Skjolden - Fjord Norway

Surrounded by waterfalls, steep mountains and dramatic landscape, this is a twon you will remember. Skjolden has more to offer than meets the eye. Skjolden Hotel has it´s very own brewey in the basement and offers gourmet dinners second to none. Other accommodations are Vassbakken Kro and Camping, Skjolden Brygge, Luster Fjordhytter, Døsen Farm Glamping or The Fjord Mirror Nes Gard.

There is a welcoming llama farm up in the hills above the town center and Adventure Tours offers RIB Boat Adventures, biking, hiking, fishing and Stand up paddling - fun for everyone!

From Skjolden you can easily reach Jotunheimen, UNESCO Urnes Stave Church, Sognefjellet Summer ski and Sogn Ski center. The indoor waterpark, Lustrabadet, is also just a short drive.

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

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 Skjolden

Here you will find a selection of activities in Skjolden

Fjord RIB Adventure + Waterfall Hike

Combine the boat tour: "Fjord RIB Adventure" in Skjolden with a waterfall hike to the impressive 218 metre tall Feigumfossen waterfall!

Skjolden Llamas

Do you want to go hiking with a Lama? Skjolden Llamas offers guided tours with Lama, and during summer you can buy rasperry from the farm.

The romantic road, Luster

Lustrafjorden and the Romantic Road are known to play a major role during the national romanticism. When you travel along this road as a cyclist or motorist, you experience something special.

Vardanosi

The panorama hike - Lovely hike with wonderful view of the western part of Jotunheimen and Breheimen.

SUP Lustrafjord

Join a private and local guide on your SUP adventure and experience the best sports and learn more about the beautiful Lustrafjord.

Fjordstova Pool, Skjolden

Fjordstova in Skjolden - where the fjord meets the mountains - is a meeting place both summer and winter for everyone who lives here or visits the village.

Fjordstova Centre, Skjolden

Fjordstova in Skjolden - where the fjord meets the mountains - is a meeting place both summer and winter for everyone who lives here or visits the village.

Jotunheimen National Park

Jotunheimen National Park is characterized by high mountains, glaciers and deep lakes. There are more than 200 mountain peaks rising above 2000 m (6560 ft) in Jotunheimen.

Bicycle & E-bike rental in Skjolden

Bike hire in Skjolden with Adventure Tours. Skjolden is a good starting point for exploring several attractions by bike. "The Romantic Road" out towards Ornes to visit Urnes Stave Church

Fjord RIB Adventure

Join Adventure Tours Norway for an safe and comfortable RIB-boat adventure on the Sognefjord, in the company of a local guide.

Bike & Hike + Fishing, Skjolden

Bike & Hike + Fishing at Bølifossen – the place referred to as "the Pearl in the Mørkrid valley". Come along on a tour through the enchanting natural- and cultural landscapes of the Mørkrid valley, one of the best ways to access Breheimen national park. The trip goes to a peaceful place named Bølifossen, which has great fishing opportunities. On the tour you will also learn about how the valley land was cultivated in the olden days and how it came to be a national park. The tour starts in Skjolden and continues through the peaceful and lush Mørkrid valley, where only nine people live year-round today. Further in the valley, the guide will stop and tell, and show pictures from the valley's history

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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 Skjolden

Read more about selected restaurants and accommodation in Skjolden

Skjolden Hotel

We want you to experience peace and quality when you visit us, and feel rested when a new day dawns.Wake up to an exciting day with us here in Skjolden.

Vassbakken Kro & Camping

Midway between Skjolden and Fortun in a valley surrounded by steep mountains lies Vassbakken – right on the Sognefjellsvegen national tourist route.

Fjord Mirror, Nes Gard Luster

The Fjord Mirror at Nes Gard in Luster - Get out and let the fjord in.

Sogn Fjordhytter, Luster

Sogn Fjordhytter is beautifully situated by the Lusterfjord and is a perfect base for excursions to Jotunheimen, Nigardsbreen or Breheimen.

Fannaråkhytta

Fannaråkhytta is Norway's highest situated DNT cabin with accommodation and food service from the beginning of July to the beginning of September

Turtagrø Hotel

Turtagrø Hotel, situated along the National Scenic Route Sognefjellsvegen, and the mountain area of Hurrungane, are known as the birthplace of mountain sports and climbing in Norway.

Fannaråkhytta

Fannaråkhytta is Norway's highest situated DNT cabin with accommodation and food service from the beginning of July to the beginning of September

Nørdstedalseter DNT

If you want to experience fjords, mountains, valleys and glaciers on the same trip, Nørdstedalseter is a great place to holiday.

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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.

Flam

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Stegastein Viewpoint

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