Visit Gudvangen

Visit the iconic Viking backdrop from Gudvangen

Is the photo from the Norwegian national team real? Yes – it's real.

The world-famous photo of Norway's national football team dressed as Vikings features the spectacular landscape of Gudvangen. Surrounded by towering mountains, the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord and a living Viking heritage, this dramatic scenery has captured attention around the world.

Now it's your turn to experience it.

Visit Njardarheimr Viking Valley and step into the Viking Age. Meet Vikings, watch traditional crafts, listen to stories from more than 1,000 years ago and take part in activities that bring history to life. Here, the Viking era feels remarkably authentic, set against one of Norway's most breathtaking landscapes.

Combine your visit with a fjord cruise on the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord with Norway's best or Lustrabaatane, scenic walks and local food experiences, and discover why Gudvangen is one of the Sognefjord's most memorable destinations.

Standing here, it's easy to see why this extraordinary landscape was chosen as the backdrop for one of the most widely shared images of Norway's national football team.

A Norwegian Gem in the Heart of Fjord Norway

Nestled at the very end of the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord in Norway lies the picturesque village of Gudvangen, inviting you to explore the wonders of nature and history that define this unique destination.

Gudvangen, embraced by massive, towering mountains of the Nærøydalen valley, is a place where past and present converge, and the beauty of the natural world envelops you at every turn.

With a visit to Gudvangen, a trip on the fjord with a kayak is recommended, where you are surrounded by high mountains and mighty waterfalls. Or a guided tour on a RIB with FjordSafari or a fjord cruise to Flåm or Kaupanger. If you are planning a car-free holiday, you can easily book a trip with Norway in a Nutshell or Sognefjord in a Nutshell where you can add activities and or accommodation.

When you are in Gudvangen, you must visit the Viking village of Njardarheimr, where real Vikings take you back in time with stories and various activities such as ax throwing and archery.

Photo: Håvard Nesbø

Accommodation, Food & Drink

Accommodation close to the UNESCO Nærøyfjord

The Viking Village Njardarheimr, Gudvangen

Photo: Sverre Hjørnevik

Activities & Attractions

Do you want to be a viking for a day?

Photo: Falkeblikk AS

Hiking in Gudvangen

Hiking with a view to UNESCO Nærøyfjord

How to get to Gudvangen

Gudvangen is easily accessible by boat, bus, or car. Whether you're traveling from Bergen or Oslo, the village is conveniently situated along the road between these two cities, making it an ideal stop on your Norwegian journey.