See the glaciers

 Jostedalsbreen Glacier is the largest glacier on the European continent and has several outlet glaciers flowing in many directions. In Fjaerland, you can get very close to two of these outlet glaciers - Bøyabreen and Supphellebreen.

Glacier walks

Glacier walks with experienced guides are arranged  on several outlet glaciers from Jostedalsbreen, from May to October. In Fjaerland you can walk to Supphellebreen, 1000 metres above sea level. This is a demanding hike for 2-4 hours, before you can enter the glacier. Here, you will experience a beautiful view towards Fjaerland and the Fjaerlandsfjord. Easier glacier walks you can find, for instance, on Haugabreen (in Jølster) or Nigardsbreen (in Jostedalen). 

Hiking

Hiking the mountains in Fjaerland offers a vast range of opportunities. Local guides can provide the extra ingredient you crave for having a really special experience. Fjaerland is one of the few places on Earth where you can see glacier, fjord and mountains at the same time.

Kayak & boat

Kayaking the calm fjord in Fjærland is a must-do-activity in the summer, especially with Fjærland Guiding! Other boating activities is offered by Fjærland Fjordstove Hotel. Like row boat hiring, personal fishing trip or guided boat tour to the isolated and historic farming villages along the fjord.

The winter is full of joy within the white element. Here you can go cross-country, backcountry (off piste) or having a good time in the slopes of the local ski resorts. In and around Fjaerland, we have difficulty levels suited for everyone.

The Norwegian Glacier museum

The Norwegian Glacier Museum & Ulltveit-Moe Climate Centre is an interactive museum for the whole family, who gives you knowledge about glaciers and climate in new and innovative ways. Panoramic movie, climate exhibition, outdoors playground for kids, café, free parking, Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre

THE NORWEGIAN BOOK TOWN

In Mundal you find The Norwegian Book Town with several picturesque second-hand book shops. The Book Town opened in 1996, being the eighth booktown in the world and the first in Scandinavia.

biking

There are good possibilities for biking in Fjaerland. It's good for you and it's good for the environment. Bikes for rent at Bøyum Camping, close to the Norwegian Glacier Museum.

NOK 40,- hour rent

NOK 200,- day rent

River fishing in Fjaerland happens between July 1 and August 31. Buy fishing card at Bøyum Camping.

Flatbrehytta Mountain Cabin is situated 1000 metres above the fjord and next to the mighty Flatbreen Glacier. The fjord view on one side and the glacier on up the other is truly amazing!  The hike to the cabin is spectacular, but partly steep and strenous. We recommend all hikers to consider their fitness or hire a guide.

Duration: 2-4 hours going up and 2-3 hours going down (total 4-7 hours).

The glacier bus goes from the ferry quay in Mundal to Bøyabreen Glacier every day in June, July, August and September (September 15th). The bus is corresponding with the passenger boat coming from Balestrand. On it’s way to the glacier, the bus stops at the Norwegian Glacier Museum and it is possible to visit the muesum by buying a ticket. In the peak season there is an English speaking guide on the bus.

The fjord and glacier cruise takes you to Fjaerland in the summer. The passenger boat sails between Balestrand and Fjærland in June, July, August and September (September 15th). Hit the button below for time tables.

Bøyaøyri Nature Reserve

The Bøyaøyri estuary at the head of the fjord is a protected nature reserve, due to its part in bird migration during the spring and autumn. 100 species have been observed and approximately 50 of them nest in the area.

At the mouth of the Fjaerland fjord you enter the village of Balestrand, where captain Tor resides. Here, he’ll take you for fjord adventures like angling, fjordsafari, biking or snow shoe hiking.