Deep fjords, waterfalls, glaciers and hairpin roads: western Norway has some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe. This ten-day itinerary starts in Bergen and heads up the fjord coast.
Itinerary: from Bergen to Ålesund
- Days 1 and 2: Bergen: the Hanseatic Bryggen wharf and Mount Fløyen
- Day 3: Voss, then Flåm and the Nærøyfjord
- Day 4: The Sognefjord and its stave church
- Day 5: The Jostedal glacier and its glacier arms
- Days 6 and 7: Geiranger and its fjord, with its viewpoints
- Day 8: The Trollstigen road and the Romsdal valley
- Days 9 and 10: Ålesund, then drive back or fly from Ålesund
When to go
From June to August, mountain roads are open and days are very long. Some famous roads, such as Trollstigen, close in winter. May and September are quieter, with a risk of snow at altitude.
Getting around
A car lets you follow the fjords at your own pace. Ferries are part of the road network: include them in your journey times. Tolls are automatic; the rental company bills them after the rental.
Our tips
- Distances look short, but roads are slow and winding
- Book accommodation early in summer, options are limited in the fjords
- Budget more than elsewhere in Europe
- Pack warm, waterproof clothing, even in July
Plan this trip with Voyage : mon guide
Add each stop with its number of nights: the app creates the days and puts the whole route on an Apple Maps map. Keep viewpoints, waterfalls and hikes in the ideas box, log flights, trains and rentals on the right day, then prepare the trip for offline use before leaving. Once there, Guide mode shows the current day and tonight’s hotel.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car?
It is strongly recommended. You can combine trains, buses and boats, but with much less freedom.
Can I add the Lofoten Islands?
Yes, but they are far north: plan a domestic flight and at least four days there.
Plan this itinerary with Voyage : mon guide.
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