2012/2013 English
• Jotunheimen • Jostedalsbreen
Luster | Sogndal | Balestrand | Høyanger | Vik | Leikanger
www.sognefjord.no
How to get here?
Welcome to Sognefjord!
Distances by car (to Sogndal) From
Via
Km
Driving time
Oslo
Gol / Hemsedal
330
5h
Oslo
Fagernes / Filefjell
350
5.5 h
Oslo
Lillehammer / Lom / Sognefjellet
495
7h
Bergen
Voss / Lærdalstunnelen
235
3.5 h
Bergen
Gudvangen / Nærøyfjorden (ferry to Kaupanger)
162
4h
Bergen
Voss / Vikafjellet
220
4h
Bergen
Lavik / Balestrand
255
4h
Trondheim
Otta / Lom / Sognefjellet
420
6h
Trondheim
Otta / Stryn / Skei
550
7h
Kristiansand
Haukeli / Odda / Voss
540
8h
You can find maps and road descriptions at www.maps.google.no
By air Daily direct flights from Bergen (30 min.) and Oslo (45 min.). Timetable: www.wideroe.no
Express boat Daily departures from the centre of Bergen to the centre of Sogndal. The boats also call at Vik, Balestrand and Leikanger. Timetable: www.norled.no Summerroute Bergen-Flåm, daily departures.
Sognefjord – Fjærland
Express buses
The expressboat to Sogn
Several departures per day from Bergen, Oslo, Lillehammer, Ålesund and Trondheim. Buses from Oslo and Trondheim go via Otta/Sognefjellet in the summer. Timetables: www.fjord1.no, www.nor-way.no
Train Several daily connections between the Oslo-Bergen line and the steep and thrilling Flåm railway. Bus and boat connection to Sogndal, Leikanger, Balestrand etc. Timetables: www.nsb.no or www.flaamsbana.no
To Norway: By air: www.norwegian.no, www.wideroe.no, www.sas.no Ferry: www.colorline.com, www.dfds.no, www.fjordline.com, www.stenaline.no
Contents The Fjords Cultural heritage Waterfalls The Glaciers The Mountains Mountain Walks Events
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Sognefjord - major national attractions LONGEST – BIGGEST – HIGHEST – OLDEST The longest fjord, the Sognefjord, lies in the heart of Fjord Norway and extends to the foot of the Jotunheimen and Jostedalsbreen National Parks. The area is both dramatic and hospitable, with exciting and invigorating activities for the whole family. The Jostedalsbreen National Park is home to the biggest glacier in mainland Europe, whose spectacular arms of blue ice extend down into fertile valleys. The Jotunheimen National Park contains the highest mountains in Norway. The Sognefjellsvegen Road, the national tourist road that passes through the park, is the highest mountain pass in Northern Europe. The Sognefjord is also home to some of the highest waterfalls in Norway. Vibrant local communities offer genuine cultural experiences. You will find unique visitor centres and museums, such as the Norwegian Glacier Museum, the Breheimsenteret (the Jostedal Glacier Visitor Centre), Sogn Folk Museum, the Sognefjord Aquarium and the Norwegian Book Town. You will also find some of Norway’s most famous stave churches here. Urnes Stave Church is the oldest in Norway and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Family walk at Nigardsbreen
in Sognefjord Luster Luster municipality with its three national parks; Jostalsbreen, Breheimen and Jotunheimen, offers you some of Norway’s biggest attractions; Jostedalsbreen and Nigardsbreen glaciers, Urnes Stave Church, Sognefjellet Mountain Road, Jotunheimen mountains and Feigumfossen waterfall. Few places in Norway offer you so many activities within such a concentrated area.
Sogndal Sogndal municipality is an important traffic junction for buses going north/south and east/ west. Sogndal has its own airport, express boat to Bergen and ferry to Gudvangen through Nærøyfjorden. Attractions are Sogn Folk Museum, Kaupanger Stave Church, the memorial over the battle at Fimreite, along with The Norwegian Glacier Museum and The Norwegian Book Town. In 2011 Sogndal was voted “Best Outdoor Destination” thanks to the easy access to great and varied outdoor activities in and around the town.
Balestrand Balestrand municipality rigth next to Sognefjorden was a favourite of Emperor Wilhelm II, Hans Dahl, I. C. Dahl and a number of artists, writers and photographers. The remains of this era is very visible from the distinct architecture with hotels and large villas in Swiss- and dragon style.
Leikanger Urnes Stave Church
There are many major interesting events, such as Fjellsportfestivalen, High Camp, the Gamalost (traditional Norwegian cheese) festival, Tour de Jotunheimen (cycle race), the Balejazz jazz festival, Kjeringi Open (triathlon), Blue Tunes beneath the Blue Ice (music festival), Fanaråken Opp (Fanaråken Uphill), Solstice bookfair, Molden Opp, Norsk Brefestival, Vidasete Opp, Esefjorden Rundt and plenty more.
Sognefjellsvegen – Jotunheimen National Park
About the areas
Leikanger municipality borders to Balestrand in the west and Sogndal in the east. With the highest average temperature in Norway and 1000 mm precipitation per year the area is ideal for fruit growing. There are more than 80.000 fruit trees in Leikanger. Here you will also find the beautiful waterfall Kvinnefossen, the 8 m high Balder Stone and the unique farm Henjatunet.
Vik Vik municipality is situated on the south side of Sognefjorden with the villages Fresvik, Feios, Vangsnes, and Arnafjord, along with Vik center. The statue of Fridtjov the Brave, set up by Emperor Wilhelm II is a landmark in Vik. In addition there are two beautiful churches, Hopperstad Stave Church and Hove Stone Church, and a boat- and motor museum.
The biggest selection of activities!
Høyanger
Glacier walking • Mountain walks • Kayaking on glacier lakes and fjords • Rafting • Summer skiing • Caving • Cycle trips • Boat trips • Climbing • Canyoning • Farm visits • Fishing • Ice climbing • Alpine skiing and much more.
The municipality of Høyanger is situated on both sides of the Sognefjord with good ferry connections across the fjord. The center of Høyanger is located on the north side where you will also find the towns of Kyrkjebø, Vadheim and Lavik. The villages Ikjefjord, Bjordal, Søreide and Ortnevik is situated on the south side of the fjord.
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Sognefjellsvegen / Skjolden - at the head of the Sognefjord
The Sognefjord has several distinctive fjord arms winding their way between steep mountains to end in small, picturesque villages. One of the most well known branches of the Sognefjord is the narrow Nærøyfjord, which is included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. You can choose between different boat trips to experience the beauty of the fjords all year round. Other tempting fjord activities are kayaking, fjord rafting, angling, rowing, swimming and much more. The Sogn Fjord Museum at Kaupanger tells the story of life beside the fjord, and the Sognefjord Aquarium gives you a picture of life in the fjord itself.
The Lusterfjord
Highlights Nærøyfjord - narrow and dramatic The Nærøyfjord is the narrowest, wildest and most famous of the fjord arms, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding mountains rise steeply to reach towering heights and create a unique magical atmosphere. A ferry trip on the Nærøyfjord, from Kaupanger to Gudvangen, will take you through some of the most spectacular scenery in Norway.
Lusterfjord - inland towards the Jotunheimen, Breheimen and Jostedalsbreen
The Sognefjord - and the beautiful fjord arms The more than 204 km long Sognefjord lies in the heart of 6
Fjord Norway, and is the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. At its deepest, the fjord plunges to more than 1,300 m and the mountains along the fjord rise to more than 1,700 m.
The landscape around the Lusterfjord is very picturesque, and many great artists have been inspired by the unique beauty of its scenery. The Lusterfjord extends all the way to the foot of the Jotunheimen and Breheimen mountains and the Jostedalsbreen glacier, and from Skjolden in the East to Solund in the West the Sognefjord measures an impressive 204 kilometres.
Fjærlandsfjord - inland towards the Jostedalsbreen Glacier This beautiful fjord arm extends almost all the way up to the glacier tongues that reach down to the village of Fjærland, and most of the year the fjord has a beautiful bright green colour because of the meltwater from the glaciers that flows into the fjord.
Finnafjord - roadless and exotic At the head of the distinctive Finnafjord, the mountains are steep and the scenery is spectacular. The famous cheese-maker Synnøve Finden was born and brought up beside this lovely fjord.
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Experience:
Foto: Frithjof Fure
Experience Coastal FjordNorway
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Booking: Charter & Turisme Tlf +47 51 86 87 00 •
[email protected]
www.norled.no
Cruise on the Lustrafjord
The Fjærlandsfjord, Norwegian Glacier Museum and Bøyabreen
Sogndal - Bergen city
Jostedalsbreen: Breheimsenteret, Nigardsbreen and
Island hopping in outer Sogn
The Glacier bus (JostedalsBrebussen) included glacier walks
Gaularfjellet - The waterfall path
Urnes Stave Church
RIB-boat trip to Finnafjord
Balestrand/Leikanger - Flåm
Roadless Farms (Vik - Ornevik)
For online booking and timetables etc.: www.fjord1.no, www.norled.no For charter boat trips and other boat trips: www.fjordcruise.no, www.chartercruise.no, www.torvis.no, www.discoversognefjord.com
Foto: Terje Rakke
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Tourist Routes • Lysefjord • Hardangerfjord • Sognefjord • Expressboat/Flaggruten, Stavanger - Bergen • Expressboat, Bergen - Nordfjord and Bergen – Flåm.
The Nærøyfjord (Kaupanger - Gudvangen) and the Flåm Railway
We also sell tickets for other ferries, boats and activities in the area.
Experience Lysefjord
Florø
Regular ferry services many times a day, all year round. The Mannheller - Fodnes ferry (the RV 5 road), for example, runs every 20 minutes during the day and hourly at night.
Selje
We offer you sightseeing along the whole coast of FjordNorway as well as in three of the major fjords. We also have charterboats available for groups
day excursions tickets
from the tourist information offices!
Experience Sognefjord
Foto: Samferdselsfoto
Experience Norway Fjordsightseeing
Purchase
Experience Hardangerfjord
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departures from: • Oslo • Lillehammer • Bergen • Førde nor-way.no
Great travel experiences
Photo: Terje Borud/www.visitnorway.com
Waterfalls There are several places in the Sognefjord region where you can see majestic waterfalls cascading down steep mountainsides, and some of these waterfalls are among Norway’s highest. When the snow thaws in May many of the waterfalls are so big that you can hear their mighty roar a long way off, and it is a refreshing experience on a hot summer’s day to get so close to one of the waterfalls that you can feel the spray of cool mountain water on your skin.
Cultural heritage
UNESCO World Heritage Urnes Stave Church
The oldest cultural relics from the Inner Sogn area – such as arrowheads and stone axes – date as far back as 7000 - 8000 BC. We have phallic stones from the Iron Age, and there are several rune stones from the Age of the Great Migrations from 400 to 600 AD. The area had an important role in the Viking Era and in the unification of Norway. When Harald Fairhair started the unification of Norway, he was already king of Sogn, which he ruled from his base at Husabø. The famous Balder Stone is also situated in this area. According to Fritjof’s Saga, the stone was erected in memory of the Viking King Fritjof the Bold. The cycle of poems about Fritjof attracted many artists and tourists to the area and, in 1913, the German Kaiser Wilhelm II had a huge statue of Fritjof built at Vangsnes. At Nornes in Sogndal, another memorial stone commemorates the important Battle of Fimreite (15 June 1184). The area has a rich cultural heritage from the medieval period following Christianisation, primarily the many stave churches. The oldest of them, the 12th century Urnes Stave Church, is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The area also boasts two fine medieval stone churches at Hove and Dale.
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The number of tourists in this area increased in the latter half of the 19th century. At Kroken in Luster, Gerhard Munthe created a meeting place where some of Norway’s most prominent national romantic painters liked to gather. There was also a lively artistic scene in Balestrand. Several artists settled there and built Swiss-style villas down by the shore. Balestrand is still the art village in Sogn. Mountaineers and adventurers were drawn to the breathtaking mountains. Most famous of them was William Cecil Slingsby from England. He was the first to reach the summit of Store Skagastølstind, in 1876. The growth of tourism led to many hotels being built. Some of them are still open, and they are an important part of our cultural heritage. The best known ones are Walaker, Mundal and Kviknes. The area can also boast some distinctive contemporary buildings, for example the Norwegian Glacier Museum and Breiheimsenteret Visitor Centre. Today, the Inner Sogn area has a vibrant cultural scene with many big festivals, concerts, open-air events and much more.
Highlights Feigumfossen, Kroken / Luster The 218 metre high Feigumfossen waterfall is in an idyllic setting on the southern side of the Lusterfjord. You can take the short walk in to the falls or admire the view of it from the National Tourist Route on the northern side of the fjord.
Kvinnafossen, Hella / Leikanger Kvinnafossen falls 120 metres and is situated right beside the main road between Leikanger and Hella. During the spring thaw, the spray from the waterfall reaches across the road. Feigumfossen
Drivandefossen, Mørkridsdalen / Luster Drivandefossen waterfall is found in beautiful and lush Mørkridsdalen in Skjolden, only a 15-20 minutes walk from the road. This is also the route to Åsetevatnet and the DNT-cabin at Fast.
Kvinnafossen
The Jostedalsbreen National Park - and the beautiful glacier arms At 500 square kilometres, Jostedalsbreen is the largest glacier in mainland Europe. This gigantic mass of ice covers mountain peaks and deep valleys in the National Park and its spectacular arms of blue ice extend down to the lush valleys near our fjords. Many people are amazed when they realise how accessible these glacier arms are, and discover that it can be almost as warm by the ice as it is down by the fjord. In Jostedalen, Fjærland and several other places, you can enjoy glacier walks, led by experienced guides who know the area like the palm of their hands. On the Nigardsbreen glacier in Jostedalen, daily family walks are among activities organised throughout the summer. Visit the national park centers Norwegian Glacier Museum and the Breheimsenteret (Jostedal Glacier Visitors Centre) to learn more about the Jostedalsbreen National Park.
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In 2008, Luster municipality with its tree national parks (Jotunheimen, Jostedalsbreen and Breheimen) was designated a national park municipality. This is a hallmark of significance and administrative areas granted this status encompass large and invaluable wilderness areas.
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The Breheimsenter National Park Center. Temporary services 2012. New center ready May 2013.
Nigardsbreen
Norwegian Glacier Museum, Fjærland
Highlights Transport to the Glacier
Nigardsbreen Glacier, Jostedal 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 six can join guides on glacier walks. Children above 6 years old can participate.
Flatbreen / Supphellebreen Glacier, Fjærland
JostedalsBrebussen – the Jostedalsbreen glacier bus
Breheimsenteret, Jostedal
The Flatbreen glacier can be seen from the fjord, and can be reached on foot. The beautiful walk up to the glacier and the Flatbrehytta cabin takes about 3 hours. Guided glacier walks on Flatbreen can be ordered. You can drive by car to Supphellebreen.
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Daily departures Sogndal - Nigardsbreen (Jostedal). Connections from Balestrand, Leikanger, Vik, Flåm, Lærdal, Årdal and other places. A great opportunity for glacier walking, kayaking, canyoning, rafting or just admire the glacier and visit the Breheimsenteret. Return tickets (including glacier walk, glacier museum and bus) are on sale at the tourist information offices.
Brebåten - the glacier boat, Jostedal • •
Bergsetbreen Glacier, Jostedal The spectacular Bergset glacier, only an hour’s easy walk from the road, is one of the most beautiful and impressing glacier arms.
Season: Daily from approx 10 June – 1 Sept (usually 10 – 18) Provides a daytime shuttle service in the summer season between the car park at Nigardsbrevatnet lake and the Nigardsbreen glacier.
Brebussen – the glacier bus, Fjærland • • • •
Austerdalsbreen Glacier, Veitastrond “The finest ice scenery in Europe”, said the English mountaineer W.C. Slingsby about Austerdalsbreen and the three ice falls called Loke, Odin and Tor.
Bøyabreen Glacier, Fjærland You can see the Bøyabreen at quite close range from the main road in Fjærland, or admire it from the Brævasshytta restaurant, even closer to the ice.
Daily service starting from the ferry landing in Fjærland and going via the Norwegian Glacier Museum to the Bøyabreen and Supphellebreen glaciers, with connections from Sogndal, Flåm, Balestrand and other places in the summer season. A great opportunity to see the glacier and visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum etc. Return tickets (including the boat trip, bus and glacier museum) are on sale at the tourist information offices. Season: 1 May - 30 Sept Nigardsbreen
Guided glacier walks If you join a guided glacier walk you can visit several other beautiful glacier arms, both in Jotunheimen and in Jostedalen (for instance the Austdalsbreen and the Tunsbergsdalsbreen). For guided glacier walks and other other activities, see page 28.
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Be aware that the glacial ice is always in motion and blocks of ice can break off from the glacier front. Never hike on the glacier without a local guide or venture past the barriers that have been erected. Nigardsbreen
Turtagrø, Hurrungane / Jotunheimen
mecca for climbers and other mountain sports enthusiasts, with more than 20 peaks above 2,000 metres. Turtagrø in Luster, at the foot of the Hurrungane range, with its long history of climbing, is sometimes called the “cradle of mountaineering”. Mountain guides offer climbing expeditions in the peaks, guided glacier walks and other activities. Around Easter, long stakes are driven into the snow along several of the tracks in Jotunheimen, Breheimen and other mountainous areas to help skiers find their way more easily. At the Sognefjellet Summer Ski Centre you can enjoy cross-country skiing on prepared tracks in the summer.
Breheimen National Park Breheimen is the mountain area between the two national parks of Jotunheimen and Jostedalsbreen. The walk through the Mørkridsdalen valley is regarded as one of the most beautiful in Norway, and the Norwegian Trekking Association has voted it the walk with the richest flora. There are many summer pasture farms and large fishing lakes in the area, which are used extensively by both the locals and visitors.
The Jotunheimen National Park - and other beautiful mountain areas Jotunheimen National Park – the highest mountains in Norway The whole of the Jotunheimen National Park consists of high mountains and glaciers, and it is here that you find Norway’s highest mountains. The three highest peaks are Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m), Glittertind (2,465 m) and Store Skagastølstind (2,405 m). A drive along the national tourist road over the Sognefjell mountain between Lom in the East and Luster in the West gives you a close up view of Store Skagastølstind (Storen) and many other impressive peaks. In the summer season there is a bus service twice a day across the Sognefjell Road from Otta to Sogndal with correspondence from Oslo and Trondheim.
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Stølsheimen The Stølsheimen landscape preservation area is a mountain area with many summer pasture farms in hilly terrain bordering on a spectacular fjord landscape. Within the protected area you will also find the roadless and exotic Finnafjord in the municipality of Vik.
Saurdalen, Balestrand
Jostedalsbreen National Park – the largest glacier Almost half of the Jostedalsbreen National Park is covered by the Jostedalsbreen glacier, which is the largest glacier in mainland Europe. For more information, see special chapter, page 12. There are plenty of other attractive mountain areas around the fjord. Contact the tourist information offices for more information.
Winter in Turtagrø / Jotunheimen
For guided walks, climbing and other activities see page 28.
Scenic mountain passes The Sognefjord is surrounded by spectacular steep mountains. You can drive through the mountain areas on scenic mountain routes and go hiking, climbing, summer skiing and fishing, or just sit back and relax while enjoying the fresh air and the stunning scenery.
Sognefjellsvegen - The National Tourist Route Route 55 across the Sognefjell mountain area between Luster and Lom is the highest and most impressive mountain pass in Northern Europe (highest point 1430 meters), and it has been awarded the status of National Tourist Route because of the spectacular and wild mountain scenery it passes through in the Jotunheimen National Park.
Gaularfjellsvegen (Rv13) The Gaularfjellet mountains lie to the north of Balestrand, and the road between Dragsvik and Moskog (near Førde) passes through them. On the Balestrand side, the road twists and turns through nine hairpin bends. There are many beautiful rivers and waterfalls along the route. At the top there is a magnificent view.
Vikafjellsvegen (Rv13) The road through the mountain area between Vik and Vinje/Voss (route 13) provides an ideal base for hikes in both the Vikafjellet and the Stølsheimen mountains, where there are many old summer pasture farms set in hilly terrain. All of the old mountain pasture farms are characteristic for Stølsheimen.
Other mountain passes A nice road to include in your round trip is the Tindevegen (peak’s road), which during the summer joins up the town of Sognefjellet Årdal with the Sognefjellet National tourist route. This rather narrow and winding toll road is not suitable for large buses. The mountain road between Aurland and Lærdal (Fv 243) can be included in a round trip to (for example) the Nærøyfjord and the Flåm Railway.
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Most roads are open all year, but some are closed during the winter months. For information about current road conditions, please call (+47) 815 48 991 (hold for information in English). For information on bus services across the mountains, please call (+47) 57 65 95 12 or visit www.fjord1.no
Walking and climbing The Jotunheimen National Park, the Jostedalsbreen National Park, the Breheimen National Park and Stølsheimen mountains are the most popular areas for mountain walking around the Sognefjord, although every village along the fjord also has great walks to choose from. You can ramble beside the fjord, follow culture trails and historical roads or head for the mountains and enjoy unique views of the fjord, mountains and glaciers. Many places also offer guided treks, walks, glacier walking and climbing (see page 28).
Large network of paths and mountain cabins
Vikafjellet
The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) has many waymarked trails and welcoming staffed lodges and cabins in the mountains around the fjord, and Luster is the municipality in Norway with most DNT cabins. The standard ranges from rather luxurious staffed lodges that serve meals to simple selfservice cabins. You can walk from cabin to cabin or use the cabins as a base for day hikes in the mountains.
Seasons and weather The Sognefjord is a great area for outdoor pursuits all year round, but July, August and September are the very best months for walking in the mountains. Remember that the weather changes faster in the mountains than in the lowlands and that you may be surprised by sudden storms and mist.
Equipment and information Prepare for all kinds of weather when you set off on a long walk. Equip yourself with a map and compass/GPS, waterproof clothing etc. Topographic walking maps are on sale in bookshops and tourist information offices in the area. The tourist information offices can also give you local information about good hikes that are not to be missed! Find more information at www.sognefjord.no, www.turistforeningen.no and www.ut.no
Molden, Hafslo
Fuglesteg (DNT-cabin)
Mountain walk suggestions Mountain walk Place
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Total walking time
Level of difficulty
Krundalen/ 2-3 h Easy Jostedalen
Highlights
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Bergsetbreen
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Fuglesteg Fortun 3 h Easy / medium
Lovely stone building and view of Skjolden and the fjord
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Austerdalsbreen
”The finest ice scenery in Europe”, (W.C. Slingsby)
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Raudmelen Balestrand - Centre 6h Strenuous
Panorama view over the Sognefjord (0-978 m.a.s.l.)
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Viasethovden
Garden Lunde/ Feios (VIk)
4-6 h
Medium
High above the Sognefjord
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Molden
Mollandsmarki/ Hafslo
3 h
Medium
Lovely fjord view
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Storehaugen
Sogndal 3-4 h Medium Airport Haukåsen
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The Waterfall Path Balestrand 3-4 h Easy - Medium – Gaular Mountain
Along the way you will see 14 waterfalls and seven lakes
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Nuken
Sogndal 5-6 h Medium centre
Popular walk. Views of summer pasture farms and villages
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Flatbreen
Supphelledalen/ Fjærland
Great view of glacier and fjord
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Fannaråken Turtagrø / Jotunheimen 6 h Strenuous
Peak in Jotunheimen, Alpine landscape, wonderful view 21
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Saurdal valley Balestrand – Saurdalen 3-4 h Easy / medium
Easy and accessible area with many alternatively routes
Tungestølen/ 3 h Easy Veitastrond
5h
Strenuous
Buy maps and tour descriptions at the tourist offices. For cabin-to-cabin trips, find out more at www.turistforeningen.no
Glacier view, one of Norway’s loveliest walks for families
Great view to Sogndal and the fjord
Events 2012
Events 2012
Events 2013: see www.sognefjord.no
Here is a list of events registered at the time of going to print. A complete list of events is available on our web site www.sognefjord.no or you can contact one of our tourist information offices for further information.
August
April 1.
Palm Sunday Jazz
Turtagrø
5. - 8.
Yoga course at Turtagrø hotel
Turtagrø
21.
Randonee Competition
Turtagrø
28. - 29.
Opening weekend, Norwegian Book Town
Fjærland
May
1.
Esefjorden Race
Balestrand
3. - 6.
High Camp, outdoor festival
Turtagrø
12.
NERK challenge
Sogndal
12. - 13. Balejazz
Balestrand
25. - 27. Cultural Days
Skjolden
25. - 28. Gamalostfestivalen, old cheese,
food & music festival
4.
Mensen Ernst memorial run
Fresvik/Vik
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Buff Fanaråken uphill
Fanaråken
18. - 19.
Sogn Folk Music Festival
Gaupne
19.
The Sognefjellet March
Sognefjellet
Vik
September
June
7. - 9.
Turtagrø Mountain Film Festival
Turtagrø
4. - 10.
The Lustramarknaden fair
Gaupne
21. - 22.
Blåe tonar under breen, musical weekend (Blue tunes beneath the blue ice)
Jostedal
9.
Gøyanger, sports festival
Høyanger
22. - 23.
End of season event in the Norwegian Book Town
Fjærland
14. - 17.
Norwegian Glacier Festival
Jostedal
16.
Molden Uphill
Marifjøra
October
20- 24.
Midsummer Opera by the Sognefjord
Balestrand
19. - 21.
23.
Solstice Book Fair in the Norwegian Book Town
Fjærland
24.6 - 1.7
Yoga course at Turtagrø hotel
Turtagrø
29.6 - 1.7
Sognefjord Lerum Cup, football tournament
Sogndal/Luster
30.
Jazz by the foot of unique mountains
Turtagrø
6.
Tour de Jotunheimen, cycle race
Lærdal/Lom/Luster/Sogndal
7.
Sognefjellsrittet, cycle race
Lom/Luster/Sogndal
7.
Sognefjordrittet, cycle race
Skjolden/Sogndal
8.
Vidasete Uphill
Feios/Vik
20.
Rockabillyshow at Beim Farm
Hafslo
27. - 29.
Finnafjorden Blues
Vik
July
Norsk Drikke, Norwegian beverage festival
Balestrand
Other events lists Football matches in Sogndal, Fosshaugane Campus www.sogndalfotball.no Cinema, concerts and theatre in Sogndal, Sogndal Culture Centre www.sogndal.kulturhus.no Concerts at Meieriet in Sogndal www.meieriet.no * In addition there are plenty of local events in the Sognefjord area, for example in connection with 17th May (Norwegian Constitution Day), Midsummer’s Day, St Olaf’s day etc. Contact the local tourist office for more information about these events, and see www.sognefjord.no.
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Product: Stavechurch
Product: Museum
Hopperstad Stave Church
De Heibergske Samlinger – Sogn Folkmuseum
Place: Vik i Sogn Map ref.: C3 Fortidsminneforeninga Tel: (+47) 57 67 88 40 www.stavechurch.com Season: Medio May - medio Sept
Dates from the first half of the 12th century and is one of our oldest stave churches. This is a popular tourist attraction, with its characteristic appearance of timber upon timber several storeys high. The richly carved western portal is believed to be one of the oldest Romanesque portals in the country. The 14th century altar canopy is the only one of its kind in Norway. Product:
Akvarium
Photo: Jiri Havran
Sognefjord Aqvarium
Attractions The wonderful Sognefjord landscape, with its cascading waterfalls, blue glaciers, fertile valleys, narrow fjord arms, massive mountain ranges and idyllic villages has been a magnet for explorers, mountaineers and artists for more than 150 years. It has an abundance of interesting culture and is home to many national cultural treasures. Vibrant communities offer genuine cultural experiences, unique visitor centres, museums, art galleries, stave churches and historical sites. Urnes Stave Church, the oldest stave church in Norway, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Product:
Glacier museum Breheimsenteret Place: Jostedal Map ref.: A4 Tel: (+47) 57 68 32 50 www.jostedal.com Season: 1 May - 30 Sept
Breheimsenteret is a National Park Visitor’s centre for the Jostedalsbreen Glacier National Park. The center burned down in July 2011, but will be rebuilt before the 2013 summer season. For 2012, temporary solutions will be in place with activity bookings, lunch restaurant, tourist information and other services.
Product: Glacier
museum
Place: Balestrand Map ref.: C4 Tel: (+47) 57 69 13 03 www.kringsja.no/akvarium.html Season: May - Sept
A fjord centre situated in the centre of Balestrand and devoted to information about the Sognefjord. Here, you can study more than 100 different species from the fjord and study models and exhibitions. Film to the accompaniment of local folk music. Fishing activities, rowing boats and canoes. Gallery. Quayside restaurant.
Product: Cider
Cellar
This is one of the oldest and biggest folk museums in Norway. It consists of a large open-air museum with a working farm and extensive exhibitions. Sogn Fjord Museum is the branch of the museum devoted to fjord culture. Admission is free. The museum, which is open in June, July and August, includes a unique collection of boats from Sogn. Product: Secondhand books
The Norwegian Book town Place: Fjærland Map ref.: B3 Tel: (+47) 57 69 22 10 www.bokbyen.no Season: May - Sept
The Norwegian Book Town in Fjærland has more then 250,000 second-hand books in several different languages. Old byres and boathouses have been converted into bookshops. Some of the bookshops also double as small cafés and art galleries, or handicraft outlets.
Product:
Farm visit
Norwegian Glacier Museum
Ciderhuset
Anestølen
Place: Fjærland Map ref.: B3 Tel: (+47) 57 69 32 88 www.bre.museum.no Season: April - Oct (Nov - Mars: reservation required)
Place: Balestrand Map ref.: C3 Tel:(+47) 90 83 56 73 www.ciderhuset.no Season: Summer restaurant and all year for groups on request
Place: Anestølen / Sogndal Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 95 96 56 16 Season: 20 June - 20 Aug Tuesday and Wednesday
A hands-on museum about ice, glaciers, landscape and climate. Do your your own experiments with 1000-year old ice from the Jostedalsbreen glacier. Don’t miss the breathtaking panoramafilm from the glacier. Travel through time and experience our planet from her birth, warm periods, ice ages, before you walk into the future.
The Cider House is situated in an organic orchard with more than 100 fruit varieties. Cider cellar with our own sparkling apple cider, still cider and fruit wines. Cider tasting and interpretation. Gregorian song in the cider crypt. Summer restaurant with an a la carte menu from local produce. Food souvenirs like homemade jam, canned fruit, honey and our local Balholm juice. Guided walk from the village centre for groups on request.
Product: Stavechurch
Product: Stavechurch
Product:
Urnes Stave Church
Kaupanger Stave Church
Place: Urnes Map ref.: B4 Fortidsminneforeninga Tel: (+47) 57 67 88 40 www.stavechurch.com Season: May - Sept
Place: Kaupanger Map ref.: C4 Fortidsminneforeninga Tel: (+47) 57 67 88 40 www.stavechurch.com Season: June - Aug
Gallery Walaker 300 Walaker Hotel
The oldest stave church in the country (1132) and the only stave church to be included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The church contains ornaments dating from the 1060s and is unusually ornately decorated. It stands in a beautiful situation on the southern shore of the Lustrafjord. The area also contains the oldest traces of church building in Norway.
Place: Kaupanger Map ref.: C4 Tel: (+47) 57 67 82 06 www.dhs.museum.no Season: May - Sept
The biggest stave church in Sogn (c. 1150), it has been in continuous use as a parish church for more than 850 years. Its medieval design has been preserved, and the body of the church is supported by 22 staves, the largest number of staves found in any stave church. Most of the interior dates from the 17th century.
Gallery
Place: Solvorn Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 57 68 20 80 www.walaker.com Season: April - Sept
The building as is stands today was built in 1883 using materials from the old timber-built church in Solvorn, which was constructed in approximately 1600. The old building, well worthy of preservation, has housed exhibitions of works by both local and national artists.
Goat farm with approx 600 goats. The hosts are demonstrating milking and how to make cheese, and you can also taste fresh made goat cheese here. They are serving traditional Norwegian food, and sell brown goat cheese and local made souvenirs. The area around the goat farm is perfect for family walks.
Product: Sculpture
Jonsok Place: Skjolden Map ref.: B5 Season: all year
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In Skjolden you can find the new sculpture “Jonsok” by Kati Casida. The aluminium sculpture is symbolising a midsummer night’s bon fire. Kati Casida is an American artist with roots in the Sognefjord and Luster area.
Product: Museum
Produkt: Powerstation
Satfhuset, “The Juice House”
Jostedal Kraftverk Place: Jostedal Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 57 68 92 00 www.statkraft.com Season: approx. 20 June 20 Aug
Place: Sørheim Map ref.: B5 Tel: (+47) 90 13 73 02 www.lerum.no Season: May – Sept
In 1909, Kari and Nils H. Lerum started juice-production at Sørheim, between Skjolden and Urnes. They built a small factory, the so called «Safthuset» (the juice house), and started production on an industrial scale. Lerum is today Norway’s leading jam and juice producing company. Guided tour for groups. NOK 40 pr person.
The power station in Jostedal will be open for tourists from the 20th of June to the 20th of August. We offer guided tours Monday to Friday at 10.00, 12.00 and 14.00. You have to meet at the guide’s office outside the entrance for further information.
Product: Church
Product: Church
Hove Stone Church
Gaupne Old Church
Place: Vik i Sogn Map ref.: C3 Fortidsminneforeninga Tel: (+47) 57 67 88 40 www.stavechurch.com Season: Medio June - medio Aug
Place: Gaupne Map ref.: B4 Fortidsminneforeninga Tel: (+47) 57 67 88 40 www.stavechurch.com Season: July
Dating from c. 1170. Rich grave finds from Roman times indicate that Hove was an early chieftain’s residence. In the 1880s, the church was bought and restored by architect Blix, who saved it from demolition. The church’s medieval interior is beautiful and richly decorated. Architect Blix was buried under the floor of the church.
Gaupne old church, which dates from 1647, contains several traces of the older stave church, including planks from the portal with dragon carvings dating from the 12th century. The interior testifies to a great love of painting, and it is rich in detail and old fixtures and fittings.
Other attractions (For natural/wildlife attractions, please look at page 6-21) Product Company Map ref. Church Kvamsøy kyrkje C3 Stedje kyrkje C4 Gallery/exhibitions Tørvis Bre-, Ski- og Fjordhotell B4 Haukaas Emaljeverksted C3 Bryggehuset B5 Turtagrø hotell B5 Gaupne Hotell B4 Balestrand Art Village C3 Historical sites Vikøyri strandsitjarstad C3 Borgstova C3 Wittgenstein Memorial B5 Battle of Fimreite Memorial C4 Henrik Angell - Memorial B4 Moahaugane, Burial mounds C3 The Rune stone from 1100 C4 Museum Sogn Fjordmuseum C4 Munthehuset B4 Norsk Reiselivsmuseum C3 Hoyanger Industrimuseum C2 Massnes Wildlife Museum C1 Kristianhus boat- and engine museum C3 Statue Kong Bele statue C3 Baldersteinen C3 Gjest Baardsen statue C4 Fridtjov den Frøkne C3
Place Balestrand Sogndal Marifjøra Balestrand Skjolden Turtagrø Gaupne Balestrand Vik Vik Skjolden Nornes Luster Vik Sogndal Kaupanger Kroken/Luster Balestrand Høyanger Bjordal Vik Balestrand Leikanger Sogndal Vangsnes
Tel Web 57 69 15 48 (on req.) 57 67 99 85 www.sogndal.kyrkja.no 57 68 35 00 www.torvis.no 57 69 14 19 www.solveighaukaas.no 57 20 30 30 www.skjolden-brygge.no 57 68 08 00 www.turtagro.no 99 20 61 10 57 69 12 55 www.visitbalestrand.no 57 69 56 86 57 69 65 50 97 65 51 47 www.skjolden.com 97 60 04 43 www.sognefjord.no 97 60 04 43 www.sognefjord.no 57 69 56 86 57 67 83 26 57 68 35 00 57 69 14 57 57 71 15 14 57 71 05 46 57 69 56 86
www.dhs.museum.no www.munthehuset.no www.visithoyanger.no www.visithoyanger.no
57 69 56 86
Product: Church
The English Church Place: Balestrand Map ref.: B5 www.visitbalestrand.no Season: May - Sept
Gamalost - Cheese of the Viking Age
The English church, which was built in 1897, is a copy of the old stave churches. It is under the authority of the Archbishop of Gibraltar. In summer, Anglican mass is held here by English vicars.
Product: Church
Dale Stone Church Place: Luster Map ref.: C3 www.sognefjord.no Season: June - Aug
In the village of Luster there is a distinctive stone church built around 1200. The architecture is Gothic and the church contains frescoes dating from the 15th century. Open to visitors.
A centuries old cultural treasure, rooted back to the age of the Vikings, is produced by TINE Meieriet Vik on the banks of Norway’s largest fjord. The dairy in Vik has its own cheese bar, offering a diverse selection of cheese and drink*. *The cheese bar is fully licensed.
-your local bank in Luster 27 www.luster-sparebank.no
VIK
6868 Gaupne • Tel. 57 68 27 00
Product: Kayaktrip
on
Product: Farm
Eide Gard
Fjord Seal
Place: Skjolden Map ref.: B5 Tel: (+47) 95 10 96 43 www.eidebesoksgard.no Season: May - Sept
Place: Marifjøra Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 95 77 41 96 www.fjordseal.com Season: May - Sept
The trip is about 4 hours and is designed for the whole family. After instructions we paddle towards Solvorn. En route we will visit a colony of seals and have a lunch break. Bring your own food, drinks and extra clothes/towels, and don't forget your camera-you will have four exciting hours- guaranteed! The tour is designed for people of any ability. Children 7-14 years are required to paddle in a tandem with an adult. Product: Heritage
Guided
activities
The Sognefjord landscape is full of contrasts, making it an ideal place to enjoy breathtaking nature experiences and invigorating activities. There are few places in the world that can offer such a large selection of activities in such a small area! Regardless of whether you are looking for relaxation or physical challenges, you are sure to find an activity that will bring you into close contact with nature. Expert guides lead organised activities that are adapted to suit all age groups.
Glacier walks The Jostedalen Ice Cap is the largest european mainland glacier. In the Sognefjord region, you can go on guided glacier hikes in the Jostedalen Valley, Fjærland, Jotunheimen and other areas. The guides know the glaciers well - and will guide you safely through the exciting, blue and icy world of the glacier.
walk
Place: Balestrand Map ref.: C3 Tel : (+47) 57 69 12 55 www.visitbalestrand.no Season: May - Sept
Guided walks around the village and its cultural heritage. A thorough explanation and description of what you see along the route. The walk can be concluded with a visit to Sognefjord aquarium. The tourist information office has brochures that describe the route.
Guided walks from the centre of Balestrand on nature trails with a lot to offer in terms of experiences. Ideal for families. A map and information available at the tourist information office.
Product: Mountain climbing
Product: River Canyoning
Jostedalen Breførarlag
Leirdalen Bre og Juv
Place: Nigardsbreen, Jostedal Map ref.: A4 Tel: (+47) 57 68 31 11 www.bfl.no Season: May - Sept
Place: Leirdalen Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 47 02 78 78 www.breogjuv.no Season: June - Sept
Equipped with wet suit, life coat and helmet we are swimming in the river, and doing easy climbing up waterfalls and cliffs. We are sliding down waterfalls, and jumping from cliffs. Everybody can decide the size of their own challenge. We can guarantee it`s wet and funny!
Product: Activity
Leirdalen Bre og Juv
Place: Smørstabbreen, Sognefjellet, Jotunheimen, Austerdalsbreen Map ref.: A4 Tel: (+47) 92 05 40 57 www.norgesguidene.no Season: May – Sept
Place: Skjolden Map ref.: B5 Tel: (+47) 97 65 51 47 / (+47) 92 61 21 13 www.skjolden.com Season: all year
A blue ice walk in the middle of the high mountains of Norway where you will get a spectacular view of the western part of Jotunheimen and Hurrungane. On the glacier we do a tour through a landscape of crevasses and blue ice towers. This is a nice all-day hike where the guide will tell you something about flora, geology and glaciers.
walks
Place: Balestrand Map ref.: C3 Tel : (+47) 57 69 12 55 www.visitbalestrand.no Season: May - Sept
Product: Guided glacier walks Norgesguidene AS
Glacier walk on the Tunsbergdal glacier, the longest glacier arm in Norway. In small groups we travel by RIB boat into the Jostedal Glacier National Park. In easy walking terrain we walk to the glacier. We explore the blueice world, it`s crevasses and high ice-towers. Before we return, we enjoy lunch at a traditional Norwegian tipi.
Product: Nature
Balestrandguidane
Product: Guided glacier walks Place: Leirdalen Map ref.: B4 Tel: (+47) 47 02 78 78 www.breogjuv.no Season: June - Sept
Eide farm has a unique history you can learn about. You can see different kinds of farm animals along nice pathways. Our cozy farm café offers good food, and you can enjoy the idyllic surroundings. Eide is a place for the whole family. Welcome!
Balestrandguidane
Product: Guided glacier walks
The experienced glacier guides at Nigardsbreen offer a wide range of well-organised glacier hikes on the blue ice, both for children as young as 6 years old and for those who are looking for something more challenging. Daily tours from may to september. Buy tickets at Breheimsenteret glacier museum, Jostedalen.
visit
the Lusterfjord
Norgesguidene AS Place: Hurrungane, Sognefjellet, Jotunheimen Map ref.: A4 Tel: (+47) 92 05 40 57 www.norgesguidene.no Season: June – Sept
Spectacular all-day climbs with guide to legendary peaks that need climbing to reach the top. This gives you the opportunity to get to Store Skagastølstind, Store Austabotntind, Skeia and other climber’s mountains in Jotunheimen and Hurrungane. Norgesguidene has all necessary climbing equipment.
centre
Fjordstova
Fjordstova is located idyllically down by the fjord, in Skjolden, innermost in the Sognefjord. In the Fjordstova you will find : tourist information, café, handicraft shop, public library, conference auditorium, gym, a 12 m. high climbing wall, swimming pool, sauna and shooting range.
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Nordic Walking
Other guided activities Activity
Place
Tel
Web
Activity
Company
Place
Tel
Web
Tørvis Bre-, Ski- og Fjordhotell
B4
Marifjøra
57 68 35 00
www.torvis.no
Avalanche course
Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Hunting
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Ice cave trips
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Ice climbing
Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Boat trips
Norway Fjord Cruise
C3
Leikanger
57 65 69 99
www.fjordcruise.com
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Jostedalen Breførarlag
A4
Jostedal
57 68 31 11
www.bfl.no
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
B3
Fjærland
92 85 46 74
Målsnes Fjordopplevingar
C3
Balestrand
47 85 53 23
www.facebook.com/malsnes.fjord
Tørvis Bre-, Ski- og Fjordhotell
B4
Marifjøra
57 68 35 00
www.torvis.no
Norgesguidene AS
Charter Cruise
C3
Vik
57 69 65 55
www.chartercruise.no
Kayak
Fjærland kayak & glacier
Norled
C4
Sogndal
51 86 87 00
www.norled.no
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
Skjolden Llamas
B5
Skjolden
97 42 53 69
www.skjoldenllamas.net
www.norgesguidene.no www.kayakglacier.no
Fjord1
C4
Sogndal
55 90 70 70
www.fjord1.no
Lama walks
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
Mountain climbing Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Cave trips
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Climbing Park
Trollsteinen
B5
Fortun
95 07 69 00
www.fortunsdalen.no
Rafting
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
RIB trips on fjord
Charter Cruise
C3
Vik
57 69 65 55
www.chartercruise.no
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Company
Farm visit
Anestølen
B4
Sogndal
95 96 56 16
Bjørk Gard
A5
Fortun
57 68 62 64
www.bjork-gard.no
River fishing
Vik Jakt- og fiskelag
C3
Vik
57 69 75 10
www.vik-jfl.no
Ciderhuset
C3
Balestrand
90 83 56 73
www.ciderhuset.no
Rock climbing
Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Henjatunet
C3
Leikanger
57 65 40 14
www.henjatunet.no
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Skjolden Llamas
B5
Skjolden
97 42 53 69
www.skjoldenllamas.net
Naustvoll Gard
C3
Kvamsøy
99 22 72 40
www.naustvollgard.no
Skiing course
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Urnes Gard & Hjortefarm
B4
Urnes
90 60 02 18
www.urnes.no
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Nesøyane gjestegard
B4
Veitastrond
57 68 78 19
www.nesoyane.com
Skiing trips
Balestrandguidane
C3
Balestrand
57 69 12 55
www.visitbalestrand.no
Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Fishing trips
Norway Fjord Cruise
C3
Leikanger
57 65 69 99
www.fjordcruise.com
Charter Cruise
C3
Vik
57 69 65 55
www.chartercruise.no
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Målsnes Fjordopplevingar
C3
Balestrand
47 85 53 23
www.facebook.com/malsnes.fjord
Jostedalen Breførarlag
A4
Jostedal
57 68 31 11
www.bfl.no
Glacier walks
Breogfjell
C4
Sogndal
41 14 60 70
www.breogfjell.no
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Fjærland kayak & glacier
B3
Fjærland
92 85 46 74
www.kayakglacier.no
Snowshoe trip
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
Balestrandguidane
C3
Balestrand
57 69 12 55
www.visitbalestrand.no
Heritage-,
Gamle strandsitjarstad Vikøyri
C3
Vik
57 69 56 86
www.sognefjord.no/vik
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
Cultural walk
Knaken
C4
Kaupanger
48 00 48 17
www.knaken.no
SPA
BesteBakken
B4
Hafslo
90 16 84 49
www.bestebakken.no
Sognefjellet Sommarskisenter
A6
Sognefjellet
www.skjolden.com/sommarski
Vik Skisenter/Vik Turistinformasjon C3
Vik
www.vikskisenter.no
Ciderhuset
C3
Balestrand
90 83 56 73
www.ciderhuset.no
Summer skiing
Hiking trip/
Ice Troll
A4
Jostedal
97 01 43 70
www.icetroll.com
Summit trip
Fimbul Jostedal
A4
Jostedal
99 45 09 21
www.fimbuljostedal.no
Jostedalen Breførarlag
A4
Jostedal
57 68 31 11
www.bfl.no
Nes Gard
B4
Høyheimsvik
95 23 26 94
www.nesgard.no
Norgesguidene AS
A4
Jostedal
92 05 40 57
www.norgesguidene.no
Nørdstedalseter turisthytter
A5
Fortun
95 07 63 82
www.nordstedalseter.no
57 69 56 86
Many of the companies also offers trips over 2-3 days (e.g. a combination of kayak- and mountain trips, kayak- and glacier walks etc.)
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VISIT THE STAVE CHURCHES
www.allegro.no · Photo: VisitFlåm/M. Rakke, H. Valderhaug
NORWAY’S UNIQUE CULTURAL HERITAGE
Borgund Stave Church ca 1180 and Visitor Centre
Hopperstad Stave Church ca 1130-1140
Urnes Stave Church ca 1132
Wild and dramatic nature - the world’s best reason to visit
Kaupanger Stave Church ca 1190 Knaken Café
Flåm Beautiful Flåm is an all year destination, situated in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the Sognefjord.
Hove Stone Church ca 1170
Experience the Flåm Railway, an incredible train journey between Flåm and the mountain station Myrdal on the Oslo-Bergen line. This 20 km stretch of railway has an amazing height difference of nearly 900 metres, and views that will take your breath away!
Gaupne Old Church ca 1647
Flåm is a junction that is easily accessible whether you are travelling by boat, train, bus or car. While in Flåm enjoy a cruise on the beautiful Nærøyfjord, a part of UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Welcome to Flåm!
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Fortidsminneforeninga Sogn og Fjordane avdeling
The Society for the Preservation of Norwegian Ancient Monuments Photos: Finn Loftesnes, Jiri Havran, Håkon Li. Design: cuatroelefantes.com
Vestreim NO-6854 Kaupanger Tlf. +47 57 67 88 40
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[email protected] www.flaamsbana.no
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Sognefjellet - Jotunheimen - paradise for outdoor enthusiasts!
Hurrungane, Jotunheimen
Great Outdoor Adventures
Sognefjellsvegen Route 55
Glacier walking • Hiking • Fishing• Mountain climbing • Cave excursions • Rafting • Cairn walking • Kayaking • Cross country skiing and much more
• The highest mountain pass in Northern Europe
Major Norwegian Attractions
• Norway’s first National Scenic Route • Voted one of the most beautiful bike rides in the world
Jotunheimen National Park- Norway’s highest mountains • Sognefjord - the longest fjord • Jostedalsbreen Glacier National Park • Urnes Stave Church UNESCO World Heritage • Breheimsenteret National Park Centre • Breheimen National Park • Galdhøpiggen – Norway’s highest mountain
(The Guardian, January -07)
Exciting Events Tour de Jotunheimen • High Camp • The Sognefjellet March • Fanaråken Uphill • The Sognefjellsrittet bike race • Tour de Sognefjord • Norwegian Glacier Festival and many more
Pleasant places to stay Almost 50 different enterprises offering accommodation in all price categories.
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Food adventures
Skjolden, Lusterfjord / Sognefjord
Along the National Tourist Route Sognefjellet there are many hidden culinary treasures. Food experiences related to activities, accommodation, farm restaurants, farm shops and local foodshopshas gradually become a part of the travel experience.
More information can be found here: Sogndal & Luster Tourist Office | Tel: +47 976 00 443 | www.sognefjord.no
Fortunselva
Norwegian fishing licence fee Before purchasing a permit for a lake or river containing salmon and sea trout, you have to pay the Norwegian fishing licence fee at a post office or at internet (www.inatur.no/fiskeravgift). Salmon are protected in some places, but you can nevertheless fish for sea trout in these lakes and rivers.
Season You can normally fish in the mountain lakes as soon as the ice on the lakes has melted in spring, and in most lakes and rivers containing salmon and sea trout the fishing season is from approx. 1 July to 15 September.
Fishing There is a great variety of lakes, streams and rivers in the Sognefjord region. Most of the lakes are in the mountains, and the region is therefore ideal for visitors who like to combine fishing and hiking. The mountain trout you can catch in these clear, freshwater lakes is considered a delicacy. There are several rivers along the fjord where you can fish for salmon or sea trout. The area has a long tradition of fishing, and salmon rivers have enjoyed high status among anglers for more than a century. Fishing in the fjord is free throughout the year, and you may catch sea trout, cod, haddock, whiting and more. There are some organised fishing trips you can join or you can rent a boat or fish from shore. Many accommodation sites along the fjord and lakes also have boats for their guests.
Fishing regulations Fishing rights in the Sognefjord area are administered by individual landowners or landowner associations. Fishing permits must therefore be obtained locally, and can usually be purchased at places like tourist information offices, hotels or campsites.
Fishing permits
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In most cases you can choose between permits valid for from one day up to a year. Prices differ from place to place, and the cost of a one-day permit starts at NOK 50,-. Children under the age of 16 can fish without a permit (from 1 January to 20 August) in lakes or rivers where there are no salmon or sea trout.
The Lusterfjord / The Sognefjord
Fishing in the fjord Although fishing in the fjord is free, remember not to fish closer than approx. 100 m from the mouth of a river containing protected salmon or sea trout, and note that special regulations apply to the use of fishing nets. Please contact the tourist information offices for more detailed information about guided fishing trips, local fishing regulations, permits, renting boats and fishing gear etc.
Climate/seasons A journey up the Sognefjord is a journey of changing climate. The inner reaches of the Sognefjord has a very good climate with stable winters and warm summers, which makes it particularly suited for growing fruit and berries here. Since the area lies on the border between Eastern and Western Norway, it has a combination of coastal and continental climate. The main tourist season is from mid-May to mid-September, but the fjord is beautiful an all seasons.
Spring Spring comes to the Sognefjord around Easter and the landscape is probably at its most beautiful in May - with full-flowing, cascading waterfalls, green hillsides and meadows, snowcapped mountains and exhilaratingly clear air. At the end of May the orchards around the villages are a sea of apple blossom. Conditions can vary from cool spring air to mild summer weather. Most mountain passes open again in May.
Summer Summer usually lasts from June until the end of August. Daytime temperatures can vary from 10 to 30 degrees Celsius, but you can normally expect between 15 and 25 degrees. Long, sunny days, light summer nights and fresh air all help to make the fruit and berries unusually good in this area. The area has most visitors during the last three weeks in July (the peak holiday season in Norway), and it is a good idea to book accommodation and activities for these weeks in advance.
Autumn In autumn, the Sognefjord takes on its mantle of lovely colours, first in the mountains and then down by the fjord. A lot of people consider this the best time for mountain walking. The snow has gone, the rivers are low and the ground is dry and firm underfoot in most places as you walk among the red, orange and yellow hues of the autumn heather and bushes. This is also the time to try the freshly picked plums, apples and pears, or maybe a little fresh squeezed juice, a delicious memory from Sogn.
Winter
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Light snowfalls are not unusual from the beginning of November, but the snow does not usually lie in the lowlands before December. The trees lose their leaves and the days are at their darkest until the snow paints the landscape white. The ski lifts and ski tows by the fjord usually open for the Christmas holidays and stay open until the end of the Easter holidays. January and February can be dry and cold, with temperatures sometimes falling to 10-15 degrees Celsius below zero.
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Photo:Marit Mauritzen
Photo:Trond J.Hansen
Where fjord meets glacier!
Easy car access to the glacier Fjærland is easily reached by car or bus on national road 5, or by boat or ferry from Balestrand and Hella. Hotel Mundal sits stately in Mundal, picturesque centre of Fjærland, along with Fjærland Fjordhotell, The Norwegian Booktown, Straumsvåg's second - hand bookshop, a grocery store, church, school and ferry quay. Over 3 miles of second - hand books for sale in Mundal.
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The green fjord ends by The Norwegian Glacier Centre and Bøyum Camping. The Glacier Centre offers surprising and engaging activities about glacier, landscape and climate. The camping ground also offers a ballpark and a sandvolleyball court.
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Welcome to Fjærland – heaven for hikers! Fjærland Tourist Office: (+47) 57693233 ·
[email protected] · www.fjaerland.org
Walaker Hotell, Solvorn
Accommodation We offer a wide range of accommodation in all price classes. You have a choice of apartments, cabins and holiday homes, campsites with chalets, youth hostels, guest-houses, tourist cabins, B&B, hotels, farm stays and other types of special accommodation. You also have the option of historical hotels, which are steeped in tradition and have their own special atmosphere. The tourist information offices and websites www.sognefjord.no can help you to find accommodation. If you are planning to visit the area in the high season (July/August) it is best to book in advance to make sure you get the type of accommodation you want.
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SOGNDAL Fjærland Alma Haugen Anders T. Mundal hytter Bøyum Camping Flatbrehytta Fjærland hytter Hotel Mundal Fjærland Fjordhotell
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57 69 32 43 57 69 32 58 57 69 32 52 57 69 32 29 48 00 85 46 57 69 31 01 57 67 57 57
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www.sognefjord.no www.sognefjord.no www.fjaerland.org/boyumcamping www.fjaerland.org/flatbrehytta www.fjaerlandhytter.no www.hotelmundal.no www.fjaerland.no
Kaupanger Amble Gård Havnebakken Feriehus Vesterland Resort Timberlids Hytter Alvheim skulestove Slinde Lunden Ferie Sogndal Hofslund Fjord Hotel Kjørnes Camping Lems Bungalows Litlabø Hytter Loftesnes Hytter Loftesnes Pensjonat Park Hotell Quality Hotel Sogndal Sogndal Vandrarheim Stedje Camping Svedal Hytter Ølnes Fjordhytter LEIKANGER Hella Fjordhytter Leikanger Fjord Hotel Sognefjord Hotell LUSTER Fortun Bjørk Gard Fortuna Kafé og Pensjonat Nørdstedalseter Turisthytte Turtagrø Hotel Gaupne Pluscamp Sandvik Gaupne Hotel Hafslo Beim Gard BesteBakken Eikum Hotel Gløtten Hytter Hafslo Hytteutleige Straumane Hafslo Gjestehus Hafslotun Kro & Hyttesenter Lyngmo Gjestehus og Camping Kvamshaugen Herberge og Hytter Tang Hyttegrend Høyheimsvik Luster Fjordhytter Nes Gard Gjestehus Viki Fjordcamping
41 24 53 51 91 75 10 16 57 62 71 00 95 84 26 61 97 03 08 28
www.amblegaard.no www.havnebakken.no www.vesterland.no www.timberlid.no www.sognefjord.no
95 00 50 10
www.lundenferie.no
57 62 76 00 57 67 45 80 91 14 62 72 90 78 82 20 95 20 65 74 57 67 15 77 57 62 84 00 57 62 77 00 57 62 75 75 90 07 10 12 98 00 67 80 98 01 03 79
www.hofslund-hotel.no www.kjornes.no www.lemsbungalows.com
[email protected] www.loftesneshytter.no www.sognefjord.no www.park-sogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.hihostels.no/sogndal www.scamping.no
[email protected] [email protected]
57 65 29 21 57 65 36 22 57 65 11 00
www.sognefjord.no www.leikanger-fjordhotel.no www.sognefjordhotel.no
41 33 83 86 57 68 61 51 95 07 63 82 57 68 08 00
www.bjork-gard.no www.sognefjord.no www.nordstedalseter.no www.turtagro.no
57 68 11 53 99 20 61 10
www.sandvikcamping.com
[email protected]
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www.beim-gard.no www.bestebakken.no www.eikum.no www.glottenhytter.no www.hafslohytteutleige.com www.hafslogjestehus.com www.hafslotun.no www.lyngmoinfo.com www.kvamshaugen.no www.tang-hyttegrend.no
57 68 65 00 95 23 26 94 57 68 64 20
www.luster-fjordhytter.com www.nesgard.no www.vikicamping.no
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Jostedalen Jostedal Hotell Jostedal Camping Nigardsbreen Camping Nigardsbreen Gjesteheim Luster Dalsøren Camping Sogn Fjordhytter Marifjøra Marifjøra Sjøbuer Tørvis Bre-, Ski- & Fjordhotel Ornes Urnes Gard og hjortefarm Skjolden Munthehuset (Kroken) Nymoen Leirplass Skjolden Brygge Skjolden Hotel Skjolden Vandrarheim Vassbakken Kro og Camping Solvorn Eplet Bed & Apple Walaker Hotell Veitastrond Nesøyane Gard
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VIK Vik i Sogn Ligtvor Gardsferie Dampen Pub & Bistro Tistel Camping Vik Camping Vik skisenter Hopstock Bed & breakfast Feios Alm Gard Fresvik Frøys Hus Vangsnes Djuvik Camping Fjellheim Camping
57 68 31 19 97 75 67 89 57 68 31 35 41 77 47 47
www.jostedalhotel.no www.jostedalcamping.no www.sognefjord.no www.nigardsbreen.com
57 68 54 36 93 83 25 53
www.dalsoren.com www.sognfjordhytter.no
48 14 43 09 57 68 35 00
www.rorbu.net www.torvis.no
90 76 82 84
www.urnes.no
57 68 35 00 57 68 66 03 61 31 53 53 57 68 23 80 57 68 61 88 57 68 61 88
www.munthehuset.no www.skjolden.com/nymoen www.skjolden-brygge.com www.skjolden.com/skjoldenhotel www.vassbakken.com www.vassbakken.com
41 64 94 69 57 68 20 80
www.eplet.net www.walaker.com
57 68 78 19
www.nesoyane.com
91 71 05 77 48 08 23 60 57 69 54 79 57 69 51 25 57 69 56 86 57 69 65 50
www.ligtvor.no
[email protected] [email protected] www.vikcamping.com www.vikskisenter.no
[email protected]
90 85 92 21
www.almgard.com
41 69 69 13
www.froyshus.no
57 69 67 33 57 69 67 32
www.djuvikcamping.no www.fjellheimcamping.no
Solvang Camping Hytter & Motel Tveit Camping Finnabotn Findebotten Gjestehus Arnafjord Arnafjord hytter Fresvik Feriehus Hatleli BALESTRAND Anders Tjugum Arild Ulvestad Fjordhytter Balestrand Feriehytter Balestrand Hotell Balestrand Vandrarheim Dragsvik Fjordhotel & Hytter Eitungjerde/von der Leyen hytter Esefjorden Camping Grønlund Hytter Kallestad Hytter Kringsjå Hotell Kviknes Hotel Menes Fjordhytter Midtnes Hotell Målsnes Hytter Sjøtun Camping Thue Romutleige Ulvestad Hytter og hus Veganeset Camping HØYANGER Alværa Misjonssenter Alværn Gard Falkenhytta Hellebø Hytter Høyanger Hotell Brekke Cabins Lavik Fjord Hotell Nesheim Camping og Hytter Båtutleige Norevikane Fagernes Hyttesenter Sognefjorden Rorbuer og Hyttesenter Stordalen Fjellstove Vadheim Hotell Øren Hotel
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57 69 66 20 91 14 18 79
www.solvangcamping.com www.tveitcamping.no
57 69 54 12
www.findebotten.no
90 59 35 86
www.arnafjord-hytter.no
98 80 67 98
[email protected]
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[email protected] [email protected] www.sognefjordhytter.no www.balestrand.com www.kringsja.no www.dragsvik.no
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.sognefjord.no www.kringsja.no www.kviknes.no www.menes.no www.midtnes.no www.sognefjord.no www.sjotun.com jwww.thuegaarden.no
[email protected] www.veganesetcamping.no
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www.alvera.no www.sognefjord.no www.siplo.no
[email protected] www.hoyangerhotell.no www.brekke.net www.lavikfjordhotell.no www.nesheim-camping.no www.norevikane.com www.sogn-rorbuer.no
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[email protected] www.orenhotel.no
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We ask everyone travelling with camper vans, RV`s and caravans to use our campsites for overnight accommodation. Country code for Norway : +47.
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Where to eat & drink Hotels not in this list may serve buffets in the evening. Some of the restaurants are only open in the summer season, please contact the tourist information offices or see www.sognefjord.no for more information.
Restaurants, a la carte Compagniet Restaurant Dr. Hagen Café og Bar La Pergola Kafè Timber Hotel Mundal Fjærland Fjordhotell Gekken`s Restaurant Kviknes Hotel og Balholm Bistro Ciderhuset Jostedal Hotell Turtagrø Hotel Walaker Hotell Gjestgivergården Eikum Hotel Café Herman Gaupne Hotel Tørvis Bre-, Ski- og Fjordhotell Øren hotel Lavik Fjord Hotell
Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Fjærland Fjærland Balestrand Balestrand Balestrand Jostedal Fortun Solvorn Hafslo Leikanger Gaupne Marifjøra Høyanger Lavik
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www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.vesterland.no www.hotelmundal.no www.fjaerland.no
[email protected] www.kviknes.no www.ciderhuset.no www.jostedalhotel.no www.turtagro.no www.walaker.com www.eikum.no www.cafeherman.no www.gaupnehotell.no www.torvis.no www.orenhotel.no www.lavikfjordhotell.no
90 16 84 49 57 68 43 66 57 65 40 14 90 83 56 73 57 68 35 00 57 69 65 55 41 69 69 13 57 68 08 00
www.bestebakken.no www.lyngmoinfo.com www.henjatunet.no www.ciderhuset.no www.torvis.no www.sognefjord.no/vik www.froyshus.no www.turtagro.no
Restaurant open on reservation BesteBakken Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping Henjatunet Ciderhuset Tørvis Bre-, Ski & Fjordhotell Borgstova Frøys Hus Turtagrø Hotel
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Hafslo Hafslo Leikanger Balestrand Marifjøra Vik i Sogn Fresvik/Vik Fortun
Café / Snack bars Onkel Mikkel - kafé på Hotel Mundal Kaffistova Fjærland Fjordhotell Café Sogningen Dolly Dimple Pizza, Sogningen Dr Hagen Café og Bar La Pergola
Fjærland Fjærland Fjærland Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal
57 69 31 01 57 69 22 10 57 67 57 57 57 62 99 90 04440 57 62 77 00 57 62 77 00
www.hotelmundal.no www.bokbyen.no www.fjaerland.no www.sogningen.no www.sogningen.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no
Konditoriet Latten Kaffibar Pizzabakeren Pluscamp Sandvik Pyramiden Storkiosk Pyramiden Senterkafé Gaupne Hotel Breheimsenteret Jostedal Hotell Bryggehuset Fjordstova Fortuna Kafe og Pensjonat Vassbakken Kro og Camping Eide Gard Brekkes kiosk Café "Hos Naboen" TINE Meieriet Vest Cheese Bar Vik Bil (Best) Cafe Fløyfisken, Sognefjord Akvarium Kafe Me Snakkast Knaken Kafé Sogn Folkemusem Lustrabui (Bakeri) Urnes Gard og hjortefarm Kafé Marifjøra Nørdstedalseter Turisthytte Nesøyane gjestegard vaffelcafé
Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Gaupne Gaupne Gaupne Gaupne Jostedal Jostedal Skjolden Skjolden Skjolden Skjolden Skjolden Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Balestrand Balestrand Kaupanger Kaupanger Luster Ornes Marifjøra Fortun Veitastrond
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www.sogningen.no www.pizzabakeren.no www.sandvikcamping.com www.pyramidensenter.no www.pyramidensenter.no www.gaupnehotell.no www.jostedal.com www.jostedalhotel.no www.skjolden-brygge.no www.skjolden.com/fjordstova www.vassbakken.com www.eidebesoksgard.no
[email protected] www.hosnaboen.biz www.vikbil.no www.kringsja.no www.detgyldnehus.no www.knaken.no www.dhs.museum.no www.lustrabui.no www.urnes.no www.torvis.no www.nordstedalseter.no www.nesoyane.com
Pub / Disco Dr Hagen Café og Bar Sogndal Keiserinnen Dancing Sogndal SOHO - diskotek Sogndal Jostedal Hotell Jostedal Kviknes Hotel Balestrand Sognefjord Hotel Leikanger Hotel Mundal Fjærland Fjærland Fjordhotell Fjærland Gaupne Hotel Gaupne Bryggehuset Skjolden Fia Pub/Fiinbeck Diskotek Høyanger
Country code for Norway : +47.
57 62 77 00 57 62 77 00 57 62 77 00 57 68 31 19 57 69 42 00 57 65 11 00 57 69 31 01 57 67 57 57 99 20 61 10 57 20 30 30 57 70 76 00
www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.qualityhotelsogndal.no www.jostedalhotel.no www.kviknes.no www.sognefjordhotel.no www.hotelmundal.no www.fjaerland.no www.gaupnehotell.no www.skjolden-brygge.no www.orenhotel.no
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www.gas ta.no
Walaker Hotell is situated on the waterfront, in the small village of Solvorn, offering a splendid view towards the Urnes Stave Church across the fjord. The hotel has a large, beautiful rose garden and 23 guest rooms with historical atmosphere. Good Norwegian cuisine.
Sogn og Fjordane
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Galleri Walaker 300 Art exhibits in our highly acclaimed gallery.
We can offer frequent flights from Bergen and Oslo to Sogndal, Sandane, Førde and Florø.
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KORT VEI TIL LANGT VEKK
Book at wideroe.no Walaker Hotell • N-6879 Solvorn • E-mail:
[email protected] • www.walaker.com • Tel: (+47) 57 68 20 80
a shopping centre with 45 great shops. In the heart
Photo: Oskar Andersen
of Sogndal.
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Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 10-18 Thursday and Friday 10-20 Saturday 10-16 The supermarkets, pharmacy and Vinmonopolet operate with different opening hours.
www.sogningen.no
Welcome to
holiday IN SOGNDAL!
• Three restaurants, also with outdoor service • 115 rooms • Bar & disco • Expressboat and bus within short distance
Sviggum Design | Foto: creativision.no, actionphoto
Welcome to Sogningen –
Apotek1 Bagorama Bare Barn BC Klær BellaDonna Bjørklund Ur & Gull Café Sogningen Coop Mega Cubus Dolly Dimple’s Domus Klær Dressmann Dyrebutikken Sogndal Eurosko First Floor Parfymeri Flåten Frisør Glitter Helsekosten Ice Planet Intersport Jernia Jysk Kid Interiør Konditoriet Lika Gåve og Interiør Match Meny Mekk Narvesen Nille Notabene Posten Princess Ringo Sogn Helsekost Sogndal Glasmagasin Sogningen Solsenter Specsavers Optikk Telehuset Tingbui Tiskú Mote & Interiør Vinmonopolet XS Data & Multimedia Yes Vi Leker Økonomisko
QUALITY HOTEL SOGNDAL | ( +47 ) 57 62 77 00 |
[email protected]
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Eikum Hotel offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere and good food. 100 beds – all rooms have shower, toilet, TV and telephone. Alcohol served. Trout fishing. Welcome!
www.hofslund-hotel.no Hofslund Fjord Hotel Fjørevegen 37, N-6856 Sogndal Telefon: +47 57 62 76 00, Telefaks: +47 57 62 76 01, E-post:
[email protected]
N-6869 Hafslo Tel. +47-57 68 06 00 Fax +47-57 68 06 01 E-mail:
[email protected] www.eikum.no
HOTEL
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TurTagrø HoTel - one sHould live a liTTle Turtagrø is the place where you can find extreme mountains, or simply find yourself only laying in the grass. With us you are always welcome, no matter how you choose to sleep and enjoy the stay. For more information and reservations, see turtagro. no or call us at +47576 80 800
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the fjord meets the mountain Your holiday will be spent in close proximity to a light-green fjord, fascinating glaciers, precipitous mountains and fantastic waterfalls. The area has many hiking trails. A short distance to Urnes Stave church, Jostedalsbreen and Sognefjellet. The Norwegian adventure starts here.
Welcome to Skjolden
www.skjolden.com
Fjordstova at Skjolden is located idyllically down by the fjord, innermost in Sognefjorden. The tourist information office is also located here (tel. +47-976 00 443) and is open: 04.06-25.06: 14-19 26.06-10.08: 11-19 11.08-31.08: 14-19
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Holiday homes
Hotel
We can offer 10 beautiful holiday homes at the waters edge of Sognefjorden. In addition we have 32 apartments standing on poles in the water. Delicate interior and dramatic exterior overlooks Norway’s longest fjord.
We have 100 beds and 55 rooms – all equipped with shower, WC, telephone, TV and radio. Furthermore, we have elevator and conference facilities, and direct access to indoor swimming pool and a climbing wall at Fjordstova.
Skjolden Resort Tel. 57 68 23 80 |
[email protected] | www.skjolden-resort.com
FJORDSTOVA Swimming pool Summer opening hours 26.06-10.08: Daily except Mondays: 15.00 - 18.00 Winter opening hours: Tuesdays and Fridays: 18.00 - 21.00 Sundays: 16.00 - 19.00
Fjordstova also offers: sale of local handicrafts, climbing wall, library, café, swimming pool and fitness studio. Bicycles and kayaks for rent. Please contact: Arne Hauge / Anders Bolstad Tel. (+47) 97 65 51 47 / (+47) 92 61 21 13
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Fully furnished, with kitchen, WC and shower. Five beds in two rooms. Colour TV. All cabins with private balcony. Rowing boat included. Welcome!
N-6875 HØYHEIMSVIK • Tel. +47-57 68 65 00 • Fax +47-57 68 65 40 E-mail:
[email protected] www.luster-fjordhytter.com
Dalsøren Camping
Welcome to www.gasta.no
Øren Hotel is located by the Sognefjord. We value good service and comfort for both tourists and business travellers. 24 rooms, 33 beds. All rooms include shower/wc, TV and available wireless Internet. Some rooms with balcony. Food and drinks is served in the restaurant, bar and pub. Welcome! Elvegata 14, 6993 Høyanger | Tlf: 57 70 76 00 | Fax: 57 70 76 01 |
[email protected] | www.orenhotel.com
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57 Dalsøren Camping Centre is ideally situated on Highway 55 at the water’s edge by the beautiful Luster Fjord. In addition to a large and spacious camping area we can offer 5 modern chalets with 4/6 beds, sitting room, kitchen, shower and also a large family chalet, fully furnished and equipped. 14 other chalets are also aviable at varying rental rates.
Adresse : Dalsøren Camping, 6772 Luster, Noreg Telefon : +47 576 85436 Internett : www.dalsoren.com
Gløtten Hytter Hilde & Ivar Buskaker • N-6869 Hafslo Tel. (+47-) 57 68 44 44 / 99 01 30 46 E-mail:
[email protected] www.glottenhytter.no
Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping
Nes Gard - Luster
Bed & Breakfast - Dinner, Our guesthouse has a beautiful location with view of the fjord. At Nes Gard you will stay in a charming inn, withtraditional architecture and interior. 28 beds and comfortable apartments for 2-5 persons. Hiking: Marked tracks with panorama views. Quay - boat - bicycles. Welcome! 6875 Høyheimsvik • e-post:
[email protected] Tlf. 95 23 26 94 • 57 68 39 43
www.nesgard.no
Kvamshaugen hytter
Bed & breakfast Familyrooms – Nice prices 16 rooms, 2 – 7 beds Scandinavian breakfast buffet Camping 7 cabins, space for tents, caravans and campers
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Activities Boat- and canoe rental Beach at the campsite Pool, table tennis and airhockey Beachvolley
Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping 6869 Hafslo
[email protected] Tlf (+47)57684366 www.lyngmoinfo.com
www.gasta.no
Timber chalets at Hafslovatnet Lake. Livingroom, 2 bedrooms, wellequipped kitchen, bathroom / WC with shower, balcony. Own beach and free boat. Excellent trout fishing. Short distance to shops. Family friendly.
The Tang chalets are beautifully situated by the Hafslo lake. The 4 chalets were built in 1992 and 1995. High standard, large livingroom, kitchen, 3 and 2 bedrooms, bathroom and large veranda. 300 meters to shops, 50 meters to the lake.
TN-6869 ANG HYTTEGREND H • T . +47-57 68 08 66 31 19 95 23 AFSLO
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www.tang-hyttegrend.no
Welcome to
Jostedal Camping
Four nice cottages in «rorbu» style, right by the fjord at Marifjøra. Fine view over the fjord to Gaupne and out towards the mountains and the Feigumfossen waterfall. Sit on the terrace and enjoy the view, go fishing in the fjord (rowboat with outboard can be hired and fishing equipment borrowed) or take a car tour through the beautiful scenery.
Each cottage has sitting room with kitchen area, one twin bedroom, and tiled bathroom with shower,WC and underfloor heating on the ground floor. One bedroom with double bed upstairs. Parabol TV, wireless internett, radio, fridge with freezer, coffee-machine, In allroom, washing machine, drying machine and iron/ironing board. Each cottage has garden furniture and barbecue. Shopping center: 3 km. Parking by the cottages.
Marifjøra Sjøbuer
N-6873 Marifjøra Tel. +47-57 68 74 05 / 48 14 43 09 • Fax +47-57 68 74 57 E-mail:
[email protected] • www.rorbu.net
Nigardsbreen Camping
Idyllically situated by the river, only 5 km from the glacier Nigardsbreen in Jostedalsbreen National Park. • 10 cabins and 2 high standard bungalows
Svanaug Katla Dvergedal 6869 Hafslo Tlf: +47 57 68 41 57
www.kvamshaugen.no
• 30 electric power connectors for campervans, caravans and tents • New service building in 2007: Baby changing- and disabled facilities, kitchen and laundry facilities • WLAN for free
www.jostedalcamping.no
[email protected] Tel: +47-57 68 39 14 / +47-977 56789
Close to the glacier 9 two-room cabins Shop
N-6871 Jostedal Tel. (+47) 57 68 31 35
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You deserve it!
• Pizzeria • WLAN & @ café • Bikes and boats for rental Open all year.
www.sandvikcamping.com Tel. +47 57 68 11 53 • E-mail:
[email protected]
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The hotel offers you a variety of room categories in both the main and historical part of the building.
AMBLE GÅRD, 6854 Kaupanger Ingebjörg og Gjert Heiberg Tlf. +47 57 67 81 70 | +47 41 24 53 51
[email protected] | www.amblegaard.no
For more information: + 47 57 69 42 00 or www.kviknes.no
• 30 rooms, all with shower/WC • 15 with balcony and fjord view • Ideal base for excursions
www.gasta.no
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Enjoy a few wonderful days beside the Sogne-fjord. Kvikne’s Hotel in Balestrand is one of the most special hotels in all Norway. An atmosphere of cultural heritage, an international cuisine and a well stocked wine cellar will give your senses memories for life. The Nærøyfjord and Urnes Stave Church, attractions on UNESCO’s world heritage list which draw visitors from all over the world, are not far away.
Amble gaard is an organic farm situated in Kaupanger in the inner part of Sogne ord, in the heart of “Fjord Norway”. 7 different traditional houses/ cottages for rent. High standard. Beautiful view to the Sogne ord and mountains. Free use of boats, free fishing in our private lakes. Free use of small cottage by lake.
• Family camp site
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Balestrand Hotell• PO.Box.4 • N-6898 Balestrand Tlf: +47 57 69 11 38 E-mail:
[email protected] www.balestrand.com
Midtnes Hotel
Lunden ferie
information at www.loftesneshytter.no
Open all year round. Lunden Ferie • N-6859 Slinde tel (+47) 95 00 50 10 • e-mail:
[email protected] www.lundenferie.no
Visit our website: www.midtnes.no
www.gasta.no
Do you want to rent? Please contact us: phone: + 47 57 67 21 96 or + 47 95 20 65 74 e-mail:
[email protected]. Further
www.gasta.no
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Four well-appointed apartments situated right by Sognefjorden in the district of Slinde. Each flat has two bedrooms, a sitting-room with kitchen alcove, and a bathroom with shower and WC. The outdoor area is equipped with a large barbecue and a pier with boat. Panoramic views of the fjord and mountains.
The place for you to stay in Balestrand!
www.gasta.no
Loftesnes Hytter offers 7 cabins, 6 of them one bedroom cabins with 4 - 5 beds. The 7 th cabin is “Naustet”, (the boathouse) which includes 7 beds in 3 bedrooms. Common for them all are living room and fully equipped kitchenette, shower and WC. And all cabins have TV. Quilts and bed linen are not included.
Midtnes Hotel • N- 6898 Balestrand Tlf: +47 57 69 42 40 • Fax: +47 57 69 42 41 E-post:
[email protected]
Sognefjord Hotel Sognefjord Hotel is pleasently located on a peninsular stretching out into Sognefjorden, the longest and deepest fjord in Nothern Europe. Norwegians call it the “King of the Fjords”. For those wishing a “mountain and fjord” vacation, Sognefjord Hotel is ideally situated for day trips to some of the most beatiful scenery in Norway. Sognefjord Hotel is a modern hotel with comfortable rooms, a large dining room and a large outdoor area. Sognefjord Hotell as • Sognefjordvegen 20 • 6863 Leikanger • Tlf: 57651100 • Faks 57651101 www.sognefjordhotel.no •
[email protected]
www.gasta.no
Loftesnes Hytter
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Practical information
6894 Vangsnes • e-post:
[email protected] Tlf.: +47 57 69 67 22 • Fax: +47 57 69 62 75 www.sognefjord-gjestehus.no
Tlf. +47 57 71 40 40 - www.lavikfjordhotell.no
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Åpent: Fredag og lørdag 11–23, de andre dagene 11–22
Sogndal, 57 67 86 00
Balestrand Tourist Office Menes Fjordhytter Sognefjord Akvarium Bike and Hike Balestrand Findebotten Gjestehus Fjærland Tourist Office Pluscamp Sandvik Camping Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping Nes Gard Viki Fjordcamping Vesterland Resort Dalsøren Camping Nørdstedalseter Turisthytte Skjolden Hotell Fjordstova Sogndal Tourist Office Svedal Hytter og Camping Eplet Bed & Apple Vik Tourist Office Gamle trevaren Nesheim camping og hytter Lavik Fjord Hotell Norevikane Fagernes hyttesenter Country code for Norway: +47.
Place Balestrand Balestrand Balestrand Balestrand Finnabotten/Vik Fjærland Gaupne Hafslo Høyheimsvik Høyheimsvik Kaupanger Luster Nørdstedalseter Skjolden Skjolden Sogndal Sogndalsdalen Solvorn Vik Vik Høyanger Lavik Norevik
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Internet access Balestrand Tourist Office Kviknes Hotel Norsk Bremuseum Fjærland Tourist Office Turtagrø Hotell Pyramiden Senter Pluscamp Sandvik Camping Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping Breheimsenteret Jostedal Hotell Vesterland Resort Dalsøren Camping Luster bibliotek Nørdstedalseter Turisthytte Fjordstova (Skjolden Tourist Office) Sogningen Storsenter v/Dolly Dimple’s Sogndal Library Eplet Bed & Apple Brekkes Kiosk Vik Tourist Office Øren hotel Lavik Fjord Hotell Høyanger Library Norevikane Fagernes
Tel. 57 69 16 17 57 69 14 13 x 57 69 13 03 x x x 57 69 32 68 57 69 54 12 x x x 57 69 32 33 57 68 11 53 x x x 57 68 43 66 x x 95 23 26 94 57 68 64 20 x x x x 57 62 71 00 57 68 54 36 x x x 95 07 63 82 x x 57 68 23 80 x 57 68 67 44 x 97 60 04 43 98 00 67 80 x 41 64 94 69 57 69 56 86 57 69 75 10 x 57 71 01 33 x 57 71 40 40 57 71 07 16 x
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Fitness centre / spa
Car rental
BesteBakken
Hafslo
90 16 84 49
www.bestebakken.no
Europcar/Toyota Sogn
Kaupanger/Sogndal flyplass
57 67 66 70
www.europcar.no
Yt Xtra
Hafslo
57 68 46 00
www.yxhafslo.no
Hertz/Toyota Sogn
Kaupanger/Sogndal flyplass
57 67 99 70
www.hertz.no
Balestrand
57 69 42 00
www.kvikneshotel.no
Balestrand
41 24 82 53
www.rentacarbalholm.com
NAF Redningsteneste
08505
www.naf.no
Viking Redningsteneste
06000
www.vikingredning.no
Fjordstova
Skjolden
57 68 67 44
www.skjolden.com/fjordstova
Kviknes Hotel
Vesterland Resort
Kaupanger
57 62 71 00
www.vesterland.no
Balholm bilutleige
Fortun Treningssenter
Fortun
91 53 27 90
www.fortunsdalen.no
Rescue service
Swimming pool / sauna / Indoor play park Fjordstova
Skjolden
57 68 67 44
www.skjolden.com/fjordstova
Vesterland Resort
Kaupanger
57 62 71 00
www.vesterland.no
Car repair shops
Sognefjord Hotel
Leikanger
57 65 11 00
www.sognefjord-hotel.no
Balholm Auto AS
57 68 61 57
41 43 22 55
Solvang Camping Hytter & Motell
Vangsnes
57 69 66 20
www.solvangcamping.com
Høyangerbadet
Høyanger
57 71 27 00
www.hoyangerbadet.no
Gaupne Bilsenter AS Gaupne
57 68 10 80
Øiene Verkstad
Gaupne
57 68 16 40
Beachvolleyball
Toyota Sogn
Kaupanger
57 67 66 66
Lyngmo Gjestehus & Camping
www.lyngmoinfo.com
Bil og Dekkservice
Kaupanger
57 65 70 60
Kaupanger
57 67 69 60
Hafslo
57 68 43 66
Bøyum Camping
Fjærland
57 69 32 52
www.fjaerland.org/boyumcamping
Kaupanger Bil
Jostedal Hotell
Jostedal
57 68 31 19
www.jostedalhotel.no
Esso Hermansverk
Leikanger
57 65 34 16
Skjolden Sandvolleyballbane
Skjolden
57 68 67 44
www.skjolden.com
Leikanger Auto AS
Leikanger
57 65 31 00
www.vikil.no
Berge & Co
Sogndal
57 67 57 00
Sogn Bil & Fritid
Sogndal
57 67 67 00
Sogn Bilservice
Sogndal
57 67 66 30
Vik Bil (Best)
Vik
57 69 84 00
Vik Beach volleyball pit
Vik Sports Park
57 69 56 86
Emptying facilities for camper vans
Djuvik Camping
Vangsnes
Vik Bil (Best)
Vik
Sjøtun Camping
Balestrand
Vassbakken Kro og Camping
Skjolden
Fuel filling from the quay
Balestrand Marina
Slindesenteret
www.fortunbenst.no
Petrol Stations Fortun bensinstasjon
Fortun
57 68 61 57
www.fortunbenst.no
Best Vik Bil AS
Vik
57 69 84 00
www.vikbil.no
Hermansverk servicesenter
Leikanger
57 65 34 16
www.esso-hermansverk.com
Balestrand
123 Balholm Auto
Balestrand
41 43 22 55
www.balholm-auto.com
Slinde/Sogndal
YX Hafslo
Hafslo
57 68 46 00
www.yxhafslo.no
Souvenir and other shops
Transportation www.vegvesen.no
Det gylne hus
Balestrand
91 56 28 42
www.detgylnehus.no
177 / 57 65 95 12
www.ruteinfo.net
Eithungjerde Souvenir
Balestrand
57 69 11 15
[email protected]
Haukaas Emaljeverksted
Balestrand
57 69 14 19
www.solveighaukaas.no
57 67 66 00
www.fjord1.no
Kviknes souvenir
Balestrand
57 69 42 00
www.kviknes.no
Airlines
Spindelvev
Balestrand
57 69 14 94
Widerøe
Den grønne butikk
Balestrand
57 69 12 55
Car ferries / Passenger boats
Cintamani
Balestrand
57 69 37 77
www.cintamani.no
Norled
51 86 87 00
www.norled.no
Bok og Bilde
Fjærland
57 69 32 33
[email protected]
Car ferry Solvorn-Urnes-Solvorn
91 79 42 11
www.lustrabaatane.no
Joker Fjærland with post
Fjærland
57 69 22 24
Fjærland
57 69 32 88
www.bre.museum.no
Fjærland
57 69 22 88
www.straumsvaagsantikvariat.no
Road reports
175 / 81 54 89 91
Timetable Information Bus companies Fjord1 Sogn Billag
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Balestrand
Fortun Bensinstasjon Fortun
81 00 12 00 (booking)
www.wideroe.no
Fjord1 Fylkesbaatane
55 90 70 70 (booking)
www.fjord1.no
Norsk Bremuseum
Nigardsbreen Glacierboat
57 68 32 50
www.brevegen.no
Straumsvågs antikvariat
Discover Sognefjord
[email protected]
www.discoversognefjord.com
Taxi
Pyramiden Senter
Gaupne
57 68 14 11
www.pyramidensenter.no
Bestebakken
Hafslo
90 16 84 49
www.bestebakken.no www.jostedal.com
Balestrand
95 95 61 13
Sogndal
57 67 10 00
Breheimsenteret
Jostedal
57 68 32 50
Fjærland
90 92 65 82
Gaupne / Luster
57 68 16 20
Thor Bakken’s Eftf./Joker
Jostedal
57 68 31 17
Leikanger
57 65 31 23
Vik i Sogn
95 95 61 27
Henjatunet Gardskjøkken
Leikanger
57 65 40 14
Joker butikk, Øystein Høyheim
Luster
57 68 54 82
www.henjatunet.no
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Husflidsbua Skjolden Mango Design Skjeldestad Libris Sogningen Storsenter Ullkista Brekkes kiosk Coop Vik Gamle trevaren TINE Meieriet Vik, osteutsal Nesøyane gjestegard bruktbutikk
Skjolden Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Vik i Sogn Veitastrond
57 68 67 44 57 67 29 88 57 67 65 40 95 19 13 00 57 67 83 33 57 69 64 00 57 69 89 10 57 69 75 10 57 67 79 00 57 68 78 19
Balestrand/Høyanger Gaupne Leikanger Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal/Høyanger Vik i Sogn
57 69 48 50 57 68 27 00 57 65 18 00 57 64 85 10 57 82 97 00 05555 57 69 88 50
[email protected] www.sogningen.no
www.gamletrevaren.no www.nesoyane.com
Bank Sparebanken Sogn og Fjordane Luster Sparebank Sparebanken Sogn og Fjordane Indre Sogn Sparebank Sparebanken Sogn og Fjordane Sparebanken Vest Vik Sparebank
www.fylkesbanken.no www.luster-sparebank.no www.fylkesbanken.no www.indresognsparebank.no www.ssf.no www.spv.no www.viksparebank.no
Useful phone numbers
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Veterinarian Dyreklinikken Vakttelefon Veterinær
Sogndal Leik/Sogndal/Luster Vik
57 67 55 55 97 58 86 29 57 69 53 03
Dentist Balestrand Tannklinikk Gaupne tannklinikk Tannlege Kjell Olav Ugulen Sogndal Tannklinikk Tannhelsetenesta Sogn Tannhelsesenter Tannlege Kjell Bøthun Tannlege Jan Kristoffersen Åsta Ellinor Vaim Harald Rørvik Ingvild Osland Boge
Balestrand Gaupne Gaupne Sogndal Vik Sogndal Sogndal Sogndal Lavik Høyanger Høyanger
57 69 12 61 57 65 63 90 57 68 13 27 57 62 71 80 57 69 52 00 57 67 77 87 57 67 19 50 57 67 18 22 57 71 17 26 57 71 45 33 57 71 45 35
Doctor Balestrand legekontor Leikanger legeteneste Luster legesenter Sogndal Legesenter Vik legekontor Høyanger legekontor
Balestrand Leikanger Gaupne Sogndal Vik Høyanger
57 65 13 00 57 65 56 66 57 68 56 00 57 62 97 00 57 69 87 00 57 71 44 80
Emergency number
Fire: 110
Police: 112
Opening hours Tourist information offices Sogndal Tourist Office
Skjolden Tourist Office
Vik Tourist Office
Location: Sogndal Kulturhus Tel: (+47) 976 00 443 07.05-10.06: 10 - 16 (Mon-Fri) 11.06-26.08: 09 - 18 (Mon-Fri) 10 - 16 (Sat) 27.08-14.09: 10 - 16 (Mon-Fri)
Location: Fjordstova, Skjolden Tel: (+47) 976 00 443 04.06-25.06: 14 - 19 26.06-10.08: 11 - 19 11.08-31.08: 14 - 19
Location: Kristianhus / Vikøyri Tel: (+47) 57 69 56 86 20.05-30.06.: 10-16 01.07-31.07: 10-18 (Mon-Fri) 10-16 (Sat-Sun) 01.08-31.08: 10-16
Gaupne/Luster Tourist Office
Location: Holmatunet / Balestrand Tel: (+47) 57 69 12 55 01.05-31.05: 10 - 17 (Mon-Sat) 01.06-31.08: 08 - 18 (Mon-Sat) 10 - 17 (Sun) 01.09-30.09: 10 - 17 (Mon-Sat)
Location: Pyramiden senter, Gaupne Tel: (+47) 976 00 443 18.06-26.08: 10 - 17 (Mon-Fri)
Jostedal Tourist Office Location: Breheimsenteret, Jostedal Tel: (+47) 57 68 32 50 01.05-19.06: 10 - 17 20.06-19.08: 09 - 19 20.08-30.09 10 - 17
Balestrand Tourist Office
Høyanger Tourist Office Location: Høyanger bibliotek Tel: (+47) 57 71 15 90 Heile året 11 – 18 (Mon, Thurs) 10 – 1530 (Tues, Wed, Fri)
Fjærland Tourist Office Location: Den norske bokbyen / Fjærland Tel: (+47) 57 69 32 33 28.04-24.09 10 - 18
Contact us
www.sognefjord.no
Destination Sogndal & Luster
Fjærland Tourist Office
Pyramiden Kontorfellesskap NO-6868 Gaupne Tel: (+47) 976 00 443 /
[email protected] Season: all year Tourist Offices: Sogndal, Luster, Jostedal & Skjolden.
Mundal, NO-6848 Fjærland Tel: (+47) 57 69 32 33 /
[email protected]
Høyanger ReiselivsForum 6947 Lavik Tel: (+47) 57 71 40 40 / www.visithoyanger.no
Destination Balestrand Postboks 53, NO - 6898 Balestrand Tel: (+47) 57 69 12 55 /
[email protected] Season: all year Tourist Offices: Balestrand
Destination Vik i Sogn Ambulance: 113
We are not to be held responsible for mistakes or changes in the given information. Photo: Finn Loftesnes, Terje Rakke/Nordic Life AS/Fjord Norge, Oskar Andersen, Iren Vatne, Kurt Skagen, Sognafoto/Grunde Engan, Rolf M. Sørensen, Harald Vatne, Helge Noss, Jiri Havran, Jørgen Hundset, Balestrand Kommune, Vikjavev/Torstein Hønsi, Terje Eggum, Nancy Bundt/Innovasjon Norge, Terje Rakke/Nordic Life AS/Innovasjon Norge, Johan Wildhagen/Innovasjon Norge, Sigve Taklo Sekse, Sognatur, Sognefjord Akvarium/Bjørn Schanke Sande, Turtagrø Hotell, Åge Eitungjerde, Luster Reiselivslag, Frithjof Fure/Innovasjon Norway, Ole Jomar Moen/Sognefjord Swim Festival, www.icetroll.com, Bjørnar Bjørhusdal / Fimbul Jostedal, Åse Marie Eikeland, Fredrik Schoenholm, Tor Yttri, Jan Rasmussen, Bjørn Bergum, Walaker hotell, Hallvard Johan Bolstad, CH/www.visitnorway.com, Jan Erik Bolstad, TYYL/Julie Strand Offerdal/Sogn Avis
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[email protected] Season: all year Tourist Offices: Vik Glacier walk – Nigardsbreen, Jostedalsbreen National Park
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naturally active
Jostedal
Information/booking: Breheimsenteret, 6871 Jostedal +47 57 68 32 50 •
[email protected]
www.jostedal.com
Jostedal
• from Sogndal 08.45, -from Nigardsbreen 16.55 • connection from Balestrand, Vik, Flåm, Årdal, Lærdal • perfect for all activities
(+47) 97 60 04 43 - www.sognefjord.no
Design: G A S TA - gasta.no
The Glacier Bus
