Operation Alphabet, Narvik

#8 among attractions in Narvik

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Operation Alphabet was an evacuation, authorised on 24 May 1940, of Allied troops from the harbour of Narvik in northern Norway marking the success of Operation Weserübung and the end of the Allied campaign in Norway during World War II. The evacuation was completed by 8 June. ()

Local name: Evakueringen fra Senja Coordinates: 68°25'60"N, 17°25'0"E

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Operation Alphabet – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Narvik Church, Museum Nord, Ankenes kirke, Fredskapellet.

0.4 miN
Church
Narvik Church, Narvik
11 min walk • Narvik Church stands as a beacon of spiritual and architectural significance in the city of Narvik, Norway. This sacred edifice, consecrated in 1925, is a testament to the enduring faith and community spirit of the region.
~840 ftSE
History museum, Museum
Museum Nord, Narvik
5 min walk • Museum Nord, nestled in the scenic town of Narvik, Norway, stands as a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the region. This institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the unique heritage of Northern Norway, offering visitors a deep dive...
1.3 miSW
Church
Ankenes kirke
33 min walk • Ankenes Church is a parish church of the Church of Norway in Narvik Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. It is located in the village of Ankenesstranda. It is the main church for the Ankenes parish which is part of the Ofoten prosti in the Diocese of Sør-Hålogaland.
1.1 miNE
Church
Fredskapellet, Narvik
29 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Narvik, Norway, Fredskapellet stands as a serene sanctuary and a beacon of spiritual solace. This quaint church, with its simple yet elegant architecture, offers a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling city life.
0.7 miNE
68°26'29"N • 17°26'10"E
Narvik Storsenter, Narvik
19 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1310 ftSE
68°25'54"N • 17°25'31"E
Ofoten Museum, Narvik
7 min walk • Museum
0.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Beis Fjord
21 min walk • Beis Fjord is a fjord in Narvik Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. It is a fjord arm that branches off of the main Ofotfjorden, on the south side of the town of Narvik.
0.5 miNE
Universities and schools
Narvik University College, Narvik
14 min walk • Narvik University College merged with the University of Tromsø from 1 January 2016 and is now named UiT - The Arctic University of Norway, campus Narvik. It has approximately 2000 students and 220 employees.

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Which popular attractions are close to Operation Alphabet?

Nearby attractions include Museum Nord, Narvik (5 min walk), Ofoten Museum, Narvik (7 min walk), Narvik Church, Narvik (11 min walk), Narvik University College, Narvik (14 min walk).