Camping in Western Fjords
33 campsites in Norway, Western Fjords
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The location of this site provides a unique experience – it is set at the foot of the famous vertical cliff of Trollveggen (the Troll Wall), which is Europe’s highest vertical mountain face. The site is pleasantly laid out in terraces with level grass pitches. The facility block, four cabins and reception are all very attractively built with grass roofs. Beside the river is an attractive barbecue area where barbecue parties are sometimes arranged. This site is a must for people who love nature. The site is surrounded by the Troll Peaks and the Romsdalshorn Mountains with the rapid river of Rauma flowing by.
Sandvik is a compact, small site in Gaupne, close to the Nigardsbreen Glacier and the spectacular Rv55 high mountain road from Lom to Sogndal. It provides 50 touring pitches, 48 with electrical connections (8/16A), arranged in an orchard setting either side of a road. A large supermarket, post office, banks and tourist information are all within a level 500 m. stroll. A café in the reception building is open in summer for drinks and meals and the small shop sells groceries, ices, soft drinks and sweets. Fjord fishing is nearby, as are guided tours of the Nigardsbreen and Jostedalsbreen glaciers.
Uniquely centred around a working fishing quay set in an idyllic bay, Skjerneset Camping has been developed to give visitors a historical insight into this industry. It steps back in time in all but its facilities and offers boats to hire and organised trips on a working fishing boat.
Located in the district of Vik on the south shore of Sognefjord, 4 km. from the small port of Vangsnes, Tveit Camping is part of a small working farm and it is a charming neat site. Reception and a kiosk open most of the day in high season and there is a phone to summon assistance at any time. Three terraces with wonderful views of the fjord provide 35 pitches with 30 electricity connections (10A) and there are also site owned cabins. On the campsite, you will find a restored Iron Age burial mound dating from 350-550 AD, whilst the statue of ‘Fritjov the Intrepid’ towers over the landscape at Vangsnes.
Kjørnes Camping is idyllically situated on the Sognefjord, three kilometres from the centre of Sogndal. It occupies a long open meadow which is terraced down to the waterside. The site has 100 pitches for camping units (all with electricity), 14 cabins and two apartments for rent. Located at the very centre of the ‘fjord kingdom’ by the main no. 5 road, this site is the ideal base from which to explore the Sognefjord. You are within a short drive (maximum one hour) from all the major attractions including the Jostedal glacier, the Nærøyfjord, the Flåm Railway, the Urnes Stave Church and Sognefjellet. This site is ideal for those who enjoy peace and quiet, renowned local walks, lovely scenery or a spot of fishing with a bonus of evening sunshine. Local activities include organised guided walks on glaciers, access to several stave churches and a goat farm in the mountains.
The view from Bud Camping is over the sea and this part of the coast is known for its excellent fishing. Visitors to the campsite can choose from 150 pitches on grass or hardstandings, most with 16A electricity. The facilities on site are modern and very well maintained. The site is peaceful and is a haven for fishermen and boating enthusiasts with a variety of boats for hire. The town of Bud is close with shops, bars and restaurants. You can take walks along the coast, or just relax in an atmosphere of calm which the owners actively promote.
For those seeking peace and quiet on the western shore of Sørfjord is Eikhamrane Camping. Arranged on a well landscaped and partly terraced field which slopes to a pebbly lakeside beach and quay. Formerly part of an orchard, which still extends on both sides of the site, there is room for 40 units on unmarked, well kept grass, 20 with electricity hook-ups (10A). There are attractive trees and good gravel roads, with areas of gravel hardstanding for poor weather. Many pitches overlook the fjord where there are also picnic benches, which afford the occasional glimpse of porpoises searching for mackerel.
The industrial town of Odda is bordered by the Folgefonna glacier and the Hardangervidda plateau. This site has been attractively developed on the town’s southern outskirts. It occupies 2.5 acres of flat, mature woodland divided into small clearings by massive boulders. Access is by well tended tarmac roads that wind their way among the trees and boulders to 55 touring pitches including 36 with electricity. The site fills up in the evenings and can be crowded with facilities stretched from the end of June to early August. It also operates a motorhome facility on the quay in Odda for 40 units (coin-operated payment).
Although the village of Ringøy is quiet and peaceful, it lies midway between two principal crossing points of Upper Hardangerfjord, the Kinsarvik ferry and the remarkable Hardanger suspension bridge, near the junction of two key routes. Extensive landscaping has produced a series of terraces running down from the road to the tree-lined fjord and the shore area where pitches have individual rock campfires. The owners, the Raunsgard family, are particularly proud of the site’s remarkable shore-side barbecue facilities. There is no reception, so on arrival you find a place and someone will call between 20.00 and 21.00.
Located in the dramatic Oldedalen Valley at the foot of the Briksdal Glacier, the Briksdal Mountain Lodge offers overnight Motorhome parking with unbeatable access to one of Norway’s most iconic natural wonders. A mix of grass and hardstanding pitches, some with electric hook-up, are set against a backdrop of towering peaks and glacial streams.Facilities are simple but spotless, with modern, heated sanitary blocks, free hot showers, and family rooms. A laundry room with a washer/dryer is available. Barbecue areas and picnic benches are dotted around the grounds, and a cosy café serves local dishes and packed lunches. There’s a small souvenir shop and helpful staff who can advise on walking routes and glacier tours.
This is a delightful, small, rural site which slopes down to Malmefjorden, a sheltered arm of Fraenfjorden. Bjølstad has space for just 45 touring units on grassy, fairly level terraces either side of the tarmac central access road. A delight for children is a large, old, masted boat which provides hours of fun. At the foot of the site is a waterside barbecue area with a large, communal, turfed roof area, a shallow, sandy, paddling area for children and a jetty. Both rowing and motorboats (with life jackets) can be hired and one can swim or fish in the fjord.
For those travelling north on the E39 beyond Bergen, there are surprisingly few attractive sites until one reaches the southern shore of the mighty Sognefjord, close to the ferry crossing from Oppedal to Lavik. A left turn towards Brekke takes you to the family-run Botnen Camping overlooking the fjord and with wonderful views of distant mountains.
Jølster Panorama is an idyllic and modern campsite situated on the edge of Jølstravatnet lake in Skei i Jølster, Norway. Located approximately 1.5 km from Skei Servicenter, it serves as an excellent base for exploring the stunning surrounding area and engaging in various activities on offer in the Jølster region. The campsite offers 70 pitches of which 40 are for touring and have electric and water hook up points available. Most pitches have uninterrupted panoramic views of the lake and the mountains. The lake itself is renowned for trout fishing, allowing guests to fish directly from the campsite.
Gryta Camping is located right at the edge of Lake Olden, between the fjords of the Jostedalsbreen National Park in the west of Norway. 10km from the site lies the Jostedalsbreen, the largest glacier on the European mainland. The site is located between various glacier tongues, and there are numerous small rivers nearby. One of these streams flows across the site and feeds into Lake Olden. The site has 120 grass pitches, of which 80 are for touring units, and it has 16/10-amp hook-up points. There are also five bungalows or log cabins available to hire. While staying here, you are guaranteed breath-taking views of the lake and the surrounding fjords.
Strynsvatn Camping is a family-run campsite idyllically located by Strynevatnet, approximately 12 km east of Stryn Centre, with fantastic views overlooking Strynevatnet and its surrounding mountains. The site has been running the same way for almost 50 years and offers 170 pitches, of which 50 are for touring units. 80 seasonal pitches. There are also 40 bungalows, chalets, apartments and log cabins available to hire. This is the perfect starting point for experiencing the many activities available in the area. The area is known for its dramatic mountains, luscious green lakes, waterfalls and many hiking opportunities. Swimming, kayaking, and boating are also very popular on-site on hot summer days, and during the evening, if you head down to the water front, you will find the communal BBQ and bonfire area. Perfect for soaking up the surroundings whilst enjoying a bite to eat. Other on-site facilities include a children's playground with a trampoline and climbing wall. There's free WIFI, a beach volleyball court, and a pingpong table; you can also rent bicycles on the site.
This somewhat unusual site is ideally located for the attractive North Seas city of Bergen. Around 40 caravan or motorhome pitches (all hardstandings) and 30 cabins, many with bathrooms are found on one side of the road, whilst on the other side, a small patch of grass which could accommodate about 10 small tents and the facilities building is found. The road through the site is often used by heavy vehicles accessing the nearby industrial units, so don't expect peace and quiet. Having said that, the cabins are well maintained and good value; the caravan and motorhome pitches are all reasonably level and the city is only 14km away with a good bus service available nearby.
Fagervik Camping is a small, terraced site in the northernmost part of western Norway. Fagervik Camping offers a picturesque escape overlooking the breathtaking Tresfjord. Sprawling over 700 meters along the fjord's edge, this terraced campsite invites you to unwind amidst greenery and picturesque waters. Enjoy the convenience of pitching your tent or caravan directly on the fjord's banks, where you can cast a line and reel in a fresh catch for dinner. The stunning mountain peaks reflected in the crystal-clear waters create a captivating backdrop, while nearby hiking trails are a great way to explore the rugged wilderness. With 72 pitches, including 50 for touring units with 8/16-amp hook-ups, 15 seasonal pitches, and seven cosy accommodations, Fagervik Camping caters to various preferences. Each pitch features a private picnic table, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Trollstigen Camping and Gjestegård is a member of the PlusCamp group and set in the valley that leads to the famous Trollstigen or Troll Road that ascends and continues across the peaks to Gerainger Fjord. On site you will find excellent catering facilities shared with coach parties beginning their ascent of the Trollstigen. There are quality traditional style cabins for hire and more basic camping with extensive areas for tents. There are unmarked pitches for motorhomes and caravans with 14 able to access electric hook-ups. Located in an open part of the valley, the grass pitches afford spectacular mountain views. The central facilities are housed in traditional styled timber buildings with grass roofs. A Troll theme influences signage and decoration and campers and tourists have access to the sale of souvenirs continuing this theme. This site has close links with the recently opened viewpoint at the summit of the Troll Road and makes a good base to return to if the view is obscured by clouds as is inevitable at times in mountainous country.
Stordal Camping is situated on the shores of Storfjorden where high forested valley sides open to an inlet where the Stordalselva salmon river enters the fjord. It is an ideal location for fishing and boating but also a peaceful base to explore sights like Trollstigen and Muldalfossen, the fourth highest waterfall in the world. Modern sanitary facilities housed in traditional wooden buildings with turf roofs serve 30 touring pitches, 18 with access to electricity points (16A). Passing cruise ships head for Gerainger or Ålesund and both of these popular places are easily accessed by road.
Ulvik was discovered by tourists 150 years ago when the first liners started operating to the head of Hardangerfjord. This pretty little site is 500 m. from the centre of the town. It occupies what must once have been a small orchard running down to the fjord, beside a small stream. There is room for about 80 units, 32 with electricity connections, and six cabins, all on undulating ground that slopes towards the fjord and a sheltered area for boating, fishing and barbecues. The site is linked to a hotel, and campers benefit from access to its facilities.
Western Fjords
The attraction in this area is of course the amazing fjords. Dug out by ice, stone and rock during successive ice ages they are stunning example of natural beauty. Cycling routes, day cruises and hiking trails are all popular ways of exploring this area.