Olden – Nordfjord Cruise Port 2013

Olden – Nordfjord Cruise Port 2013
- Gateway to the glaciers
CONTENT
WELCOME TO OLDEN……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
PRACTICAL INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………………..… 4
CONTACT INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………………..….. 6
FREE PHOTOSERVICE………………………………………………..……………………………………………... 7
PORT INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………………………..… 8
MAP OF OLDEN.......................................................................................................... 11
WALKS IN OLDEN....................................................................................................... 14
LOCAL TOUR AGENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15
EXCURSIONS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17
MAP OF NORDFJORD.……………………………………………………………………………………………... 49
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WELCOME TO
OLDEN – NORDFJORD CRUISE PORT
- Gateway to the glaciers -
We wish you a warm welcome to the Nordfjord. Olden
– Nordfjord Cruise Port consists of the following ports:
Måløy, Selje, Nordfjordeid, Sandane and Olden.
This folder present information we hope will be useful
when calling in at Olden, or one of our other ports.
Olden is a small pleasant village at the end of the
Nordfjord. A ten minute walk from the quay will bring
you to the centre of Olden where you can enjoy shops,
cafés, the bank and a post-office.
The Nordfjord ends in three branches; Olden is located in
the south. The beautiful Olden Valley stretches approx.
20 km in between 1.700 metres tall mountains at the
edge of Jostedalsbreen Glacier in the middle of
Jostedalsbreen National Park. The glacier arms embrace
the upper part of the valley, and waterfalls and rivers
bring the water to Oldevatn Lake and Floen. About 2 km
from Olden the river forms an impressive waterfall.
The rich moraine soil provides fertile conditions and
agriculture is the main trade of the valley. Other
industries are commerce, production and tourism. Olden
has a population of 1500. It is a part of the municipality
Stryn in the county of Sogn & Fjordane.
www.nordfjord.no/cruise
Best regards
The Cruise Network of Olden - Nordfjord
Destination Stryn & Nordfjord
Port of Nordfjord
Nettbuss Nordfjord - Ottadalen
Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge
Geiranger & Nordfjord Cruise Handling
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INFORMATION
Distance
From the pier
- to the centre of Olden
- to Loen
- to Stryn
700 m, ( 10 min. walk)
8 km
18 km
Bank
ATM. Located at ICA (grocery store) in the centre of Olden.
Nearest bank with daily opening hours is located in Stryn (18 km)
Mon – Fri: 9.00 am– 3.30pm.
Pharmacy
Located in Stryn (18 km). Phone: 57 87 68 88
Pharmacy with limited licence located at Coop (grocery store) in the centre of Olden.
Post Office
Located at Coop (grocery store) in the centre of Olden.
Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday:
9:00am – 3:00pm
Rentals
Car
Internet
Bikes
at the pier, Nordfjord Service Terminal
at the pier
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at the pier
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Restaurants
Yris Cafè
Mølla
Olden Fjord Hotel
in the centre of Olden
at the pier
400 m from the pier, direction Stryn
Shopping
In the centre of Olden.
Opening hours: Mon- Fri: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Sat.:
9:00am – 2:00pm
Several stores have extended opening hours during summer.
Olden is known for design and fashion, and have 3 factory outlets in a row: Moods of
Norway (fashion), Ricco Vero (fashion), Skogstad Sport (sport leisure wear), with fashion
from local designers to outlet prices.
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Sport
Badminton
Beach
Boccia
Minigolf
Skiing
Spa & fitness
Squash
Swimmingpool
Tennis
Strynehallen in Stryn, 18 km
Avleivika, 2 km from the pier, direction Stryn
Hotel Alexandra, Loen. Ph.: +47 57 87 50 00
Hotel Alexandra
Stryn Summer Ski, 60 km
Hotel Alexandra in Loen. Ph.: +47 57 87 50 00
Strynehallen, Stryn, 18 km
Stryn Symjehall, Stryn and Hotel Alexandra, Loen
Strynehallen, Stryn and Hotel Alexandra, Loen
Taxi
Please contact the service office at the pier (Nordfjord Service Terminal)
Churches
Olden New Church – 10 minute walk from Olden in the direction of Briksdal.
Olden Old Church – in the centre of Olden.
Both churches are Lutheran. Ask at the tourist information about times for church-services.
Museums and galleries
William H. Singer`s atelier, 200 m from the centre of Olden.
www.singerheimen.no Ph.: +47 57 87 31 06
Sightseeing train
To town centre and surroundings.
Tourist information
In the centre of Olden and at the pier. See www.nordfjord.no.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
AND USEFUL WEBSITES
Nordfjord Service Terminal
Nettbuss Nordfjord – Ottadalen
Geiranger & Nordfjord Cruise Handling
+47 57 87 34 15
+47 57 87 46 00
+47 57 87 74 73
+47 57 85 26 20
+47 57 87 40 40
+47 57 87 68 00
+47 57 87 72 00
Port of Nordfjord
Destination Stryn & Nordfjord
Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge
Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre
Nordfjord Panorama
Olden T-info
Geiranger T-info
+47 57 87 31 26
+47 70 26 30 99
Fire
Police
Medical Emergencies
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112
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Doctor, Stryn
Ambulance
Nordfjord Hospital
Pharmacy Stryn
Police Stryn
+47 57 87 69 80
+47 57 87 69 90
+47 57 86 40 00
+47 57 87 68 88
+47 57 87 36 80
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www.nettbuss.no
www.geiranger-nordfjord.no
www.nordfjordhavn.no
www.nordfjord.no
www.briksdalsbre.no
www.jostedalsbre.no
www.nordfjordpanorama.no
www.nordfjord.no
www.geiranger.no
Free Photoservice
Destination Stryn & Nordfjord´s free Photoservice contains a
large number of photographs from Nordfjord. A journey along
the Nordfjord offers an exceptional variety of scenery ranging
from blue glacier arms and towering mountains to fertile valleys
and deep lakes, and taking you right out to the coast and the
relentless breakers of the Stadhavet Sea. In our image bank you
will find photographs of activities, attractions, nature and much more.
All photographs are available at low resolutions, suitable for
layout work and Web presentations, as well as high resolutions that are well-suited for quality brochures and other printed
materials. The images - which you download free of charge are of first-rate quality and none of them contains a
watermark.
www.imageshop.no/nordfjord
For more information about Nordfjord see www.nordfjord.no
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Nordfjord Havn IKS
Olden Cruise Terminal
PORT INFORMATION
Port:
Country:
Port Authority:
Security:
Telephone:
Telefax:
E – mail:
VHF Ch.:
Operating hours:
Local time:
Year 2013
Olden
Norway
Nordfjord Havn IKS
ISPS – Code implemented
Statement number: NOMAY-0011 (Cruiseterminal)
NOMAY-0010 (Tender)
+47 57 85 26 20
+47 57 85 26 21
post@nordfjordhavn.no
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From 1 hr. prior to arrival
UTC +1, summer time UTC +2.
Port approach:
Eta to be given to:
Nordfjord Havn IKS, general and local agent, no later than 12 hrs
prior to arrival.
Local Pilot Stations:
Kvitsøy Pilotstation +47 517 35 397
ISPS requirements:
Pre-arrivalinformation:
Please send 24 hrs prior to arrival.
Port Facility Security Officer: Tor Harald Granheim
e-mail: post@nordfjordhavn.no
ISPS documents:
1. Ship Pre Arrival information
2. Pax list
3. Crew list
4. Disembarking manifest
5. Visitor list
Berthing Information:
Berths:
1 berth, 121 meters long, 12 meter depth at chart datum.
1 pontoon – dock for ship’s tenders, 45 meters long.
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Nordfjord Havn IKS
Olden Cruise Terminal
Height of berth:
2,5 meters above MSL (Mean Sea Level)
Tidal difference:
Approximately 1,2 meters
Tugs:
Available with 6hrs. notice, bollard pull from 20 to 50 tones.
Tugs are not compulsory.
Harbour Pilot:
Not compulsory
Mooring boat:
Available.
Gangway:
Ship’s gangway to be used, no shore side gangway available.
Terminal facilities:
Information service
Bike and car rental
Public telephone
Money exchange
Postcards, stamps, souvenirs
Public toilet
Taxies / Shuttle service: Available at the dock.
Distance to village center is approx. 500 meters.
Tour busses:
Are parked at the dock area, approx. 50 meters from the
gangway.
Anchorage information:
Anchor position in Olden Fjord, at Captains and Pilots discretion.
Norwegian Chart No. 253 has two marked recommendations, but the whole fjord has very
good holding ground.
In summer season wind is rarely a problem.
Shore launches are available, but ships tenders are recommended. Landing stage is a
floating pontoon, 45 meters long, with two gangways situated 500 meters from town center.
There are no specific speed limitations for ships tenders.
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Nordfjord Havn IKS
Olden Cruise Terminal
Arrival documents:
1 Passenger manifest
1 Disembarking passenger manifest
1 Embarking passenger manifest
1 Crew manifest
1 Set custom declaration for ship, passengers and crew
1 Health declaration (If Olden is first Norwegian port)
Local emigration authorities do not require crew and passenger lists in advance.
Supplies and services:
Lubricants:
Available by drums or smaller quantities from all major suppliers,
some specifications might need up to 6 hrs notice.
Fresh water:
From shore side by twin hoses at a rate of 60 tones pr hose.
Supplier is equipped with a variety of types of couplings.
Price pr. ton is N.kr. 15,50 (N.B. price reg.2010)
Garbage, sewage and sludge:
Dry and wet garbage can be delivered to shore side containers
of 20 M3. Barges are not available.
Sludge and sewage cannot be delivered, unless in emergency
and with 48 hrs notice.
Forwarding:
Local airport at Sandane, 70 km from port, travel time 1hr. 10
minutes. Nearest international airport at Bergen, 260 km from
port, travel time approximately 5 hrs.
Emergency telephone numbers:
Police:
Fire:
Medical assistance:
Ambulance:
Security
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(+47) 990 28 743
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Kilde: Statens Kartverk, 712064-901
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Foto: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Fjord Norge
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Cruisekaia Olden - Tlf. 901 38 308
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Kart utarbeidd av Utmarksressurs AS
Et av Norges ledende designmerker.
One of Norway’s leading brands.
Il factory outlet di una delle marche in primo piano della Norvegia.
Fabrikverkauf einer der führenden Designmarken in Norwegen.
Destination Briksdal
Stryn
kommune
Tel. 57 87 47 00
www.stryn.kommmune.no
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Olden Tourist Information
Open: Mid June - Mid August (mon-sat)
Tlf: +47 57 87 31 26 www.nordfjord.no
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Briksdalsbre Fjellstove
• Restaurant and Cafeteria
• Largest souvenirshop in the area
• Room and Cabins • Tax Free
Tel. 57 87 68 00 • briksdalsbre.no
Briksdal Breføring
• Glacierguiding • Glaciersafari
• RIB and Sailing
Tel. 57 87 68 00 • briksdal-adventure.com
Oldedalen Skyss
• Transport to the
glacier by 'Troll Cars'
Tel. 57 87 68 05
oldedalen-skysslag.com
Guiding
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Fishing trip or fjord
trip on the Isabella
William Singer, his art, history and culture.
Groups 1-4 persons: 400 NOK
Groups 5 or more 100 NOK per person.
Booking: tel. (+47) 57 87 31 06
singerheimen.no
Tel. (+47) 57 87 04 00
olden-hotel.no
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Fjord Suvenir AS
Tlf.: 57 89 10 95
Mobil: 975 10 262
HOTEL • RESTAURANT • BAR
See fjords, mountains
and glaciers from the air.
- A perfect place to buy your souvenirs of Norway. 9
- Ein perfektes Geschäftes für Andenken aus Norwegen.
- Il luogo perfetto per aquistare ricordi dalla Norvegia.
Departures: Olden Marina
Mon.-Fri. 4 pm and 7.30 pm.
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High standard helicopter seating 4-7 passengers.
Contact:
Fjord Helikopter
Tel: (+47) 57 87 25 05
(+47) 974 84 040
Olden Sightseeing
Tel.: (+47) 911 25 731
Leisure Wear
For Children and Adults
AABREKK GARD – FARM
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Meals on request min. 15 persons
Tel. (+47) 913 82 569 • www.aabrekkgard.no
6788 Olden. Tlf.: 57 87 33 27
= ROUTE
Fritidsklær for barn og voksne
Accommodation • Local food
Or call (+47) 913 51 042 for other arrangements.
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ICA OLDEN
GROCERY LEBENSMITTEL ALIMENTARI
Tlf.: 57 87 32 48
FOOD • DRINKS • ICE CREAM • ILLY COFFEE BAR
A&C Norwegian Designed Jewellery 15
Bijouteri brands: DIESEL, DKNY, FOSSIL,
Marc Jacobs,
BULAGGI® Bags,
Leather Jackets
TAX FREE SHOPPING
Foto: Terje Rakke/NL/FN
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Olden og omland
Av dei tre korte fjordarmane inst i Nordfjord endar den sørlegaste i Olden. Her i frå
strekkjer den vakre Oldedalen seg omlag 20 km mellom fjell, som reiser seg 1700 m ved
kanten av Jostedalsbreen. Bre-armane ligg som ein krans rundt den øvre delen av dalen
og Middagsnibba (1440 m), og her renn elva som flyt ut i Olde-vatnet og Floen. Elva
dannar eit praktfullt fossefall 2 km frå tettstaden.
Olden har to kyrkjer. Den som står i sjølve tettstaden, vart bygd i 1759. Der stod ei
stavkyrkje frå 1300-talet. Dørstolpane og dørene til kyrkjebenkane er laga av tømmer
frå stavkyrkja. Den nye kyrkja, reist i 1934 med tanke på å ta vare på den gamle, ligg litt
lenger oppe i bygda.
Aust for denne gamle kyrkja er “Singerheimen”, der William Singer, amerikansk
millionær, kunstnar og velgjerar i lokalsamfunnet, budde i si tid. Mange av målarstykka
hans har motiv frå Olden og omland, og avspeglar på ein fin måte årstider og stemningar.
Den frodige morenejorda gjev svært gode vokstervilkår, og gardsdrift er
hovudnæringsvegen i heile dalen. Oppe i liene ligg mange setrar.
Foto: Terje Rakke/NL/FN
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Foto: Thomas Bickhardt/BickFoto
Olden and Oldedalen / Olden Valley
The southernmost of the three short branches at the inner end of Nordfjord terminates
at Olden from which a lovely valley, Oldedalen, strikes due south for some 20 kilometres
between slopes rising sharply to more than 1700 metres to the edge of the
Jostedalsbre. The turbulent river which feeds the Olden and Floen Lakes and forms
magnificent falls two kilometres from the village, comes from the glacier tongues of
the Jostdalsbre, lining the head of the valley around the pointed Middagsnibba (1440).
Olden has two churches. The one in the village was built in 1759 on the site of a stave
church dating from around 1300. Its pew doors and jambs are made from timbers of the
stave church. The “new” church, a short distance along the valley, was built in 1934 so
that the old church could be preserved.
Just east of the old church is “Singerheimen”, former home of William Singer, an
American millionaire, artist and local benefactor. Many of his paintings are of the Olden
district and delicately reflect the atmosphere and the seasonal mood.
The fertile soil supports many fine old farms in the lower and upper valleys and high
above the farms are several tiny summer pastures.
Foto: Foto: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/
Fjord Norge
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Foto: Terje Rakke/NL/FN
Olden und Umgebung
Der südlichste der drei, kurzen Seitenarme am Inneren Nord-fjord endet in Olden. Von
dort aus erstreckt sich das schöne Oldetal etwa 20 km weit in Richtung Süden zwischen
steilen Berghängen, die über 1700 m hoch bis zum Rand des Jostedalsbre aufragen. Die
Gletscherzungen umkranzen den obersten Teil des Tales und den Berg Middagsnibba
(1440 M), und hier fliesst der Fluss der im Oldensee und Floen endet. Der Fluss bildet
einen pracht-vollen Wasserfall 2 Kilometer vom Zentrum.
Olden besitzt zwei Kirchen. Die eine die im Ort liegt, wurde 1759 an der Stelle einer alten
Stabkirche etwa im Jahre 1300 errichtet. Die Türen und Pfosten des Kirchenstuhls
wurden aus dem Holz der Stabkirche her-gestellt. Die “neue” Kirche, ein kleines Stück
weiter talauf-wärts, wurde 1934 hier gebaut, damit die alte Kirche erhalten bleiben
konnte.
Foto: Terje Rakke/NL/FN
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Olden et ses environs
Le plus méridional des trois bras du Nordfjord aboutit à Olden. Ici la magnifique vallée de
Oldedalen s’ètire à 20 km entre les hautes pentes à une altitude de 1700 m qui se trouvent à
la bordure du glacier de Jostedal.
Les langues du glacier forment une couronne autour de la partie haute de la vallée et du
sommet de Middagsnibba d’une altitude de 1440 m.
Ici la rivière se jette dans le lac de Olden et Floen. Cette rivière forme une cascade superbe à
2 km de la petite agglomération. Olden posséde deux églises. L’une se trouve bien au centreville, construite en 1759 sur le site de l’ancienne église en bois debout qui datait d’environ
1300. Le portail et ses pilliers sont des vestiges de cette ancienne église. La nouvelle église,
construite en 1934 fut placée un peu plus loin pour pouvoir sauvgarder l’ancienne construction.
Östlich der alten Kirche liegt “Dalheim”, der frühere Wohn-sitz des amerikanischen Millionärs und Künstlers William Singer, lokalen Gemälde zeigen die Gegend von Olden und
geben die Stimmungen zu ver-schiedenen Jahreszeiten sehr gut wieder. Die fruchtbaren
Moränenböden bilden eine gute Grundlage für viele, schöne, alte Bauernhöfe im unteren
und oberen Teil des Tales, und hoch oben an den Berghängen liegen mehrere, kleine
Almen (Seter).
À l’est de l’ancienne église se trouve la maison de Singer, où habitait dans le temps le millionaire
américain William Singer, bienfaiteur genéreux du village. Une bonne partie de ses toiles
represent les paysages d’Olden et de ses environs et qui illustrent bien les changement des
saisons.
Une bonne terre de moraine permet des conditions favorable pour la végétation et les revenus
principaux de la vallée sont basées sur l’agriculture. Des alpages peuvent être aprecus au flan
de la montaine.
FOTTURAR I OLDEN
WALKS IN OLDEN
SPAZIERGÄNGE IN OLDEN
OLDEN: CIRCUITS PEDESTRES
Det fins eit utval av kortare eller lengre spaserturar som kan gjerast i Olden og omegn.
Vi vil i det fylgjande liste opp nokre av desse, og referere til kartet.
There is a range of short or long walks to go on in Olden and the surroundings.
We will list a few of them below and refer to the map.
In Olden und Umgebung gibt es eine Reihe von Möglichkeiten für Spaziergänge und
Wanderungen. Wir haben Ihnen hier einige aufgelistet (sehen Sie auch die Karte).
Olden et sa région offrent une foule de petits et grands itinéraires pédestres.
La liste suivante présente quelques uns de ces cirquits (voir la carte):
A. Olden sentrum
Frå kaia til sentrum i Olden er det ca. 700 meter, 10 minuttars gange frå kaia. Her fins
butikkar, post, bank og kafeear.
A. Olden Centre
From the guay to the centre of Olden is about 700 metres, a 10-minute walk. Here you will
find shops, the post office, a bank and cafés.
A. Olden Sentrum
Vom Kai bis zum Zentrum von Olden sind es etwa 700 m, ein Spaziergang von 10 Minuten.
Hier finden Sie Geschäfte, eine Post und eine Bank sowie Cafés.
A. Olden Centre-ville
Des quais au centre d’Olden il y a environ 700 mètres, soit 10 minutes à pieds.
Commerces, bureau de poste, banque et cafés.
B. Olden Gamle Kyrkje
Olden Gamle Kyrkje ligg i sentrum, 10 minuttars gange frå kaia. Kyrkja vart bygd i 1759.
På same staden sto det før dette ei stavkyrkje frå 1300-talet. Dørstolpane og dørene til
kyrkjebenkane er laga av tømmer frå denne stavkyrkja. Olden Gamle Kyrkje er open for
publikum i sommarsesongen.
B. Olden Old Church
Olden Old Church is in the centre of Olden, about 10 minutes on foot from the guay. The
church was built in 1759. Before then there was a 14th century stave church on the same
spot. The doorposts and the doors of the pews were made from timber from this stave
church. Olden Old Church is open to the public during the summer season.
B. Olden Gamle Kirke (Alte Kirche)
Olden Gamle Kirke liegt im Zentrum von Olden, ca. 10 Minuten Fussweg vom Kai. Die
Kirche wurde 1759 gebaut. An gleicher Stelle stand vor dieser Zeit eine Stabkirche aus
dem 13. Jahrhundert. Die Türpfosten und die Türen zum Kirchengestühl sind aus dem Holz
dieser Stabkirche gearbeitet. Olden Gamle Kirke ist im Sommer für Besichtigungen
geöffnet.
B. La vieille église d’Olden
Cette église, qui date de 1759, se trouve au coeur de la cité, à 10 minutes des quias. Avant
sa construction, se dressait là depuis le XIVè siècle une église en bois, dont les poutres
serviront à construire les chambranles des portes et les portillons des bancs de l’édifice
qui lui succéde. Ouverte au public pendant la saison d’été.
C. Singerheimen
Forbi Olden sentrum, ca. 1 km frå kaia, ligg Singerheimen. Dette var heimen til den
amerikanske millionæren og kunstmålaren William Singer. Singer var ein stor velgjerar for
lokalsamfunnet. Mange av måleria hans har motiv frå Olden og omland. Fru Singer
testamenterte heimen til Sogn og Fjordane Fylke som ferieheim for sjukepleiarar.
C. The Singer Home
On the other side of the centre of Olden, about 1 km from the guay, is the Singer Home.
This was the home of the American millionaire and painter William Singer. Singer was also
a great benefactor in the local community. Many of his paintings have motifs from Olden
and the surroundings. Mrs. Singer bequeathed the home to the county of Sogn og Fjordane
as a holiday home for nurses.
D. Auflem-gardane
Ein god sti parallelt med fjorden, går frå Muri til Auflem. Tilbake kan ein gå langs
hovedvegen. Tid: vel 1 time
E. Skarstein og Heggestad
Ta bygdevegen som tek av til venstre frå vegen til Innvik, ca. 500 meter frå Olden sentrum.
Heggestad ligg der bygdevegen sluttar, og herifrå har ein fint utsyn over bygda og fjorden.
Tid: ca. 1,5 time.
F. Floen og Laukisætra
Floen er den nederste delen av Oldevatnet. Det går veg på begge sider av Floen, og det er
ein fin spasertur rundt vatnet. Tid: ca. 3 timar. Til Laukisætra 500 m.o.h. Tid: 1,5 - 2 timar.
G. Skarstein Sæter
Følg vegen til Heggestad (sjå tur E), og ta av til venstre ca. 2,5 km frå vegkrysset langs ein
skilta sti. Tid: ca. 3 timar.
H. Auflemåsen
Denne vesle fjellrabben, 400 m høg, ligg på ein ås i Auflemfjellet, som skil Olden og Loen.
Vakkert utsyn over Indre Nordfjord. Tid: ca. 3 timar.
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D. Auflem Farms
A good path parallel with the fjord goes from Muri to Auflem. You can walk back along the
main road. Time: a good hour.
E. Skarstein and Heggestad
Take the local road which turns off to the left from the road to Innvik, about 500 metres
from the centre of Olden. Heggestad is where the local road comes to an end, and from
here there is a fine view over the district and the fjord. Time: about 1.5 hours.
F. Floen and Laukisætra mountain farm
Floen is the lowest part of the Oldevatnet (lake). There is a road on both sides of Floen and
it is a fine walk around the lake. Time: about 3 hours. To Laukisætra farm 500 m.a.s. Time:
1,5 - 2 hours.
G. Skarstein Sæter (mountain farm)
Follow the road to Heggestad (see walk E) and turn left about 2.5 km from the crossroads
along a marked path. Time: about 3 hours.
H. Auflem Ridge
This little mound of rock, 400 m high, is on a ridge on the Auflem mountain,
which separates Loen and Olden. Fine view over the inner Nordfjord. Time: about 3 hours.
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C. Singerheimen
Etwa 1 km vom Kai entfernt, am Zentrum von Olden vorbei, liegt Singerheimen, das Haus
des amerikanischen Millionärs und Kunstmalers William Singer. Singer war ausserdem vor
Ort in der Gemeinde ein grosser Wohltäter. Viele seiner Gemälde zeigen Motive aus Olden
und der Umgebung. Seine Frau hat das Haus der Gemeinde als Ferienheim für
Krankenpfleger vermacht.
D. Auflem-Höfe
Ein guter Wanderweg verläuft parallel zum Fjord von Muri nach Auflem. Zurück können Sie
entlang der Haupstrasse gehen. Dauer: gut 1 Stunde.
E. Skarstein und Heggestad
Gehen sie entlang der Landstrasse, die etwa 500 m vom Zentrum entfernt links von der
Stasse nach Innvik abzweigt. Heggestad liegt am Ende der Landstrasse, und von hier
haben Sie eine herrliche Aussicht über den Fjord und die Ortschaft. Dauer: ca 90 Minuten.
F. Floen-Moor und Laukisætra
Das Floen-Moor ist der unterste Teil des Oldensees. An beiden Seiten des Moores verläuft
ein Weg, und es gibt einen schönen Spazierweg rund um den See. Dauer: ca 3 Stunden.
Zum Laukisætra 500 m.ü.d.M. Dauer: 1,5 - 2 Stunden.
G. Skarstein-Alm
Folgen Sie dem Weg nach Heggestad (s. E.) und biegen Sie etwa 2,5 km nach der
Wegkreuzung nach links ab und folgen Sie dem ausgeschilderten Wanderweg. Dauer: ca. 3
Stunden.
H. Auflem-Bergkamm
Dieser niedrige Fjell-Felsrücken (400 m) liegt auf einem Bergkamm im Auflemfjell, der
Loen und Olden trennt. Herrliche Aussicht über den Inneren Nordfjord. Dauer: ca. 3
Stunden.
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C. Singerheimen (La maison Singer)
En traversant le centre-ville, à 1 km environ des quais, on trouve la Singerheimen. C’est là
qu’habita le millionnaire américain William Singer, qui fut un grand mécène pour la cité
d’Olden. Nombre des tableaux qu’il posséda sont des motifs tirés de la ville ou de sa
région. Son épouse légua la maison à la paroisse et au département de Sogn og Fjordane
comme foyer de villégiature réservée aux infirmières.
D. Les fermes d’Auflem
Longeant le fjord, une bonne piste relie Muri à Auflem. Pour le retour, on peut suivre la
grand-route. Durée: une bonne heure.
E. Skarstein et Heggestad
Prendre la route qui se sépare sur la gauche de la route d’Innvik à 500 mètres du centreville. De là, on peut marcher jusqu’à Heggestad d’où l’on a une vue superbe sur le village
côtier et le fjord. Durèe: environ 1,5 heure.
F. Floen et Laukisætra
C’est la partie inférieure du lac d’Oldevatnet. Une route part de chaque côté du Floen,
permettant de faire une belle randonnée autour de l’eau. Durée: environ 3 heures.
L’excursion vers Laukisætra 500 m d´altitude prend 1,5 - 2 heures.
G. Les cabanes d’alpage de Skarstein
Suivre la route de Heggestad ( voir circuit E) et prendre à gauche au bout de 2,5 km après
le croisement en suivant la piste pourvue de panneaux indicateurs. Durée: environ 3
heures.
H. La Croupe de l’Auflem
Ce monticule de 400 mètres d’altitude surmonte la croupe montagneuse qui sépare Olden
d’Loen. Belle vue sur l’intérieur du Nordfjord. Durée: environ 3 heures.
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Olden - Nordfjord
Offering
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in the most magnificent
scenery imaginable
Welcome to
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-gateway to the glaciers-
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+47 913 14 957
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Tinggt. 3, NO-6783 Stryn
Tel. +47 57 87 74 73
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Coach and guide services
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+47 57 87 46 00
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Hegrevegen 8, 6783 Stryn
nordfjord-ottadalen@nettbuss.no
www.nettbuss.no
08:00AM – 04:00PM
Asgeir Myklebust – asgeir.myklebust@fjord1.no
Karin Lunde Vinsrygg - karin.lunde.vinsrygg@fjord1.no
+47 57 87 46 15
Liane Schuldt – liane2@yahoo.no
+47 480 19 060
Nettbuss Nordfjord – Ottadalen has a fleet of approx. 30 coaches available for summer
visitors from cruise liners. The coaches have a capacity of 20 to 51 seats, and are of high
standard. Our drivers have years of experience in the tourism industry and are comfortable
driving on the precipitous mountain roads of western Norway.
Nettbuss Nordfjord – Ottadalen has 20 guides available during the summer season.
Languages offered: English, German, French, Spanish.
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EXCURSIONS
Below a selection of excursions that can be made from Olden. Time consumption has been indicated for each
excursion. This is a general indication and may change with number of stops and their duration. In addition,
stops for meals have been proposed. These are also subject to change.
Contact your Norwegian excursion agent for prices and proposals customized to suit your needs.
TRIP CATEGORY:
1.
BRIKSDAL GLACIER
Scenic/Active
2.
TROLL CARS
Scenic
3.
BRIKSDAL ADVENTURE PARK
Active
4.
GLACIER SAFARI ON THE LAKE IN BRIKSDAL
Active
5.
CRUISE ON OLDEN LAKE
Scenic
6.
HIKE AND STONE AGE CAVE
Active
7.
IDYLLIC YRINESET
Scenic
8.
FARM VISIT
Scenic/Culture
9.
COMBINATION OF EXCURSIONS IN OLDEN VALLEY
Combination
10.
HIKES FROM OLDEN
Active
11.
LOEN VALLEY & KJENNDAL GLACIER
Scenic
12.
VIA FERRATA LOEN
Active
13.
JOSTEDALSBREEN NATIONAL PARK CENTER
Scenic/Culture
14.
TYSTIGEN & VIDESETER
Scenic
15.
STRYN SUMMER SKI
Active
16.
NORDFJORD PANORAMA
Scenic
17.
GEIRANGER
Scenic
18.
CULTURE AND CUISINE OF NORDFJORD
Scenic/Culture
19.
THE GLOPPEN MENU – MADE BY YOURSELF
Scenic/Culture
20.
FJÆRLAND
Scenic/Culture
21.
RIB RAFTING
Active
22.
WILD WATER RAFTING
Active
23.
CRAY FISHING
Active
24.
FJORD FISHING
Active
25.
HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHT
Scenic
26.
SINGERHEIMEN
Culture
27.
GUIDED HIKE TO FARM SIGDESTAD
Active/Culture
28.
ANCIENT GLOPPEN
Culture
29.
SELJE MONASTERY
Scenic/Culture
30.
ROUND TRIP OF VÅGSØY
Scenic
31.
WEST CAPE
Scenic
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BRIKSDAL GLACIER
The huge Briksdal Glacier forms part of the Jostedal
Glacier National Park. The wild glacier slope plunges
from a height of 1200 metres down to the lush,
narrow Briksdalen valley - a sight that attract
300,000 visitors from all over the world each year.
Departure by bus from the quay through the
beautiful Olden valley with majestic mountains,
waterfalls and the green Olden Lake. From
Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge the passengers enjoy
an approx. 45 minute walk to the glacier or a ride
with the “Troll car” (open car- limited number). We
will proceed all the way to the Briksdal glacier.
When returned to the Briksdal Mountain Lodge,
passengers can enjoy coffee/ tea with delicious
home-made pastries at the restaurant, and visit one
of the best souvenir shops in Norway, before
returning to the quay by bus.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep.Olden
15 min. Olden Lake (photo stop)
45 min Briksdal
Easy walk to the glacier
(3 km, 30-45 min. each way)
Coffee/tea, cakes and
souvenir shopping.
(2 h. 30 min.)
4h
Arr. Olden
Maximum pax: 650
The tour can be operated in several
shifts during the day (max. number
of pax in each group is 650)
www.briksdalsbre.no
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2
TROLL CAR TO THE BRIKSDAL GLACIER
The huge Briksdal Glacier forms part of the
Jostedal Glacier National Park. The wild glacier
slope plunges from a height of 1200 meters down
to the lush, narrow Briksdalen valley - a sight that
attract 300,000 visitors from all over the world
each year.
Departure by bus from the quay through the
beautiful Olden valley with majestic mountains,
waterfalls and the green Olden Lake. From
Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge the passengers enjoy a
ride with the “Troll car” (open car). We will proceed
the rest of the way to the Briksdal Glacier on foot,
and meet the magnificent sight of blue ice making
its way down the mountain from the larger
Jostedalsbreen Glacier.
When returned to the Briksdal Mountain Lodge,
passengers can enjoy coffee/tea with delicious
home-made pastries at the restaurant. They can
also visit one of the best souvenir shops in Norway,
before returning to the quay by bus.
Further info: www.briksdalsbre.no
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ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden
15 min.
Olden Lake (photo stop)
45 min
Arr. Briksdal
1h
Dep. Troll Car
1 h 15 min
Arr at Briksdal Glacier
Easy walk to the glacier,
approx 800 metres on
gravel footpath.
2h
Dep. with Troll car
2 h 15 min
Arr. Briksdal
Restaurant. Coffee/tea,
cakes and souvenir
shopping.
2 h 45 min.
Dep. Briksdal
3 h 30 min.
Arr. Olden
Maximum pax: 77 in each group
The tour can be operated in several
shifts during the day.
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BRIKSDAL ADVENTURE PARK
The adventure park lays side by side the
Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge, and offers a
wide range of challenging and exciting
activities, tailored for the whole family.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden.
15 min. Olden Lake (photo stop).
45 min. Briksdal Mountain Lodge
A round trip in the adventure
park. High and low elements.
Refreshments/lunch.
(approx 3 hours)
4 – 5 h Arr. Olden.
Departure by bus from the quay through the
beautiful Olden Valley with its majestic
mountains and the clear, green lake.
25 different activities, both at ground level and
high up. Paintball, a climbing tower, axe
throwing, archery, Viking bowling and lots
more. There is something for everyone at the
activity park.
Max. number of pax: 45.
All necessary equipment is included.
The tour can be operated in several
shifts.
www.briksdaladventure.no
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4
GLACIER SAFARI ON THE LAKE
IN FRONT OF THE BRIKSDAL GLACIER
Enjoy a guided adventure paddling on
the glacier lake.
ITINERARY
Experience the Briksdal Glacier at close
quarters on one of our guided trips on
the lake to which the glacier tounge
descends. We paddle in large rubber
dinghies between the icebergs floating in
the lake; this is as close as you can get
icebergs in Norway. An experience for
the whole family.
Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden by bus to
Briksdal
45 min.
Arr. Briksdal Mountain
Lodge
1h
Start walk to the glacier
1 h 45 min
By the glacier
2h
Start padling with rafting
boats in front of the glacier
3h
Finish padling
3 h 15 min
Return to Briksdal
Mountain Lodge
4h
Back to Briksdal Mountain
Lodge
Refreshment at Briksdal
Mountain Lodge
4 h 30 min
Dep. by bus back to Olden
5 h 15 min
Arr. Olden.
Max. number of pax: 80
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5
CRUISE ON OLDEN LAKE
Enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the deep green
Olden Lake onboard the comfortable M/B
Olden.
Surrounded by majestic mountains, white
waterfalls and sparkling glaciers, the long
and narrow Oldenvatn Lake twinkles in the
valley bottom and reflects scenery that
many have called the most beautiful in
Norway. This tour shows the Olden Valley
from two sides; from the bus ashore and
from the boat on the lake.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
15 min.
1 h 30 min.
2 h 30 min.
Dep Olden - bus
Arr. Pier Eide - boat
Arr. Pier Rustøen - bus
Arr. Olden
Maximum number of Pax: 90
The first half of the group goes by bus
to Rustøen. The second half goes by
boat. The tour can be combined with a
tour to Briksdal Glacier.
The tour can also be done in several
shifts.
Further info: www.oldencruise.no
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6
HIKE AND STONE AGE CAVE
Take a lovely bus ride through Olden Valley,
a short refreshing walk with lovely views of
Lake Olden and Briksdal Glacier, ending up
with refreshments by fireplace in the Stone
Age Cave.
We go by bus through the beautiful Olden
Valley to Melkevoll Bretun. From here we
set out on a hike (2 possibilities, one of 800
metres and one of 1,2 km.). Common for
both hikes is the lovely landscape and views,
you even see 3 tongues of Jostedal Glacier:
Briksdal, Kjøta and Melkevoll Glaciers.
Under some huge blocks of stone, nature
has created a large room, the Stone Age
Cave, where we relax after the hike.
Further info: www.melkevoll.no
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
45 min.
1 h 30 min.
2 h 15 min.
3h
Dep. Olden - bus
Arr. Melkevoll
Hike
Refreshments in the
Stone Age Cave
Dep. Melkevoll
Arr. Olden
Maximum number of Pax: 45
Timing includes the short hike, for the
long hike add 45 min.
The tour can be operated in several
shifts
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7
IDYLLIC YRINESET
Yrineset, called the pearl on the banks of
Lake Olden. Get a few hours of peace and
tranquillity on this idyllic spot, and catch
your own meal from the lake.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
After a short, but magnificent bus ride, we
reach Yrineset, surrounded by majestic
mountains, waterfalls, and glacier tongues.
We set out the fishing nets where the river
hits the lake, and the catch is guaranteed.
We then barbecue the small, delicious trout,
and enjoy a good meal before returning by
bus to the pier.
Further info: www.yrineset.no
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0
30 min.
2 h 30 min.
3 h.
Dep Olden - bus
Arr. Yrineset
Fishing activities
Fish barbecue
Dep. Yrineset
Arr. Olden
Maximum number of pax: 90
The tour can be operated in several
shifts.
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FARM VISIT
A taste of Norwegian nature, local food and
agriculture.
ITINERARY
The tour brings us through scenic Olden Valley
and ends up at Aabrekk Farm. Here we will
learn about the farm and the production of local
food here. A mini buffet of local servings will be
offered, such as homemade bread from the
stone oven, brown goat cheese, and the typical
Norwegian homemade pastries rich in flavour.
Time from departure
You are able to take a closer look at the farm
animals or enjoy a hike in the surroundings with
views of the valley with the lake, glacier,
waterfalls and mountains.
2 h 15 min
3h
0
45 min.
Dep Olden
Arrive Aabrekk Farm
Sightseeing on the
farm
Coffee/tea &
traditional food
Dep. Aabrekk Farm
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 90
The tour can be operated in several
shifts.
Further info: www.aabrekkgard.no
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COMBINATION OF EXCURSIONS IN
OLDEN VALLEY
Most of the half day excursions in Olden Valley can be combined to make a full day
excursions. Take a look at the examples beneath.
Examples:
No. 1 Briksdal Glacier + No. 5 Cruise on Olden Lake
No. 1 Briksdal Glacier + No. 8 Farm Visit
No. 1 Briksdal Glacier + No. 3 Briksdal Adventure Park
No. 7 Idyllic Yrineset + No. 5 Cruise on Olden Lake
No. 8 Farm Visit + No. 6 Hike and Stone Age Cave
No. 1 Briksdal Glacier + No. 7 Idyllic Yrineset
No. 1 Briksdal Glacier + No. 6 Hike and Stone Age Cave
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HIKES FROM OLDEN
Poto: Rune Holen
Poto: Rune Holen
Huaren hiking
This is an easy guided hike directly from the
harbour in OIden. Walk on a gravel track up the
hillside overlooking the inner part of Nordfjord.
Huaren is a peak situated some 380 metres
above sea level, with stunning panoramic views
over the fjord, lakes and villages Loen and
Olden.
ITINERARY
0
1 h 45 min
2 h 15 min
3 h 30 min
Walk from Olden
Arr. Huaren
Start on return to Olden
Arr. Olden
Max number of pax: No limit
From glacier to glacier
This hike is a unique option to explore the
fascinating glaciers of Olden Valley: Brenndal
and Briksdal Glaciers at close range + Melkevoll
and Kjøta Galciers at a distance; all outlets from
the mighty Jostedal Glacier. They can all be
seen during this superb walk. The waterfalls,
rivers, mountains and well-kept farms in the
valley are extra incitements to book this
combination of a lovely bus ride and a
spectacular hike.
ITINERARY
Foto: Thomas Bichardt
0
0 h 45 min
2 h 45 min
3h
6h
6 h 30 min
Dep. Olden by coach
Arr. Aabrekk farm
Hike to the Brenndal
glacier
Return to Aabrekk farm
Arr. Briksdal mountain
lodge, walk to Briksdal
glacier + time for lunch
Return to Olden by
coach
Back at Olden harbour
Max number of pax: No limit
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LOEN VALLEY & KJENNDAL GLACIER
The boat trip on the green Loen Lake introduces
you to spectacular nature and dramatic history.
ITINERARY
In 1905 and 1936, huge rock slides occurred at Mt.
Ramnefjell causing two of Norway’s worst nature
catastrophes in the history.
The Kjenndal Glacier is located at the bottom of this
fascinating valley and is one of the largest arms of
Jostedalsbreen Glacier. The walk from the parking
to the glacier is approx. 10 minutes each way. The
terrain is flat, and the path is good. Good shoes are
recommended.
www.kjenndalstova.no
Time from departure
(first half of the group)
0
Dep. Olden
1h 30 min.
Dep. MB Kjendal
1 h 30 min.
Coffee/tea at
Kjenndalstova
2h 15 min.
Dep. Kjenndalstova
2h 30 min.
Arrive Kjenndal Glacier
3h 15 min.
Dep. Kjenndal Glacier
4h 15 min.
Arrive Olden
(second half of the group)
Dep. Olden
1h
Arrive Kjenndal Glacier
1h 15min.
Dep. Kjenndal Glacier
2h
Arrive Kjenndalstova
2h 45min.
Dep. Kjenndalstova
with MB Kjendal
3h 45min.
Arrive Sande
4h 15min.
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 90
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12
VIA FERRATA LOEN
Experience the beautiful mountains and the spectacular
scenery of Loen on the Via Ferrata to Hoven (1010 m.a.s.).
An airy experience for those who are seeking a different
challenge. Focus on safety.
Some facts:
• Forrest road from Heggelia behind Hotel Alexandra
to an altitude of 170 metres.
• Path through steep terrain from an altitude of 170
metres to 440 metres.
• Walking time on path: 1 to 1 1/2 hours
• Altitude at start of Via Ferrata, 440 metres
• Top of Via Ferrata – altitude of 880 metres
• From top of Via Ferrata to Hoven, height difference
of 130 metres, length, 400 metres
• Hoven, altitude of 1,010 metres
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ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden by bus
15 min
Arr. Loen
Start walking on the
path
1h 45 min
Start climbing
3h
Arr. Hoven, 1010 m.a.s.l.
Walk to Oppheim
5h
Dep. Oppheim by bus
5h 30 min
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 15 pax.
Age limit: 10 years
The tour can be operated in several
shifts.
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JOSTEDALSBREEN
NATIONAL PARK CENTRE
.
Experience the lovely landscape from the bus,
and learn about it through film and exhibits at
the National Park Centre.
This excursion brings you along the Nordfjord
and further through Stryn Valley to Fosnes. The
National Park Centre is located in breathtaking
surroundings by Oppstryn Lake. The Centre
provides information about the National Park in
forms of models, films and various exhibitions
of landscape, wildlife and flora that exist in the
park. Visit the unique botanical garden with
about 400 species of wild flowers, the beautiful
collection of minerals from the area and, the
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep Olden
(photostop by
Oppstryn Lake)
45 min
Arrive Jostedalsbreen
National Park Centre
2 h 15 min.
Dep. Jostedalsbreen
National Park Centre
3h
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 170 pr group.
The tour can be operated in several
shifts during the day.
Additions to this tour:
* An exciting visit in the “Lavvo”
(Sami-tent) tasting traditional
Norwegian food while listening to
good Norwegian stories.
*Various scenic hikes in the National
Park.
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14
TYSTIGEN & VIDESETER
Lovely landscape, stunning views, and
summer snow.
The excursion brings you along the
Nordfjord, and further through the Stryn
Valley along the scenic Oppstryn Lake and
Hjelledalen to Videseter and Tystigen on
Mt. Strynefjellet. Here we find Stryn
Summerski; a fantastic place to enjoy
summer-snow for Norwegian and
international ski- and snowboard
enthusiasts. Stryn Summer Ski offers slopes,
park and cross–country tracks.
To complete the day we stop at Videseter
to enjoy a coffee or tea with a panoramic
view of the valley.
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ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep.Olden
(photostop by Stryn
Lake)
1h 30 min
Arrive Tystigen
(photostop 15 min)
1h 45 min
Dep Tystigen
2h
Arrive Videseter
Coffee/tea break
2h 45 min
Dep. Videseter
4h
Arrive Olden
Max number of pax: 400
This tour can be combined with a
visit to the Jostedalsbreen National
Park Centre (tour 13).
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STRYN SUMMER SKI
Try the great slopes at the
summerskiing centre at Mt. Stryn.
ITINERARY
Northern Europes best summerskiing
complex is located on Mt. Stryn. It is a
wonderland for sport enthusiasts who
want to explore summersnow in
excellent prepared slopes, parks and
tracks. The chairlift and T-bar will bring
you up to the glacier plateau.
Time of departure
0
Dep.Olden
1 h 30 min.
Arrive Stryn Summer
ski (enjoy alpine or
cross-country)
7h
Dep. Stryn Summer ski
8h
Arrive Olden
Instructors and rentals of alpine,
snowboard telemark and cross-country
are available.
Max number of pax: 45
www.strynsommerski.no
Enjoy a snack at the cafeteria terrace
while tanning in the sun!
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NORDFJORD PANORAMA
On this excursion you have superb views
of the Nordfjord, the fifth largest fjord in
Norway and the Hornindal Lake, the
deepest lake in Northern Europe.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep Olden
1h
Arr. Nos
1 h 15 min.
Dep. Nos
1 h 30 min.
Arr. Kvalen
1 h 45 min.
Dep. Kvalen
2 h 15 min.
Arr. Nordfjordeid
3h
Dep. Nordfjordeid
Via Hornindal Lake
4 h 30 min.
Arr. Olden
The first part is along the northern banks of
the Nordfjord through the beautiful
settlements of Blakset, Fjelli and Hopland.
On the viewpoint at Nos, there is a stunning
view of the Nordfjord and its western
mountains.
Another panorama is at Kvalen before we
go down to the fjord again in Hennebygda
and continue to Nordfjordeid for coffee and
cakes.
This tour can be done in several shifts.
We return to Olden along the crystal clear
Hornindal Lake with picturesque small
islands and high, ragged mountains.
www.nordfjordpanorama.no
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GEIRANGER
From one wonderful fjord to another,
experience a cross section of the best
Norway can offer.
ITINERARY
Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden
2h
Arr. Mt. Dalsnibba
2 h 15 min.
Dep. Mt. Dalsnibba
3 h 15 min.
Arr. Geiranger
(lunch)
5h
Dep. Geiranger ferry
6h
Arr. Hellesylt
7 h 45 min.
Arr. Olden
This excursion presents a pearl of Norwegian
nature. We explore the best of Norwegian
fjord landscape and visit some of Norway’s
finest attractions. We pass the deepest lake
in Northern Europe; Hornindalsvatnet Lake,
we sail on the famous Geirangerfjord – one
of nature’s masterpieces that were added to
the UNESCO Worlds Heritage List in 2005.
We enjoy the beautiful scenic panorama
views from Flydalsjuvet, Dalsnibba and
Videseter.
Maximum: 180 pax
Double capacity if the tour is
operated in two groups (vice versa).
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CULTURE & CUISINE OF NORDFJORD
A magic roundtrip with scenery, culture, and
local food.
ITINERARY
This excursion is a roundtrip to explore Inner
Nordfjord. We will visit Nordfjord Folk
Museum which is located at Sandane. At the
museum we find 45 preserved buildings which
many are furnished in the manner from when
they were still in use in the 17-1800th century.
Local cuisine at Gloppen Hotell, the winner of
several prices for their excellent food.
We continue back to Olden via the Nordfjord
Panorama route with stunning views.
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Time from departure
0
Dep. Olden
1h 30min
Arrive Sandane
Visit Nordfjord
Folkemuseum
2h 30 min.
Dep. Museum
2h 45 min.
Lunch Gloppen Hotell
4h 15 min
Dep. Gloppen Hotell
5h
Dep. Anda – ferry
5h 45 min.
Arr. Nos (photo stop)
6h
Dep. Nos
7h
Arr. Olden.
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The
THE GLOPPEN MENU
- made by yourself
Use local ingredients to cook your own delicious
lunch.
We drive along the Nordfjord and over Mt.
Utvikfjellet and through the farming districts of
Breim to the picturesque small town Sandane. In the
historical Gloppen Hotell we meet one of the top
chefs of Norway, winner of several awards during
the last years. In 3 hours of cooking you learn how to
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Time from departure
0
Dep Olden
1 h 30 min
Arrive Gloppen Hotell,
Sandane
5 h 30 min
Dep. Sandane
7h
Arrive Olden
make a gourmet 3 course meal with local
products from the Gloppen area. Lunch is the
food you have prepared with great wines that
match perfectly with each course.
Maximum pax: 15
On the return to Olden we stop at Mt. Utvik; a
beautiful viewpoint to the Nordfjord.
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FJÆRLAND
Fjord, lakes, and glaciers combined with a
visit to the Norwegian Glacier Museum.
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We drive along the Nordfjord and across the
Mt. Utvik and through the farming districts of
Breim and Jølster. We soon arrive the small
village Fjærland by Sognefjorden. After a
small break by Bøya glacier for photos, we
proceed to Norwegian Glacier Museum; an
official information center for national parks
in general and the Jostedal Glacier National
Park in particular. Through several
exhibitions, models, and a Ivo Caprino movie
filmed at an angle of 225 degrees, you learn
about landscape formations and nature
phenomenons due to the glacier.
Time from departure
0
Dep Olden
2h
Arrive Bøyabreen
2 h 15 min
Dep. Bøyabreen
2 h 30 min
Arrive Norwegian
Glacier Museum
3 h 30 min
Dep. Norwegian Glacier
Museum
4h
Arrive Skei
(lunch)
5 h 30 min
Dep. Skei
7h
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 260
After this visit we drive to Skei to enjoy
lunch. On the return to Olden we stop at Mt.
Utvik; a beautiful viewpoint to the Nordfjord.
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RIB RAFTING ON THE NORDFJORD
”The Wig-lift” - A short high speed ride on the
fjord.
Feel the extreme power of the engine, and
explore the beautiful nature in the inner part of
Nordfjord. Excursion in speedboats on the
Nordfjord. We promise an ultimate ride in one of
the most visited areas in Norway. Get your
adrenalin kick in safe surroundings with
experienced drivers.
Equipment: Lifejackets, glasses and gloves are
provided. Bring warm clothes.
www.briksdaladventure.no
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45 min (15 – 20 min on the fjord).
Max capacity for each dept.: 24 pax.
Minimum no. of participants: 10 pax.
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WILD WATER RAFTING
Wild water rafting in the many long and
exciting rapids of the River Jølstra. Jølstra is
known as one of the best rafting rivers in
Norway.
We drive along the Nordfjord, across the
Utvikfjellet Mountain, through the farming
districts of Breim and Jølster.
Safety briefing and training on flat water,
before we go downstream the Jølstra River,
together with experienced instructors. After
the rafting we gather in the Wilderness Camp
by Lake Jølstravatnet, and enjoy a warm lunch.
On the return to Olden we stop at Mt.
Utvikfjellet - a beautiful viewpoint to the
Nordfjord.
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Time from departure:
0
Dep Olden
1 h 30 min
Arr. Jølstra River
Wild water rafting
Warm lunch
4 h 30 min
Dep. Jølster river
6h
Arrive Olden
Maximum pax: 40
(Swimming ability is required)
Equipment: We provide wetsuits,
wet shoes, paddle jackets/wet
jackets, helmets and PFD’s. Bring
towel, extra dry underwear or
swimsuit.
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CRAY FISHING IN NORDFJORD
Catch and eat!
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After wet suit fitting and safety briefing, we
set out on a speedy and refreshing RIB boat
tour on Nordfjord. The crayfish pots are
already in the fjord, and now our exciting
job is to draw them. We go ashore, and
cook our delicious catch on open fire in the
lavvo (a Sami tent) at the banks of
Nordfjord. Then it is settled for a lovely
meal of freshly caught crayfish;
accompanied with good bread and
mayonnaise, before returning to Olden.
2 hours’ excursion
Departure: Cruise terminal in Olden
Max capacity for each dept.: 12 pax
Minimum no of participants: 5 pax
www.briksdaladventure.no
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FJORD FISHING
What can be more relaxing than a fishing
trip on the peaceful Nordfjord?
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2 h 30 min.
Throw in the line, lean back, enjoy the
lovely surroundings, and wait for the fish to
bite. At least one of the 12 passengers on
board the small vessel Isabella will catch a
fish or two, that’s for sure. The vessel is
equipped with all fishing gear needed, and
captain Per knows where the fish is.
Fjord Fishing from
Olden.
Maximum pax: 12 per tour.
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HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHTS
See the most spectacular area in Norway
from the air with modern and comfortable
helicopters.
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Time from departure
The helicopters lift off from sea level into
the Jostedal Glacier area for a 20 min. ride
with a spectacular view over the valley,
lakes and mountains - then finally flying
over the Jostedal Glacier itself descending
back to the landing site with view to the
fjord.
0
10 min.
Dep. Olden bus
Arr. Landing site
helicopter
30 min.
Arr. Landing site
bus
45 min. Arr.Olden
Maximum number of pax: 55
Futher info: www.fjordhelikopter.no
(Larger groups can be arranged on
demand doing several shifts).
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A VISIT TO THE SINGERHEIMEN
- the home of William Henry Singer jr.
Singerheimen is a unique building of considerable
cultural and historical interest.
William Henry Singer jr.(1868-1943) was an
American artist and multimillionaire who settled in
Olden. In the USA he was heir to one of the biggest
steel companies. He came to Nordfjord in 1912,
and built his summer home here some years later.
Singer gave away big sums of money, enabling the
local authorities to build the local hospital, the
road between Olden and Innvik, and to restore the
old church in Olden and to build a school.
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0h 0 min
0h 5 min
1h 25 min
1 h 30 min
1 h 55 min
2h
Dep. Pier Olden
Arr. Singerheimen
Guided tour to the
home and the art
gallery
Dep. Singerheimen
Arr. Olden Old Church
Visit in the church, built
1759
Dep. Olden Old church
Arr. Pier Olden
Min. pax per group 7
Max pax per group 14
The Singerheimen consists of several buildings of
cultural and historical interest – art and artefacts.
The tour can be done in several shifts
during the day.
In Singer`s studio quite a few of his paintings are
displayed. He was an impressionist.
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GUIDED HIKE TO FARM SIGDESTAD
- cultural experience in spectacular nature
Sigdestad is a mountain farm located 314
metres above sea level at Hjelle. The path to
Sigdestad is fairly steep, and before 1723 they
had to use a stepladder to reach the farm. All
goods which had to be transported to and from
the farm, had to be carried on one`s back, up
and down the steep path. The houses that are
there today were built in 1908, and people
lived at this road-less farm until 1960. The farm
has a fascinating history, and is today
maintained by “Segestad’s friends”. This
foundation was established in 1983.
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Time from departure
0h
Dep. Olden
1h
Arr. Hjelle
3h
Arr. Sigdestad
5h
Dep. Sigdestad
6h 30min
Dep. Hjelle
7h 30min
Arr. Olden
Lunch: Coffee made the old fashion way
will taste excellent after the walk. We
can also serve you food and beverages
and delicious homemade “svele”.
The walk is about one hour, steep and fairly
hard. The local guide will tell you about the life
on the farm in the old days, and the dramatic
events in the area. The farm has several times
been taken by avalanches.
Minimum pax: 10
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ANCIENT GLOPPEN
Foto: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Fjord Norge
When anchoring at Sandane
Drive through orchards on the banks of Gloppen
Fjord to the oldest church in Nordfjord, most
certainly built in the 10th century. The altar is a
large catechism dating from 1604.
Continue to Holvikjekta, a 60 feet long sea vessel,
the last of the traditional passenger/freight vessels
from 18th century.
Next stop is Nordfjord Folk Museum, the district
museum in Nordfjord, with 40 preserved buildings
from the 1700 – 1800 c. Most of the buildings are
furnished in the in the manner from when they
were still in use. The museum has also a culturalhistorical exhibition, as well as guest exhibitions.
Continue to Old Gimmestad Church, built in 1692,
and a good example of Norwegian church
architecture from the time after the Reformation.
One the way back to the pier we visit Eidfoss falls,
33 metres high and with one of the world’s highest
salmon stairs.
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0
0 h 20 min
0 h 40 min
0 h 55 min
1 h 10 min
1 h 20 min
2 h 20 min
2 h 35 min
3 h 00 min
Church
3 h 30 min
Dep. Sandane
Arr. Vereide Church
Dep. Vereide Church
Arr. Holvikjekta
Dep. Holvikjekta
Arr. Nordfjord Folk
Museum
Dep. Nordfjord Folk
Museum
Arr. Old Gimmestad
Church
Dep. Old Gimmestad
Via Eidsfoss Waterfall
Arr. Sandane
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SELJE MONASTERY
When docking in Måløy or anchoring in Selje
We drive through a contrasting landscape of
mountain and ocean to the picturesque village
Selje. From here, there is a 15 minute boat ride to
Selja Island, hosting the ruins of Selje Monastery,
built by the Benedictine monks in the early 12th
century Foto:
in memory
of St. Sunniva. Legend says
Thomas Bichardt
that the Irish king’s daughter Sunniva died as a
martyr here, and became the saint of Western
Norway. The monastery ruins are of the best
preserved in Norway, and the tower is still intact.
Back in Selje, there is time to enjoy this lovely little
village with its impressive beach, before heading
back to Måløy via Åheim and Bryggja.
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0
1 h 00 min
1 h 15 min
2 h 15 min
2 h 30 min
3 h 30 min
5 h 00 min
Dep. Måløy
Arr. Selje
Arr Selje Monastery at Selja
Island
Dep. Selja
Arr. Selje
Stop for coffee and a stroll in
the village
Dep. Selje
Via Åheim and Bryggja
Arr. Måløy
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ROUND TRIP OF VÅGSØY
When docking in Måløy
Half-day tour with the highlights of the charming
Island Vågsøy. From the busy fishing port of
Måløy we drive along the picturesque northern
coast of the island to Kråkenes. Short walk to the
lighthouse followed by a walk round the
interiors of the lighthouse, now converted to an
inn with a few guest rooms. A stunning view to
the Atlantic greets the guests upon arrival at
Kråkenes.
We then proceed to the very special landmark
Kannesteinen, a rock formation on the edge of
the water which has been worn down by the
sea. Vågsberget, an old restored trading post, is
our last place of visit.
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0
2 h 35 min
2 h 50 min
3h
3 h 45
Dep. Måløy
Via Refvik Beach
Arr. Kråkenes
Lighthouse
Dep. Kråkenes
Lighthouse
Arr. Kannesteinen
Dep. Kannesteinen
Arr. Vågsberget
Dep. Vågsberget
4h
Arr. Måløy
1h
1 h 45 min
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WEST CAPE
When docking in Måløy or anchoring in Selje
Half-day tour to the famous West Cape. From
the busy fishing port of Måløy we go north to
the historical coastal village Selje, enjoying
typical coastal scenery on the way. During the
short break in Selje we can have a walk on the
superb Selje Beach. Over the peninsula Stad,
famous in Norway for rough weather we reach
West Cape, towering some 500 metres over the
Atlantic. Magnificent view in clear weather, an
experience you are not likely to forget quickly in
storm. Return via the villages Leikanger, Åheim
and Bryggja to Måløy.
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0
1h
1 h 30 min.
2 h 15 min.
3h
5h
Dep. Måløy
Arr. Selje
Dep. Selje
Arr. Vestkapp
Dep. Vestkapp
via Bryggja
Arr. Måløy
NORDFJORD
www.nordfjord.no
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Cruise Network of Olden - Nordfjord
Tinggata 3, NO-6783 Stryn
www.nordfjord.no/cruise
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