Drive it Yourself: Geiranger to Sandane via Stryn & Loen
Follow our guide for the incredibly beautiful drive from Geiranger to Sandane along the Nordfjord.
The Hidden North
North European travel guide
Population 250 / 62.1 degrees north
Geiranger, Norway
Located at the end of the Geirangerfjord, Geiranger is one of the most special villages in all of Norway. Since 2005, the Geirangerfjord has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fun Facts About Geiranger
Latitude: 62.1 degrees north
Population: 250
Stranda Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Geiranger
Geiranger Church
Geiranger Church is an octagonal church 1842.
Norsk Fjordsenter
The Norwegian Fjord Centre is a great little museum about how fjords are made, the geology, flora and fauna, and also how the roads were built here.
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are my recommendations!
Historic Farms
There are a number of historic farms that are only accessible by hike. At the farm Vinje there are burial mounds from the Viking Age, and the oldest farm in Gudvangen is Gjorva.
Flydalsjuvet Viewpoint
Located above the town, this is the viewpoint of Geiranger.
Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour
Join this guided tour to all the major highlights around Geiranger.
Road-Trips
Follow my road-trip guides for scenic trips around Geiranger
Trollstigen Tourist Road (Fv63)
Trollstigen is arguably the most famous of the 18 national tourist roads in Norway. Beginning just outside Åndalsnes in north-western Norway, the road twists and turns up the mountains, across the fjord, and then down to UNESCO World-Heritage-listed Geiranger. The views are incredible, the road is a little nerve-wrecking, but it’s well worth doing.
Self-Guided Walks
I currently do not have any self-guided walks available in Geiranger
Geiranger on YouTube
Watch my YouTube videos featuring Geiranger
Uniquely Geiranger
Here are some things that you must do and try in Geiranger
Dalsnibba Viewpoint
Dalsnibba Viewpoint is arguably the most spectacular viewpoint in all of Norway.
History of Geiranger
There are finds from the Stone Age that have been discovered around here. Many of the farms on the mountainsides are hundreds, if not thousands, of years old.
Geiranger started to grow in the early 20th century with the construction of a road in and out of the village.
Geiranger Today
Today Geiranger is one of the largest cruise ports in Norway, with up to 180 cruise ships calling every year. On top of that, several hundred thousand people pass through the town every summer.
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: No airport.
Drive: Geiranger is located on the Fv63, also known as the Trollstigen Tourist Road. It can be tricky to drive here in winter.
Train: No train access
Ferry: Local ferries connect Geiranger to Ålesund and Hellesylt.
Getting Around
Geiranger is built on a hillside, so it can be tricky getting up and down.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Geiranger Sjokolade is located inside a former boathouse and has delicious locally made chocolate.
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
Brasserie Posten is one of my favourite places in Geiranger. The pizzas are wonderful.
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
Geiranger Feriesenter is a popular camping option down by the fjord.
Cabins & B&Bs
Westerås Farm is an old working farm about 4km out of Geiranger. There is a delicious restaurant here too.
Chains & Mid-Range
Havila Hotel Geiranger is located in the lower part of town so is easier for walking around.
High End & Unique Properties
Hotel Union is the historic hotel of Geiranger. The hotel today is modern, but the history is still here. The hotel is in the upper part of town, so you have to walk up/down to get to the shops.
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Hotel Utsikten is the highest hotel in Geiranger. The views are outstanding!
All Posts About Geiranger
Geiranger – Lom Scenic Drive
A detailed overview of the drive from Geiranger to Lom in Western Norway. This is more than just a highway; it’s gorgeous!
Drive it Yourself: Åndalsnes to Geiranger via the Trollstigen Tourist Road
Here’s my practical and historical overview of the most popular tourist road in western Norway
How to Experience Dalsnibba Viewpoint in Geiranger
No trip to Geiranger is complete without a visit to this incredible viewpoint. Here’s everything you need to know.
Geiranger Photo Diary
May 2019
September 2020
June 2023
August 2023