Nordfjord welcomes you with a beautiful coastline, steep mountains, glaciers and white beaches. Here, nature is a theme park in itself, perfect for active outdoor enthusiasts.
In the Nordfjord area of Fjord Norway, tall peaks tower above the fjords and the ocean, with lots of waterfalls plunging down the mountainside. This is also where you’ll find Europe’s deepest lake, Hornindalsvatnet.
Jostedalsbreen National Park covers an area of 1,310 square kilometres and is home to Jostedalsbreen glacier, the largest glacier in mainland Europe. The landscape ranges from lush valleys to alpine mountains, and the core of the national park consists of an untouched landscape that can only be reached by foot.
The coastline in Nordfjord has a lot to offer as well. Visit the lighthouse Kråkenes fyr or take in the powerful nature surrounding the Vestkapp plateau. The area is known for its windy weather conditions, which you can take advantage of and go surfing!
If you like horseback riding, take in the scenery from the saddle on a fjord horse. For an unforgettable and airy experience, hike to Hornelen, the highest sea cliff in Europe. Or take the Loen Skylift and admire the view from Mount Hoven.
Get in-depth travel information on Nordfjord’s official website.
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Things to do in winter
Fun activities for the colder months!
Popular hikes
Check out some of the most beautiful hikes in Nordfjord.
Where to stay
Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.
Food and drink
Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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