Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental Europe Gently Populated Plains Small Island

Ylvingen

Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental Europe Gently Populated Plains Small Island

Ylvingen, Norway

Added on 30 December 2023

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8.638 km²

Coastline: 18.614 km

Landform: Plains

8 / km²

UTC+01:00

Tree Cover: 79%

Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Norway

Closest neighboring island: Sauren

Welcome to Ylvingen, a Continental island in the Norwegian Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Ylvingen unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Ylvingen

Size: 8.638 km²
Coastline: 18.6 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe

Ylvingen is a Small Island spanning 8.6 km² with a coastline of 18.6 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Eurasia – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, the Eurasian Plate covers a significant portion of Europe and Asia. It’s characterized by diverse geological features, including the Ural Mountains, the European Plain, and the Himalayas formed from its collision with the Indian Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 65.62119144 / Longitude: 12.15215317

Climate and weather of Ylvingen

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Warm-Summer Humid Continental Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer

Climate Characteristics: Features warm summers and cold winters with consistent precipitation, common in higher latitudes.

Topography and nature of Ylvingen

Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 65 m
Mean Elevation: 46 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 79%

The mean elevation is 46 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 65 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Ylvingen has a tree cover of 79 %.

Vegetation: 7 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Ylvingen

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Ylvingen. The nearest airport is Brønnøysund Airport, Brønnøy, located 17 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Ylvingen. The closest major port is BRONNOYSUND, approximately 16 km away.

The mean population of Ylvingen is 8 per km². Ylvingen is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.

Continuing your journey, Sauren is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

Rundtur Ylvingen

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Rundtur rundt nordenden av Ylvingen 14032022

Ylvingen.

Norway is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Ylvingen

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Ylvingen. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.