NORDFJORD

All in one fjord

Check out Nordfjord in winter

Welcome to a place where you can experience glaciers, fjords, white sandy beaches and the sea. All within the span of two hours!

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Nordfjord lies on the west coast of Norway, about 2.5 hours south of Ålesund and 4.5 hours north of Bergen by car.

Here, it's all about nature. Marvel at peaks towering above the fjords and lakes, and waterfalls cascading down steep mountainsides, as you drive along the scenic road from Stryn to Nordfjordeid.

The Nordfjord area has everything from mountains and valleys in the east, in Stryn and Gloppen, via Europe's deepest lake Hornindalsvatnet, to the dramatic cliff landscapes of Stad and Bremanger in the west.

Here, you'll also find the largest glacier in mainland Europe, Jostedalsbreen. It has several glacier arms, including Briksdalsbreen.

Go surfing on the coast, take the Loen Skylift to the top of Mount Hoven, and get up close to the Norwegian fjord horse!

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Hiking to Flatsteinbu in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway
A woman is relaxing in the pool at Hotel Alexandra in Stryn in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway
Birds eye view of people kayaking on a lake
Briksdalsbreen glacier in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway

Breathe in. Breathe out.

Relax while you take in this million-dollar view for free. With countless peaks and ice-blue waters, nature is the main attraction in the Nordfjord area of Fjord Norway.

But don’t worry, you don’t have to wear yourself out to get a good view. In Loen, you can hitch a ride with Loen Skylift to Mount Hoven.

Walk around at the top, go hiking and enjoy delicious food at the restaurant.

If you prefer something more challenging, make your way up the mountain along Via Ferrata Loen.

Highlights include a zipline and a suspension bridge that soars 750 metres above sea level. If that doesn’t get your adrenaline pumping, what will?

Don’t forget to rest.

Book a spa visit at Hotel Alexandra. This great family friendly hotel has a fantastic spa with both indoor and outdoor pools, and offers a lot of activities.

Explore the nearby stunning valleys of Oldedalen and Lodalen, with their bright blue lakes. Rent a SUP or a kayak, and relax at one of the delightful lakeside cafés and beaches.

Or how about visiting a glacier? In Oldedalen, you can hike to see Briksdalsbreen (pictured) up close.

Join a guided walk on one of the glaciers in Jostedalsbreen National Park, like the Tystig glacier on Strynefjellet mountain.

Fun fact: it’s meltwater from the glaciers and the snow that gives the lakes Oldevatnet and Lovatnet their beautiful emerald green colour.

Top things to do

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  • Loen Skylift
    Loen

    Loen Skylift

    Loen Skylift is a spectacular attraction and adventure arena, at the inner part of the Nordfjord, in the heart of Fjord Norway. A Cable Car will lift you from the fjord to 1011 m. Enjoy the views of the fjord landscape - from the restaurant table, or while exploring in the mountains.
  • Sagastad Viking Center in Nordfjordeid with beautiful views of the fjord and surrounding landscape.
    Nordfjordeid

    Sagastad Viking Center

    Sagastad Viking Center is an exciting experience center for the whole family. Here you can explore Viking history from Nordfjordeid—a story of kings, power struggles, great voyages, mythology, and mysterious rituals.
  • A hiker with a backpack stands on a narrow rocky ledge clipped to a safety cable above a calm fjord and mountains.
    Skatestraumen

    Hornelen Via Ferrata (Wall of witches light)

    Ready for an outdoor experience like no other? Hornelen Via Ferrata climbs a variety of routes on the face of Europe’s highest sea cliff. Hekseveggen Light offers the perfect beginner-friendly Via Ferrata tour – a taste of vertical excitement without too much challenge, and an unforgettable experience! We recommend booking your tour with a guide.
  • Hiking to Briksdalsbreen Glacier
    Stryn

    Hiking to Briksdalsbreen Glacier

    Area: Oldedalen Type: Hiking Grading: Easy Length: 2.5 km, 40 - 60 min Season: All year
  • Kayak on the fjord | Loen Active
    Loen

    Kayak on the fjord | Loen Active

    Experience Loen from a kayak on the Nordfjord. Loen Active offer guided tours in double kayaks almost all year round.
  • Zipline | Loen Active
    Loen

    Zipline | Loen Active

    At the top of Mt. Hoven 1011 masl Loen Active offers two ziplines which are 125 and 95 meters long.
  • Via Ferrata Loen
    Loen

    Via Ferrata Loen

    Via Ferrata Loen is a spectacular climbing trail where you are secured with wire all the way, taking you to the top of Mt. Hoven at 1011 metres above sea level.
  • Experience Selja Monastery | Fjord Guiding
    Selje

    Experience Selja Monastery | Fjord Guiding

    On Selja, the holy isle of the north, lies Selja Monastery, an unique piece of medieval history. The monastery was built by the Benedictine monks in the early 12th century in memory of St. Sunniva. Join us for a journey back in time!
  • Nordfjord Museum of Cultural History – A Nordfjord Journey Through Time
    Sandane

    Nordfjord Museum of Cultural History – A Nordfjord Journey Through Time

    Visit Nordfjord Museum of Cultural History in Gloppen, and discover the region’s rich cultural heritage. The museum, idyllically situated at Sandane, offers insight into life in Nordfjord from the 1600s onwards
  • Large wooden boat hull displayed indoors on supports, with visitors standing and walking beneath high timber beams..
    Sandane

    Holvikejekta – Stave church of the sea

    Holvikejekta in Sandane, Nordfjord, is the only large open clinker-built jekt still existing. Here, you can experience the past by letting your senses be awakened by authentic scents from a bygone era. With the help of ramps along the walls of the building, you can view both below and above deck on the vessel. The exhibition building is located just west of Sandane town centre.
  • Stall Rygg
    Sandane

    Stall Rygg

    The family-run business Stall Rygg offer quality and fun horse-riding instructions, and have over 10 horses so you can be sure of your perfect match. There are agile warmbloods as well as the more staid Fjordhorses. Come for a riding-lesson or a ride out! Stall Rygg offers horseback riding for children and adults throughout the year. They always adapt the riding to the level of the rider, and everybody's needs are catered for.
  • Close-up side view of a brown horse wearing a bridle, with long mane covering its eyes against a gray background.
    Nordfjordeid

    Norsk Fjordhestsenter

    The Norwegian Fjord Horse is a Norwegian breed with deep roots in the Nordfjord region and in Western Norway. It is one of three Norwegian national horse breeds, and is considered Norway’s national breed.
  • Hydlaparken
    Stryn

    Hydlaparken

    Hydlaparken Climbing Park in Stryn – a mountain paradise.
  • Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre
    Oppstryn

    Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre

    Jostedalsbreen National Park visitor centre is situated north of mainland Europe’s largest glacier. The visitor centre is placed in the middle of the Norwegian fjord landscape, closely entwined by lush valleys and steep mountains. At the visitor centre you can learn more about the natural values, cultural heritage and history of the people living near the national park.
  • Rear view of a blonde person looking over a turquoise river toward a glacier between steep rocky mountains..

    Troll cars to Briksdalsbre Glacier | Oldedalen Skyss

    For more than 100 years the farmers in Oldedalen have transported tourists with horse and carriage. In 2004 the horse and carriage were replaced with the "Troll cars".
  • Farm | Hakallegarden
    Larsnes

    Farm | Hakallegarden

    At Hakallegarden you can meet kittens, horses, alpacas and many other nice animals.
  • Snow-covered mountain with ski lift towers and a small building, above a clear turquoise lake under clouds.
    Stryn

    Stryn summer ski

    How about a ski vacation in the middle of the warmest summer? Towering mountains and Nordic climate makes skiing possible almost all year in Stryn. Stryn Summer Ski is the most renowned summer ski resort in northern Europe, with excellent conditions. The area around Stryn Summer Ski is popular for off piste and offers many great opportunities for ski touring.
  • Two helmeted climbers sit on a wooden ledge beside a rock wall, overlooking a calm fjord and distant mountains.
    Skatestraumen

    Hornelen Via Ferrata (The Wall of Witches)

    Are you ready for an outdoor adventure like no other? Hornelen Via Ferrata offers a choice of routes climbing the face of Europe’s highest sea cliff. Hekseveggen (The Witch’s Wall) delivers sheer vertical excitement, with the ocean right beneath you and eagles soaring alongside – an experience you will never forget! We recommend booking your tour with a guide.
  • Hornelen Via Ferrata (Olavsruta)
    Skatestraumen

    Hornelen Via Ferrata (Olavsruta)

    Are you ready for an adrenaline-filled outdoor adventure like no other? Hornelen Via Ferrata takes you 860 meters straight to the top of Europe’s highest sea cliff. Sheer vertical excitement with the ocean right beneath you and eagles soaring at your side – an experience you will never forget! This guided full-day tour takes you all the way to the summit of Mount Hornelen. You will definitely feel the adrenaline here. The tour starts at Smalsarhuken, the shelter where “Hekseveggen” (The Witch’s Wall) ends. From there, the route gradually increases in difficulty, leading up to the crux just before the summit – a dramatic 45-meter overhanging climb that will truly get your heart racing.
  • Holvikfossen waterfall
    Sandane

    Holvikfossen waterfall

    Holvikfossen waterfall is located in Trivselsskogen, which makes for a nice and child-friendly walk.
  • Hornindalsvatnet lake
    Hornindal

    Hornindalsvatnet lake

    At 514 metres, Hornindalsvatnet is the deepest lake in Europe. If you're lucky, you might even spot the lake’s monster ‘Horny’, although it’s not something everyone gets to experience. He doesn’t reveal himself to everyone and you have to be in a special frame of mind to catch sight of him.
  • Oppstrynsvatnet lake
    Oppstryn

    Oppstrynsvatnet lake

    Oppstrynsvatnet lake is a gem that is as green as Lovatnet lake and is surrounded by mountains towering 1,900 metres above sea level.
  • Riding classes | Norsk Fjordhestsenter
    Nordfjordeid

    Riding classes | Norsk Fjordhestsenter

    Norsk Fjordhestsenter is the national competence center for the Norwegian National Symbol - Fjord Horse, and it is no coincidence that it has been added to Nordfjordeid. Norsk Fjordhestsenter offers riding lessons at the center. We adapt horse and activity to rider.
  • The Stone Age Cave | Melkevoll Bretun
    Briksdalsbre

    The Stone Age Cave | Melkevoll Bretun

    A scree is situated right next to the reception at Melkevoll Bretun. Under some huge blocks of stone, nature has created a large room, which we have called "Stone age cave". During the winter 2001 some extensive work was done in the cave so that today it holds over 50 seats.
  • Trail biking at Haugsvarden
    Sandane

    Trail biking at Haugsvarden

    Up-hill at first, but we reccommend to "hike with the bike". In case you want an easier start you can drive as far as it goes. Starting point of this tour is Nordfjord Folkehøgskole/Gloppen Summer hotel outside of Sandane. Follow E39 westwards out from Sandane center. Exit from the summer hotel on the right. Follow the signs on the opposite side of the college and park there. Bike/drive then back towards Sandane. After 3,5 kilometers turn left, follow signs towards Fjellbygda. Steep climb on asphalt, then gravel. After a short while on gravel, you turn 180 degrees to the right, through a farmyard, then continue on a gravel road. After that, you have to pay at a toll, so remember to bring money on this trip. Then continue on the gravel road all the way to Tystadstøylen mountain farm, where there is a parking lot. From here, the trail goes up through a wet area. Be careful not to leave big traces on the area. The trail goes on further. You must keep left in the first intersection towards Haugsvarden, as you now see to your left. The Lom lake is located on the left side of the trail. From Haugsvarden you have a magnificent view over Nordfjord. At the top you only have to turn and go the same way down to the parking lot. Down at the parking lot by Tystadstøylen is the first part of the trail done. Now you cycle the gravel road a few yards back where you came from, where the trail goes down to your right. Remember to close the gates. Eventually you come down to a farmyard. From here follow the gravel road to the right, until it splits into three. Turn right, on an old road which turn into a trail. Follow the path down the forest until you come out on E39 by the summer hotel.
  • Two reddish animal silhouettes painted on a rough gray rock surface, resembling deer in a weathered stone wall.
    Kalvåg

    Guided tour to the rock carvings in Vingen

    Experience Vingen in Bremanger Municipality – one of the largest rock carving sites in the Nordic region. Join a guided tour through a Stone Age landscape filled with mysterious carvings, dramatic scenery and unique history.
  • Pedal Boat Rental in Olden | Olden Active
    Olden

    Pedal Boat Rental in Olden | Olden Active

    Enjoy a relaxed fjord experience with pedal boat rental in Olden from Olden Active.
  • Fishing in Loelva river
    Loen

    Fishing in Loelva river

    Like a beautiful necklace in the landscape, the river runs 3 km from Lovatnet lake to the fjord. The river is typical of Western Norway with some rapid sections and some quieter sections. The river has a fantastic location between narrow mountains in a lush valley.
  • Fishing trip with "Haugefisk" | Knutholmen
    Kalvåg

    Fishing trip with "Haugefisk" | Knutholmen

    We meet at the quay at Knutholmen.
  • Discover the Olden valley with kayak (3,5 h) | Briksdal Adventure
    Olden

    Discover the Olden valley with kayak (3,5 h) | Briksdal Adventure

    Perhaps the best way to explore Norway's glacier lakes and stunning landscapes. Enjoy a guided kayaking tour through epic Norwegian scenery.
  • Three children interact with goats beside a rustic wooden shed in a sunny mountain meadow under a blue sky.
    Olden

    Olden Farm Museum

    In the heart of the beautiful and wild Olden lies Olden Farm. This is an original cluster farm where the Brynestad families built their homesteads and have lived as farmers, cultivating the fertile lands of Olden for over 700 years.
  • Gamlebutikken på Hjelle
    Hjelledalen

    Gamlebutikken på Hjelle

    The old shop at Hjelle is a small cafe with a great view of the lake, glacier and mountains.
  • Hendanes Lighthouse
    Måløy

    Hendanes Lighthouse

    Hendanes Lighthouse sits almost on a mountain shelf, balancing in the terrain, 50 meters above sea level northwest of Færestrand
  • Ocean Rafting | Knutholmen
    Kalvåg

    Ocean Rafting | Knutholmen

    The boat dives to Kvannhovden lighthouse and on to Dombevågen. Along the way we tell about the place and history from the days of the war. After this we drive to Store Batalden and to Ganøy. Here there will be a small stop for refreshments. When we are ready again, the journey goes along the Barekstad country towards Kalvåg. This is a combination tour, where you get history and culture from the area, speed, excitement and a fresh experiences.
  • Gravel lane between wooden fences with Norwegian flags, a small dog, people near a red barn, and green hills beyond..
    Nordfjordeid

    Myklebust Farm

    Myklebust Farm in Nordfjordeid is a visitor farm with a truly unique history – this is the very place where the Myklebust ship, the world’s largest Viking ship, was discovered.
  • RIB Adventure from Måløy
    Måløy

    RIB Adventure from Måløy

    Enjoy an exhilarating boat tour by RIB to explore the coastline and fjords surrounding Måløy.
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  • A climber hangs from a rope beside a steep rock wall, with cloudy sky, mountains, trees, and a lake below.
    Loen

    Climbing on Beachen

    Beachen is one of Norway’s best climbing areas! It offers steep and long climbing routes with good grips, as well as technical slab routes. Almost the entire cliff is protected from the rain, but you may find the steep routes are a little moist in rainy weather. On warm summer days, it can get very hot so it’s best to climb before 14:00 or late in the evening.
  • Coasteering in Måløy - Sjøbris Adventure
    Måløy

    Coasteering in Måløy - Sjøbris Adventure

    Coasteering is about rock-hopping, shore-scrambling, swell-riding, cave-exploring and, yes, cliff-jumping.
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  • Cycling in Florø
    Florø

    Cycling in Florø

    Experience Florø from the seat of a bike. See most of what the town has to offer in a couple of hours.
  • Beach Refvik
    Raudeberg

    Beach Refvik

    In Måløy you will find the white sandy beach Refviksanden. Enjoy lazy summer days or watch a storm near by!
  • Grotlesanden. Aerial view of a green coastal village with roads and houses beside white-sand beaches and turquoise water with rocky islets..
    Bremanger

    Grotlesanden

    Located at the tip of Grotle on Bremangerlandet, Grotlesanden is one of Norway’s most beautiful beaches. With silky white sand stretching for hundreds of meters and open sea views as far as the eye can see, it is a true natural gem and a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike.
  • Surf in Nordfjord
    Stadlandet

    Surf in Nordfjord

    Hoddevik, a beautiful bay on the western coast of the Stadtlandet peninsula, surrounded by majestic mountains and white sandy beaches.
  • Visit the Hjortegarden | Knutholmen

    Visit the Hjortegarden | Knutholmen

    Visit the Deer farm in Ålfoten!
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A viewing plattform over a waterfall.
A village by a lake.
A person is skiing in summer at Stryn Sommerki in Stryn in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway

Oppstryn, the innermost part of the Nordfjord, also offers some real treats. Explore the Norwegian Scenic Route Gamle Strynefjellsvegen, with spectacular viewpoints and several waterfalls.

Stop at the cosy little village of Hjelle, home to historic Hjelle Hotel. Visit the nostalgic shop and café, Gamlebutikken, for a delicious afternoon tea. Or enjoy the beautiful Oppstrynsvatnet lake in a kayak.

Did you know that you can go skiing here, even in summer? Check out the Stryn summer ski centre!

Where to stay

Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.

  • Sølvane Gard
    Sandane

    Sølvane Gard

    Suites and Deluxe Rooms – Restaurant with Local Ingredients – Culture and National Artists
  • Hotel Alexandra
    Loen

    Hotel Alexandra

    Hotel Alexandra is a first class hotel with a view to the fjord in Loen and to Mt. Skåla (1848 m.o.h.). The hotel is surrounded by high mountains and breathtaking nature.
  • Gloppen Hotell
    Sandane

    Gloppen Hotell

    Historic Gloppen Hotel is centrally located in Sandane, in the Nordfjord. The hotel’s traditions go back to 1866 and hospitality and consideration for guests has always been important to us. From the very start salmon fishing was key to our operation. Fishermen still come every summer, but now our firm foucus on local food and vast range of activites, is equally vital for our success
  • Aerial view of a waterfront village with colorful houses, docks and boats beside calm water and green mountains.
    Kalvåg

    Knutholmen

    Kalvåg is a large living hotel! Within walking distance around the small bay you will find fishing huts, rooms or apartments, a restaurant, pub, dance floor and meeting rooms.
  • Stunning panoramic view from the Birdbox cabin at Skaara Living on Lotsberg in Nordfjord, surrounded by mountains and fjord landscape.
    Lote

    Skaara Living

    Imagine what it's like to live in a birdbox perched a staggering 270 meters above sea level, with a panoramic view where the colors of the sky create a rare spectacle. This adventure can be yours at Skaara Living. They offer two unique Birdbox cabins in the most beautiful natural surroundings at Lotsberg, guaranteed to provide you with a unique and relaxing experience. You'll sleep right in the untouched wilderness and all it has to offer, while the birdbox itself is designed to provide a sense of luxury and comfort. With large windows, you can comfortably lie in the double bed while observing wildlife right outside. Nature will embrace you in all its glory, and you'll experience an exceptional combination of luxury, comfort, and closeness to nature. Skaara Living offers more than just accommodation: here, you embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the beautiful Nordfjord region - Welcome!
  • Skrivergaarden
    Nordfjordeid

    Skrivergaarden

    At the end of a village road, leaning towards the southside of the fjord, you shall find Skrivergaarden - a place for tranquility, freedom and inspiration. Here you will be greeted by local hosts who have the time and opportunity to show you rooms, the garden and all it’s nooks and crannies - in all it’s glory. A historical site, with roots reaching as far back as the 12th century. This site has been a place for gatherings and seated people of knowledge and power, such as noblemen, clerics, clergy and magistrates. Known under the name “Leikvin” The current building was constructed around 1790, and has served as magisterial residence and office administration, but has also housed and featured clergy, poets and artists over the years. Due to it’s more recent function as a cultural centre, gallery and pilgrimage-house. The house is under government protection as a historical landmark, and ranks high among the largest and best preserved mansions in the region. Since 2017 the pleasure of having the place all to yourself, has become a reality you wouldn`t want to miss. Overnight-stays, art and cultural events, jubilees and adventure vacation with friends and family is what Skrivergaarden has on offer. Take in the history of the place, while enjoying your morning coffee in the library, and read up on the local history and see the pictures and paintings on our walls, to help your imagination. The house has comfortable beds, antique furniture and modern bathroom/toilet facilities. All carefully integrated and in keeping with both tradition and modern demands. There is a modern and fully equipped kitchen at your disposal, full sized fridge and freezers, so that the hobby chef in your party shall not be left wanting.
  • Hjelle Hotel

    Hjelle Hotel

    Hjelle is located at the eastern end of Oppstrynsvatnet in Stryn Municipality, in a peaceful place with magnificent nature and an atmosphere of old rural culture—midway between the municipal center of Stryn and Stryn Summer Ski Center.
  • Stryn Hotel
    Stryn

    Stryn Hotel

    Stryn Hotel is located centrally in Nordfjord, idyllically on the banks of Stryn river. A hotel with distinctive character, where you can enjoy social gatherings in picturesque and tranquil surroundings, with Stryn’s shops and all amenities just a short stroll away. A very pleasant frame for events/courses and conferences.
  • Person lounging in a chair by a large window, overlooking a sunlit lake, forested hills, and mountains..
    Sandane

    Engeset Trehytter (Tree Houses)

    Sandane is home to one of the most unique places to stay in Western Norway: Engeset Treehouses. Here, you stay high among the trees with panoramic views of the fjord and surrounding mountains. It is a place where peace, nature and comfort blend into a truly special experience.
  • Vollsnes Cabins
    Hjelledalen

    Vollsnes Cabins

    High standard cabins at Hjelle, on the shore of the Oppstrynsvatnet lake.
  • Small sauna cabin by a calm lake, with picnic tables, fire pit, and steep green mountains under blue sky..
    Stryn

    Strynsvatn Camping

    Panorama sauna by the Strynsvatn lake.
  • Singerheimen – A stay like no other
    Olden

    Singerheimen – A stay like no other

    Experience a truly unique stay at Singerheimen in Olden—the authentic summer residence of American artist and billionaire W.H. Singer Jr.
  • Sunny outdoor pool with swimmers and loungers, set against forested mountains and a clear blue sky..
    Byrkjelo

    Byrkjelo Camping

    The campsite is located near the village of Byrkjelo. Next to a small river, and surrounded by majestic mountains.
  • Hornelen Panorama | Smia
    Rugsund

    Hornelen Panorama | Smia

    Here you’ll find a peaceful and distinctive place to stay close to nature, with a view towards Europe’s highest sea cliff – Hornelen.
  • A person sits in a large open window of a white wooden building above a stone wall, reflected in calm water at the Seahouse at Hornelen Panorama in Bremanger..
    Rugsund

    Hornelen Panorama | Sjøhuset

    Imagine living right on the edge of the sea, with the raw forces of nature close at hand and panoramic views of the fjord and majestic mountains. In the romantic The Sea House (Sjøhuset) by Hornelen, magic takes shape.
  • Visnes Hotel Stryn
    Stryn

    Visnes Hotel Stryn

    Welcome to Visnes Hotel in Stryn! Visnes Hotel is a historic hotel with 19 rooms, located just outside the centre of Stryn. The hotel enjoys a central location, close to many well-known attractions.
  • Jølet
    Stryn

    Jølet

    Imagine lying floating above the ground on a bed of rushing water with stars in your eyes! That is exactly what you can experience in Jølet, the cabin that has been specially designed to give an optimal feeling of closeness to nature. On the edge of a gorge, created by the river's thousand-year struggle to reach the fjord, the cabin partially floats in the terrain. Situated completely by itself with no close neighbours, but with a view over the cultural landscape and rural areas, this is a perfect place for both relaxation and activity.
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A Fjord horse standing in turquoise water with snow-covered mountains in the background, Nordfjord in Fjord Norway
A man taking a picture on a hike
A man infront of a farm stay.
Paddling the Breimsvatnet lake in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway

If you’re a fan of history and Vikings, a trip to Sagastad in Nordfjordeid is a must.

Admire the 30-metre-long Myklebust ship, a replica of one of the world’s largest Viking ships, and get insights into the era that sparked our fascination with shipbuilding and seafaring.

Or learn more about the area at the Nordfjord Museum of Cultural History.

Nordfjordeid is also where you can get to know the unique fjord horse.

Discover more about this remarkable Norwegian breed on a guided tour of the Norwegian Fjord Horse Centre. Contact the centre for visits and horseback adventures.

In Sandane, the Trivselsskogen hiking area offers some steep, but truly incredible hiking experiences, including the panoramic Fosseteateret viewing platform (pictured), a love forest and a day trip cabin full of children's books!

Visit the fairytale valley of Kandalen for great hiking and tasty local food!

Spend the night at Sølvane Gard and stop by Kandal Ysteri for some award-winning brown cheese, made from goat's milk.

Nearby, you can kayak peacefully on one of the quiet lakes, or challenge yourself with the tough, but spectacular Eggenipa hike!

Popular hikes

Check out some of the most beautiful hikes in Nordfjord.

  • Klovane
    Oldedalen

    Klovane

    Klovane, 982 m.a.s.l., in Olden offers a fantastic view of the Oldedalen valley. Area: Breheimen incl. the Jostedalsbreen glacier Type: Hike/walk Classification: Demanding Length and duration: 6 km roundtrip, about 4 hours Season: May–October.
  • Skåla
    Loen

    Skåla

    Skåla is regarded as Norway's highest mountain peak, which has its foot in the sea. The mountain is 1848 meters above sea level and has been a popular mountain destination for all years.
  • Flatsteinbu cabin
    Oldedalen

    Flatsteinbu cabin

    Flatsteinbu is situated in Oldedalen, on a mountain plateau between the valleys of Kvamsdalen and Brenndalen, close to the edge of Jostedalsbreen's enormous ice cap. Area: Oldedalen valley Type: Hike/walk Classification: Demanding Length: 4.3 km, 4 hours Season: May–October
  • Hovden on Stad | War memorial
    Stadlandet

    Hovden on Stad | War memorial

    In the winter of 1942-1943 the Germans started building on the road from Ervik to Hovden, but it was not until 1944 that they started to use the area where it was placed air protection battery.
  • High viewpoint over a turquoise fjord surrounded by steep green mountains, rocky foreground, and low clouds..
    Stryn

    Marsåhyrna

    Marsåhyrna is a hill in Stryn. From the summit of Marsåhyrna (1,340 metres above sea level), there are fantastic views over Oppstryn and the Stryn Valley.
  • Three small wooden cabins with grass roofs sit on a hillside above a fjord, with mountains and cloudy sky beyond.
    Loen

    Rakssetra

    Rakssetra is idyllically located as a postcard on the mountainside towards Årheimsfjellet. This trip is very popular, and for a good reason!
  • Gjegnen in Ålfoten
    Ålfoten

    Gjegnen in Ålfoten

    Fjellet Gjegnen i Ålfoten er det høgaste fjellet i Ytre Nordfjord. Fjellet ligg i det verna Ålfotbreen-områdes som er eit vilt og storslått landskap.
  • Hiking Trails at Mt. Hoven (1011 m.) | Loen Skylift
    Loen

    Hiking Trails at Mt. Hoven (1011 m.) | Loen Skylift

    Wonderful hiking trails are waiting for you as you arrive to Mt. Hoven with Loen Skylift. All trails with magificent views of the fjord landscape and Jostedalsbreen National Park. Choose between easy short hikes and more challenging full day hikes. The trails are waymarked and signposted by international standards. High quality and sustainability are key factors. 
  • Guided hike to Mt. Lodalskåpa | Briksdal Adventure
    Briksdalsbre

    Guided hike to Mt. Lodalskåpa | Briksdal Adventure

    Briksdal Adventure will guide you to the top of Mt. Lodalskåpa (2083 m.a.s.l.). Lodalskåpa is the highest point of the Jostedalsbreen glacier, and the view from the top is amazing.
  • View from a rocky mountainside over green fields, white beaches, and turquoise ocean with distant islands under blue sky.
    Bremanger

    From Iglandsvik to Veten

    The hike starts at the sign at Iglandsvik. Follow the blue/red-marked trail to the outfields and continue along the mountainside up to the trail intersection. Area: Fjordane Type: Hike/walk Classification: Medium Length and duration: 7.5 km, 5 hours – the hike is one way, from A to B Season: All year round Parking: at Iglandsvik Marina
  • A person on a rope swing hangs from a tree above a grassy slope, overlooking a cloudy mountain lake at Skarsteinssætra i Olden.
    Olden

    Skarsteinsætra

    Skarsteinsætra is a beautiful and idyllic mountain summer farm with both historic and newer buildings – a perfect outing for the whole family.
  • Segestad farm
    Hjelledalen

    Segestad farm

    Discover a bit of living history at the abandoned farm Segestad at the far end of an outcrop overlooking Oppstrynsvatnet lake.
  • Ålfot glacier
    Ålfoten

    Ålfot glacier

    The Ålfotbreen and the Gjegnalund glacier are the most western glaciers in Norway. The area in the most rainy area in Europe, where it is estimated that there is at least 5500mm of rain a year.
  • Hike to Kinnaklova at the Island Kinn
    Kinn

    Hike to Kinnaklova at the Island Kinn

    Hike up to Kinnaklova at the Island Kinn. From the top, you will have a grand overview of the ocean and the surrounding Islands.
  • Along Jostedalsbreen glacier
    Stryn

    Along Jostedalsbreen glacier

    The Jostedalsbreen glacier is a classic hike and an experience you won't forget in a hurry.
  • Hiking to Briksdalsbreen Glacier
    Stryn

    Hiking to Briksdalsbreen Glacier

    Area: Oldedalen Type: Hiking Grading: Easy Length: 2.5 km, 40 - 60 min Season: All year
  • Store Batalden
    Batalden

    Store Batalden

    Store Batalden rises 492 m straight out of the sea, and it is the highest peak on the islands surrounding Florø.
  • A lone hiker with a backpack walks across a rocky ridge above small lakes, with distant mountains and clouds.
    Nordfjordeid

    Ljøsuregga mountain

    Ljøsuregga is the highest mountain peak you can see from Hjelmelandsdalen valley, but despite spectacular precipices and ridges across to Store Toren on the northern side, the summit is relatively easy to get to from the west via Kjenndalen valley. As its name indicates (literally loose rock ridge), the mountain mostly consists of scree of all shapes and sizes, but the view from the summit is well worth the effort.
  • Hiking trip to Galten from Mjeltebakkane
    Folkestad

    Hiking trip to Galten from Mjeltebakkane

    Galten (502 masl) has become a popular destination and is Sunnmøre's version of the famous Trolltunga. The view towards Dalsfjorden is spectacular, and hiking further to Kornbergveten is recommended.
  • View from Hesten
    Måløy

    Hike to Hestetinden in Måløy

    Walk to Hestetinden, also called "The horse", 330 meters above sea level, and be rewarded with a stunning view
  • Holvikfossen waterfall
    Sandane

    Holvikfossen waterfall

    Holvikfossen waterfall is located in Trivselsskogen, which makes for a nice and child-friendly walk.
  • Erdalsbreen glacier
    Oppstryn

    Erdalsbreen glacier

    The Erdalsbreen is a glacial arm of the Jostedalsbreen glacier and is situated by the cold glacial water.
  • A small wooden cabin sits on a rocky, grassy cliff overlooking a calm ocean with distant headlands under clouds..
    Kalvåg

    "Dosabu" Stormwatching cabin

    Visit the Stormwatching cabin in Bremanger. Here can you get a panoramic view of the big sea without getting wet. The Stormwatching cabin is part of the "Stormwatching" concept.
  • Three hikers stand on a rocky cliff edge overlooking a blue fjord and distant mountain ridges under clear sky..
    Bremanger

    Mt. Hornelen

    Climb Europe’s highest sea cliff. Hiking on Hornelen is for those seeking a truly spectacular experience.
  • Summit to Skåla
    Loen

    Summit to Skåla

    Skåla with its characteristic round tower cabin on the summit, is most likely one of the best known mountains in Norway.
  • Hushornet Mountain
    Stadlandet

    Hushornet Mountain

    With a fantastic view over the beach and the ocean
  • Vetvika
    Bremanger

    Vetvika

    For a long time, Vetvika bay was a well-kept secret and known only to a few locals in Bremanger. However, the rumours of the bay being the ‘most beautiful place on earth’ quickly spread.
  • View from under a rocky overhang beside a misty waterfall, with hikers on a wet path and a lake beyond.
    Hopland

    Tvinnefossen waterfall

    Tvinnefossen is indeed a magnificent waterfall, likely the largest waterfall in Northern Europe that both animals and humans can walk behind.
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Hornelen, Bremanger
An old fishing village.
The old Selja monastery outside Selje in the Nordfjord region of Fjord Norway

If you continue west, you can even hike up Europe’s highest sea cliff, Hornelen, or climb the 860 metres of the Hornelen Via Ferrata!

Wait a minute. This looks like the Mediterranean …? No, it's the Grotlesanden beach in Bremanger!

If you go all the way west, you'll end up in a very different coastal landscape by the sea. The nearby Vetvika beach is just as beautiful, but you have to hike for a few hours to get there.

Close by is Kalvåg, one of Norway's best-preserved fishing villages and a great base for adventures. Knutholmen Hotel offers stylish waterfront accommodation, exceptional local seafood, and authentic coastal experiences. Try the floating sauna, rent a kayak, or go on a fishing trip!

And in Bremanger, bad weather can be just as exciting as sunny days! Especially if you hike to the storm watching cabin Dosabu to watch the forces of nature in a safe and comfortable space.

Just as wild and impressive are the forces of nature on the Stad peninsula, north of Bremanger.

Here, there’s not much stopping the waves as they make their way towards the beautiful, wild beaches from the rough open sea just off the coast. Surfing lessons and camps are available in Hoddevik or at Ervika beach.

This is also where you'll find Norway’s westernmost point, Vestkapp.

There’s also a lovely beach in the cute village of Selje, Seljesanden, where you can combine a lazy day by the sea with a boat trip to the historic Selja Monastery.

A great place to round off your trip!

Food and drink

Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.

  • Knutholmen Restaurant
    Kalvåg

    Knutholmen Restaurant

  • Hoven Restaurant
    Loen

    Hoven Restaurant

  • Restaurant Charlotte | Hotel Alexandra
    Loen

    Restaurant Charlotte | Hotel Alexandra

  • Restaurant Andrine | Hotel Alexandra
    Loen

    Restaurant Andrine | Hotel Alexandra

  • Older couple sits at a table by a large window, hugging while taking a selfie in a cozy cafe with stone walls..
    Briksdalsbre

    Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge

  • Overhead view of lammecarre on a black plate with red beet sauce and microgreens on a green surface at Sølvane Farm Hotel Restaurant in Kandal, Gloppen..
    Sandane

    Sølvane Farm Hotel - Restaurant

  • Minibakeriet (bakery)
    Holmøyane

    Minibakeriet (bakery)

  • Close-up of a person holding two glass bottles of amber liquid beside leafy fruit trees in an orchard.

    Gardsbrenneriet

  • Kandal Ysteri og Gardsmat

    Kandal Ysteri og Gardsmat

  • Kjenndalstova

    Kjenndalstova

  • A warmly lit café with a red roof and outdoor seating, framed by autumn trees and mountains under a cloudy sky.
    Stryn

    Stryn Kaffebar og Vertshus

  • Gamlebutikken på Hjelle
    Hjelledalen

    Gamlebutikken på Hjelle

  • Aerial view over Davik Fjordparadis in Bremanger of a seaside RV campground with rows of white campers, nearby buildings, roads, and docked boats..
    Davik

    Davik Fjordparadis

  • Visnes Hotel restaurant
    Stryn

    Visnes Hotel restaurant

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Nordfjord has achieved the certification Sustainable Destination. While this doesn't mean that Nordfjord is completely sustainable, it has made a commitment to reduce the negative effects of tourism, while strengthening its positive ripple effects.

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Getting here and around

Plan your trip to Nordfjord with Entur, Norway's national travel planner.

  • By boat

    There are three ferry crossings in Nordfjord: Lote–Anda, Stårheim–Isane, and Måløy–Oldeide.

    There are daily express boats from Bergen to Måløy and Selje.

    The long-established Norwegian coastal voyage Hurtigruten calls daily at Måløy on both its northbound and southbound voyages.

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  • By train

    You can take the train to Otta from Oslo or Trondheim. From Otta, continue the trip to Nordfjord by bus.

    You can also take the famous Flåmsbana railway line to Flåm, and a bus to Nordfjord from there (bus change required).

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  • By car

    If you choose to go by car from Oslo or Trondheim, follow the E6 to Otta and then Rv15 until you reach Stryn. From Oslo it is also possible to drive the E16 via Sogn.

    From Bergen and Ålesund, drive the E39 all the way.

    Plan your route, check traffic alerts, ferry information and more at the Norwegian Roads Administration website.

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  • By bus

    There are daily bus departures to Nordfjord from Bergen (5 hours), Ålesund (3 hours), Trondheim (7,5 hours) and Oslo (8 hours).

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  • By plane

    Both Sandane Airport and Ørsta-Volda Airport are located centrally when you are going to Nordfjord. The airports have direct flights from Bergen (1 hour) and Oslo (1 hour) and corresponding flights to many Norwegian cities.

    Ålesund Airport lies 2 hours and 30 minutes by car from Nordfjord and offers good connections to Oslo and other Norwegian and European cities.

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