Lærdal - Fjord Norway

Gamle Lærdalsøyri
Borgund Stave Church, the old village of Gamle Lærdalsøyri with its 161 listed wooden buildings from 1700-1800. A Unique attraction in Western Norway. Sale of crafts, antiques and souvenirs, Postal museum, Cafeteria and the Lærdal summer fair.

The fjord landscape inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List are among the attractions in Lærdal. This green municipality is located innermost in the Sognefjord, halfway between Oslo and Bergen.

Lærdal is a typical Western Norwegian village surrounded by tall and dramatic mountains and a lush, green cultural landscape in the valley that shows that this is an active farming community. The dry climate provides a good basis for the cultivation of fruit, berries and vegetables.

The famous Lærdalselva river that winds its way all the way from the mountain down to the majestic Sognefjord is a distinctive feature of the valley.

Inspire me

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

Fjord Cruise Sognefjord

The Sognefjord has several distinctive fjord arms winding their way between steep mountains to end in small, picturesque villages. Experience this with a fjord cruise on Norway's longest fjord.

Beautiful waterfalls by the Sognefjord

There are several places in the Sognefjord region where you can see majestic waterfalls cascading down steep mountainsides, and some of these waterfalls are among Norway's highest

Activities in Lærdal

Here you will find a selection of activities in Lærdal

Borgund Stave church

Borgund Stave Church is a unique example of impressive medieval architecture and is a distinctive landmark on the tourist route to Lærdal.

Kongevegen - the Royal road

Experience the history of the Jæren coast along the "Kongevegen" - thousand-year-old trails, including Holvegen and Kongevegen from the 17th century.

Sogn Kunstsenter, Lærdal

Sogn Art Centre is situated in Lærdal Cultural Centre at Lærdalsøyri, together with The Norwegian Wild Salmon Centre and Laksen Café.

Winter at Østerbø Fjellstove

Explore Winter Wonders at Østerbø Fjellstove in Aurlandsdalen Valley

Day trip cabin Mjølkeflathytta - Lærdal

The day trip cabin in Lærdal is located on Mjølkeflaten and has been named Mjølkeflathytta. From the cabin there is a good view over Lærdal, both towards Øyri and up to Ofta and Hauge.

Hike to Torsteinen, Lærdal

With a trip to Torsstein you get a lovely view of Lærdalsøyri and Lærdalsfjorden

Kayak Lærdal

Guided kayak tour with Bulde&Brak in Lærdal

Seimsåsen activity center

The ski resort in Årdal has about 10 kilometers of trails, included trails to Paradisjuvet and Slettedalen - two beautiful destinations.

Lærdalstunnelen - Worlds longest road tunnel

At 24.5 kilometres, the Lærdal tunnel is the world's longest road tunnel. The road links Aurland and Lærdal, in the heart of Sogn, and provides a ferry-free connection between Oslo and Bergen.

Aqua - Wild Salmon Centre and sportsfishing musum

The Norwegian Wild Salmon center is located innermost in the Sognefjord on the bank of the Laerdal river, one of the most famous salmon rivers in Norway.

Blaaflat Farm shop fruits and berries, Lærdal

At Blaaflat, we are concerned with good quality and taste. Therefore, our fruit ripens on the trees to get all the sun it needs to become sweet and juicy

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How to get there

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Plan your visit to Lærdal

Read more about selected restaurants and accommodation in Lærdal

Lindstrøm Hotell

Lindstrøm Hotel - Historic, family-driven hotel idyllically located in the old quarters of Lærdal. A charming stay while exploring the Sognefjord area.

Sanden Pensjonat, Lærdal

Sanden Guesthouse offers you a pleasant accommodation in Lærdal center - all year round

Maristuen Fjellferie

Maristuen Fjellferie - Cabins is located on Altitude 830m on the E16 over Filefjellet. Beautiful Mountain view and fishing oportunities

Lærdal Hotel

Lærdal Hotel is beautifully situated by the sea by the Sognefjord, in the very heart of Fjord Norway.

Østerbø Fjellstove in Aurlandsdalen Valley

Østerbø Fjellstove - the place for happy mountain hikers with long traditions, ancient history and beautiful nature

Husum Hotel, Lærdal

Husum Hotell is idyllically located on the banks of the famous Lærdal River, and sport fishing for salmon has a long tradition in Husum.

Aurlandsdalen Turisthytte Østerbø

Aurlandsdalen Turisthytte is located in the heart of Aurlandsdalen and has traditions that go back more than 100 years.

Hotel Grandane

Welcome to Lærdal's Hotel Grandane. A stone's throw away, you will find the idyllic village settlement of Old Lærdalsøyri.

Jordeplegarden Farm Holiday House

Jordeplegarden holiday home is located in a beautiful place in Lærdal (near Flåm), and at the end of the UNESCO World Heritage List of the Sognefjord.

Lærdal Hotel

Lærdal Hotel is beautifully situated by the sea by the Sognefjord, in the very heart of Fjord Norway. The hotel is a perfect starting point for trips and activities in the area such as: walking along the beutiful Kongevegen, the impressive viewpoint Stegastein, guided glacier hikes on Jostedalsbreen, zipline in Flåm, fjord safari with RIB boat, kayaking, a cruise on the amazing Nærøyfjorden, Vettisfossen in Utladalen, and mountain hike to Mold

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Flam

The town of Flåm is small, but full of great adventure and fun. The town is a travel hub for the Sognefjord and Norway in a nutshell, connecting Flåmsbana Railway to the UNESCO world heritage Nærøyfjord.

UNESCO Urnes Stave Church

The UNESCO Urnes Stave Church is beautifully situated on Ornes with a view of the Lustrafjord, as it has stood since the early 12th century.

Stegastein Viewpoint

With a panoramic view 650 meters above the Aurlandsfjord, you can experience the spectacular Stegastein Viewpoint.