Ytre Standal
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Can you spot the kids and goats? Now we’re passing Ytre-Standal, a small, charming fjord village clinging to the mountainside where the fjord is at its wildest and most beautiful. Though few permanent residents remain today, the landscape and those who live here make it extraordinary. Once a hub with a school, shop, and active farms, it now whispers of quieter times. The village hosts a renowned fish hatchery, producing high-quality smolt that fuel Norway’s salmon industry—nurtured by the fjord’s pristine waters. Rent a modern cabin by the shore (boat included!), and wake up to a fjord so still it mirrors the towering peaks—a perfect selfie backdrop. Nearby, a lively farmyard bursts with goat kids (the playful babies!) and their adult companions, delighting visitors of all ages. This is life at its simplest: close to nature, animals, and tranquility. Fun fact: In Norwegian, "kje" is a kid (baby goat), while "geit" is adult goat. Now you’ll know what to call those adorable little spring-leapers!