Geirangerfjorden

Geirangerfjorden is a fjord in western Norway, located in Møre og Romsdal county within Stranda Municipality. It forms a branch of the larger Storfjorden and extends roughly 15 kilometers from its mouth near the village of Geiranger to its innermost reaches among steep mountain walls. The scenery is characterized by dramatic vertical cliffs and a series of iconic waterfalls, including the Seven Sisters, the Suitor, and the Bridal Veil, which cascade down the fjord’s sides.

Geologically, the fjord was carved by glacial processes during the Ice Ages, producing a deep, narrow valley with walls that rise high above the water. Depths reach several hundred meters in places, and the surrounding peaks exceed 1,000 meters in elevation, creating a landscape of contrasting water, rock, and snow-fed heights. The area has long been valued for its natural beauty and cultural landscape, including historic farms perched along the cliffs.

Geirangerfjorden is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site West Norwegian Fjords, designated in 2005 in conjunction with the nearby Nærøyfjord. The inscription recognizes the exceptional glacially formed fjords, rugged mountain scenery, and the traditional human settlement patterns that have adapted to this landscape. Today, the fjord is a major tourist destination, accessible by boat and by road. The village of Geiranger at the eastern end serves as a gateway for cruises and excursions, with renowned viewpoints such as the Eagle Road (Ornevegen) and hiking routes to high vantage points like Dalsnibba.