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Geiranger, 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.

Interest:  Nature attractions, Fjord

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Explore the fjords of Western Norway

Fun activities in fjords and mountains

Watch films and read articles from our summer tour in Fjord Norway. River rafting and glacier walking are two of many holiday activities.
Interest: Water activites, Hiking, Biking, Extreme sports

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.
Interest: Nature attractions, Fjord

What is a fjord?

The fjords of Norway were dug out by ice, stone and rock during successive ice ages.
Interest: Nature attractions, Fjord

Seasons and climate in Fjord Norway

Most visitors come to Western Norway during the light summer months, but the greatest wonders are reserved for those who come in spring and autumn.
Interest: Climate

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.
Interest: Tours & Safaris, Fjords & Mountains

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.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Fjords & Mountains

Multimedia

Film from hiking at the Nigardsbreen Glacier

Watch a video from hiking on the easily accessible Nigardsbreen Glacier, an arm of the Jostedalsbreen Glacier, near the Sognefjord in Fjord Norway.
Interest: Hiking

Film from rafting down the Jostedalselva River

Watch this video from wild rafting down the Jostedalselva River near the Sognefjord in Fjord Norway.
Interest: Water activites

About Fjord Norway

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Key facts

Ålesund has around 40,000 inhabitants. It is the largest town in Sunnmøre, a region known for fishing, maritime technology and furniture production.

Tourist information

The Tourist Information Office in Ålesund is situated at Skateflukaia, right in the town centre.

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Interest: Tours & Safaris, Getting here and around, Fjords & Mountains, Travel in Norway
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