The Places you must visit on your Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Norway is a beautiful country with stunning scenery and amazing natural wonders. Its fjords are some of the most majestic in Europe, with their rocky shorelines and towering mountains. You can visit them on your cruise through the Oslo Fjord or even from Bergen to Bergen via Geirangerfjord!
Tromso
Tromso is the gateway to the Arctic. It has a lot of history and it is a great place to visit in summer or winter. There are many activities that you can do in Tromso during your cruise, such as hiking, snowmobile rides and much more!
Tromso has been known for its long winters because of its location at latitude 69 degrees North but now with global warming it has become a little warmer than usual which makes it an ideal destination for tourists from all over Europe who want see how nature reacts when temperature gets higher than usual.
The city is also known for the Northern Lights, which can be seen during winter months.
There are many things to do in Tromso, and one of them is to visit the Arctic Cathedral. This church was built in 1954 and has some amazing architecture that will leave you speechless! It is located on the hilltop facing towards the fjord and it offers a great view of Tromso city. If you want to get married inside this cathedral then you can ask for permission from the priest who lives close by. There are also other churches that you can visit such as Trinity Church which was built in 1859 and has beautiful stained glass windows.
You can also visit the Polar museum which is located on top of an old building that has been renovated into a new museum with some amazing exhibits. There are also other museums that offer different things to do such as artworks, science and so much more!
If you want to take a walk then there are many places that you can go. One of the best things to do in Tromso is to visit the Lyngen Alps, which are located on the west side of Tromso city. There are many hiking trails that lead up to these mountains and offer amazing views over the city. You can also go hiking on Skomsvoldhaugen which is also another great place for outdoor recreation activities such as skiing, snowboarding and so much more!
Lofoten Islands
Lofoten Islands is a group of islands in the northern part of Norway. The Lofoten Islands are famous for their dramatic scenery and many historical sites, where you can find some stunning examples of traditional wooden architecture.
The most famous attraction on the islands is Bygdøy, which was once a large manor house but today houses museums and other cultural centers. Here you will find exhibitions showcasing local culture and history as well as art galleries displaying works by internationally renowned artists such as Edvard Munch or Fritz Wrunner (a famous German painter).
The Lofoten Islands are also known for their beautiful beaches, which are perfect for swimming and sunbathing. The most popular beaches are located on the southern part of the islands, where you will find many hotels and restaurants as well as opportunities for horseback riding or hiking in the surrounding mountains.
Svartisen
- Svartisen is a glacier in the municipality of Troms in Northern Norway.
- It is one of the largest glaciers in Europe, and it stretches along the border between Troms and Bardu.
- Svartisen is located in southern part of Lyngen Alps, which are known as “the white mountains” because they have been snowed on so much during wintertime (and sometimes even all year round).
The glacier is about 20 kilometers long, and it stretches from the fjord of Lyngen in the south to the municipality of Bardu in the north. Svartisen has a width varying from 1 to 4 kilometers at its widest point. The icecap on Svartisen reaches down to about 1,000 meters above sea level, and its highest peak can be found at 2,100 meters above sea level.
Svartisen is a popular tourist attraction in Norway, and it is one of the most visited places in the country. It is also used as a venue for sports such as skiing and snowboarding, as well as ice climbing.
The name “Svartisen” means “Black Glacier” in English, and it comes from the color of the ice cap and snow. The glacier is also known as Svartisen or Svartaisen in Norwegian.
Geiranger
Geiranger is a small village in the Sunnmore region of Norway. It is famous for its beauty and location on the Nærøyfjord, which is one of the oldest fjords in Europe. The Nærøyfjord has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it’s home to several beautiful waterfalls as well as some amazing hiking trails.
The Nærøyfjord is one of Norway’s most popular tourist destinations and it’s easy to see why. The fjord itself is stunningly beautiful, with its steep cliffs rising up from the water. There are also several small villages along its shores including Vadheim, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Nærøyfjord is located in Sunnmore, Norway’s third largest county. It is also one of the most remote areas of the country, which means that there aren’t many people who live here.
How to Get There
The best way to get to Nærøyfjord is by taking a ferry from Bergen. The trip takes about 3 hours and once you’re in the fjord, it’s only another 20 minutes until you reach Vadheim.
Alesund
Alesund is a town in Norway, and it’s one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. It has a beautiful harbor with lots of architecture, shops and restaurants, history and more!
Alesund was founded in 1874 by Captain Eriksen who was looking for a place to build his shipyard. He built several different factories along with houses for his workers. These buildings still exist today including one that was built as an orphanage back in 1877 but now it houses an art gallery called Pingvinen (The Penguin). This building was named after Alesund’s famous penguin museum which is located just down the street from this building!
Another great thing about visiting Alesund is that there are many things you can do on your own time outside of sightseeing such as hiking through forested areas or exploring other parts like nearby lakes where kayakers will be able to take advantage of this during summer months when they’re not busy working at their job sites around town.
Alesund is also a great place to visit if you like seafood. They have lots of restaurants specializing in fish along with other Norwegian foods like meatballs and potatoes. One of the best places to get fish is at Rene’s Fish Market which has been open since 1879!
Nordfjordeid
Nordfjordeid is a municipality in the county of Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. It is located in the traditional district of Nordfjord, and it borders Sogndal to the east and Ørsta to the south, along with other municipalities such as Selje (in Rogaland county), Brække and Rauma (both in Hordaland).
The municipality lies on a number of islands and skerries in an archipelago, with about 70 islands altogether. The largest island is Vågsøy with about 2000 inhabitants, followed by Otterøya and Skorpa which have about 1000 inhabitants each. There are also some small fishing villages along the coast such as Lekanger and Gartlandet, but most people live in towns like Eidsvik on Vågsøy or Hjelmeland on Otterøya.
The municipality of Fjordeid was established on 1 January 1838 (see formannskapsdistrikt). The old municipality was identical to the Fjordane county (and later district) with the same name. In 1964, a small part of Fjordeid was transferred to Selje municipality and another small part went to Ørsta.
The municipality is named after the island of Vågsøy. The Old Norse form of the name was “Vaðsey”. The first element is probably derived from the word “váð” which means “path”, or it could be related to the word for “fjord”.
The last element is “ey” which means “island”.
The coat of arms was granted on 18 January 1986. It shows a gold-colored anchor on a blue field, with two silver waves below it. The anchor symbolizes the importance of fishing in the municipality, while the waves represent the ocean surrounding Vågsøy.
Flam Vikoyri
Flam is a village in the municipality of Aurland in Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway. The town is located at the innermost part of the fjord Flåmsdalen, along the Nærøyfjord.
The area surrounding Flam has been inhabited since Viking times and there are many interesting places to visit in this region including:
- Flam Church (Flam kirke) — A gothic church built around 1150 which was restored several times throughout its history including during 1842–1853 when it became one of Norway’s best preserved churches due to its use as a grain warehouse during World War II by occupying German forces who were forced out after being defeated by Allied forces led by General Bernard Montgomery who had landed on Norwegian soil on 9 April 1945;
- Flåm Museum — An old building that used to be part of “Flåm Gaard” where farmers lived during summertime;
- “Trollhaugen” — This mountain peak has two sides with different rock formations and looks like trolls walking around inside them making them look like caves!
Bergun
Bergun is a small village located on the west coast of Norway. It is a popular tourist destination and has an amazing scenery, including waterfalls and mountains. The town has many natural attractions such as hiking trails, which are perfect for birdwatching or just enjoying nature. There are also several museums and art galleries that you can visit while in Bergun.
Farsund
Farsund is a port in the municipality of Kristiansand in Vest-Agder county, Norway. It is the main port for Kristiansand and has passenger ferry services to Hirtshals, Denmark.
The town was established in 1702 as a trading post for fish and other goods between Great Britain and northern Europe. Although it’s now known primarily for its connection with cruise ships visiting from June through September each year (when many tourists visit), it also has some local attractions such as churches that date back hundreds of years
Norway has a lot to offer, so go see it!
Norway is a great place to visit. It has a lot of things to offer, so go see it!
- Fjords: There are lots of fjords in Norway and they’re beautiful. You’ll want to get out on the water and explore them.
- Cities: The cities in Norway are some of the most beautiful ones I’ve seen during my travels around Europe—and even more so if you’re looking for something with more than just a historical vibe or architecture but also cultural diversity (as well as good food).
- Nature: There’s no better way to experience nature than by going hiking through forests or plains full of flowers and trees; being able to see animals up close makes this even more enjoyable!
Conclusion
There is so much to see and do in Norway that it can be hard to know where to begin. We hope this list of the top places you must visit on your Norwegian fjords cruise has given you some ideas! Of course, if you’re still not sure where exactly they are located, don’t worry—we’re here to help! Just contact us at 1-866-881-3558 and we will happily assist with all of your travel needs.
