Plan your visit

Plan your Visit

Learn about direct buses from Oslo, toll roads to Dalsnibba, and the best time to see the waterfalls.

Geirangerfjord

Geirangerfjorden, 6216 Geiranger

GPS 62.121, 7.129

Open directions

Getting there

Geiranger is remote, but accessible by bus, car, and boat in summer.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Car: Drive via Rv63 from Åndalsnes (Trollstigen) or Rv15/63 from Lom.	Varies by origin	Toll roads apply	Mountain passes, including the road to Dalsnibba, are closed in winter.
Bus: Take a public bus from Ålesund or the direct VY express bus from Oslo.	3 hours from Ålesund, 8 hours from Oslo	Varies by route	The direct VY bus from Oslo offers a highly scenic journey without the need to transfer.
Boat: Board a sightseeing cruise in Geiranger or take the car ferry from Hellesylt.	60 to 120 minutes	From NOK 600	The Hellesylt-Geiranger ferry is the most practical way to view the waterfalls up close if arriving from the west.
Train: Take a train to Åndalsnes or Otta, then connect to Geiranger via bus.	5.5 hours from Oslo to Åndalsnes	Varies	There are no direct train tracks to Geiranger due to the mountainous terrain.

When to go

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The best time to visit is from May to September. Mountain snowmelt makes the waterfalls most powerful in May and June. Ferries run frequently during summer. Mountain passes, including the road to Dalsnibba, close entirely in winter.

What to bring

Sturdy, grippy hiking boots for steep, rocky trails like Skageflå
Waterproof and windproof jacket for rapidly changing fjord weather
Merino wool base layers to stay warm on breezy boat decks
Camera with a wide-angle lens to capture the sheer 1,400m cliffs
Power bank for your phone, as mobile coverage is spotty on mountain trails
Motion sickness medication for winding mountain hairpin roads and ferries
Binoculars for spotting abandoned farms high on the cliffs
Warm fleece or down mid-layer for visiting the 1,500m Dalsnibba Skywalk
Sunscreen and sunglasses to combat glare off the water and snowcaps

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Bring waterproof layers and motion sickness medication.

Weather changes rapidly, and mountain roads have many hairpin turns.

How the day runs

How to organize your time.

Combine a boat cruise with high-altitude viewpoints.

09:00
Flydalsjuvet Viewpoint
Drive or take a bus for morning light over the fjord.
10:00
Dalsnibba Skywalk
Head up the toll road to 1,500 meters. Bring a warm fleece.
13:00
Boat Cruise
Take a 1-hour cruise to see the Seven Sisters and Suitor waterfalls.
15:00
Eagle Bend
Drive north to Ørnesvingen for a final view of the fjord.

Packing for the fjord

Pack merino wool base layers and a windproof jacket. Boat decks get breezy. Bring sturdy, grippy hiking boots if you plan to walk steep trails like Skageflå.

Remember a power bank because mobile coverage is spotty on the trails. Sunscreen and sunglasses are useful against the glare from the water and snowcaps.

Easiest way to do it

Elevated view of Geirangerfjord with a cruise ship anchored near the town of Geiranger.

Geiranger Shore Excursion Mt. Dalsnibba and Eagle Road

3 h 30 min 4.7 (761)

The Eagle Road
Local guide
The waterfall "Seven Sisters"
Sightseeing tour

From$124per person

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Planning questions

How to get to Geiranger from Oslo?

You can take the direct VY express bus from Oslo. The trip takes 8 hours. Alternatively, take a train to Åndalsnes (5.5 hours) and connect to a bus.

What is the Geiranger Skywalk?

The Geiranger Skywalk is a suspended glass-floored viewing platform on Dalsnibba. It sits 1,500 meters above sea level. Access requires paying a NOK 385 toll per car.

Can you see Geirangerfjord in winter?

It is very difficult. Most mountain passes and viewpoints close in winter due to snow. Ferries operate on highly reduced schedules.