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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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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.
Interest: Nature attractions, Fjord

Fjords and mountains

Along parts of the coastline, the sea penetrates deep into the mountain wilderness and form the world-famous Norwegian fjords.
Interest: Nature attractions, Fjords & Mountains

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

The summer lasts from June to August in Fjord Norway. The winter is cold and spring is fresh. During autumn it rains a lot.
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

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The Nærøyfjord in Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Fjord Norge ASprevious
Kjerrag rock formation in Lysefjord, Norway - Photo: Per Eide/Innovation Norway
Fjærland beside the Sognefjord, Norway - Photo: Frithjof Furenext

Pictures of the Norwegian fjords

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Interest: Fjords & Mountains, Fjord

About Fjord Norway

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Ålesund is the largest municipality with 40.000 inhabitants.

Tourist information

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

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