The Norwegian fjords are a real fairy tale land and the dream of every traveler who prefers natural landscapes to man-made attractions. They are very diverse and not similar to one another. The bays of the western and central coasts of the country are stretches of sea sandwiched between sheer cliffs, framed by the emerald greenery of the coastal slopes and the crystal clarity of thundering waterfalls. 
The wide expanses of water at the eastern end are an endless expanse that turns into the landscapes of the inhospitable northern tundra. The fjords are the hallmark of Norway, its pride and an inexhaustible source of income from numerous tourists who want to take a cruise or walk along the shores at all costs to admire the incredible beauty and ingenuity of nature, which was very generous to these places.
Geirangerfjord
A long 15-kilometer bay, which is a branch of the larger Storfjord, located in the county of Møre og Romsdal. It is surrounded by steep cliffs reaching a height of 1.5 km, glaciers and wooded slopes with numerous water cascades. The main natural attractions of the fjord are waterfalls with the romantic names Bridal Veil, Groom and Seven Sisters. 
Lysefjord
The Ryfylkevegen road leads to Lysefjord and has particularly picturesque scenery, but the best way to get to the bay is by cruise ship, whose route runs along Kjerag and Preikestolen. Lysefjord is one of the most popular and visited due to its accessibility. It cuts into the coast for 42 km, the depth in different places varies in the range of 13-450 meters. 
Sognefjord
The bay is often called the “King of the Fjords” due to its incredible size: over 200 km long and over 1 km deep. This bay is the second largest in Europe. It has dozens of small and large branches, in the depths of which small villages and picturesque mountain slopes are hidden. They are covered with dense forests, turning into snow-capped peaks, shining brightly in the piercing rays of the northern sun. 
Aurlandsfjord
One of the branches of the giant Sognefjord. Its length is relatively small - only a couple of tens of kilometers, but in beauty it is perhaps superior to its counterparts. Along the shores you can ride an inflatable boat, walk or ride a mountain bike to fully enjoy the panoramic view of the bay - many travel companies provide a similar service. 
Nærøyfjord
This fjord is noted by UNESCO as one of the most picturesque in Norway. You can get here via the Flåm Railway, which makes sharp turns in the mountains. During the trip you will also be able to enjoy unforgettable views of waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. The popular cycling route called the Digger's Road is nearby, as is the Stalheimskleiva hiking trail. 
Hardangerfjord
The second largest bay in Norway, inferior in size to the Sognefjord by almost 100 km. It is also divided into many smaller bays with indented shores. Hardanger stretches along the borders of 13 county districts, with fish farms and farms where salmon and rainbow trout are bred, as well as industrial enterprises located near the water. In spring, fruit orchards bloom here. Numerous hotels located in picturesque places are ready to welcome tourists. 
Nordfjord
The fjord is located in the central part of the coast. A highway runs along its shores, which in the area of Bürchelo dives under the Jostedalsbreen glacier. This place has considerable tourism potential due to its good accessibility. Passenger ferries run along the bay, so you don’t have to book an expensive excursion to enjoy its beauty. 
Trondheimsfjord
A large fjord about 130 km long, located closer to the western part of the coast. The bay was named after the city of Trondheim. Within the water area there are three islands: Teutra, Ytterøy and Munkholmen, on which at different times there was a monastery of the 11th century, fortifications of the 17th-19th centuries, as well as German air defense during the Second World War. Shipyards of oil and shipbuilding companies have been built on the shores of the fjord. Back in the Viking Age, an important sea route ran here. 
Oslofjord
The fjord in the north is adjacent to the country's capital, so you don't have to travel hundreds of kilometers to see the famous beauty of the Norwegian bays. And although it is inferior in beauty to other fjords, it has a developed transport system, inhabited shores and many picturesque corners, which will not be difficult to get to. More than 40% of the country's population lives no more than an hour's drive from here. 
Altafjord
A bay of the Norwegian Sea, stretching almost 40 km in length. In some places, its shores are somewhat reminiscent of the classic lake district of the northern regions: a lot of forest and waist-deep grass, in other areas there are moss-covered rocks and hills of the Far East or even tundra where deer roam. In the city of Alta, located on the coast, you can admire the futuristic Cathedral of the Northern Lights. On the rocks surrounding the fjord there are rock paintings that attract the attention of tourists from all over the world. 
Trollfjord
The fjord is associated with a legend about a fabulous troll, which is not difficult to guess from the name, who sits on the top of one of the coastal cliffs and protects his possessions from encroachments. Indeed, during the cruise you can notice a stone formation that vaguely resembles a clumsy figure. In some areas, the Trollfjord is so narrow that it seems as if you can reach the shore with your hand. 
Jössingfjord
A small fjord only 2 km long and no more than 250 meters wide, located in southwestern Norway. Tourists are attracted here by the picturesque landscapes, unusual houses built right under the rock, as well as a tunnel running under the mountain that goes down to the water. In 1940, an incident occurred here with the ship "Altmak", which began the capture of Norway by the Wehrmacht. 
Lyngenfjord
The bay is located in northern Norway, east of the city of Tromso. This is a real kingdom of ice, snow and incomparable Northern Lights. From the shores of the Lyngenfjord there is a magnificent view of the Arctic mountains - the so-called Lyngen Alps. Tourists sailing along the coast are always amazed by the cold severity and inaccessibility of these places. The bay is also known as a popular fishing spot for giant cod and halibut. 
Varangerfjord
The fjord is located in the eastern part of Norway on the border, partly along its shores. There are a lot of fish of different species found here. Water influenced by the Gulf Stream freezes only in the harshest winters. Of course, to see the most picturesque part of the bay, you need to cross the border, since within our country the coast of the fjord is quite flattened. 
Porsangerfjord
The fjord is a bay of the Barents Sea, located in eastern Norway and characterized by harsh landscapes. Its constantly foggy shores are surrounded by gently sloping hills covered with sparse subarctic vegetation. All around lies real tundra - an almost bald plain, where even in summer the snow does not melt in the deep depressions. These places are beautiful in their own way, and it’s not for nothing that there are also hotels and campsites for travel trailers here. 
Westfjord
Westfjord probably cannot be considered a fjord in the classical sense that tourists traveling to Norway are used to. Rather, it is a wide open bay that smoothly flows into the Norwegian Sea. Cod fishing has been carried out here since the Middle Ages. In winter, killer whales often swim into the fjord, and travelers come to see them. The climate in the surrounding area is quite harsh. It rarely goes without piercing winds.
Kvenangenfjord
When you get to Kvenangenfjord, you immediately experience a feeling of the absence of civilization. It seems that there is only sea, stones, sun and snow around. The bay is more than 70 km long, its shores are completely covered with rocks, practically devoid of vegetation (only moss and low-growing grass). On a polar day, the sun shines brightly here, bathing the surrounding area in orange light, adding to the sense of unreality. 
Ofutfjord
The fjord is located far beyond the Arctic Circle, so the local climate is suitable only for the most seasoned travelers. The bay is famous for the fact that several major battles took place on its shores during World War II. Reminders of this time are the cruisers and destroyers lying on the bottom, which are happily explored by divers who are not afraid to dive into the inhospitable northern waters. 
Storfjord
The strait, most of which is covered with glaciers, is the kingdom of polar bears and walruses. The places are absolutely wild and incredible: you can endlessly admire the shores covered in eternal snow, drifting ice floes, and noisy flocks of eiders. However, it is unlikely that you will be able to go ashore - according to the rules of the reserve located here, ships can swim no closer than 500 meters so as not to scare the animals. 
Isfjord
The shores of the bay can be considered the most densely populated on Spitsbergen, since the largest villages of the archipelago are located here: Pyramid, Longyearbyen, Barentsburg. Isfjord is colorful rocks (the variety is achieved due to the moss of different shades covering the slopes) against the backdrop of blue water, sky-colored ice blocks and endless expanses of polar tundra merging with the horizon. 
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