Nordfjord, Norway – Glacier, fjord, outdoor experiences

A natural playground

In Nordfjord you are greeted by a beautiful stretch of coastline, towering mountains, and the biggest glacier you’ll find on mainland Europe: Jostedalsbreen.

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In addition to the Skåla tower, Nordfjord offers a wide range of accommodation, like camping sites, hotels, mountain lodges, and lighthouses.

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The Nordfjord region, home to about 33,000 inhabitants, consists of the municipalities of Stryn, Hornindal, Gloppen, Eid, Vågsøy, and Selje. Nordfjord’s cultural heritage, with its long‐standing folk music and arts and crafts traditions, is well preserved. Food and traditional costumes are also an important part of the area’s cultural heritage.

Find more inspiration about Nordfjord and Stryn on Nordfjord’s official webpage.

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Skålatårnet at Mount Skåla, Stryn.
Photo: Sverre Hjornevik / Visitnorway.no

Ice climbing at Jostedalsbreen glacier.
Photo: Anders Gjengedal / Visitnorway.com

Anders Svor Museum, Nordfjord.
Photo: Espen Mills

Fishing in Gloppenelva river.
Photo: Espen Mills

Skiing at Mount Hoven in Nordfjord.
Photo: Bård Basberg / Loen Skylift

Selje in Nordfjord.
Photo: Thomas Bickhardt / Bickfoto

Briksdalsbreen glacier in Stryn.
Photo: Bjarte Haugen

Things to do in Nordfjord

Where to stay in Nordfjord

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Hiking Mount Skåla

Nordfjord Moments

Nordfjord - all in one fjord

Getting here and around

Get in-depth travel information on Nordfjord’s official 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).
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.

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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.

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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 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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Safety in the mountains

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Norway is an incredible place to explore, with untamed mythical landscapes, mountains, valleys, and fjords. Before you enter the outdoors, get familiar with the nine simple rules of the Norwegian mountain code to help you stay safe.

Plan your trip and inform others about the route you have selected.
Adapt the planned routes according to ability and conditions.
Pay attention to the weather and the avalanche warnings.
Be prepared for bad weather and frost, even on short trips.
Bring the necessary equipment so you can help yourself and others.
Choose safe routes. Recognize avalanche terrain and unsafe ice.
Use a map and a compass. Always know where you are.
Don’t be ashamed to turn around.
Conserve your energy and seek shelter if necessary.

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Nordfjord

A natural playground

Things to do in Nordfjord

Where to stay in Nordfjord

Food and drink

Get inspired

See it for yourself

Hiking Mount Skåla

Nordfjord Moments

Nordfjord - all in one fjord

Getting here and around

By bus

By car

By train

By boat

By plane

Safety in the mountains

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