{"id":55032,"date":"2024-03-26T18:00:18","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T17:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/visit-geirangerfjord\/"},"modified":"2026-01-08T16:57:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T14:57:51","slug":"visit-geirangerfjord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Geiranger on our map: visit the most famous fjord"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You want to explore the famous <strong>Geiranger fjord<\/strong>, one of Norway&#8217;s most charming fjords. Are you wondering about the various options for exploring this fjord (hiking, cruising&#8230;)? You&#8217;ve come to the right place! We had the same questions when planning our trip.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Geirangerfjord<\/strong> is one of our favorite fjords in Norway, with its breathtaking panoramas and deep blue waters. Whether you&#8217;re sailing through its calm waters or admiring the panorama while <strong>hiking to the village of Skagefla<\/strong> or from the incredible <strong>Skywalk<\/strong> viewpoint, there are plenty of activities to discover the fjord.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you prepare, we&#8217;re sharing with you all the options for exploring Geirangerfjord. From discovering the fjord by <strong>boat<\/strong>, to the <strong>various viewpoints<\/strong> offering breathtaking panoramas, we&#8217;ll cover it all. We&#8217;ll give you some tips for discovering the fjord off the <strong>beaten track<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire d\u00e9taill\u00e9<\/span>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Our_opinion_of_Geirangerfjord\" >Our opinion of Geirangerfjord<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Map_of_the_most_beautiful_places_in_Geiranger\" >Map of the most beautiful places in Geiranger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Boat_cruise_on_Geirangerfjord\" >Boat cruise on Geirangerfjord<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#What_to_do_in_the_village_of_Geiranger\" >What to do in the village of Geiranger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Skagefla_the_hike_to_do\" >Skagefla, the hike to do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#The_most_beautiful_viewpoints_Skywalk\" >The most beautiful viewpoints: Skywalk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Kayaking_off_the_beaten_track\" >Kayaking off the beaten track<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Practical_information_for_your_visit\" >Practical information for your visit<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Unusual_accommodation_in_Geiranger\" >Unusual accommodation in Geiranger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#How_to_get_to_Geiranger_fjord_on_your_road_trip\" >How to get to Geiranger fjord on your road trip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Rent_a_car\" >Rent a car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#How_long_can_I_stay\" >How long can I stay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#When_should_you_go_to_Geiranger_Whats_the_best_season\" >When should you go to Geiranger? What&#8217;s the best season?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-geirangerfjord\/#Road_trip_around_Geirangerfjord\" >Road trip around Geirangerfjord<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_opinion_of_Geirangerfjord\"><\/span>Our opinion of Geirangerfjord<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Geirangerfjord<\/strong> is <strong>one of our favorite Norwegian fjords<\/strong>. We&#8217;re not the only ones to have fallen under the spell of this sublime natural landscape, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by<strong>UNESCO<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And victim of its success, many cruise ships stop here. There were 2 of them on the day of our visit, which we tried to hide using the trees in our many photos. Still, we found this <strong>fjord really photogenic<\/strong> and managed to find a few <strong>secluded viewpoints<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know more about this little Norwegian nugget, we&#8217;ll give you the different options for discovering it and avoiding the crowds!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54931\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102601595-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54931\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102601595-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102601595-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102601595-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54941\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102757067-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54941\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102757067-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102757067-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102757067-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54951\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104415942.PORTRAIT-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54951\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104415942.PORTRAIT-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104415942.PORTRAIT-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104415942.PORTRAIT-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Map_of_the_most_beautiful_places_in_Geiranger\"><\/span>Map of the most beautiful places in Geiranger  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Geiranger Fjord is a <strong>fjord<\/strong> nestled among mountains in the<strong>fjord region of southwest<\/strong> Norway, 100 km south of the town of<strong>Alesund<\/strong> and 80 km from<strong>Andalsnes<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make your preparation easier, we&#8217;ve listed all the points we talk about below on our map.<\/p>\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/2\/embed?mid=1L_qAiy8PLX0ciPU8xM5zWYWb9arh95E&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boat_cruise_on_Geirangerfjord\"><\/span>Boat cruise on Geirangerfjord<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As always, when we talk about fjords, we like to start with a little definition, so what exactly is a fjord? For the space of a few lines, we&#8217;re transformed into Jamie from &#8220;C&#8217;est pas Sorcier&#8221;. So a fjord is an <strong>arm of the sea<\/strong> wedged between mountains or cliffs (it&#8217;s salt water, all right). It&#8217;s the result of millennia of glacial erosion. It&#8217;s a thing of beauty and, in our opinion, a must-see once in your life!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"55098\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120539159-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-55098\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120539159-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120539159-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120539159-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No road runs along the entire length of the fjord, so if you want to explore the fjord in depth, one of the best options is to set off by <strong>boat to explore all its riches<\/strong>. It&#8217;s also a great way to get away from the crowds.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the boat option we recommend, as we wanted to go with a company offering small capacities on its boats.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Favourite &#x2764;&#xfe0f;:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/stavanger-l4561\/stavanger-croisiere-lysefjord-decouvrez-preikestolen-t441413\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=stavangerpreikestolen&amp;deeplink_id=80ce79d9-b98e-5546-bd4f-f8ea98afbe93&amp;page_id=53b71634-2315-572e-b481-ea1908dff48d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The guided tour of the fjord on a motorboat<\/a>, departing from the town of Geiranger, we<strong> boarded a motorboat<\/strong> to discover the fjord and admire up close the <strong>7 waterfalls<\/strong> (also known as the 7 sisters) for which the fjord is famous. At the same time, the guide shared with us useful information about the region and the Norwegian fjords.<br\/><br\/>For <strong>1h30 we enjoyed sailing <\/strong>along the calm waters of the fjord,<strong> surrounded by impressive cliffs<\/strong> and <strong>breathtaking scenery<\/strong>.  <br\/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x27a1;&#xfe0f; A word of advice: don&#8217;t forget to book <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/geiranger-l4560\/visite-guidee-en-bateau-geiranger-t545282\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=geiranger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your tickets online<\/a> in advance (around \u20ac59 per person), especially during the tourist season, as these excursions are very popular and the number of places is limited.  <\/p>\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"545282\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"fr-FR\" data-gyg-currency=\"EUR\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"0LXQSML\" data-gyg-cmp=\"geiranger\"><span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/geiranger-l4560\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-bouton-Z1UrHmm wp-block-lazyblock-bouton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/geiranger-l4560\/visite-guidee-en-bateau-geiranger-t545282\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=geiranger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\"><button>Check availability<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_the_village_of_Geiranger\"><\/span>What to do in the village of Geiranger<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As usual, we&#8217;ll be honest: we don&#8217;t advise you to linger in the village of Geiranger, as it&#8217;s a very small village and very touristy, with 2 cruise ships parked in the fjord when we were there in mid-June (photos below).  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We did take note of the <strong>Fjord Museum<\/strong>, which traces the history of the fjords and explains in detail the <strong>tsunami of 1934<\/strong>. A good option if the weather is rainy. We just stopped off at a store called <strong>Geiranger Sjokolade Fjordn\u00e6r<\/strong>, which produces great chocolate and was recommended to us by other travelers. Since we&#8217;re gourmets, we couldn&#8217;t resist the temptation!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102709206-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54936\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102709206-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102709206-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_102709206-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skagefla_the_hike_to_do\"><\/span>Skagefla, the hike to do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For our first stay in Norway, we opted for the most famous hike in the area, to the old<strong> Skagefl\u00e5<\/strong> farm. You have several options for getting there.  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Options 1<\/strong> <strong>and 2<\/strong>: The trail starts at the <strong>Homlong pay parking lot<\/strong>, 2km from the village, payment via PayPal, the parking lot is small and there are also spaces on the roadside (6km &#8211; D+ 500m). Or you can start from the village of Geiranger (add 2km of hiking on a road).<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Option 3<\/strong>: You can take a ferry from the <strong>Geiranger<\/strong> terminal <strong>to Skagehola<\/strong>. The climb up to the belvedere takes 45 minutes.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131216997-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Hiking Skagefl&#xE5; Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54911\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131216997-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131216997-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131216997-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The highlight is the <strong>abandoned<\/strong> <strong>Skagefl\u00e5<\/strong> <strong>farm<\/strong>, with its lovely green-roofed buildings perched precariously on the fjord&#8217;s flanks, accessible via a path that winds through breathtaking scenery.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The descent is steep and the trail muddy in places (to be done in dry weather), so be prepared for a hike that requires effort and perseverance. An interesting option for greater peace and quiet is to take the ferry below the farm to the <strong>village of Geiranger<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Key information about the hike: 8KM round trip (from Geiranger), altitude gain 500M and 4h on average<\/em><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"613\" data-id=\"54831\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1200x613.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54831\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1200x613.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-400x204.png 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image.png 1282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The route on the Alltrails website<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In southern Norway, don&#8217;t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/trolltunga-norvege-randonee\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"54368\">Trolltunga hike<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/preikestolen-norway-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"52747\">Preikestolen hike<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_beautiful_viewpoints_Skywalk\"><\/span><strong>The most beautiful viewpoints: Skywalk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Skywalk<\/strong>, a first viewpoint located at <strong>Dalsnibba<\/strong>, at around 1500 m altitude, offers spectacular views of the village of Geiranger and the fjord. It&#8217;s possible to drive up to the top of the hill, but the last stretch is subject to a fee (150 NOK\/car), and the view is incredible. The road is open from mid-May to October.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The access road is also very hot: in mid-June, the snow was still deep and the lakes completely frozen. Don&#8217;t forget to check the weather forecast &#8211; it was very overcast when we were there, so we weren&#8217;t able to make the most of it.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x27a1;&#xfe0f;Si If you&#8217;re not travelling by car, all these viewpoints are accessible by bus. Here are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/geiranger-l4560\/geiranger-flydalsjuvet-eagle-bend-fjords-trip-t415898\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=geiranger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">different excursion options<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"fr-FR\" data-gyg-widget=\"activities\" data-gyg-number-of-items=\"2\" data-gyg-cmp=\"geiranger\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"0LXQSML\" data-gyg-tour-ids=\"415908,415898\"><span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/geiranger-l4560\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"55146\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230612_150429781-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55146\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230612_150429781-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230612_150429781-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230612_150429781-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flydalsjuvet<\/strong>: this viewpoint is located on the narrow Route 63 to the south of the fjord, and offers a lovely view of the fjord. The parking area is very small, which means it&#8217;s impossible to park a bus, so this viewpoint is a little protected from the crowds. We spent some time with our daughter picking the little wildflowers, soft little buds that look like tufts of absorbent cotton.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54966\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111814653-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"viewpoint Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54966\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111814653-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111814653-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111814653-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111649078-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54961\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111649078-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111649078-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_111649078-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Viewpoint: \u00d8rnesvingen lookout<\/strong>. Located on the north side of the fjord, once again on Route 63, the Norwegians have built a beautiful platform from which to observe the fjord. Once again, we&#8217;re pleasantly surprised by the Norwegians&#8217; ability to showcase their natural heritage. Of course, it&#8217;s a very touristy place where many buses stop. To avoid the crowds, we recommend a stopover during the lunch break.<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Point de vue korsmyra<\/strong>, north of Belv\u00e8de <strong>d\u00d8rnesvingen<\/strong>, is a great place for a picnic, with tables available and several hiking trails starting from the parking lot. But we had no energy left to go hiking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54971\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120442730-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"viewpoint Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54971\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120442730-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120442730-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120442730-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120604469-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54986\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120604469-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120604469-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_120604469-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54996\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_124828390-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"viewpoint Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54996\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_124828390-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_124828390-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_124828390-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kayaking_off_the_beaten_track\"><\/span><strong>Kayaking off the beaten track<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For greater peace and quiet, the ideal way to explore the fjord is by kayak. It&#8217;s an experience we&#8217;ve tried out in another fjord, and we loved sailing at our own pace and exploring a fjord on our own. Some fellow travelers lent us their Packraft (inflatable kayaks), so ciao Justine and R\u00e9nald if you happen to be passing by. It&#8217;s not as easy as it sounds, because it&#8217;s often windy in Norway, as your arms will remind you.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guided kayak tours are available, suitable for all levels of experience, and allow you to explore hidden corners of the fjord otherwise inaccessible.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x27a1;&#xfe0f;En find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/geiranger-l4560\/geiranger-location-de-3-heures-de-kayak-dans-le-fjord-de-geiranger-t395963\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=geiranger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">organized kayak tours in the fjord<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"fr-FR\" data-gyg-widget=\"activities\" data-gyg-number-of-items=\"1\" data-gyg-cmp=\"geiranger\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"0LXQSML\" data-gyg-tour-ids=\"395963\"><span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/geiranger-l4560\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"50413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-904x1200.webp\" alt=\"visit norvege norway camping car van family midnight sun\" class=\"wp-image-50413\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-904x1200.webp 904w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-386x512.webp 386w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-768x1020.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-1157x1536.webp 1157w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_111414514-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"50408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-904x1200.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50408\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-904x1200.webp 904w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-386x512.webp 386w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-768x1020.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-1157x1536.webp 1157w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230619_104733109-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_information_for_your_visit\"><\/span>Practical information for your visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unusual_accommodation_in_Geiranger\"><\/span><strong>Unusual accommodation in Geiranger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can either choose to stay overnight in the village of <strong>Geiranger<\/strong>, with its sublime views over the fjord (a must), or in one of the two nearest towns, <strong>Alesund<\/strong> or <strong>Andalsnes<\/strong>. We advise you to book your accommodation several months in advance to get the <strong>maximum choice<\/strong> and the<strong> best prices<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;d just like to point out that, as in the rest of Norway, <strong>the cost of accommodation may come as a surprise <\/strong>. Note that the cost of living in Norway is around 30% higher than in France.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find suitable, well-located accommodation, you&#8217;ll generally need to <strong>budget around \u20ac150-\u20ac200 per night<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-bouton-1JxnOs wp-block-lazyblock-bouton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/union.fr.html?aid=1529171&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\"><button>Top rated accommodations around Geiranger<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Our <\/strong> favorite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/union.fr.html?aid=1529171&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotel Union Geiranger Bad &amp; Spa<\/a>: this accommodation is simply incredible, with <strong>exceptional views over the fjord from the pool<\/strong> (with children&#8217;s pool area inside) perfect for relaxing after a day hiking or exploring the fjord. We recommend you take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/union.fr.html?aid=1529171&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the photos here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/union.fr.html?aid=1529171&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"54883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/fjord-Geiranger-1200x800.webp\" alt=\"hotel fjord Geiranger\" class=\"wp-image-54883\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-bouton-1KK1p wp-block-lazyblock-bouton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/union.fr.html?aid=1529171&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\"><button>View photos and prices<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Geiranger_fjord_on_your_road_trip\"><\/span>How to get to Geiranger fjord on your road trip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Car<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend arriving via <strong>Route 63 <\/strong>(or Route des Aigles)<strong> from the south<\/strong>, where you&#8217;ll experience a spectacular descent, losing 1,000 meters of altitude over just 10 kilometers. We slept in a parking lot near the <strong>Dalsnibba<\/strong> viewpoint, so that we could make the descent in the morning and enjoy the panoramic views of the fjord from the road.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Remember to check whether the road is open at the time of your stay.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re arriving by <strong>Route 63 from the north<\/strong>, we recommend a snack stop at the Gudbrandsjuvet Caf\u00e9, a great caf\u00e9 with excellent cinnamon rolls, fully glazed to allow you to admire the superb waterfall opposite the glacier.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54916\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_085008385-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54916\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_085008385-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_085008385-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_085008385-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Airplane<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many small airports in Norway, making it easy to get around this immense country. Internal links are well developed.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nearest airport is in the town of <strong>Alesund<\/strong>, around 100km away. There are several daily flights from <strong>Oslo to Alesund<\/strong> in high season.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rent_a_car\"><\/span>Rent a car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Public transport is virtually non-existent outside the cities. Hitchhiking doesn&#8217;t seem to be very developed in 8 weeks, and we only met and picked up hitchhikers 2 times.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best thing about Norway is to have <strong>your own vehicle<\/strong>, so you can discover this incredible country at your own pace and stop for photo breaks.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t expect to cover large distances at once, as <strong>speed<\/strong> limits <strong>are quite low<\/strong> (60km\/hour on average) and the roads are often <strong>narrow<\/strong>, so you&#8217;ll have to wait on the side for another car to pass, plus the constant ups and downs demand a lot of concentration.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x27a1;&#xfe0f;Pour<\/strong>to compare rental offers easily, we used the <strong>DiscoverCars<\/strong> comparator.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It lets you see at a glance:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>deposit amount<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>type of bank card accepted (debit or credit)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>what&#8217;s really included in insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>customer reviews for each rental company<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4a1; Another important point: <strong>the comprehensive insurance offered via DiscoverCars<\/strong> is often much cheaper than that added directly at the rental company&#8217;s counter, while offering broader coverage. A real time-saver, and above all a way of avoiding unpleasant surprises when picking up or returning the vehicle.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, you can collect your car from<strong>Alesund<\/strong> airport. Remember to book in advance, and expect to pay around \u20ac50 per day on average.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/norway\/alesund\/aes?a_aid=PourquoiPasNous\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/norway\/alesund\/aesa?aid=PourquoiPasNous\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Compare offers on DiscoverCars<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_I_stay\"><\/span><strong><br\/>How long can I stay?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, the ideal length of your visit to Geirangerfjord depends on what you want to see and do.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend staying 2 days to explore the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>D1 <strong>cruise on Geirangerfjord<\/strong> and afternoon hike to the village of <strong>Skagefla<\/strong> (weather permitting).  <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>D2 Explore <strong>scenic routes<\/strong> such as the Route des Aigles (Route 63), with its impressive views of the fjord (see our list above). Add a visit to the <strong>Geirangerfjord Museum<\/strong> to understand the geology and history of this unique region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54956\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104747857-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway Skywalk\" class=\"wp-image-54956\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104747857-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104747857-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_104747857-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54946\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_103556289.PORTRAIT-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"Geiranger Fjord Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54946\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_103556289.PORTRAIT-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_103556289.PORTRAIT-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230613_103556289.PORTRAIT-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_go_to_Geiranger_Whats_the_best_season\"><\/span>When should you go to Geiranger? What&#8217;s the best season?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer is undoubtedly the best time to visit Geiranger. During these months, the climate is at its mildest, offering pleasant temperatures that generally vary between 13\u00b0C and 20\u00b0C, and the days are long as you approach the Arctic Circle.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Other periods to consider :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spring (mid-May to June)<\/strong>: The melting snow makes the waterfalls particularly impressive. It&#8217;s also ideal for avoiding the crowds. As mentioned above, there were already 2 liners in the fjord when we visited in June (around 6,000 passengers per boat&#8230;).  <br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Autumn (September to October)<\/strong>: You can enjoy autumn colors and a still pleasant, if cooler and more unpredictable, climate.<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Winter (November to February)<\/strong>: Geiranger is much quieter, and many attractions may be closed. However, for those looking for an authentic Norwegian winter experience and not afraid of the cold or the dark, this is a magical time of year, especially for activities like cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in the surrounding area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Road_trip_around_Geirangerfjord\"><\/span>Road trip around Geirangerfjord  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend spending at least 1 week exploring the area around Geiranger. We&#8217;re going to devote 1 article to our Norwegian road trip in detail.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few ideas of things to do and see around Geiranger &#8211; as always in Norway, the standard is very, very high!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">To the south :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lovanet<\/strong>: about 2 hours to the south, this little-known lake with its transparent waters is nestled between snow-capped mountains. We took the only road along the lake, then picnicked at a small beach to get a closer look at the pure water, fed by numerous waterfalls. Another little corner of paradise away from the crowds in Norway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-16 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"54280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230607_121218229-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"fjord + canoe norway\" class=\"wp-image-54280\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230607_121218229-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230607_121218229-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230607_121218229-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1594\" data-id=\"55026\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131117643-1200x1594.webp\" alt=\"norvege\" class=\"wp-image-55026\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131117643-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131117643-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230611_131117643-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nigardsbreen glacier<\/strong>: around 5 hours to the south, Jostedalbreen is Europe&#8217;s largest glacier. As you&#8217;ve probably gathered by now, everything in Norway is bigger and more impressive than anywhere else. We were able to get very close to one of its tongues after a 6 km round trip and 300M D+ on sometimes slippery rocks. The hike was simply sublime, with a view of a pastel-green lake on one side and the bluish glacier on the other. Another photo selection that&#8217;s not easy to make. Lison, accompanied by Licorne, walked 2.5km, with one goal in mind: to touch the snow on the glacier.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-17 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"54901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230608_105822126-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Glacier Norway\" class=\"wp-image-54901\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230608_105822126-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230608_105822126-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20230608_105822126-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bergen: about 6 hours to the south, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/que-faire-a-bergen\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53527\">Bergen is a charming town to visit in Norway<\/a>. Although we&#8217;re not big on cities, our curiosity led us to explore the country&#8217;s second-largest city (which looks more like a small village), and we were won over by its <strong>adorable<\/strong> <strong>residential areas<\/strong> and the <strong>funicular<\/strong> ride up to <strong>Mount Floyen<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t forget to explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/fjords-bergen\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53552\">fjords from Bergen<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">To the north  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/troll-route-platform-trollstigen-norvege\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"56319\">The unmissable Troll Road<\/a>&#8211; we&#8217;re going to devote an article to this incredible road. After many kilometers on a plateau, this series of dizzying switchbacks drops steeply into the valley. Platforms allow you to fully appreciate the panorama, with the gentle sound of the waterfalls making the place peaceful despite the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-18 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" data-id=\"53491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230614_100626102-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"Troll Route, Trollstigen, Norway\" class=\"wp-image-53491\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230614_100626102-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230614_100626102-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PXL_20230614_100626102-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope this article will help you plan your visit and take full advantage of all the fjord has to offer. And who knows, maybe, like us, you&#8217;ll be enchanted by the unique charm of this fjord. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/fjords-bergen\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53552\">Fjords around Bergen<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/lysefjord-norvege\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53392\">Lysefjord at Stavanger<\/a> are among the most beautiful in Norway.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to leave us a <strong>note<\/strong> or <strong>5 stars<\/strong> below, to let us know if you&#8217;re planning this trip, to ask any questions you may have, below we&#8217;ll answer you with great pleasure. 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