Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The “Stigull” stairway is a brand new addition to the 'Via Ferrata' climbing route in Loen, near ...
[+] Olden, Norway. Lars Korvald / Fjord Norway. While the Geirangerfjord often captures the spotlight, the expansive Norwegian fjords region has no shortage of breathtaking outdoor travel destinations.
Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, Olden offers an ideal setting to experience the essence of friluftsliv —the outdoor lifestyle cherished by Norwegians from childhood. Active travelers can indulge in anything from kayaking to tackling a challenging via ferrata climbing route. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, bus tours to stunning glaciers and a scenic cable car journey also provide unforgettable highlights.
Olden, and the entire Nordfjord region , is set to benefit from upcoming legislation that will prohibit most cruise ships from visiting the UNESCO World Heritage listed site that includes the Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord. In fact, Olden is already Norway’s sixth busiest cruise port in terms of passenger visits. In 2023, more than 360,000 passenger visits were recorded on 132 cruise ships, including some of the world’s biggest.
The deep water at the innermost end of the Nordfjord means that Olden can welcome more than one cruise ship on the same day. Whether arriving by ship or by independent means, Olden and its surroundings (in particular, the nearby village Loen) are packed with things to s.
