Balestrand - Fjord Norway

You can enjoy various day tours, activities, hiking trails and cultural and art experiences.

If you ever come to Balestrand you will not only speak about majestic mountains and the odd whale in the fjord. Your stories will include the smell of the fresh air, the light in the endless summer evenings, the colourful panoramas in autumn and the glittering, crunching snow in the winter.

Balestrand has so much more to offer than you think. Its history tells many stories, from famous kings and German Kaisers which are beautifully preserved in many of Balestrand's houses, sights and places.

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In this section you will find our best tips on what to in Balestrand

Barnefamiliens drøm ved Sognefjorden

Sognefjord-området er et eventyr for liten og stor, og høsten er en fin tid på året for å utforske det som regionen har å tilby.

Hopperstad stavkirke med gravstøtter i forgrunnen og utsikt nedover dalen mot fjorden.

Stave churches - a fascinating cultural heritage

Stave churches are considered to be among the most important examples of wooden Medieval architecture in Europe.

Activities in Balestrand

Here you will find a selection of activities in Balestrand

Balestrand Fjord Angling

Join Capt. Thor on a guided fishing tour in Balestrand with Balestrand Fjord Angling.

Fjord & Glacier Tour - From Balestrand

Fjord & Glacier tour from Balestrand to Fjærland. The narrow Fjærlandsfjord with its steep and forested mountainsides leads you to the edges of the majestic Jostedal Glacier.

Balestrand Fjord Sightseeing

Balestrand is surrounded by amazing nature and interesting historical sites. Experience Balestrand from rib-boat.

Finnafjord/Finnabotn

The only way to reach it is by boat. At Finden, a sound has to be passed on the way in to Finnabotn, with its steep and high mountain sides.

Keipen in Balestrand

Experience the spectacular Keipen in Balestrand

DripFiske Balestrand

Mons and Viljar in DripFiske would very much like to show you the treasures of the sea in Balestrand. Join a guided fishing trip.

Raudmelen Hike Balestrand

The mountain Raudmelen is a favorite of the locals in Balestrand. Join a guided hike starting in the village center!

Hiking Saurdal - Balestrand

Saurdal in Balestrand is a nice starting point for various easy to demanding hikes in a wonderfully varied mountain landscape

Skredstova - the avalanche house

A small museum about the avalanche that came down at this place in 1811. 45 people died. This is one of Norways worst natural desasters, according to number of dead compared to population. Car park & barbecue area. Free entrance.

Arnafjorden

The Arnafjord is a popular destination for day trips and holidays, famous for it's many waterfalls.

Kvamsøy Church, Balestrand

The church is located on Kvamsøy in Balestrand municipality in Sogn og Fjordane. The church is the youngest of the seven stone churches in the county.

Kayak Balestrand

Join us for a guided kayaking adventure in Balestrand!

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How to get there

Are you travelling by car or public transport? Wondering how to get there? We can help you!

Travelling to and around the Sognefjord region See the map

Plan your visit to Balestrand

Read more about restaurants and accommodation in Balestrand

Kviknes Hotel

Kviknes Hotel combines tradition, comfort, and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable Sognefjord stay.

Dragsvik Fjordhotell

Welcome to the good life by the fjord and mountains! On the peninsula Dragsvik in Balestrand by the idyllic Sognefjord is our small hotel, Dragsvik Fjordhotell.

Sognefjord Cabins, Balestrand

The Sognefjord Cabins are only few steps from the Sognefjord, and 5 minutes walk to Balestrand Sentrum. The host Inge Menes look forward to meet you.

Arnafjord hytteutleige

Arnafjord hytteutleige offers nicely located holiday houses at the Arnafjord

Balestrand Fjord apartments

Welcome to our lovely new apartments right in the center of Balestrand. These flats are fully furnished with a magnificent deck overlooking the marina and park.

Otterskred Fjordhytter

Fjordcabins of high standards located on the west-side of Arnafjord. The cabins are situated by the shoreline, not connected with roads, the last bit of transport will be by boat. Good possibilities for fishing, facilities for handling fish, and grill.

Dragsvik Cabins

On the Dragsvik peninsula in Balestrand is Dragsvik Fjordhotell which has five fjord cabins which are idyllically located in an orchard near the hotel.

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