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The western fjords travel guide

Sheer cliffs, waterfalls and the Flåm Railway

The Geirangerfjord. Photo: Andreas Trepte, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons

2hflight from London
AESnearest main airport
8° in Julwarmest month
-9° in Jancoolest month

The fjords of western Norway are some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. The Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord are UNESCO sites, with waterfalls such as the Seven Sisters pouring down the cliffs.

Ride the Flåm Railway, take a fjord cruise or kayak, and drive the hairpin bends of the Trollstigen.

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What The western fjords is known for

  • Geirangerfjord

    Seven Sisters waterfall.

  • Flåm Railway

    One of the world's steepest.

  • Trollstigen

    A hairpin mountain road.

  • Glaciers

    Walk on the ice.

Top things to do in The western fjords

  1. 1

    A Geirangerfjord cruise

    Past the waterfalls.

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  2. 2

    The Flåm Railway

    From the mountains to the fjord.

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  3. 3

    Kayak the Nærøyfjord

    From Gudvangen or Flåm.

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  4. 4

    Trollstigen

    A famous mountain road.

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Where to stay in The western fjords

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Best time to visit The western fjords

Best value: May, Sep. May to September: roads open, waterfalls in full flow.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 2h from London to AES, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?

Trains, boats and buses link most places. A car gives you freedom.

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Good to know

  • Trollstigen and some mountain roads close in winter.
  • Cruise ships make Geiranger and Flåm busy: go early.
  • Roads are narrow: allow plenty of time.
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The western fjords FAQ

Best fjord to visit?

Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord.

Can I see the fjords in winter?

Yes, but some roads close.

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