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ACCOMMODATION
You will find overnight accommodation in all categories
and to suit all budgets in the Fjell & Fjord region. There
is everything from historic hotels with long traditions of
hospitality to luxury cabins and apartments as well as
camping cabins. Stay on a farm or mountain farm, in a
cosy Hallingstue or stabbur, in small mountain inns or at
luxury hotels of the highest standard.
Romantic 4-day weekend
b e t w e e n O s l o and B e r g e n
Find your accommocation at www.fjellandfjord.com.
Ål Pensjonat, Ål
Specia lly for kids
Bergen - Hardangerfjord - Geilo - Sognefjord - Bergen. Adults age 25+ and couples
who want a romantic weekend surrounded by magnificent mountains and fjords.
This trip has everything from wild waterfalls and travel on the Flåm Railway to an
idyllic cruise on the world’s longest fjord. Duration 4 days.
Nesbyen
Gol
Hemsedal
Lærdal
Flåm
Ål
Geilo
Eidfjord
Norheimsund
Bergen
Oslo
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Gol
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Bergen
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Day 4 Sunday
Car trip from Flåm via the Hardanger National Tourist Route to
Bergen airport.
in the palm of your hand
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Season June 1st till September 30th
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www.fjellandfjord.com
Suggested accomodation:
Skarsnuten Hotell, Hemsedal
www.dvgl.no/vare-steder/skarsnuten-hotell
Fretheim Hotell, Flåm
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www.fretheimhotel.no
FAGERNES
Lærdal
Norway in a Nutshell – The Flåm Railway and a Cruise on
Aurland Voringfoss Hotell, Eidfjord
AIRPORT
­Sognefjord. Car trip Geilo – Flåm. Ride the Flåm Railway, one of
Hemsedal
Flåm www.voringfoss.no
Kjærtveit Camping, Eidfjord
BERGENSB
Bergen
ANE
www.kcamp.no
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Bardøla Høyfjellshotell, Geilo
Nesbyen
FLESLAND
Eidfjordwww.bardola.no
OSLO AIRPORT
Geilo Ål
AIRPORT
Hagaled Gjestegård, Nesbyen
GARDERMOEN
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Odda www.hagaled.no
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Hønefoss
Ål Pensjonat, Ål
Fjell&Fjord360 brings the high points home to your living room.
www.aalpensjonat.no
Oslo
Search, explore and book a journey to the source of any of the more than
Dr. Holms Hotell, Geilo
www.drholms.no
100 impressive 360-degree pictures panoramas.
Vestila Resort, Geilo
MOSS AIRPORT
www.vestlia.no
HAUGESUND
RYGGE
AIRPORT
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Day 3 Saturday
Take a virtual dream journey!
Fjell & Fjord
Puttgarten
www.colorline.com
www.dfdsseaways.com
www.stenaline.com
www.fjordline.no
By train:
www.nsb.no
www.flaamsbana.no
By bus:
www.nor-way.no
www.fjord1.no
www.skyss.no
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www.kreator.no (12-12) Photo: Front page: Hemsedal.com, Nils-Erik Bjørholt/ Innovation
Norway, Yngvar Ask / Reisemål Hardangerfjord, Till Hanton / Hemsedal.com, Nils-Erik
Bjørholt / ALR / The Bear Park, Thomas Mørch / Innovation Norway, Chris Arnesen / ALR,
Terje Rakke / Reisemål Hardangerfjord, Terje Rakke / Hallingdal Museum / Hallingdal
Reiseliv AS, Trond Sjemmedal / Folgefonni Breførarlag / Tjeerd Langstraat / Visit Geilo,
Marius Rua / Visit Geilo, Marius Rua / Visit Geilo, Marius Rua /Hemsedal.com, NilsErik Bjørholt / Hallingdal Reiseliv AS, Vegard Breie / Visit Geilo, Marius Rua / Biking in
Hemsedal, Hemsedal.com, Nils-Erik Bjørholt/ EKT Langedrag, Hallingdal Reiseliv AS,
Vegard Breie / The Bear Park, Thomas Mørch / Gordarike Viking and Family Park, Gordarike
Viking and Family Park / Ål Pensjonat, Ål Pensjonat / Hardangervidda National Park,
Thomas Linkel / Kayaking, Jondal, Hardangerfjord, Innovation Norway, CH / Fly Fishing
in Hemsila, Hemsedal, Hemsedal.com, Nils-Erik Bjørholt / Biking in the Bergsjø area, Ål,
Hallingdal Film, Foto og Reklame AS, Helge G. Stærk / Feeling adventurous?, Nordic Life
AS, Fjord Norway, Terje Rakke / Norwegian Highlights, Innovation Norway, CH / Romantic
4 day weekend, Hallingdal Reiseliv AS, Vegard Breie
Take a cycling trip past Viking burial mounds or climb the
Prestholt trail to the top at Skarvsenden. Enjoy a leisurely,
good breakfast in Geilo. Drive to Prestholtseter and walk up the
Sherpa-crafted steps up to Skarvsenden (1705 masl) and a magnificent panorama of the Hardangervidda and Hallingskarvet
National Parks. Lunch at Prestholtseter on traditional porridge
and cured meat. Alternatively, choose an easy cycling trip on the
12 km nature and culture trail, Ustedalsfjorden Rundt. Relax in
the afternoon at the SPA division of the recommended accommodation: Dr. Holmes Hotell or Vestlia Resort.
Distances
Gordarike Viking and Family Park
The Bear Park
EKT Langedrag
Flå
Day 2 Friday
Biking in Hemsedal
Noresund
Spectacular waterfall and the Queen of Norwegian fjords.
Car trip Bergen - Hardangerfjord – Geilo. Drive through fertile
Hardanger and stop to walk among lush fruit orchards stretching
down to the fjord. Or paddle a while on the blue-green fjord.
Stop again at Vøringsfoss, an impressive 182-metre waterfall, on
the way to Geilo. Suggested accommodation: Dr. Holms Hotell or
Vestlia Resort, both at Geilo.
the high points of the trip. The 20-km-long trip from 0 to 867
masl offers some of the wildest, most magnificent Norwegian
nature. Approx. 2 hrs t/r. Recommended lunch at Njål bryggeri in
Flåm. A fjord cruise is recommended in the afternoon, from Flåm
to Gudvangen (take the bus back to Flåm) or a RIB boat trip into
Nærøyfjord, which is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Nærøyfjord
is Europe’s narrowest fjord, surrounded by mountains up to 1800
masl. Recommended accommodation: Fretheim Hotell, Flåm.
Oslo
Day 1 Thursday
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Norwegian highlights
Feeling adventurous?
Fly fishing in Hemsila, Hemsedal
- one right after another. Oslo - Nesbyen - Hemsedal - Sognefjord/Flåm - Bergen
- Hardangerfjord - Geilo - Ål -Oslo. Adults (50+) who are looking for a richly
memorable round trip steeped in culture and nature. From the highest mountains
to the deepest fjords. Duration 8 days
Day 1 Saturday
Day 5 Wednesday
Savour dinner at the charming Hagaled Gjestegård in Nesbyen.
Recommended accommodation: Hagaled Gjestegård, Nesbyen.
Car trip Flåm – Eidfjord to Geilo. The Queen of the Norwegian
fjords welcomes you. Come to Hardanger in early summer and
you will see lush flowering fruit orchards stretching right down
to the beautiful arms of the fjord. Stop at one of Norway’s most
visited natural attractions, Vøringsfoss where water falls freely for
182 meters, on the way to Geilo. Recommended accommodation:
Bardøla Høyfjellshotell, Geilo.
Day 2 Sunday
After a good night’s sleep and Hagaled Gjestegård’s delicious
breakfast, Nesbyen’s old town, the Hallingdal Museum or surrounding mountain areas await exploring. Hike in the mountains
or fish in idyllic mountain lakes. Recommended accommodation:
Hagaled Gjestegård, Nesbyen.
Day 3 Monday
A lovely car trip from Nesbyen over the Hemsedal mountain and
down to the fjords. South-eastern lowlands lie behind you; ahead
awaits the wildly beautiful nature of western Norway. Lunch on
mountain farm fare at Ulsåkstølen in Hemsedal or at the locals’
own restaurant: “Kjøkkenkroken”. Or bring your own packed
lunch. Stop at the Borgund Stave Church and visitors’ centre,
which are splendid examples of old building customs and modern
architecture. Drive further over the mountain on the spectacular
Snow Road between Lærdal and Aurland on the way to Flåm. Recommended accommodation by the fjord at Fretheim Hotell, Flåm.
Day 4 Tuesday
Norway in a Nutshell – The Flåm Railway and a cruise on Sognefjord. The Flåm Railway is one of the high points of the trip. The
20 km trip from Flåm at 0 masl to Myrdal Station at 867 masl
goes through some of the wildest and most magnificent there is
of Norwegian nature. Approx. 2 hrs t/r. Lunch at Njål bryggeri in
Flåm is recommended as is an afternoon cruise on the fjord from
Flåm via Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen (bus back to Flåm). Nærøyfjord, on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, is the narrowest fjord in
Europe, surrounded by mountains up to 1800 m high. Recommended accommodation: Fretheim Hotell, Flåm.
Biking in the Bergsjø area, Ål
Fishing
Cycling
Hemsila (trout fishing), Hemsedal
www.hemsedal.com
The Hol River (trout fishing), Geilo
www.geilo.no
Sea fishing in Hardangerfjord and Sognefjord
www.hardangerfjord.com, www.alr.no
Family cycling on Golsfjell, Gol
www.golinfo.no
Downhill and free ride biking, Geilo, Hemsedal, Nesbyen and Ål
www.hemsedal.com, www.geilo.no, www.nesbyen.no ,
www.al.no
Cycling trips on the Navvy Road, Geilo
www.geilo.no
Cycling trips in the Bergsjø area, Ål
www.al.no
Day 7 Friday
Car trip from Bardøla to Prestholtseter. Wander up the Sherpacrafted stone steps to Skarvsenden (1705 masl) or enjoy mountain farm fare at Prestholtseter. A fantastic panorama over the
Hardangervidda and Hallingskarvet National Parks awaits you at
the top of Prestholtskarvet. Travel thereafter to Ål and visit the
Nesch Museum and possibly Torpo Stave Church. Recommended
accommodation: Ål pensjonat, Ål.
Day 8 Saturday
Travel Ål to Oslo
Day 1 Saturday
Day 5 Wednesday
Oslo – Hemsedal. The evening is to relax and gather strength
for the next day’s airy summit trips. Skarsnuten Hotell serves
honest, rustic food. Recommended accommodation: Skarsnuten
Hotell or Skarsnuten apartments, Hemsedal.
Paddling on the fjord or skiing/glacier hiking in the summer
sun. A car trip from Flåm through Hardangerfjord, the Queen
of Norwegian fjords with beautiful fruit orchards situated in a
spectacular landscape. Kayaking on the fjord to get closer to
the elements. River paddling is offered at Eidfjord or glacier
hiking and summer skiing on Folgefonna. Recommended accommodation: Vøringsfoss Hotell, Eidfjord or cabins at Kjærtveit
Camping, Eidfjord.
Day 2 Sunday
Via Ferrata – airy summit trips! Experienced guides bring safety
equipment and climbing harnesses for everyone. The trail has
varying degrees of difficulty, but not so difficult that anyone
in normal physical shape can accomplish the route. Duration:
3 hrs. Recommended accommodation: Skarsnuten Hotell,
Hemsedal.
Day 6 Thursday
National costumes, rose painting and Viking era burial mounds.
After breakfast, a walk along the 12 km nature and culture trail
around Ustedalsfjord awaits. Here you will see cultural monuments one after the other, such as Geilojordet and Viking era
burial mounds. The Hol rural museum has a complete 200-300
year old farmyard. The afternoon is open for recreation and time
at the Dr. Holms Hotel, SPA. Alternatively go searching for elk on
an exciting excursion to see the King of the forest up close. Recommended accommodation: Dr. Holms Hotell, Geilo.
Oslo - Hemsedal - Sognefjord - Bergen - Hardangerfjord - Geilo - Oslo. Families
with older children (12-15 yrs), couples and friends who want an active vacation
in wild, beautiful nature. This package has everything from summit climbing and
paddling on green-blue fjords to rafting down wild rapids and glacier hiking on
blue ice. Duration: 8 days
Day 3 Monday
Hardangervidda National Park
Kayaking, Jondal, Hardangerfjord
Hiking
Adventure sport
10 Iconic Walks
www.fjellandfjord.com
Topp 20, Hemsedal
www.hemsedal.com
Topp 11, Gol
www.golinfo.no
Ål 52, Ål
www.al.no
Hardangervidda National Park, Geilo
www.geilo.no
Hallingskarvet National Park, Geilo
www.geilo.no
Folgefonna National Park, Hardangerfjord
www.hardangerfjord.com
Via Ferrata, Hemsedal and Odda
www.norskeopplevelser.no, www.opplevodda.com
Waterfall jumping
www.flatearth.no
Rafting, Geilo
www.dagaliopplevelser.no, www.seriousfun.no
River paddling, Øvre Eidfjord
www.flatearth.no
Kayaking, Jondal
www.visitjondal.no
Downhill and free ride biking, Geilo, Hemsedal, Nesbyen and Ål
www.hemsedal.com, www.geilo.no, www.nesbyen.no , www.al.no
Paragliding, Hemsedal
www.hemsedal.com
Rock climbing; Hemsedal, Øvre Eidfjord
www.flatearth.no, www.norskeopplevelser.no
Season: 1 June until 30 September
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Hike in lovely mountain terrain or take a chairlift to the top.
The day is meant for easier hiking or cycling trips. Hemsedal
has much to offer. The Top 20 summit hiking programme offers
a choice of well-marked trails and maps of the region to experience what you will of panoramas from one of Hemsedal’s
many beautiful summits. Recommended accommodation:
Skarsnuten Hotell.
Day 4 Tuesday
Nærøyfjord – narrow, spectacular – and on UNESCO’s World
Heritage List. Drive over Hemsedalsfjell passing Borgund Stave
Church, through Lærdal tunnel or over the mountain on the
spectacular Snow Road between Lærdal and Aurland to Flåm
(2 hours). Leave the car in Flåm and take a 3-hour Sognefjord
cruise, via Underdal to Gudvangen and take a boat or bus back
to Flåm. After a trip on the fjord, the afternoon can be used to
ride the Flåm Railway which climbs 850 m up the mountain.
Spend the night in Flåm. Recommended accommodation:
Fretheim Hotell, Flåm.
Day 6 Thursday
Car trip Eidfjord to Geilo (Do stop at Norway’s most renown
waterfall, Vøringsfoss). Rafting on fresh water rivers at Geilo.
Rafting down white water or family-friendly trips in calmer
waters are offered by several businesses. Experienced instructors take good care of safety. Recommended accommodation:
Bardøla Høyfjellshotell (for cabins or rooms), Geilo.
Day 7 Friday
Downhill, cycling the Navvy Road or glacier hiking on Norway’s
roof. From the simplest to the truly challenging adventures. At
Geilo, bicycle enthusiasts may be let loose. For those who enjoy speed and excitement, the downhill bike park at Geilolia is
worth a try. Should you wish cycling trips, use the day to cycle
along the Navvy Road, Norway’s most popular bike route. If the
cold and ice call to you, glacier hiking is available on Hardangerjøkulen. Crampons, ice axes and ropes enable an experience of the beautiful and spectacular blue ice. Recommended
accommodation: Bardøla Høyfjellshotell, Geilo.
Day 8 Saturday
Travel from Geilo to Oslo
Season: 1 June (the Navvy Road opens approx.
20 July) until 30 September