Retziusbreen

Retziusbreen is a glacier in Spitsbergen, Svalbard.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Amsterdamøya.

Amsterdamøya

Island

Amsterdam Island is a small island off the northwest coast of West-Spitsbergen. It is separated from Danes Island by the strait Danskegattet. Its total area is 16.8 km2.

Retziusbreen

Type: Glacier
Also known as: “Retzius’ Glacier”
Category: landform
Location: Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway, Nordic countries, Europe
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Latitude

79.76667° or 79° 46′ north

Longitude

10.86667° or 10° 52′ east

Elevation

1 metre (3 feet)

Open location code

CFFGQV88+MM

GeoNames ID

2729129

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Satellite Map

Discover Retziusbreen from above in high-definition satellite imagery.

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Gravneset and Albert I Land.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Hollendarberget and Annabreen.

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