A deep-blue UNESCO-protected branch of the Storfjord encased by 800-metre vertical cliffs and the legendary Seven Sisters waterfalls; the landscape was sculpted by a 2,000-metre thick ice sheet during the last ice age; kayak the shoreline at 7 am when the water is a perfect mirror; the only sound is the rhythmic thundering of glacial melt hitting the fjord surface.
About Geirangerfjord
A deep-blue UNESCO-protected branch of the Storfjord encased by 800-metre vertical cliffs and the legendary Seven Sisters waterfalls; the landscape was sculpted by a 2,000-metre thick ice sheet during the last ice age; kayak the shoreline at 7 am when the water is a perfect mirror; the only sound is the rhythmic thundering of glacial melt hitting the fjord surface.
Why Visit
Geirangerfjord is one of Norway's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Best Season
🌤 Year-round
Quick Facts
Location
Norway
Type
attraction
Coordinates
62.1210°, 7.1290°
Learn More
Wikipedia article available
Insider Tips
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Geirangerfjord is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Norway.
