Aurlandsvangen

We are now arriving in Aurlandsvangen, the gateway to Norway’s Grand Canyon - Aurlandsdalen. Here the experiences start as soon as you set foot on land and the power of the nature hits you. From here you can visit Norway’s longest tunnel or the world’s longest fjord, high peaks, lush valleys, and glistening glaciers. Most people who come ashore here, also take a walk up to the Stegastein viewpoint, well over 400 metres above sea level, where you will be left speechless by the spectacular view that reveals itself in front of you. This is also the start of the old Aurland road, which is today a national tourist road and is popularly called ‘Snøveien’ or snow road. Now it is only open in the summer months, although that was also the case even before the Lærdal tunnel was opened in 2000. The trip takes just over an hour and passes through a magically beautiful landscape where waterfalls, snow-capped peaks and vast plateaus await you. In the village you can also visit the Aurland shoe factory and Économusée, where you can see the shoemakers at work and learn about the famous Aurland shoes. If you want to learn more about the local history and experience the running of a farm up close, we recommend a guided tour to Skalde Farm which lies high up the open valley side.