Sognefjord

The longest fjord in Norway, Sognefjord, lies in the heart of Fjord Norway and extends to the foot of the Jotunheimen and Jostedalsbreen National Parks.

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In the heart of the Norwegian fjord landscape lies the Sognefjord, only a short drive from Oslo or Bergen. It's a shorter trip than you think, and there are many exciting things to see along the way!

Along the fjord you'll see high mountain peaks, blue glacier ice, mighty waterfalls, and idyllic small farms. The special thing about the Sognefjord is the fjord villages, small communities dotted along the mighty Sognefjord.

The Sognefjord offers visitors unique cultural heritage. A trip along the Sognefjord is a fairy tale that will take you through wild and beautiful nature, idyllic fjord villages, exciting activities and accommodation close to the fjord.

The Sognefjord is the fjord with the most to offer, with the Flåm Railway, Jostedalsbreen Glacier, Jotunheimen National Park, Rallarvegen, UNESCO Urnes Stave Church, the valley Aurlandsdalen, UNESCO fjord cruises, guided glacier walks, and the most beautiful and popular hiking trips in all of Norway.

Sognapulse - The unique summer vacation

Hidden gems in nature's most beautiful treasure trove. Sapphire blue glaciers, emerald green fjord arms, diamond white waterfalls or calm mountain lakes that sparkle like gold. A thousand-colored velvet rug of wooded slopes and mountain sides that brings it all together into a magical world that is difficult to describe. You simply have to come and see for yourself.

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Travel Inspiration

Summertime offers classic fjord experiences. In the autumn the air is clear and the fjord is dressed in beautiful autumn colors – the best time of the year for hiking and cycling. The autumns shifts to the “Winter Fjord” with magical fjord light, sleddog tours, alpine ski touring, snow shoe walks, ski resorts, cross country skiing, fjord kayaking, RIB-safari, fjord cruises, the Flåm railway and guided tours to the magical blue ice caves under the glacier. The spring breakes in with flowering and snow powdered mountain tops – maybe the best time of year to visit the Sognefjord.

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Activities in Sognefjord

Sognefjord's landscape is full of contrasts, making it an ideal place to enjoy breathtaking nature experiences and invigorating activities. There are few places in the world that can offer such a large selection of activities in such a small area! Whether you are looking for relaxation or physical challenges, it is sure you will to find an activity that will bring you into close contact with nature. Expert guides lead organized activities that are adapted to suit all age groups.

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