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Geiranger, Norway Photo: Frithjof Fure/Fjord Norway

The world famous fjords of Western Norway

The Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord are on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Go on a fjord cruise or explore the villages and farms in the fjord areas.
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The Geirangerfjord, Norway - Photo: Frithjof Fure/Fjord Norway

The world famous fjords of Western Norway

The Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord are on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Go on a fjord cruise or explore the villages and farms in the fjord areas.

The world famous fjords of Western Norway

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Explore the fjords of Western Norway

Fjord guide

Here is a guide to the main fjords in Norway. The Geirangerfjord is on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The Sognefjord is the longest one. Find out more.

Fjords and mountains

Along parts of the coastline, the sea penetrates deep into the mountain wilderness and form the world-famous Norwegian fjords.

What is a fjord?

The fjords of Norway were dug out by ice, stone and rock during successive ice ages.

Seasons, weather and climate in Fjord Norway

Most visitors come to Fjord Norway during the light summer months, but the greatest wonders are reserved for those travelling in spring and fall.

Round trips in Western Norway

Fjord Magic

Experience the UNESCO protected Geirangerfjord area, the Trollstigen Mountain Road and the town of Ålesund in just one day. Or use up to a week.

Top of the fjords

Almost a week is required for this trip where you visit the Jotunheimen Mountains, the Sognefjord and the UNESCO protected Geirangerfjord.

About Fjord Norway

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