Nordfjord
Nordfjord is a fjord and traditional district in Western Norway, located mainly in Vestland county. It forms the inner part of the Sognefjord and stretches roughly 100 kilometers inland from the coastal outlet toward the mountainous interior near Stryn. The name Nordfjord translates to “north fjord.” The area combines coastal communities with inland valleys and is shaped by glacial forces that carved its steep shores.
Geographically, Nordfjord features deep waters flanked by high peaks and rugged terrain. Glaciers in the surrounding
Settlements and economy: Along the fjord’s shores lie towns such as Nordfjordeid and the coastal community
Transport and administration: Nordfjord is accessible by road along the shoreline, supported by ferries to some