Get a seat in the front row for a great adventure in the Sogn og Fjordane county, with holiday homes in the Sogn og Fjordane to accommodate your start of a fabulous vacation here. Fishing, hiking, walking around, shopping, exploring the local culture, dining in wonderful restaurants, enjoying a breathtaking nature are just few of the points to be mentioned as being unique and fun filled in this part of the country. After a day of activities, relax at one of the local spas and experience the Scandinavian saunas that are renowned throughout the world. The Sogn og Fjordane area is mostly an agricultural one, and this is where you will also find the Urnes Stave Church and the Nærøyfjord, both listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
A holiday among nature in Sogn og Fjordane
A holiday in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway, is a holiday spent among nature, one that will have you enjoying some beautiful landscapes, some breathtaking views, as well as numerous activities among nature. The largest glacier in the mainland of the country, the Jostedalsbreen, is to be found here in the Breheimen mountain range. This means great opportunities for hiking, for walking and biking in the area, as well as the chance to simply enjoy nature at its best, without the influence of mass tourism. The deepest lake in the country is also to be found here, namely the Hornindalsvatnet, where boating, sailing, kayaking and many other water sports can be enjoyed. There are many cruise ships that stop by in Sogn og Fjordane, because of the area's fabulous views with steep mountains and depp blue fjords.
The waterfalls in Sogn og Fjordane will steal your heart
This area of Norway, being one that is mainly focused on agriculture, might lead us to the thought that it is in fact a rural area... yet a holiday home in Sogn og Fjordane will reveal in fact that this beautiful region with its breathtaking landscape is not your typical countryside. In Sogn og Fjordane nature seems to have created a perfect "nest" where it shelters some of the most amazing beauties, such as the unique waterfalls. The Ramnefjellsfossen for example is the tallest waterfall in the country and the third tallest one in the world, and if you're wondering what exactly you can do when visiting a waterfall, you should know that the choices are numerous: from relaxing by the water to even rafting or swimming in some places, these wonders of nature are simply marvelous. The Vettisfossen is another waterfall in the area that reveals a fabulous landscape. Nærøyfjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a beautiful fjord, and there are also archipelagos like Bulandet, Bremangerlandet, all in all, a perfect natural setting for any outdoor activity. Plus, the local culture is one of traditions and the people are very welcoming here, your holiday in Sogn og Fjordane will definitely be an experience to remember.
