Avannaata Postal Codes, Grønland Denmark

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Avannaata, located in Grønland, Denmark. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Avannaata to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Avannaata on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Avannaata municipalities in Denmark. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Avannaata

Key Facts

Avannaata is a municipality in northern Greenland, established on January 1, 2018, as part of the administrative reform that replaced the former municipalities of Qaasuitsup, Kujalleq, Qeqqata, and Sermersooq. Located in the northwestern part of Greenland, Avannaata covers a vast area of approximately 522,700 square kilometers, making it one of the largest municipalities in the world by area. The municipality's name means 'Northern' in Greenlandic, reflecting its position as the northernmost municipality in Greenland, stretching from the western coast to the northeastern parts of the island. Avannaata is home to around 10,600 residents, with its administrative center in Ilulissat, a town famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ilulissat Icefjord. The municipality is divided into several settlements and towns, including Uummannaq, Upernavik, and Qaanaaq, each contributing to the region's cultural and economic life. Avannaata's landscape is characterized by dramatic fjords, icebergs, and Arctic tundra, supporting traditional industries such as fishing and hunting, alongside growing tourism. To access detailed postal code information for the various settlements and towns within Avannaata, visitors can explore the specific sub-regions through our website.

Neighboring Regions

* Qeqertalik

* Sermersooq