By Cabin E

Before we continue, I would like to tell you a little more about Sogndal: Sogndal is the centre of the region, and altogether there are around 12000 people living in the municipality. In addition we are lucky enough to have around 3000 students. They make Sogndal a lively, colourful town with lots of activity. You can also find the Lerum factory, Nortura and the county administration for Vestlandet in the municipality. In addition, there are well establised businesses which provide the inhabitants with a steady income and job security. In contrast to other towns in Norway, Sogndal is actually one of the few places in the districts of Norway that is growing. People settle here and feel that they belong. In addition to having a job, much of the reason that people thrive here is the beautiful and easily accessible nature around us. In a small radius you can paddle, swim, hike in the mountains, cycle, walk on a glacier, climb (both indoors and outdoor) and visit national attractions – all on the same day. We are situated almost inside the heart of the world’s second longest fjord, have the lively cultural and other offerings of the town, whilst at the same time having peace and quiet right outside our front door. I think that we ‘Sogningers’ are very lucky.