Norwegen: die Ziele abseits der Fjorde

A cruise in the Norwegian fjords, many cruise fans on the top of the wish list. But Norway has more to offer! A travel report on historical Railways, modern cities and adventurous shore excursions ...

A Norway cruise is one of the most impressive natural spectacles that you can experience in the European summer. The further the ship sails in the direction of the North, the longer the days to be. In the Geiranger fjord-it is also in may, not-quite-dark in the night. The sky is still wearing the evening to eleven, and also in the Morning at half past four decorative red strip, in between, he turns into a beautiful dark blue.

Roter Sonnenuntergang mit Blick auf Wasser und Steine — *The midnight sun in Norway is the more intense the further you get in the North. Also, we may witness during our cruise, the reddish atmosphere in the "dark hours".*

Famous waterfalls in the Geirangerfjord

The highlights of the Geiranger fjord is a day on the roadmap, and yet they are not necessarily see: The Seven sisters, do not show, in fact, all visitors. If it has snowed a little, and the summer is very hot, tracks, only four or five of them make their way over the dark rocks. But your sight makes the cameras of the Norway-crusaders already in the chord click.

*The views of the Geiranger fjord is a world-famous. The best way to achieve this with the excursions from the ship directly.*

Up to 300 meters deep plunge the legendary waterfalls, seemingly in slow motion, in the Geiranger fjord. And on the opposite side of the Fjord, the Suitor – a waterfall is waiting in the shape of a bottle. According to the legend, he wanted each of the seven sisters in succession to marry. After they had rejected it all, drowned his despair in alcohol.

*The waterfalls "the Seven sisters" is best seen directly from the water. Not all of the sisters, however, are always visible. A local legend tells of its creation (see blog post).*

*The view from the ship to the waterfall is spectacular.*

Probably the best perspective on the famous Norwegian waterfalls, it has a sun deck Cruise ship from. We were with the MSC Meraviglia on-the-spot, one of the largest ships in the world. And yet we have felt in the face of the mighty fjord walls are surprisingly small. Dramatic clouds under the harsh swipe jagged mountain peaks at sunrise, part the Scenery looks like painted. And when the clouds lower to the surface of the water down, it acts as the ship would fly through the Fjord.

Those who want to go higher, simply book a panoramic tour in the Geiranger fjord. After the ship has made it to the mobile Gangway SeaWalk, it will go with a Bus in hairpin bends, the Geiranger road – the journey itself is an adventure! On more than 1000 meters of altitude, in the eagle's curve – opens a fantastic view of the landscape In the distance, small farms are nestled into the hillside, lush bright green meadows of dark green forest replaced. Who is in Bends uncomfortable, you can alternatively meet with the fast boat or kayak the famous Fjord closer.

*The country trip on the eagle street spectacular views of the Geiranger fjord.*

*On a hike to a remote mountain farms comes close to nature.*

Rail fans To Flåm!

Further inland in front of the cruise ships on the way to Flåm: Hours to cross the path of the vessels by the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest Fjord in Europe, until you turn in the narrow aurland fjord. Smaller cruise ships, sometimes at the UNESCO Nærøyfjord inside, the narrowest Fjord in Europe! 1700 metres, a height of the cliffs, 300 feet wide by travel.

*If the Fjord for each ship is too tight, you can explore the area to Flåm by train or car.*

*The architecture in Flåm is typical of the Norwegian red wooden house, the Fjord and mountains. Perfect for many holiday photos.*

*From the cruise ship, we are going by train, and more of the breathtaking scenery.*
*The railway line is one of the steepest lines in the world.*
*Tickets should be directly over the company bought, because they are sold out quickly.*

*The old train is full of historical Details.*

In Flåm, the journey offers the historic train through the dramatic mountains up to 866 metres high, located Myrdal. With up to 55 percent slope of the Flåmsbana is one of the steepest railway tracks in the world. The most relaxing experiences on this trip in the framework of a tour with the shipping company. The pure travel time between Myrdal and Flåm is around two hours, the Tickets are often sold out and the car is not driving in any hour of the day. Alternatively, you could wander in Flåm, but also, for example, to the waterfall Brekkefossen.

*The mountain landscape around Flåm is perfect for long walks.*

*The Details of the Flora & Fauna during our visit unique.*

*Everywhere, small streams and waterfalls around splashing us.*

Rich in tradition mountains as a cruise Highlight

It is hard to imagine that the cozy mountains in the middle ages was the largest city in the North of Europe. But the glorious history remains palpable: In the old Bryggen the tourists on historical Planks and take a picture of crooked houses and narrow streets bustling.

*Bergen is one of the most beautiful cities in Norway. From all sides for wonderful views arise.*

*The historical Flair, particularly in the old Hanseatic quarter Brygge noticeable. Bergen was for centuries part of the powerful Hanseatic League, and was also the largest city in the North.*

A good Overview of Bergen, it has gained from 319 meters high city of mount Floyen, in particular in the sunshine for a walk, or ride the cable car up is a Must. Who has a little more time should definitely go to the out – of-town open-air Museum Gamle Bergen, the reconstructed houses from the end of the 19th century. Century are brought to life by actors to life.

*In the open-air Museum bile mountains ("Old mountain") witnesses to the reconstructed houses from the old life in the 19th century. Century.*

*I got the streets in a vibrant coat of paint.*

Stavanger and Haugesund as a stop on a cruise?

If the ship is in Stavanger power, as a country, the hike excursion attracted to the Preikestolen – the effort will be rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view over the Lysefjord. The Plateau at a dizzying height is one of the most famous Selfie Spots in the country.

*Tourist magnet with a high rush: the rock above the Lysefjord.*
*The hike is quite strenuous and long, the Outlook makes every effort betting.*

*Dizzying, the view of the rock of Preikestolen is down on the water of the fjord.*

Stavanger is a modern city that has grown by Oil in the 1960s approached. However, in the historical city centre to the East of the old harbour, the white wooden houses are still standing from the 18th century. and 19. Century.

*Stavanger has an old core of picturesque wooden houses.*

*A little to the East of the old harbour, you can take a leisurely stroll through the streets.*

*In the old port of Vågen of Stavanger, the large cruise ships even.*

Alternatively, to Stavanger, some cruise ships also travel to Haugesund. The modern Town is considered to be the birthplace of Norway: Here to be the first Norwegian king Harald fairhair was buried, the areas around the year 900 multiple root to United a Kingdom. From here you can stroll along white sand beaches or the Viking Museum visit.

*Although Haugesund is a modern city, there are always traditional photo opportunities.*

*You can't see the house just tired of, no matter what the weather offers.*

*The fishing activities in Norway one of the most important Trade.*

If you're looking for a little adventure, you can book a room in Haugesund a trip in the boat and the island landscape on the coast of Norway to explore. In remote small fishing villages, the children will learn today in holiday camps, the life in the nature and practice driving in a kayak. On the way back to the small RIB boat leaves the protection of the Islands, and crossed the North sea – at least here in the sense of protection opens up suits and glasses, the act made the pass available. Depending on the weather, this Passage can be sitting on the sporty Jockey, in fact, a quite a wild Ride. The small stable ships to between 35 and 48 knots per hour.

*With the boat you can go on the trips close to attractions such as the bridge. Rapidly it goes back to the cruise ship then be divided needed protective suits absolutely.*

Experience a cruise stop in Oslo

After so much nature we need to compensate for something culture: As a cruise stop in Oslo just in time. Now we are spoilt for choice: Munch or Ibsen Museum? National gallery, or Museum Of The Island Of Bygdøy with the famous historic ships? From the award-winning Opera house, the powerful Akershus fortress to the city hall of red brick, the Norwegian capital offers a wide range of architectural Highlights.

*Already at the entrance to the harbour you can catch past the Islands with a holiday cottage in the Oslo fjord – a view of the city.*

If you would like to go for a little walk, you can walk from the cruise port along the water's edge to the Opera house and the city hall in Oslo (the place of the award of the Nobel prize). Oslo is incredibly versatile – modern district and alternate with the old structures directly.

*Oslo is also a wonderful cultural history Museum on the Bygdøy Peninsula. This can be visited on the way to the famous ship, a replica of the polar ship Fram in the neighborhood.*

*The Museum is in the Winter a wonderful Christmas market – in the summer, there are other events. Alternatively, you can take a leisurely stroll through the history of Norway.*

*There are always in the houses of the actor and demonstrations of old-world craftsmanship.*

*See the Viking ship Museum is also. This is conveniently located on the Museum island.*

Who wants to be a gastronomic inspiration, travels to the Mathallen in the scene quarter Started. More than 40 restaurateurs with unique concepts have rented a room in the former factory for steel bridges, and Franchise concepts one can search in vain. And affordable, the culinary world is to travel: Every Restaurant has at least one court under 100 Norwegian kroner on the map.

Tips for the Norway cruise

The best time to travel for a Norway cruise is the summer, when the days are long and the chances of good weather are high. But even in Winter Norway in the meantime, cruises, instead of (for example, AIDA Cruises) and the snowy mountains have their own special appeal! The chances of the Northern lights in the clear winter nights is also very high.

Many of Norway cruises start and end in the German port of Kiel, a comfortable arrival is guaranteed. Our one-week trip led next to the village of Geiranger, Flåm and Haugesund, even after Copenhagen. If you have a little more time, you can take up with the ship, but also to the North Cape and North-Norway and discover. It is worthwhile to compare the routes of the various providers, such as AIDA, TUI Cruises, Costa, MSC or Phoenix Reisen.

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