Kræmerpynten

Kræmerpynten is the most eastern point of Kvitøya, Svalbard.[1] The point is also the most eastern point of Norway, 33° 30' 59'' E.[2] The name Kræmerpynten originates from captain and Spitsbergen trapper Waldemar Hilbert Kræmer.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 "Kræmerpynten (Svalbard)". Norwegian Polar Institute. Retrieved 6 February 2016.
  2. "Geographical survey". Statistical Yearbook of Norway 2008. Statistics Norway. Retrieved 12 February 2009.

Coordinates: 80°13.7′N 33°30.9′E / 80.2283°N 33.5150°E / 80.2283; 33.5150


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