Geirangerfjord, Norway

Geirangerfjord

A deep fjord with waterfalls tumbling down sheer cliffs.

  • May–Sep
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Geirangerfjord

Day 1

  1. MorningTake the fjord cruise past the Seven Sisters and the Suitor waterfalls.
  2. AfternoonDrive up to the Dalsnibba viewpoint at 1,500 metres, or the Ørnesvingen hairpins.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Geiranger village and walk the waterfall stairs at the Fjord Centre.

Day 2

Hike up to the abandoned cliff farm of Skageflå above the fjord.

What to eat

Brunost, sweet brown cheese, and fresh fjord salmon.

Local tips

Make the most of Geirangerfjord

Beat the crowds

Cruise ships arrive in summer. Early mornings are calmer.

Best photo spot

The fjord from the Ørnesvingen viewpoint with its hairpin bends, and from Flydalsjuvet.

Getting there

Drive or take a ferry from Hellesylt. Some mountain roads close in winter.

Don't miss nearby

Dalsnibba, a mountain viewpoint high above the fjord.

Good to know

Ferries on the fjord show the waterfalls from the water. Check road openings in spring.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Geirangerfjord

Getting there

  • Ørsta-Volda Airport (HOV)60 km away
  • Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO)225 km away
  • Bergen215 km away
  • Trondheim220 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryNorway

Questions

Geirangerfjord: good to know

Is Geirangerfjord worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A deep fjord with waterfalls tumbling down sheer cliffs.

How many days do you need in Geirangerfjord?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Geirangerfjord?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. Cruise ships arrive in summer. Early mornings are calmer.

How do you get to Geirangerfjord?

The nearest airport is Ørsta-Volda Airport (HOV), about 60 km away. Drive or take a ferry from Hellesylt. Some mountain roads close in winter.

What is there to see near Geirangerfjord?

Nearby hidden places include Atlantic Road (102 km), Flåm (138 km) and Lillehammer (204 km).

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