Fjærland: Understanding Norway’s Glaciers
Excursion
Free
Visit a branch of Europe’s largest glacier, Jostedalsbreen
See a valley shaped by a glacier
Learn the geology of Norway’s landscape
Visit Norway’s leading glacier museum, set in an architectural masterpiece
National Park visit
Visit one of the branches of Jostedalsbreen, the largest glacier in continental Europe. Learn more about these natural wonders at the award-winning Norwegian Glacier Museum – and admire the stunning architecture while you’re there. After a short intro, explore this interactive and educational museum at your leisure.
Practical information
Requires small boat tendering to get ashore
Comfortable walking shoes, backpack, and water bottle recommended.
Walking information: Some walking required at the site of the glacier. Terrain can be rocky and uneven. Just approx 2-300 meters walk in total.
Included: Bus transport – guide at the glacier – entrance ticket to the Norwegian glacier museum.
Languages: English and Norwegian
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