Gudvangen Fjordtell is the ideal place to begin a tour of the Sogn area’s many attractions. It is the starting point for ferries that provide fjord tours as well as transportation to the places of interest for which Sogn is famous. You might wish to take the ferry up the Nærøyfjord, to Aurland and Flåm. Once in Flåm, you can take the Flåmline train (one of the world’s most special railroads). This journey along with the Nærøyfjord ferrytrip and, visit to Gudvangen, completes the «Norway-in-a-Nutshell» tour. Alternately, you can take a ferry up the Nærøyfjord to Manhillar (Kaupanger/Sogndal). Here you can visit the Heiberg collection – an outdoor folk park with old farms and houses and animals.
Yet another ferry destination is Lærdal, with very charming old buildings and the Salmoncenter. A short drive from Lærdal you also find the beautiful Borgund stave church. If you wish to explore the Gudvangen valley, we recommend a trip to Stalheimskleivene. This breathtaking vista spot is reached by an extraordinary, narrow zig-zag road which offers a new and dramatic view around every curve. You can proceed to the Vik mountain area, but be sure to bring a sweater along as snow is not unusual even in the summertime due to the altitude. In Vik you can visit Hopperstad stave church.
But whatever you do, remember to enjoy the most beautiful attraction of them all: Gudvangen and the Nærøyfjord. People come from all over the world, because it has everything they expect in a Norwegian holiday – nature at its most spectacular, along with excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking and photography. Gudvangen has been a frequently visited cruise-ship harbour since 1865, when they first started this activity. And in this little, very typical Western- Norway village, you find Gudvangen Fjordtell. Which is a remarkable triumph of imagination, bringing together 11th century Viking traditions, and the most modern Norwegian design concepts. This innovative building complex, nestled in the beautiful Gudvangen valley at the edge of the Nærøyfjord, is surrounded by towering mountains with innumberable waterfalls, and bordered by a crystal-clear river. Careful planning, attention to details, and care in execution are evident in every aspect of the Fjordtell.
The Fjordtell has been completely designed and constructed by local artists, from the bedroom furniture to the free-standing fireplace and dramatic wrought-iron stairway in the lodge. It has been built in two parts to accommodate those passing through the area as well as those who wish to come for a peaceful holiday. The Lodge is both majestic and functional. An air of grace and light pervades the building. Beneath the lofty ceiling one finds everything for the traveller’s comfort : cafeteria, restaurant, bar, tourist information, gift shop, money exchange, telephone/ fax/ copy service. In good weather you may wish to enjoy the beautiful view of the fjord from the outside terrace. On rainy days, the Lodge’s glass wall and ceiling still enable one to enjoy the most narrow fjord in Europe. The Fjordtell’s 12 Viking-style hotel rooms are located in the guest hall, which, like the Lodge, blends harmoniously into the environment. Every room has private entrance, and the decor, alive with Viking motifs, blends with the mountain scenery visible through the skylight. (Very suitable for wheel-chairs, roomy and no stairs). Apx. 100 meters from the Lodge we also have 9 mini apartments with equipped kitchen and roomy balcony for those who like more privacy. Recommended for longer stays and families with smaller kids. Welcome to Gudvangen!