Norway: 13 Places to See - Geirangerfjord to Lofoten
Explore 13 iconic landmarks across Norway, from the dramatic Geirangerfjord and Pulpit Rock to the Arctic beauty of the Lofoten Islands. This curated route showcases the country's most striking natural features, including Trolltunga, Kjeragbolten, and the scenic Atlantic Ocean Road, along with pristine glaciers and fjords.
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Geirangerfjord
- End
- Bøyabreen
- Stops
- 14
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Geirangerfjord — Dramatic fjord with cascading waterfalls and steep mountainous cliffs.
- Pulpit Rock — Iconic cliff viewpoint rising 604 meters above Lysefjord.
- Trolltunga — Dramatic rock formation extending 700 meters above Ringedalsvatnet lake.
- Lofoten Islands — Arctic islands featuring dramatic peaks, fishing villages, and coastal landscapes.
- Atlantic Ocean Road — Scenic coastal drive connecting islands and peninsulas with dramatic ocean views.
- Dovrefjell
- Henningsvær
- Folgefonna National Park
- Trolltunga
- Langfossen
- Naerøyfjord
- Reine (Reinebringen)
- Kjeragbolten
- Bøyabreen
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Visit Langfossen waterfall in spring when snow melts from mountains to see increased water flow and more vibrant scenery.
- Timing
- Visit Runde Island between April and August when Atlantic puffins breed and nest on the steep cliffs.
- Timing
- Visit Steinsdalsfossen waterfall in late spring as snow in mountains melts to see the waterfall at full flow.
- Tip
- To reach Trolltunga (700-1100m elevation), bring snow shoes, thick clothing, and safety equipment as winter conditions are harsh.
- Tip
- Hike to Kjeragbolten is steep and difficult, especially in rain, but rewards with panoramic views and photo opportunities of the suspended boulder.
- Tip
- To reach Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), travel 8km on rugged paths through shady forests and open mountain ridges; green landscape in summer, red and gold in autumn.
- Tip
- Reach Bøyabreen glacier arm by climbing rocks and passing through dense forests; experience reveals blue creaking glaciers.
- Timing
- Visit Sommary in winter to see snow and Northern Lights combined with Sommary bridge lights for a stunning contrast.
- Tip
- Steinsdalsfossen waterfall offers a unique experience: walk behind the water curtain without getting wet and feel nature's power up close.
- Transport
- Experience Naerøyfjord's beauty on modern electric ferries for unique tranquility while viewing the 17km fjord narrowing to 250m.
- Tip
- Drive the Atlantic Ocean Road during midnight sun or storm conditions to witness raw beauty and power of nature.
- Timing
- Visit Vøringsfossen with new footbridge (built 2020); experience varies by season and weather, adding dramatic smoke and mist effects.
Video on this route
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