Fjord Cycling / Practical info

Practical information

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The journey to the Sognefjord - the king of the fjords. The trip can start in Bergen, Oslo or in Sogndal.

  • From Bergen - Experience Bergen as many days as you want before or after the tour. At Strandkaien in the center of Bergen, you board the costal boat to Sogn - or take the train to Myrdal and Flåm.
  • From Oslo - by car you spend about 5 hours. The bus from Oslo has several departures per day and takes about 6 hours to Sogndal.
  • From Oslo Gardermoen you can take a flight to Sogndal Airport Haukåsen.
  • From Oslo you can take the train to Myrdal, experience the Flåm Railway and take a bus or boat on to the Sognefjord.

Packing list

Yes, the weather in Western Norway is changing rapidly.

If you are lucky, you can experience all four seasons in one hour in the fjord landscape.

Due to the changing weather, we ask all guests to bring;

  • Windproof jacket and trousers
  • Gloves
  • Thin hat to wear under the helmet
  • Good shoes with a stiff sole for cycling or shoes suitable for hiking in the mountains
  • Thin wool
  • Headlamp - for two tunnels without light
  • It is mandatory to wear a helmet on our adventures. If you do not have one, we lend.
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The bikes

You ride a sporty Scott hybrid bike. A light and comfortable bike that provides a nice and comfortable sitting position and is easy to get on and off. The bike works well both on asphalt pavement and on gravel roads. The bikes are equipped with damping on the front wheel and have hydraulic disc brakes for safe braking in all weather conditions.

The bikes are regularly and well maintained. You will receive a bicycle in your size and the bicycles have a rear rack, mudgards, bottle holder, light, lock and a waterproof large bicycle bag.

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SCOTT Sub Cross 45 Women

Frame - SUB Cross aluminum frame

Fork - Suntour NEX-HLO lockable damping fork with 63 mm suspension

Gear - Shimano Alivio 27

Brakes - Tektro hydraulic disc brakes

Rims - Syncros X - 39 disc

Size: Small - Xtra large

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SCOTT Sub Cross 45 Men

Frame - SUB Cross aluminum frame

Fork - Suntour NEX-HLO lockable damping fork with 63 mm suspension

Gear - Shimano Alivio 27

Brakes - Tektro hydraulic disc brakes

Rims - Syncros X - 39 disc

Size: Small - Xtra large

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