The Hidden North
North European travel guide
self-guided road-trips
The E39 from Bergen to Ålesund
The E39 between Bergen and Ålesund is regarded by many as the most beautiful major highway in Norway. Winding its way around the mountains and fjords of the west coast, this highway connects many charming villages to the two large cities of Bergen and Ålesund.
What You Get
- Free interactive Google Map (with every place mentioned in the guide marked with an address) that can be loaded into your GPS, making finding that stave church or petrol station much easier.
- Detailed overviews of all the major points of interest on the road.
- Practical information (cafes, dining, museums, toilets, petrol, road-side rest areas, detours, alternate routes)
- Historic, modern and practical information for every city, town, village, and farm you pass through
- Modern and historic images of all the major points of interests
- Distance between points (in kilometres and miles)
- QR code & interactive links to museum websites, relevant pages on our website, ferry timetables, and more!
This guide is 14 pages and comes in a PDF format.
Why drive on this highway?
You came to Norway to see fjords, right? It doesn’t get more “fjord-ey” than the E39 between Bergen and Ålesund. On this highway you will pass practically every major fjord in Western Norway. Be sure to take the scenic detours to get up close to these incredible fjords.
Trip Highlights
- Cross the Sognefjord, Nordfjord and Storfjord
- Visit charming fjord villages, such as Nordfjordeid and Sandane
- Stop at scenic viewpoints overlooking the mountains
- Enjoy multiple ferry rides
Distance
422km (262 miles)
Start Location
Bergen
End Location
Ålesund
This drive can easily be done in either direction.
The Route
An interactive version of this map will be available after purchase.
This guide will:
- Answer the question “How do people live here?”
- Provide you with historic images and stories relevant to where you are
- Give you practical tips such as – where’s the nearest toilet? When can I get a hot dog? You know, the important stuff.
- Show you interesting points where you can stop to stretch your legs or get beautiful photos of Norway
- Give you information about museums (including opening hours), attractions, and major points of interests that you can visit
This guide won’t:
- Drive for you (Sorry, we aren’t that advanced yet)
- Give you accommodation tips (this guide assumes you know where you are staying already). If you want accommodation tips, visit our (free) online travel guide https://thehiddennorth.com/norway
Example of what the guide looks like.