How do I explore Sognefjord?

How do I explore Sognefjord?

Things to do during the Sognefjord in a nutshell tour

1. Fjord & Glacier Tour from Balestrand.
2. Kayak in Balestrand.
3. Electric Minibus to Stegastein Viewpoint.
4. Indoor Skydiving in Voss.
5. Panoramic fjord hiking from Bergen.
6. Ribsafari in Bergen.
7. Sailboat Cruise in Bergen.
8. Voss Gondola.

Does Norway have good hiking?

Norway is our favorite spot in the world to go hiking. Every time we hike a new trail we fall more in love with this beautiful country. We have done most of the hikes on this list but a few are still on our bucket list.

Can you hike the fjords?

There are some great hiking areas along the fjords, in the national parks, and through the green valleys. And since Fjord Norway stretches over 57,604 square kilometres, you might not want to cover the whole thing in one go.

What is Sognefjord known for?

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.

How wide is Sognefjord?

The fjord is up to six kilometres (3+1⁄2 mi) wide. The average width of the main branch of the Sognefjord is less than five kilometres (3 mi). The depth increases gradually from Årdal to a central basin reaching more than 1,000 metres (3,300 ft) in depth located between Leikanger and Brekke.

Where should I stay in Norway for hiking?

5 favorite hotels in norway

• 29/2 AURLAND | AURLAND, NORWAY. A hidden gem on the Sognefjord.
• FJÆRLAND HOTEL | FJÆRLAND, NORWAY. Off the beaten path on the shores of the Sognefjord.
• SKOGADALSBØEN HUT | JOTUNHEIMEN, NORWAY.
• HOTEL PARK BERGEN | BERGEN, NORWAY. Historic hotel on a hill.
• THE THieF | OSLO, NORWAY.

What is the most beautiful mountain in Norway?

Looming over the vast Aurlandsfjord, Myrdal is undoubtedly one of the most stunning mountains in Norway.

Is the Sognefjord salt water?

This water has a stable temperature of 8 degrees and a salinity of 35 parts per thousand all year round. The fish thrive in these stable conditions because the cold and salty water of the Sognefjord is the halibut’s natural habitat.

How deep is Sognefjord in Norway?

1308 m
The Sognefjord is the longest (205 km) and deepest (1308 m) fjord in Norway, and the second-longest in the world.

When can you see the northern lights in Norway?

Northern Lights season in Norway November through March is the absolute peak season for Northern Lights viewing because the nights are longest, but a visit anytime between September and March should give you a good chance to see them, with March offering the best chance of clear skies.

What is the most beautiful place in Norway?

The Most Beautiful Places in Norway – The South

1. Sognefjord. An aerial view of Sognefjord, one of the most beautiful places in Norway.
2. Trolltunga.
3. Norway’s Fjords.
4. Alesund.
5. Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, Bergen.
6. Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock)
7. Bygdoy Peninsula.
8. Geirangerfjord.