Ski touring in Fjord Norway

A person is skiing in summer at Stryn Sommerki in Stryn in Nordfjord, Fjord Norway

If you are into ski touring, you have every reason to visit the fjords in western Norway in late winter and spring. Find your fjord destination and go get that fresh snow.

Stay safe

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

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

Read more about safety in the mountains

Grand views, thick snowfall, amazing peaks and easy logistics are a few benefits for backcountry adventurers who choose the Fjord Norway region. With hundreds of alpine peaks over 1,000 metres, it is perfectly possible to make fresh tracks every day of your trip.

Best time to go skiing touring?

The skiing season often starts as early as November, but the high season for ski touring is spring, until the middle of May. This is when you get views of white mountains, green mountain sides and blue fjords. On the other hand, if you go earlier, you have a better chance to experience dry snow all the way down to sea level.

You may recognize the scenery from your favourite freeride movies. The fjord and mountain landscapes frequently form the backdrop in films by renowned producers like Nuit De La Glisse, Warren Miller and SalomonFreeSki, to name but a few.

Stay in a cosy, remote mountain lodge or hotel, or choose a ski and sail adventure that combines boat accommodation with some nights onshore by a fjord. It is easy to get here by plane to the international airports in Bergen or Ålesund. It is also good to know that there are several local skiing resorts in the area, which provide great skiing if the weather doesn’t hold for ski touring.

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Ski touring in Fjord Norway

The varied landscape of fjords, mountains and coastline in this part of Norway offers world-class ski touring opportunities.

Book a ski touring holiday

Go ski touring, ski & sail, or book an all-in-one SkiTicket with our partners.

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    4 Days ・ January - April

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    Ski on peaks and plunging fjordsExperience the snow-covered Sunnmøre Alps, known for their world-class towering peaks and majestic fjord views. We guarantee you will return with batteries fully recharged. / Up NorwayPrice From 20 350 NOK
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    Learn all about ski expeditionsThis long weekend features ski-expedition training for safer adventures. Learn route planning, gear selection, camp routines and risk management. Stay at Bygdin, have a 2-course dinner, then two nights in a tent. / Norrøna AdventurePrice From 8 500 NOK
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    4 Days ・ February - March

    A weekend in the Lyngen alps

    One of Norway's best ski touring destinationsFour wonderful days await you in one of Norway's most beautiful mountain areas. Experience mountain peaks, après ski, tasty food and drink, and good company.What more can you ask for? / Norrøna AdventurePrice From 17 500 NOK
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