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The mountain areas surrounding the innermost half of the Sognefjord are among Norway’s most popular walking and hiking areas.
The most famous are the Jotunheimen National Park, the Jostedalsbreen National Park, Breheimen and the Aurlandsdalen, Utladalen valleys, The King's Road and many other beautiful walks to choose from everywhere along the fjord.
To find hiking in the area you are traveling to, use the map service UT.no
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The Norwegian right to roam the countryside
Outdoor recreation is an important part of Norwegian cultural heritage. For centuries we have been free to roam the countryside, in woodlands and meadows, on rivers and lakes, amidst coastal islets and mountain summits – no matter who owns the land. While we are free to forage for saltwater fish, berries, mushrooms or flowers, we come away not only with the fruits of nature but with our own memories and experiences.
If you are walking or picnicking in the countryside, please make sure to:
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Guided tour to Flatbreen Glacier
Flatbreen glacier is an active arm of the Jostedal ice cap. A tour to this glacier is really something to remember and be proud of, as it is a bit tougher than most tourist routes. It's also one of the most…
Bike & Hike + Fishing at Bølifossen – the place referred to as “the Pearl in the Mørkrid valley”. Come along on a tour through the enchanting natural- and cultural landscapes of the Mørkrid valley, one of the best ways to access Breheimen national…
Start: Sogndal town centre or Åberge
Hiking time: 5- 6 h (total time)
Elevation: 0 - 260 - 919 m
Map (turkart): Sogndal- Leikanger
If you are travelling without a car, you can start your trip behind the Sogndal cultural centre. Follow the signs…
A steep hike in a south-facing, sunny location, and the chance to swim in a mountain reservoir if you are feeling especially bold. The hike to Haugafjellstølen is popular with residents of Gjerde who like to keep in shape. The shieling is sheltered…
Start on the gravel road at Raa by E39. Walk along the road aboute 1 km until you get to a sign showing a road to the left leading into dence woods. At first a steep section, after wich you have climed above the tundra line and you are greeted with…
The family friendly path to Hesjedal runs along the moderate rise of a moraine ridge up through the Breidalen valley. The path is surrounded by pine ridges and open marshes. Breistølen (locally also called Breien), is the mountain area belonging to…
Practical information
Start: At the information board in Saurdal (Euref- koordinat: x518190 y365640)
Finish: At the information board in Kreklingen (Euref- koordinat: …
The Waterfall Path, Gaularfjell
The Waterfall Path goes from the Gaular mountains down to Viksdalen. Along its route are 14 waterfalls and 7 lakes. It is a relatively easy hike with a height difference of approx. 500m and a total length of 21 km…
Raudmelen (972m)
Raudmelen is a mountain which towers 972m over the centre of Balestrand. A hiking trail goes up the mountainside from Balestrand to the top of Raudmelen. This is a demanding hike. From the top you have fantastic views over the…
The walk starts by the Urnes stave church.
To the left from the church, you will find an old cart track in good condition, leading to the farm Urneskroken. This farm was in operation until the 1970s. Before you start walking down towards…
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