Lusterfjord

View to the glacier Nigard, from the parking ca 2 km hiking

You cycle or take the bus (between 20.6 and 20.8) to the valley of Jostedalen where you can experience the spectacular glacier up close. Jostedal glacier (487 km2) is the largest glacier on the European mainland, and the glacier have many “arms”, one of the most accessible is Nigard glacier in the Jostedalen valley. From the Jostedalsbreen National Park Information Center – Breheimsenteret, the road leads to Nigard lake. From the parking you can take the small boat part of the way or hike ( 3 km one way) The path continues by the lake on the well-marked path to the glacier. Perfect hike to experience the massive glacier. Enjoy your lunch with a view of the blue ice before visiting the “Breheimsenteret” and returning to Marifjøra by bike or with the bus.

Alternative:

Instead of hiking to the glacier you can hike to Molden from your hotel. You reach the top of Molden, at 1116 m above sea level. The best view is to the east, over the innermost parts of Lusterfjorden with Nes and Høyheimsvik in the foreground.

Molden is described as the finest viewpoint of the Sognefjord, with a panoramic view of the fjord arms and the high mountains of Jotunheimen.

Overnight at the hotel with fjord view.

One of Norways highest waterfalls; Feigum fossen, looks small from the other side of the fjord.

You take the cycle path to Gaupne and will have spectacular view of “Røneidsberget” and the mountains inland from Jostedalen valley. Stop in Gaupne to visit one of our heritages treasure the old wooden church. You roll on to Nes and Høyheimsvik were you have great views of Feigumfossen, which you will cycle under the next day.

In Luster you find a good local bakery, widely known in the area for excellent cinnamon rolls among others. Choose your favorites and enjoy your lunch – in the café or by the fjord.

Skjolden, at the very end of Lusterfjorden, was also an important transport station were trade took place when the fjord was the road. Cloven horses with heavy loads travelling from the eastern mountains to the fjord to sell their skins and buy their fish and salt

You can visit the Wittgenstein House perched to the edge of the Eide Lake.  One of the greatest philosophers of the 20th century, Ludwig Wittgenstein, lived here for periods.

Cycling up the Mørkrid valley is recommended, flat and easy 7 km one way. Great waterfalls and a beautiful hike to do from were you park your bike.

1 or 2 nights in Skjolden – the choice is yours. Hotel by the fjord. Dinner can be included.

Low budget accomodation available, in cabin.

Turquise Lusterfjord from Skjolden – you get to cycle on both sides of the fjord.

You cycle “the romantic road” to Urnes. Idyllic sceneries along the fjord, past small farms and agricultural properties where they grow fruit and berries. You pass the Lerum Juice Museum located at Sørheim that can be visited in high season.

At Feigumfossen, Norway’s second highest unregulated waterfall with its 218 m, you can hike, 30 minutes for close contact with the waterfall and for a completely natural shower! Well marked path. By the fjord you will find the café in the old sawmill, and the place is perfect for a fjord swim.

When you arrive at Urnes, we recommend cycling up the hill to Norway’s oldest stave church. Built in the 1130s, the stave church is in a special position in terms of architecture, style history and excellent craftsmanship and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979.

Take the ferry to Solvorn. The small village of Solvorn have charming wooden houses. Overnight stay in Solvorn or pick – up of bikes and transport to Sogndal for overnight stay by the fjord. Overnight in Sogndal included.

Spectacular views at Fimreite – ca 20 km from Sogndal

Discover our regional center Sogndal and take the Fjord Cruice to Fimreite for a great cider experience. (Saturdays). Cidertasting with snacks at a local farm with passionate farmers (not included)

Overnight in Sogndal included.

Alternatives: Cycle Sogndal valley ( 38 km) or hike from your hotel.

From Sogndal take the bus to Leikanger and the boat to Flåm and experience the Flåm Railway.

We are locals and have all the information you need and are happy to help with all arrangements.