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Trolltunga (The Troll's Tongue Rock) in Hardanger, Norway - Photo: Harald Hognerud

The Fjell & Fjord region

Explore some of Norway’s greatest highlights on a journey through the mountains of Hallingdal and Norefjell to the fjords of Hardanger and Sognefjord.

Springtime in Utne in Hardanger, Norway - Photo: Destination Hardanger Fjord as

The Hardangerfjord Region

The Hardanger area is known for the Hardangerfjord, the Hardangervidda mountain plateau, and the fantastic fruit tree blossoming in spring time.

Rafting down the Jostedalselva River, Norway - Photo: visitnorway.com/Chris Lorang Arnesen

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.

Fun activities in fjords and mountains

Go cruising on the UNESCO protected Nærøyfjord, Norway - Photo: Trond Sjemmedal

Tour suggestions in the Fjell & Fjord region

Explore the beautiful capital of Norway, the high mountain plateaus, the deep blue fjords and the world heritage city of Bergen in just a few days.

Tour suggestions in the Fjell & Fjord region

The Stegastein View Point with a fantastic view over the Aurlandsfjord, Norway - Photo: Fjord1/Rolf M Sørensen

Scenic attractions in the Fjell & Fjord region

The Fjell & Fjord region gives you the perfect combination of fjords, mountains, waterfalls and glaciers.

Scenic attractions in the Fjell & Fjord region

The national tourist route through Hardanger, Norway - Photo: CH - Visitnorway.com

Getting to the Fjell & Fjord region and around

The Fjell & Fjord region stretches from Norefjell in the east, through Hallingdal to Hardanger and Sognefjord in the west.

Getting to the Fjell & Fjord region and around

Traditional Norwegian rose painting from Hallingdal - Photo: Marius Rua

Shopping in the Fjell & Fjord region

You can find handicrafts and local food at several farms and outlets in the region.

Shopping in the Fjell & Fjord region

Hotel Lindstrøm in Lærdal, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Fjord Norway

Where to stay in the Fjell & Fjord region

Stay in a historic hotel, a luxurious cabin, on a mountain farm, in a cosy Hallingstue, or in Norway's first five star adventure camping.

Where to stay in the Fjell & Fjord region

Tasty apples and other fruit awaits you in Hardanger, Norway - Photo: Willy Hraldsen/ Dest. Hardanger

What to eat in the Fjell & Fjord region

Typical food and drink in the area include apple juice and fruit from Hardanger, and trout from the Hallingdal Valley.

What to eat in the Fjell & Fjord region

Kårdalsfossen Waterfall in the Flåmsdalen Valley, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Fjord Norway

Key facts about the Fjell & Fjord region

A truly Norwegian summer – explore the deep fjords, mountain plateaus, high waterfalls and vast glaciers, combined with a rich cultural tradition.

Key facts about the Fjell & Fjord region

Fjell & Fjord with the 360 panorama SkyCam - Photo: Pål S. Vindfallet/Making View/www.visitnorway.com

Fjell & Fjord 360 panorama SkyCam

Discover fjords, glaciers, waterfalls, the Flåm Railway and many more attractions with these breathtaking 360 panorama photos.

Hallingskarvet at Geilo, Norway - Photo: Destinasjon Geilo

Winter in the Fjell & Fjord region

The resorts of Hemsedal, Geilo, Ål, Gol, Nesbyen and Norefjell make up a compact but comprehensive skiing region.

Winter in the Fjell & Fjord region

Waterfall in Lærdal, Norway - Photo: Paul Smit/IMAGO

Tourist information in the Fjell & Fjord region

There ate several tourist information offices in the Fjell & Fjord region.

Tourist information in the Fjell & Fjord region

Fjord kayaking with FlatEarth Adventures on the Simafjord in Eidfjord, Norway - Photo: FlatEarth Aktivity Centre, Destination Hardanger Fjord AS

What to do in the Hardangerfjord Region

Hiking on Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, glacier walking on Folgefonna and fjord cruises are popular ways of experiencing this region of contrast.

What to do in the Hardangerfjord Region

The Sørfjord in Ullensvang, Norway - Photo: Reisemål Hardanger Fjord

Tour suggestions in the Hardangerfjord Region

Join a cruise on the Hardangerfjord, go glacier walking on Folgefonna or choose a round trip by car.

Tour suggestions in the Hardangerfjord Region

Hiking on the Folgefonna Glacier, Norway - Photo: Pål Hermansen

Attractions in the Hardangerfjord Region

Take a cruise on the magnificant Hardangerfjord, go hiking over Hardangervidda or explore the Folgefonna Glacier.

Attractions in the Hardangerfjord Region

The Hardangerfjord

The Hardangerfjord, not far from Bergen, is especially known for fruit tree blossoming in spring, Folgefonna Glacier and Vøringsfossen Waterfall.

The Hardangerfjord

Visit Måge Farm Shop in Hardanger, Norway - Photo: Måge Gardsbutikk

Shopping in the Hardangerfjord Region

Shop local handicrafts, fruit and berries, apple juice and farm products.

Shopping in the Hardangerfjord Region

The Hardangerfjord seen from Oddland Camping near Norheimsund, Norway - Photo: Oddland Camping

Getting to the Hardangerfjord Region and around

Hardanger is a five-hour drive from Oslo, and a one-hour drive from Bergen. The area is easily accessed by car or public transport.

Getting to the Hardangerfjord Region and around

Enjoy the sunset at Hotel Ullensvang in Hardanger, Norway - Photo: Destination Hardanger Fjord AS

Where to stay in the Hardangerfjord Region

In the garden of Fjord Norway, Hardanger, you will find peace and stunning surroundings, whether your choice is budget or high-quality accommodation.

Where to stay in the Hardangerfjord Region

Summer skiing at the Folgefonna glacier, Norway - Photo: Frode Dandbech

Key facts about the Hardangerfjord Region

Hardanger has been an important European tourist destination since the nineteenth century, and is perfect for outdoor adventures or just relaxation.

Key facts about the Hardangerfjord Region

Peace and quiet at Strandebarm, Norway - Photo: Destination Hardanger Fjord AS

Tourist information in the Hardangerfjord Region

Tourist information offices in the Hardangerfjord Region.

Tourist information in the Hardangerfjord Region

Hardanger tapas, Norway - Photo: Destination Hardanger Fjord AS

Food in the Hardangerfjord Region

The Hardanger farmers are specialists in fruit and berries, and Hardanger is Norway's most prolific apple and cherry growing region.

Food in the Hardangerfjord Region

Fruit blossoming in Lofthus beside the Hardangerfjord, Norway - Photo: CH/www.visitnorway.com

Hardanger National Tourist Route

Follow the scenic Hardangerfjord in Fjord Norway, where for over a century travellers have come to see mountains, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers.

Hardanger National Tourist Route

Hardangervidda

The vast mountain plateau of Hardangervidda is one of Europe's largest. It is also home to Northern Europe’s largest stock of reindeer.

Hardangervidda

Skulevikstølen at Hardangervidda in Norway. The Hallingskarvet mountain in the background - Photo: Sigmund Krøvel-Velle

Hardangervidda National Tourist Route

Drive through Hardangervidda National Park in Eastern Norway and over Northern Europe's largest mountain plateau, where wild reindeer still roam free.

Hardangervidda National Tourist Route

Vøringsfossen Waterfall

Vøringsfossen in Måbødalen is Norway's most famous waterfall, and has a fall of 182 metres, of which 145 metres is a direct drop.

Vøringsfossen Waterfall

Kayaking on the Eidfjord

- I’m so excited. I’ve no idea how to do it, but I’m sure it’s going to be fun to kayak on the fjord, smiles Elizabeth Peace from the US.

Kayaking on the Eidfjord

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Hiking in the Hardangervidda National Park in Norway - Photo: Thomas Linkel

Hiking offers in the Fjell & Fjord region

Discover the "mountains and fjords" region on a hike through the Hallingskarvet National Park or the Aurland Valley, among other destinations.

Hiking offers in the Fjell & Fjord region

CAMPAIGN

Autumn hiking in the area of Bergsjø in Ål, Norway - Photo: Torgeir Røer

Hiking in the Fjell & Fjord region

Three of Norway’s national parks, 10,000-year old glaciers and the highest mountain plateau in northern Europe make this a world-class walking region.