Plan your trip to the Sognefjord area

Along Norway’s longest fjord you can hike in some of the country’s most popular mountain areas, get tasteful traditions on a plate, and see the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Nærøyfjord.

The western coast is known for its magnificent fjords. The longest and deepest is the Sognefjord, that stretches from just north of Bergen and all the way into the Jotunheimen mountains. The Nærøyfjord branch is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Other picturesque fjord arms are the Lusterfjord, the Fjærlandsfjord, and the Finnafjord. They get their beautiful emerald green colour from meltwater from nearby glaciers.

Along the fjord, you’ll find many charming towns, such as the art village Balestrand, the book town Fjærland, and Lærdal, which has more than 150 well-preserved wooden houses that date back to the 16th and 17th century.

Don’t miss the Borgund stave church or the Flåmsbana railway, which takes you from Flåm by the fjord to the top of the mountains in only an hour.

The mountains that surround the inner part of the fjord are among Norway’s most popular hiking areas. Here, you’ll find the Jotunheimen and Breheimen mountains, the Jostedalsbreen glacier, and the valleys Aurlandsdalen and Utladalen. Go hiking, rafting, climbing or summer skiing, or cycle the famous Rallarvegen.

The area is known for strong food traditions and ingredients of the highest quality, from fruit and berries to game and goat cheese.

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Top attractions in the Sognefjord area

Fjord Cruise Nærøyfjord

Regardless of the season, a cruise on the Nærøyfjord will be an unforgettable experience. Read more

Fjord Cruise Nærøyfjord

Nigardsbreen Glacierguiding

Join and explore the blue ice tours that Jostedalen Breførarlag offers on the Nigardsbreen glacier. Participate in a memorable hiking experience in a… Read more

Nigardsbreen Glacierguiding

The Flåm Railway

The Flåm Railway has been described as one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world and is one of the leading tourist attractions in Norway.… Read more

The Flåm Railway

Urnes Stave Church

Urnes Stave Church , the oldest of Norway's stave churches, is included on UNESCO's World Heritage List. It was built around 1130 AD, but the… Read more

Urnes Stave Church

Cycling - Rallarvegen

Rallarvegen, the service road built for the construction of the Bergenline, has won a special status as a cycle track and is becoming more and more… Read more

Cycling - Rallarvegen

Viking Village Njardarheimr

Viking Valley, Gudvangen - in the heart of the unique UNESCO listed Norwegian fjord landscape - is the setting for the town of Njardarheimr. Read more

Viking Village Njardarheimr

Skjolden Llamas

Do you want to go hiking with a Lama? Skjolden Llamas offers guided tours with Lama, and during summer you can buy rasperry from the farm. Read more

Skjolden Llamas

Bokbyen - The Norwegian Booktown

The Norwegian book town sells used books in beautiful Fjærland. Here are 150,000 books in all categories, for all interests - all well sorted. Read more

Bokbyen - The Norwegian Booktown

Norwegian Glacier Museum

The Norwegian Glacier Museum is an award-winning hands-on museum, situated in Fjærland at the head of the Fjærlandsfjord. Read more

Norwegian Glacier Museum

Nigardsbreen Glacier

This is one of the most accessible glaciers, where you can peer into the blue ice at very close range, and everyone above the age of five can join… Read more

Nigardsbreen Glacier

Fjord Cycling - along the Sognefjord

Fjord Cycling offers leisure cycling along Sognefjorden, with guide or self guided. Accommodation and luggage transfer is included. Go for a unique… Read more

Fjord Cycling - along the Sognefjord

Bike & Hike to Drivandefossen Waterfall

Come along on a biking and hiking tour through the enchanting natural- and cultural landscapes of the Mørkrid valley, and get close to the impressive… Read more

Bike & Hike to Drivandefossen Waterfall

Breheimsenteret Glacier Center

This unique building offers many services, to locals and tourists alike, and has a great view of the glacier. Read more

Breheimsenteret Glacier Center

Borgund Stave church

Borgund Stave Church is a unique example of impressive medieval architecture and is a distinctive landmark on the tourist route to Lærdal. Read more

Borgund Stave church

Popular hikes in the Sognefjord area

Keipen in Balestrand

Join us on a marvellous hiking adventure to Keipen in Balestrand! Read more

Keipen in Balestrand

Aurlandsdalen

The well-known and historic Aurlandsdalen Valley, was once one of the main routes between the eastern and western parts of Norway. Read more

Aurlandsdalen

Molden

Molden is often called the finest viewpoint in Sogn, with an amazing fjord view. Read more

Molden

The Kings's road from Kyrkjestølen til Maristova

The King's Road : Kyrkjestølen - Maristova. This was the first passable road over Filefjell mountain pass, built in the 1790's by C. J. Hammer. Read more

The Kings's road from Kyrkjestølen til Maristova

Fanaråken

The view from Fannaråken is fantastic with the whole panorama of the West-Jotunheimen range. Many come to Fannaråken to experience the sunrise. Read more

Fanaråken

Mørkridsdalen

On this walking tour you will get a great panorama of the Mørkrid- valley , Åsetelake with mountain huts and the well known peaks of the… Read more

Mørkridsdalen

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Bergen

Although it's the second-biggest city in Norway, Bergen is packed with small town charm. Read more

Bergen

Flåm

Each year, several hundred thousand visitors arrive in Flåm to ride the Flåmsbana Railway, cycle Rallarvegen, or go hiking in the dramatic… Read more

Flåm

Haugesund and Haugalandet

A charming city, lush nature, old Viking thrones, and festivals await in Haugesund and Haugalandet. Read more

Haugesund and Haugalandet

Kristiansund

Discover Kristiansund, a city on four islands that's famous for clipfish, opera, and the stunning Atlantic Road. Read more

Kristiansund

Lærdal

Explore the charming wooden houses in Gamle Lærdalsøyri. Read more

Lærdal

Molde

Molde has some of Fjord Norway’s most famous attractions. Experience the world-famous Molde international jazz festival, enjoy spectacular views… Read more

Molde

Nordfjord

From soaring peaks and glaciers to deep fjords – nature is the main attraction in Nordfjord. Go hiking, surfing and paddling or relax at a spa.… Read more

Nordfjord

Northwest

Experience some of Fjord Norway’s most stunning nature attractions, such as the Atlantic Road, the Romsdalseggen ridge, and the Innerdalen… Read more

Northwest

Ryfylke

Feel the forces of nature! In Ryfylke, nature is the main attraction. From Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) and Kjerag to salmon safaris and the… Read more

Ryfylke

Røldal

Røldal is known for getting more snowfall than any other area in Norway. In summer, it's the perfect starting point for… Read more

Røldal

Stryn

In Stryn you can go summer skiing, explore glaciers, and a enjoy a fjordside spa – all on the very same day. Read more

Stryn

Suldal

Suldal is located along the Scenic Route Ryfylke in Fjord Norway, a few hours from Stavanger and Haugesund. The area has been awarded the prestigious… Read more

Suldal

Old wooden houses with grass on the roof at a fjord bank in Jølster

Sunnfjord

The Sunnfjord area offers a mix of active holiday activities in diverse and unspoilt nature, attractions like a viewing point of unseen… Read more

Sunnfjord

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Sunnhordland

Sunnhordland has some of the most distinctive scenery in Fjord Norway. Folgefonna - Norway’s third largest glacier - is the icing on… Read more

Sunnhordland

The Fjord Coast

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The Fjord Coast

View over Geirangerfjord and the Seven Sisters waterfall

The Geirangerfjord area

The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow- covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. Read more

The Geirangerfjord area

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The Lysefjord area

Step on world famous mountain plateaus like Preikestolen and Kjerag, and then challenge yourself on the 4444 steps of the wooden staircase of… Read more

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The Sognefjord area

Norway’s longest fjord, Sognefjorden, is surrounded by spectacular nature. In this part of Fjord Norway, you can experience fjord safari,… Read more

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The Stavanger region

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The Ålesund and Sunnmøre area

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Voss

If you are craving thrilling adventures, extreme surroundings and Norwegian food specialities, Voss will not let you down. Read more

Voss

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Winter in Hardangerfjord

From the second longest fjord in Norway and snowshoeing to the top of Trolltunga to charming villages and ski resorts – discover the… Read more

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Åndalsnes

Discover amazing Åndalsnes, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and the Rauma Line, Europe’s most beautiful train journey. Read more

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By train

Flåm is the only train station along the Sognefjord, and well worth a trip in itself. The Flåm Railway was named the world’s most incredible train journey by Lonely Planet in 2014. The journey takes you from Flåm by the fjord to the top of the mountains and connects with the train between Oslo and Bergen at Myrdal. There are several daily departures all year round.

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By bus

Comfortable express buses run daily all year round to the Sognefjord from many places in Norway.

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By boat

Throughout the year, daily express boats connect Bergen with many small villages along the Sognefjord.

In the summer, there are also daily express boats between Bergen and Flåm, and sightseeing cruises take you between various destinations along the Sognefjord.
By car

If you travel by car to the Sognefjord area, the trip will take 2–3 hours from Bergen, 4–5 hours from Oslo, and 5–6 hours from Trondheim. Note that car ferries make it possible to cross the Sognefjord and various fjord arms.

You can choose several Norwegian Scenic Routes on your way to the Sognefjord area.

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By plane

Sogndal Airport has daily connections from both Bergen and Oslo. Flight times from 30 to 45 minutes.

An airport express takes you from the airport to Sogndal.

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