Kuummiut
Tall mountains, perfect hiking valleys, and extreme snow hide one of the best-kept secrets of East Greenland - the small settlement of Kuummiut.
Quick facts
Facts about Kuummiut
Name (Greenlandic):
Kuummiut
Region in Greenland:
East Greenland
Coordinates:
65°51′55″N 37°00′30″W
Postcode:
3913
Airport code:
KUS
Population:
250 (2023)
Municipality:
Sermersooq
View map- Kuummiut is home to the only fish factory in East Greenland, due partly to the fact that its harbour is often free of ice during the winter
- The people of East Greenland speak a different dialect to those in other parts of the country, though most can also speak the official language of West Greenlandic
- Like many small settlements in Greenland, some houses in Kuummiut do not have a running water supply. Water must instead be collected from a communal “tap house”.
- Kuummiut means “those that live by the river” in the Greenlandic language. Pronounced “Kuummiit” in East Greenlandic.
Useful information
KUUMMIIT WEATHER
Tips
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Kuummiut has one Pilersuisoq supermarket that stocks a little of everything. You should aim to bring all your outdoor equipment with you.
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You are more likely to find souvenirs in Tasiilaq or Kulusuk, but some local craftsmen do offer their creations around town.
Closest ports of entry:
Tourist information:
Useful phone numbers:
Police
(+299) 70 12 34
Hospital
(+299) 98 12 11
Useful links:
Why Kuummiut?
Unplug. Unwind. And leave behind your daily concerns to adopt the slower pace of life in a small, traditional Greenlandic settlement.
Almost unknown internationally, Kuummiut is the perfect destination for those hoping to get well off the beaten track. It is also a paradise for outdoor adventurers and fishers. During winter, metres of perfect, untouched powder create virgin peak-to-sea runs for experienced skiers. While in summer, these same peaks beckon keen trekkers with off-trail valley and mountain hikes culminating in 360-degree panoramic vistas.
