The Geirangerfjord

A UNESCO World Heritage site

Welcome to breathtaking landscapes.

PS: you can also experience the Geirangerfjord in winter!

Once upon a time, there was a land with majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation...

... but this is no fairytale.

In the Geirangerfjord area, it's reality!

Whether hiking or sightseeing, you are guaranteed stunning views in this UNESCO-listed area in Fjord Norway.

Stay for a while, there is so much to do!

Hike the Fosseråsa national hiking trail and pass behind the Storsæter waterfall.

Imagine living on the small farms Skageflå or Knivsflå – clinging on to the mountainside at an elevation of several hundred metres. It's a steep but rewarding hike.

Rent a kayak and enjoy paddling on a shimmering fjord surrounded by tall mountains.

Get ready for an adrenaline rush!

Whizz through the air on a zipline and get your heart racing with some canyoning.

Or take a winter cruise from Ålesund to Geiranger and experience untouched nature in a dramatic, varied and historic fjord landscape!

Ready for some dramatic Norwegian roads?

Drive carefully as you navigate thehairpin curves on Ørnevegen (Eagle Road), on the Norwegian Scenic Route between Trollstigen and Geiranger.

Stop and take a deep breath at the Ørnesvingen viewing point.

For an even more airy experience, check out the Geiranger Skywalk viewing point at Dalsnibba, 1,500 meters above sea level.

You can drive all the way up!

Are you hungry yet?

Delicious food awaits!

Enjoy the best of nature right on your plate. This area has many restaurants that take pride in serving you food with a local twist.

Or do you want to pick your own ingredients?

Simply visit Valldal, known as the ‘strawberry valley’ and buy some freshly picked strawberries!

At Lingebakken you can buy fruit or juices made at the farm.

After a long day of activities, enjoy a relaxing spa at Hotel Union.

Or spend the night surrounded by natural beauty ...

... in the middle of a picturesque canyon at Juvet Landscape Hotel.

Geiranger and Stranda have achieved the certification Sustainable Destination. Although this does not mean that the destination is completely sustainable, it does mean that it has made a commitment to work systematically to reduce the negative effects of tourism, while strengthening its positive ripple effects.

You can help reduce yourown footprint, too, by staying longer. There is so much to see and do!

You can also simply kick back relax in the calm landscape.

Travel off season, and experience the area's unique tranquillity. Bliss!

In Geiranger, travelling can be a scenic adventure in itself, like this ferry trip from Hellesylt or a fjord cruise from Ålesund.

Mission: Impossible includes one of the biggest stunts in cinema history, shot in Hellesylt.

You can also easily get here by public transport from Åndalsnes or Ålesund, among other places.

Experience Åndalsnes, Ålesund and Geiranger in one day on a Geirangerfjord in a Nutshell round trip.

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Let's go!

Adventure awaits!

Explore the amazing UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord

The area’s unique natural surroundings were created over a succession of ice ages, when glaciers carved out deep fjords and shaped the high mountains. With its natural beauty, it's no surprise that Geirangerfjord often appears on lists of the most spectacular places in the world.

Impressive waterfalls cascade down steep mountainsides. The famous falls De syv søstrene ('The Seven Sisters'), Friaren ('The Suitor') and Brudesløret ('The Bridal Veil'), all aptly named, plunge down to the fjord in a haze of feather‐light mist.

The falls create a never-ending display of rainbow colours. In addition to the scenery, there are numerous opportunities for hiking and other outdoor fun.

The area's many small-scale manufacturers of food and drink include Geiranger Brewery, partly based in a boathouse, and Hellesylt Boutique & Bar, whose quirky menu features licorice-flavoured meringues.

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Where to stay

Food and drink

Getting here and around

Get additional travel information on Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre's official website.

By train

There are daily train departures from Oslo (approx. 5.5 hours) and Trondheim (approx. 4-5 hours) to Åndalsnes, which is the closest railway station.

From Åndalsnes there are year-round bus connections to Ålesund and Sjøholt, and over the Trollstigen Mountain Road to Valldal and Geiranger in the summer.

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By car

The Geirangerfjord is located around 3 hours by car from Ålesund.

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By bus

There are daily express bus departures to the area from Oslo, Trondheim, and Bergen.

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By plane

There are many daily flights from the biggest towns and cities in Norway to Ålesund Airport, which is the closest airport.

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By boat

You can take the car ferry from Hellesylt, and the fjord cruise from Ålesund all year. In summer, you can take the northbound Hurtigruten (the Norwegian Coastal Voyage) from Bergen to Geiranger. In the winter, Hurtigruten does not enter the Geirangerfjord but does call at Ålesund, where there is a bus connection to Geiranger. You can also take the Havila Voyages from Ålesund.

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