Holiday in Norwegian Fjords
Region in Norway — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇳🇴
Country
Norway
Type
Region
Best time to travel
June–August (Midnight sun, hiking), September (Autumn colors)
Budget/day
150–250 €
Getting there from Germany
Direct flights from several German cities to Bergen (BGO) in 2 hours. Bergen is the gateway to the fjords.
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What makes Norwegian Fjords special as a destination?
The Norwegian fjords are among the most spectacular natural landscapes in Europe and have been repeatedly awarded by National Geographic as the best travel destination in the world. These sea arms, shaped by glaciers, cut up to 200 kilometers deep into the Norwegian coast and are framed by steep rock walls rising up to 1,500 meters, where waterfalls plunge into the depths. The Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord are UNESCO World Heritage sites and Norway's most famous fjords. The Geirangerfjord impresses with the Seven Sisters, a series of waterfalls that drop over 300 meters, while the narrow Nærøyfjord, only 250 meters wide, unfolds an almost claustrophobic intensity. The Sognefjord, at 204 kilometers long and 1,308 meters deep, is the largest fjord in Norway and offers particularly diverse experiences. The viewpoint Preikestolen (Trolltunga is the more adventurous alternative) rises 604 meters above the Lysefjord and offers one of the most dramatic viewpoints in Europe. The Hurtigruten coastal postal route is one of the most beautiful sea voyages in the world. Hiking, kayaking, and the Flåm Railway, one of the steepest railways in the world, open up the fjord landscape. May to September offers the longest days and the best weather.
What are the top highlights in Norwegian Fjords?
The top highlights in Norwegian Fjords include Geirangerfjord, Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), Trolltunga, Flåm Railway, Sognefjord.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Geirangerfjord
UNESCO World Heritage: a 15 km long fjord with the waterfalls 'The Seven Sisters' and 'The Suitor' – one of the most photographed places in Norway.
Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock)
The famous rock plateau rises 604 m above the Lysefjord – the 4-hour hike is challenging, but the view is worth it.
Trolltunga
The 'Troll Tongue' – a horizontal rock ledge 700 m above Lake Ringedalsvatnet. The 22 km hike (10–12 hours) is one of the most epic in Europe.
Flåm Railway
One of the steepest standard gauge railways in the world – 20 km through mountains, past waterfalls, from the high mountains down to the Aurlandsfjord.
Sognefjord
At 204 km, the longest and up to 1,308 m, the deepest fjord in Europe – on its shores lie the stave church of Urnes and the village of Flåm.
Hotels in Norwegian Fjords
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When is the best time to visit Norwegian Fjords?
The best time to visit Norwegian Fjords is June–August (Midnight sun, hiking), September (Autumn colors). Mild, 15–25 °C, long days (midnight sun in the north), occasional rain In winter: Cold and dark, -5 to 3 °C, northern lights possible, fjords rarely freeze thanks to the Gulf Stream
Recommended travel time
June–August (Midnight sun, hiking), September (Autumn colors)
Summer
Mild, 15–25 °C, long days (midnight sun in the north), occasional rain
Winter
Cold and dark, -5 to 3 °C, northern lights possible, fjords rarely freeze thanks to the Gulf Stream
How much does a holiday in Norwegian Fjords cost?
Budget travellers: 80–120 €/day, mid-range: 150–250 €/day, luxury: 300–600 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
80–120 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
150–250 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
300–600 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Norwegian Fjords?
Direct flights from several German cities to Bergen (BGO) in 2 hours. Bergen is the gateway to the fjords.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Norwegian Fjords?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Norway in a Nutshell is the best package route: Train Oslo–Myrdal, Flåm Railway, fjord boat, bus – all in one day or over several days.
Norway's right to roam (Allemannsretten) allows free camping in nature – the cheapest way to experience Norway.
For Trolltunga, start early (before 7 AM) and check the weather – the hike is long and the weather changes quickly.
Buy groceries at the supermarket instead of eating out – Norway is expensive, but Rema 1000 and Kiwi are affordable.
What should you eat in Norwegian Fjords?
Typical specialities in Norwegian Fjords: Brunost (Brown Cheese) — Norway's unique caramel goat cheese – on waffles or bread, sweet and salty at the same time., Smoked Salmon (Røkelaks) — Norwegian smoked salmon is world-class – thinly sliced with horseradish and dill on crispbread., Kjøttkaker — Norwegian meatballs in brown sauce with potatoes and lingonberries – comfort food for cold fjord evenings., Fårikål — Norway's national dish: lamb with cabbage slowly stewed – simple, hearty, and perfect in autumn., Svele — Thick, sweet pancakes from Western Norway – served as a snack on the fjord ferry, with Brunost or butter..
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