How to get there
Reach Geiranger by car via the Ørnevegen (Eagle Road) from Eidsdal or the Trollstigen from Åndalsnes, or by ferry from Hellesylt. Sightseeing boats and kayaks leave from the village pier.
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Geirangerfjord
A UNESCO World Heritage fjord renowned for its deep blue waters, dramatic cliffs, and stunning waterfalls like the Seven Sisters.
Written and reviewed by Anas Morsali, founder of travellerseasyLast reviewed 11 September 2026Based on the author's own tripHow we research
Photograph by Anas Morsali, taken during his own trip
Geirangerfjord is a 15-kilometre-long fjord in the Sunnmøre region of western Norway, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding natural beauty. The fjord is flanked by sheer cliffs rising up to 1,400 metres, with numerous waterfalls cascading down the rock faces. The most famous are the Seven Sisters (Dei Sju Systre), a series of seven separate streams that plunge from a height of 250 metres directly into the fjord. Across from them stands the Suitor waterfall, which according to legend, is forever trying to court the sisters. The scenic viewpoints of Flydalsjuvet and Ørnesvingen (Eagle's Bend) offer breathtaking panoramas of the fjord from above. Visitors can explore by cruise boat, kayak, or by hiking the many trails that wind along the cliff edges. The abandoned mountain farms of Skageflå and Blomberg, accessible only by foot, offer fascinating glimpses into the hardy lives of those who once farmed these precipitous slopes.
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Visiting Geirangerfjord: practical information
Best time to go
Late May to September; the mountain roads close in winter.
Time needed
One full day.
What it costs
Fjord sightseeing cruise around NOK 400–500; the Hellesylt car ferry NOK 500–700 per car.
Good to know before you go
- Flydalsjuvet and Ørnesvingen are free viewpoints and give the classic photographs.
- Cruise ships arrive mid-morning; the village is calmest before 10:00 and after 17:00.
- The hike to the abandoned Skageflå farm starts from a boat drop-off and takes about 4 hours.
Other highlights in Norway
Lofoten Islands
An Arctic archipelago of jagged peaks, white-sand beaches, and traditional red fishing cabins set against the Northern Lights.
Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock)
A flat-topped cliff rising 604 metres above the Lysefjord, offering one of the most iconic viewpoints in all of Norway.
Trolltunga
A spectacular rock formation jutting horizontally out of a mountain, hovering 700 metres above Lake Ringedalsvatnet.