SPRING & BLOSSOMING SEASON IN FJORD NORWAY
We know the times are challenging, but still we hope you are happy to receive a bit of inspiration and ideas on spring season in Fjord Norway for planning 2021.
Spring is one of the most beautiful times to experience Fjord Norway. Not only does nature come to life – with the snow melting, birds chirping, and fruit trees blossoming; the locals also awake from hibernation. In addition, it is a time with fewer tourists in the region and we believe that the tourist post covid-19 will be eager to travel, but they want to avoid the crowds. Encourage your guests to travel from beginning of April, when spring is starting and when you can have 3 seasons in a day travelling through the region. Tourists coming in spring will have more space to explore and to enjoy all our attractions and natural wonders. We hope to welcome you soon!
More inspiration at fjordnorway.com

Adventures in Fjærland

Astonishing.There is no other word. A paradise surrounded by towering glaciers and origin of Fjærland's sculptural natural beauty. While winter seems otherworldly the warmer seasons offer other beautiful images in which time seems to stand still with its blue waters as turquoise as in many of the tropic seas. Visitors with an interest in cultural and gastronomic tours should not miss this location. The picturesque Book Town opens during the summer season, and you can find a vast selection of literature from national and international authors on the book shop shelves. Local guides offer custom outdoor experiences and share their local heritage year-round. Families with children should not miss a visit to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. In addition to learning about these important ice masses, they offer an interactive experience for big and small.
More info at Visit Sognefjord

Road cycling from Voss to Granvin

Spring season is the time to begin exploring the region from the bicycles again. A very nice trip is this road cycling tour from Voss to Granvin, especially when the fields and trees are blossoming again. On the way, visit the beautiful waterfall Skjervsfossen on the Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger. Continue afterwards on the paved road on the right-hand side of Lake Granvinsvatnet and follow the cycle path to Granvin. Voss – Granvin – 29 km one way.

More info at visitvoss.no

Blossoming season in the Hardangerfjord region

Hardangerfjord is known for fruit farming and the region is at its most beautiful in spring during the blossoming season. Fruit farmers all along the Hardangerfjord have opened their farms for visitors, offering farm tours and sample tastings. A local speciality, the apple cider, is produced after harvesting in autumn and is to be launched in spring – definitely worth a try!
Every May a Cider Launch Festival takes place in Ulvik, a highlight for the locals and an insider tip for visitors. Farm visits in the whole Hardangerfjord region can be booked at Taste Hardanger (new dates to be published soon)

More info at hardangerfjord.com

Bergen City of Gastronomy

Bergen City of Gastronomy builds on its thousand-year history as a meeting place and trading centre for local produce and unique culinary traditions. Surrounded by the sea, deep fjords and high mountains and with ample access to fertile mountain pastures, the region offers first-rate produce from the sea and land. Its rich traditional culinary culture and access to a great variety of products from magnificent, pure surroundings provide the inspiration for creative and innovative cuisine. The Bergen region has a number of internationally renowned restaurants and a growing number of world-class chefs. Creative culinary artists who cultivate, develop and pass on local food culture and gastronomy, and who combine local produce, seasonal twists and creativity exquisitely. You can find more information about Bergen City of Gastronomy here.

More info at visitbergen.com

Lambing season and wildlife at the Fjord Coast

Visit the Fjord Coast in spring and you can experience the wildlife up close. Go on an eagle safari in one of the many island paradises and be amazed by those majestic birds how they soar above you and watch as the eaglets try to fly. Spring season also means breeding and lambing season. Traditionally lambing season starts in early spring and you can watch the lambs bounce across frosty fields. It is also a beautiful time for walking around the Fjord Coast, so why not go on a hiking tour. 
More info at fjordkysten.no

Food and baking courses in Sunnfjord

Kari at Fjordamattunet lives and breathes traditional Norwegian food. At Fjordamattunet in Jølster in the Sunnfjord Region she offers food and baking courses. If you want some insight into true traditional Norwegian baking Kari will take you on a journey through the craftsmanship behind it.
More info at sunnfjord.no

Hiking and history in Nordfjord

A hike on the trails in the forest Trivselsskogen (“enjoyment forest”) offers multiple viewpoints, open cabins, playgrounds and a new viewing platform reaching out over an 80-meter-high waterfall. The trails are easy to reach from Sandane at the Nordfjord. 

A lot of history can be found on the saga island of Selja in the wild Stadhavet sea. Here you’ll find the origin of the legend of Princess Sunniva as well as the location for Norway’s first monastery. You can also include a trip to the West Cape – Norway’s westernmost viewpoint. At the restaurant visitors can savour light meals or a coffee while enjoying the spectacular views. 

More info at nordfjord.no

3 fjords in 1 cruise from Ålesund to Geirangerfjord 

Travel along the old sea road from the open landscapes in Ålesund to the narrow straits in Storfjorden and the UNESCO World Heritage Geirangerfjord! The sailing time is 3 hours from Ålesund via 3 different fjords with some of the most natural, rugged and beautiful scenery Western Norway has to offer. MS Geirangerfjord II is a catamaran built in 2018, that has the perfect size to cater for individuals or group bookings. The season runs from 1 April to 31 October and offers daily departures during the high season. You have the option to do just a day trip to Geiranger, returning the same afternoon to Ålesund. The timing gives you several hours to enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage site of Geiranger or you can choose to stay longer and take the boat back another day.

More info at visitalesund.com

When nature awakens in Åkrafjorden

Even this year spring will make snow melt and make the waterfall rumble. The colour of the fjord will be turquoise and trees will bloom making promises of the fruit to be expected in the autumn. When nature awakens In Åkrafjord it is the perfect time to get out and about. You can hike along the mighty Langfoss (waterfall) or you can climb the Via Ferrata in Kyrkjeveggen.

More info at visithaugesund.no

A small piece of paradise in the Stavanger Region

A tropical palm island in Norway you say? Yes, it’s possible! Gardens, food and fjords. One unique experience at Flor & Fjære.  In addition to an experience in paradise, go on a self-guided tour to beautiful Dalsnuten where at the top of the summit, you are rewarded with a marvellous view. It is a refreshing walk through easy terrain and many viewpoints along this route. Read all about the hike to Dalsnuten. 

More info at regionstavanger.com