Drive it Yourself: The Gaularfjellet Tourist Road
Enjoy this spectacular mountain crossing on one of Norway’s national tourist roads.
The Hidden North
North European travel guide
Population 10,495 / 61.2 degrees north
Førde, Norway
Førde may not win any prizes for Norway’s prettiest town, but the scenery surrounding it is incredible. The town is also centrally located in the fjord region, making it a good spot to stop on any Norwegian road-trip.
Fun Facts About Førde
Latitude: 61.2 degrees north
Population: 10,495
Sunnfjord Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Førde
Førde Guides
Find guides to Førde on our online store.
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are my recommendations!
Road-Trips
Follow my road-trip guides for scenic trips around Førde
Gaularfjellet Tourist Road
The Gaularfjellet Tourist Road is one of Norway’s 18 national tourist roads.
Self-Guided Walks
I currently do not have any self-guided walks available in Førde
Førde on YouTube
Watch my YouTube videos featuring Førde
Uniquely Førde
Here are some things that you must do and try in Førde
History of Førde
Førde Today
Today Førde has schooling for all age groups as well as the Department for Engineering and Health at the University of West Norway. Førde also has a hospital that serves this part of Western Norway.
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: No airport.
Drive: Førde is located on the E39 running between Bergen and Ålesund.
Train: No train access
Ferry: No ferry access.
Getting Around
Førde is walkable.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
High End & Unique Eats
Places to Stay
All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences.
Camping
Chains & Mid-Range
Scandic Sunnfjord & Spa is a rare chain hotel with an indoor swimming pool and spa centre!
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There is a Thon chain hotel here.
High End & Unique Properties
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