As spring arrives in the Northern Hemisphere and resorts are pivoting to mountain biking a small number of ski resorts and areas around the globe defy seasonal norms and have just started or are gearing up for their skiing and boarding season These hidden gems are so remotely located they are rendered inaccessible during the winter months and the access roads can be cleared these extraordinary resorts and ski areas come to life and are therefore only open in summer Join us as we explore six remarkable summer-only ski resorts and areas across the globe from the stunning Rockies in the United States to the enchanting Japanese Alps Situated in the Yamagata Prefecture of Japan the Gassan ski resort offers an extraordinary summer skiing adventure is not one of access but rather of too much snow to be able to operate during winter Nestled at an impressive altitude of 5,249 feet (1,600 meters) — which is significantly higher than Niseko at only 3,937 feet (1,200 meters) — the resort provides access to a skiable area of approximately 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) on four beginner runs and two advanced runs The Gassan resort is serviced by one chair lift and two t-bars Skiers can relish the unique experience of skiing on Japan’s third-highest mountain which reaches an altitude of 6,509 feet (1,984 meters) while immersing themselves in the region’s rich cultural heritage Why not visit in May and combine your ski trip with seeing Japan’s famous cherry blossoms blooming Nestled in the idyllic Norwegian countryside the summer-only ski resort of Stryn offers a remarkable skiing experience Stryn Summer Ski Centre is situated at 3,494 feet (1,065 meters) on the Tystig Glacier and a double chair takes you up to 4,429 feet (1,350 meters) and provides access to a skiable area of approximately 1.8 miles (3 kilometers) Skiers can enjoy a variety of runs of varying degrees of difficulty The long winding road through the stunning countryside alone is worth the trip The resort is scheduled to open on May 28 and plans to stay open until late October Situated atop Scandinavia’s highest mountain which reaches 8,098 feet (2,469 meters) above sea level the Galdhøpiggen Summer Ski Center promises an unforgettable summer skiing experience which is also known as ‘Juvass,’ provides skiers with a skiable area spanning over 3.1 miles (5 kilometers) of groomed slopes from 6,069 feet (1,850 meters) at Juvbreen to an altitude of 7,368 feet (2,246 meters) making it the highest ski area in Scandinavia The Summer Ski Center is located on a glacier and the T-bar ski lift is secured to the ice which is in constant movement down towards Juvvatnet green glacial water beautifully contrasts the surrounding permafrost landscape This year the season at Galdhøpiggen goes from May 5 until November 5 Nestled in Norway’s captivating Hardangerfjord region Fonna enchants visitors with its awe-inspiring summer skiing opportunities Perched at an elevation of 4,757 feet (1,450 meters) on the Folgefonna Glacier in Norway the resort offers 3 miles (5 kilometers) of slopes across four different runs serviced by a single T-bar There are also summer cross-country trails for classic and skate training on top of the glacier from which you can revel in the scenic beauty of the fjords below you Fonna is very popular for summer training for European snowsports athletes as it has a Freestyle park and Moguls course was founded by locals and is hoping to take over operations for 2025 and is aiming to open in May The resort is typically open until late September Located in the heart of the Italian Alps close to the Swiss border Passo Stelvio is both the name of the spectacular winding mountain road and the ski resort at the peak of the pass road Jeremy Clarkson called the Stelvio Pass “the greatest driving road in the world” on the TV show ‘Top Gear.’ The Stelvio resort is the largest summer skiing area in the European Alps and offers skiing from 9,049 feet (2,758 meters) to 11,319 feet (3,450 meters) and spanning over 12.4 miles (20 kilometers) of groomed slopes skiers can enjoy a variety of thrilling descents against the backdrop of the majestic Alps Summer skiing at Stelvio has a long-standing tradition dating back to the early 1930s when the mountain hut Livrio was built The resort is popular with international ski racing teams and is usually the summer base for the Italian national ski team Passo Stelvio has announced it will open on May 31 and is planning to stay open until November 2 Nestled amidst the picturesque Beartooth Mountains in Montana along the border to Wyoming Beartooth Basin beckons skiers seeking an off-the-grid summer skiing adventure With an impressive altitude of 10,900 feet (3,322 meters) the ski area boasts a skiable area of approximately 600 acres Skiers can take advantage of the resort’s three lifts to access the diverse terrain which includes 1,000 vertical feet of exhilarating descents The Beartooth Pass is the highest mountain pass in the Northern Rockies and Charles Kuralt called it “the most beautiful drive in America” on his TV show ‘On the Road.’ The ski area was established in the mid-1960s by three Austrian-American race coaches as an alpine ski racing summer training ground until its sale to its new owners in the late 90s Beartooth Basin typically opens at the end of May and operates until end of July Beartooth Basin is planning to open for skiing and snowboarding operations on May 25 this year The ski area announced on its website that it would be open this summer after not being open in 2024 and in 2022 due to a lack of snow the resort was only open for two-and-a-half weeks These summer-only ski resorts showcase the versatility of the sport inviting enthusiasts to embrace the thrill of skiing even in the warmest months Whether carving through the Italian Alps or exploring the fjords of Norway these unique destinations offer an extraordinary blend of natural beauty and adrenaline-pumping adventures Please note that resort statistics and information are subject to change and it is advisable to visit the respective resort websites for the most up-to-date details on facilities and offerings Not all Norwegian summer ski areas are created equal, and while Fonna near the Hardangerfjord is having a fantastic season with record snowfalls, Stryn Sommer Ski has announced the resort will be closing early Stryn’s last day for the 2024 season will be this Sunday as the warm temperatures have melted too much of the resort’s snow There are only six summer-only ski areas in the world, and Norway is home to three of them: Stryn, Fonna, and Galdhøpiggen While it’s a shame for Stryn Sommer Ski to close so soon, there are four days left to make the most of the short season at Stryn. The season at Stryn is never particularly long and typically ends in mid-July, but this season’s warm temperatures shortened that season significantly. Stryn opened on May 25, 2024, and this week’s closure means that the resort will have operated for only three and a bit weeks this year . A post shared by FONNA Gʟᴀᴄɪᴇʀ Sᴋɪ Rᴇsᴏʀᴛ (@visitfonna) The switch of winter from the northern to southern hemispheres has become more marked over the past seven days with fresh huge snowfalls in the South American Andes bringing over a metre (40”) of fresh snowfall to some areas whilst temperatures continue to rise in Asia That said there was a late spring snowstorm for the northern Rockies ahead of last weekend and there are still snow showers being reported in the Alps and even the southerly Pyrenees mountains at times But that's against a bigger picture of gradual springtime warming we’ve lot more than half of the open ski areas in the US following the Memorial Day holiday there on Monday after which some big-name resorts that still had some runs open decided they’d end their long 23-24 runs has surprised everyone by announcing it’ll be opening in June for the first time ever After that the US looks set to be overtaken by Chile as a fourth centre open there just as the US drops down to three the same as Austria and Norway each currently have open It's been another week where we've lost one ski area to its season end (Sweden's Riksgransen) but gained another with Norway's Stryn glacier opening for the season a week earlier than planned That takes Norway's open areas count to three and with Austria on the same number and just two other glaciers open in the Alps we remain in single figures for the number of centres to choose from in Europe as we approach the start of June and meteorological summertime we've continued to see snow showers and temperatures around freezing on glaciers in the Alps There's also been snowfall reported in the Pyrenees It's been warmer in Scandinavia except on the highest slopes is due to begin its six-month season this Saturday There have been some doubts as to whether it will open on time with at least one of its base hotels announcing a week delay in opening as it says the access road over the pass may not be even open by the 1st let alone the slopes prepped and made avalanche proof but at time of writing at least June 1st remains opening day Similar conditions to what we have seen over the past few weeks with temperatures on glaciers in the -5 to +3C range at about 3,000m and the freezing point moving between around 2100 and 3200m altitudes There'll be a mix of light-moderate snow showers sunny spells and also periods of low cloud to contend with It was reporting less than a metre lying on closing day temperatures have been in the freezing to +15C range dry and sunny conditions for most areas for the latter half of the week with ski slopes seeing +5 to +15C temperatures closer to freezing overnight on the highest slopes at centres like Galdhopiggen Stryn Sommer Ski, Norway, opened for summer skiing on Saturday, May 25, a week earlier than planned. The resort was slated to open on June 1, but warm, sunny days enabled the resort to clear access roads faster than anticipated. Stryn Sommer Ski expects this to be “another short season” as conditions in the mountains are “scorching hot,” the resort shared on social media. Stryn is one of only six summer-only ski resorts in the world, most of which are simply inaccessible during the winter months. Beartooth Basin in Montana announced earlier this month that the American summer-only ski resort would not be able to open this year due to lack of snow. A post shared by Robert Hortlund (@sethhortlund) parts of western Norway suffered major flooding after rivers overflowed in the counties of Sogn og Fjordane and Hordaland late on Tuesday 28 October 2014 Heavy rain has also continued to affect parts of Rogaland county Initial reports suggest that Odda and Voss in Hordaland and Flåm Årdal and Stryn in Sogn og Fjordane have been the worst affected The heavy rainfall has also led to avalanches in some areas of western Norway 200 people in lower Flåm in West Norway were evacuated on Tuesday evening after the Flåm river river burst its banks River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days All the roads to Flåm were flooded and the town was cut off for some time Bridges and tunnels have also been either damaged or blocked A total of 29 people have been evacuated from their homes in Laerdal after flooding struck in the area A further 41 people left without road connection as a result of flood damage Local media say that the municipality of Årdal has also suffered major flooding Flooding and landslides have blocked roads in the Stryn area It is unkown whether any houses have been damaged as local authorities have not yet been able to carry out a full assessent of damage Around 50 people had to be evacuated from their homes on Odda on tuesday after heavy rain caused flash floods and the local river to overflow Local media say that as many as 5 houses along the river have been completely destroyed The Norwegian Meterorlogical Service issued a red flood warning for the Voss area yesterday after concern over levels of the rivers and lakes in the area Local media today are reporting that the town has seen some flooding which has caused severe damage and left several houses under water Rainfall figures for western Norway from WMO for 24 hours between 28 and 29 October 2014: Richard Davies is the founder of floodlist.com and reports on flooding news Cookies | Privacy | Contacts © Copyright 2025 FloodList The information on this page is intended for journalists If you click NO you will come back to Mynewsdesk.com To ski on a warm and sunny day in shorts or bikini is a unique experience and the adventure is more accessible than you thought In Norway there are several ski resorts that keep open all summer Although they can not guarantee warm summer weather all the time there are ample opportunities to put on your skis or use your snowboard in summer clothes What these resorts have in common is that they are connected to a glacier which makes the experience even more exotic and special At the same time as the summer ski centers are open the more traditional winter sports resorts are all already preparing themselves for a new winter season The outcome of the Corona outbreak was that the ski resorts over the whole country had to close at the same time as a lot of Norwegians and international travellers normally flock to the resorts for winter fun Maybe taking a ski trip to one of these ski centers will maybe give you inspiration to plan for the upcoming winter season The alpine center Stryn Sommerski is located 1065 meter above sea level and has great tracks and off-pist conditions all summer which is one of The National Scenic Routes The road is closed for winter from October through May The center is located on the Tystigbreen glacier and offers a multitude of activities on the summer snow The 1000 meter long chair lift brings you up to the glacier basin where you can do free-skiing at your own risk Stryn Sommerski has a total drop of 290 meters There are several overnight possibilities in the area with camp sites and the Grotli Mountain Resort and Videseter Hotel Galdhøpiggen Sommerskisenter is located at Vesljuvbreen glacier at the foot of Norway’s highest mountain Galdhøpiggen (2469 meters above sea level) The center is open for skiing and snowboard from May through October and is used by several international alpine teams The ski center has lift with a capacity of 1200 people per hour and a slope that is 1400 meters long and a drop of 360 meters At the center you will find a cafeteria with hot and cold dishes If you need accommodation in connection with your summer holiday you will find everything from camping to historic hotels in Lom and Bøverdalen nearby Fonna is a summer ski center at the glacier Folgefonna The center offers opportunities for the whole family with alpine slopes for skis and snowboarding The view from the top of the ski lift over the Hardangerfjord the Folgefonna glacier and the North Sea is amazing The 19 kilometers long drive from Jondal and up to the glacier also offers spectacular views and nature there are several opportunities in and around Jondal If you prefer cross-country skiing instead alpine skiing, Sognefjellet Sommarskisenter can be a great alternative this summer The tracks are located just next to the road that leads over the Sognefjellet mountain in the western part of Jotunheimen national park This road is the highest mountain pass in Northern Europe and goes through some of the most beautiful and impressive nature Norway has to offer The tracks are located more than 1400 meters above sea level – a perfect location for professional cross-country training The weather can be beautiful with sun from a clear sky The great conditions for ski training have over the last few years made many top athletes within skiing come and do their summer training at Sognefjellet Sognefjell Tourist Cabin is located next to the tracks. Krossbu 5 minutes away, and Turtagrø Hotel approx. 15 minutes away, and several other accommodations 30 minutes driving from the tracks Norway is the place to experience the magical northern lights and the midnight sun above the Arctic Circle; visit the world-famous fjords surrounded by spectacular mountains and glaciers; and in the midst of stunning scenery enjoy gourmet food and culture in the cities of Oslo For best advice on Norway, click on www.visitnorway.com you would usually consider investing in a ski instructor Now Visit Norway and the Norwegian ski destinations have mini masterclasses online – and the teachers When you choose to create a user account and follow a newsroom your personal data will be used by us and the owner of the newsroom for you to receive news and updates according to your subscription settings To learn more about this, please read our Privacy Policy, which applies to our use of your personal data, and our Privacy Policy for Contacts which applies to the use of your personal data by the owner of the newsroom you follow Please note that our Terms of Use apply to all use of our services You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing or deleting your account Norwegian waters have been the centre of world-class technological development both large and small companies have contributed Also far away from the great depths of the continental shelf green chapter is being written in industrial Norway Narvik: Almost 60 years have passed since railway deputy Rolf Hellem stood here and watched the fully loaded trains coming from Kiruna the ore was sent out to the world as a basis for other jobs and industries Narvik as a society was built around this industry Hellem was elected as a member of Parliament Norway was in the midst of industrial change and permits had been issued to search for oil and gas off Norway’s coast The large Ekofisk field was discovered in the North Sea four years later who had seen the ore industry shape Narvik was determined to make certain that these resources be utilised for the good of the entire Norwegian society he scribbled down a list that would later form the basis for large parts of Norway's oil and gas policy The list was called “The Ten Oil Commandments” Since the development of hydropower in the 1880s Today Norway is among the countries that has managed its natural resources in the best possible way this enormous task is still based on one of Hellem’s ten commandments “New businesses are to be developed based on the petroleum industry.” At the same time as it developed into an oil nation Norway developed industry along the entire Norwegian coast Tiny Norway built world-class technology and industrial environments based on the oil and gas business But even today Rolf Hellem’s third commandment is often cited Future industry must build on over 50 years of oil and gas experience The history of industry and jobs with a Norwegian offshore address is far from over the Norwegian Sea and the Barents Sea has really only just begun Skjåk: Surrounded by mountains on all sides Skjåk is strategically located between Stryn and Nordfjord Vågå and Lom.It is far away from the smell of salt water and seaweed and just as far from the view of the North Sea rigs and supply vessels 16 people work in the mechanical industry at Stryvo Bismo that has contributed to the Norwegian continental shelf over the past 50 years With long experience in delivering industrial filters to the oil and gas industry the small company has started to deliver something completely different the world’s largest offshore wind farm will soon be in place Dogger Bank – where Equinor and partners are developing enough wind power to supply more than 5 million households annually – needs supplies from the mountain village “The filters we deliver are built on the same principles that were developed in the 1990s which we have supplied to the oil and gas industry for years They fit directly into the offshore wind segment,” said Stryvo CEO Jostein Bøe It started with three brothers in a farm cellar – and in the 1950s Now the company has built itself up to become an industrial supplier that does its utmost to place itself at both ends of the scale it must deliver so solidly that it is the last one standing among Norwegian suppliers in its area it needs to establish itself in new markets The last wheelwright in Norway was my father But we can’t survive simply by being the last ones standing That’s why we ensure we are also driving development forward.Jostein BøeCEO of StryvoToday Stryvo has 95 employees spread around the country “That might not be many jobs in the great scheme of things But 50 employees deep in the fjord at Stryn are important district workplaces Stryvo is now looking to establish new markets After building up expertise and experience in oil and gas the world needs more energy and new solutions to fight the climate crisis this means large-scale offshore wind development creating commercial value chains in hydrogen and using the underground under the North Sea to store CO2 Stryvo has gotten acquainted with all of the new segments It has helped build a prototype for carbon capture and is are about to enter a hydrogen project "We will continue to supply the oil and gas industry but we will move more and more into the energy transition Offshore wind is one of the most exciting things and we look for new opportunities every day we focus on sustainable segments in our production,” he says The changes in deliveries from Skjåk and Stryvo symbolise something important: the world is changing Several of the crises that affect us are global This particularly applies to the climate crisis where the goal is to offer more energy but with net-zero emissions of greenhouse gases one thing is absolutely crucial: cooperation Equinor’s industrial plan for restructuring the Norwegian continental shelf The prerequisite for further value creation from the petroleum industry – central to the Norway energy hub – is the decarbonisation of the entire value chain “We will also produce significant amounts of electricity from offshore wind and develop new commercial value chains and products This includes hydrogen and carbon capture and storage,” Undrum says "We will transform Norway from an oil and gas province to an energy centre.” It is the same businesses and environments that have supplied the offshore industry that will supply the new industries Norwegian industry can both gain a home market and compete internationally “The Norwegian supplier industry has shown great adaptability as the Norwegian continental shelf has developed It have developed solutions that are winning projects in Norway and internationally There is no reason why this cannot apply to new value chains,” Undrum says important milieus have been developed that will not only supply the oil and gas industry in the future They will also shape the development of carbon capture and storage They will contribute to the development of Norwegian continental shelf’s floating wind power plants And they will ensure that we can capture CO2 from natural gas to create new value chains for hydrogen based on existing solutions and infrastructure With Rolf Hellem’s oil commandments still in mind competence and cooperation have been developed This will be crucial to achieving the ambition of another ‘50’: net-zero emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050,” Undrum says Norway energy hub is Equinor's plan for the further development of Norway’s next phase as an energy nation This is one of many stories from our first 50 years It is also part of the story of how we will succeed with the energy transition Subscribe to our magazine stories and meet the people behind the ideas—and explore the stories behind the headlines You will receive new stories by email and you can unsubscribe at any time The leading authority for the Architecture & Design community Recharge in a Restored Spanish Farmhouse in Menorca Most recently, at the Stockholm Furniture & Lighting Fair last month, Engesvik launched the Barba collection of upholstered furniture and the Ribbon collection of rugs for Swedish brand Fogia he shares with Interior Design more about the new collections and the shape-shifting animated family that inspired one of them and how an urge for discovery and abandoned buildings propelled his path into design Interior Design: Could you tell us a little more about your Barba collection for Fogia Andreas Engesvik: The collection includes an upholstered sofa and chair Upholstered furniture is a specialty of Fogia as I find this to be one of the most interesting and difficult things you can work with as a designer You really need to have experience and know something about the materials—how the fabric can be applied or how it behaves when you start to do the cover and seams Then you have to take into consideration the manufacturing process It can’t be too complicated because then it becomes too manual and most upholstered furniture is already a huge amount of manual labor these upholstered pieces are really mostly handmade I like that there are always little differences something left from the person or the hand that makes the furniture.  Read more: 17 Highlights from Stockholm Furniture and Light Fair 2019 ID: What inspired the Barba sofa and armchair’s distinctive curves AE: The name comes from the French cartoon and children’s books that I grew up with, which were hugely successful in Europe and that I’ve since gone on to read to my kids: The Barbapapa family It’s a 1970s family that can transform into different objects and shapes into animal protection and environmental issues—for example bringing a sample of all plants and animals to another planet ‘Barbapapa’ derives from what the French call cotton candy—barbe à papa—which means daddy’s beard because the shape is very much the same the shapes are about creating something that is more friendly and mild in appearance ID: Ribbons for Folgia marks the first time you have designed carpets AE: Carpets are difficult because they really are two dimensional If it gets bulked up or you start to stumble over it Carpets that are too thin are like a wrinkled shirt that is not supposed to be wrinkled—they look cheap ID: What else have you completed recently and a side table for the small Norwegian brand Tonning & Stryn The collection is made out of solid oak and handmade in Norway The quality is really good and the designs are straightforward and very versatile I like that there are no visible metal fittings and hinges dedicated to the artist Edvard Munch—that was also a competition we are working on new pieces for Fogia and a new sofa for Hay ID: Is there a product in your history that you feel is particularly significant in terms of your creative development or career AE: Some of the first things I did for Fogia are very strong and independent products I’d say the Tiki sofa and the Bollo armchair and I have worked with brands where you end up having long discussions about the product Fogia has taken my products from the sketch phase into real life without altering or changing anything a good thing—you get more value with a stronger idea and a more precise thought Read more: 10 Questions With… Thomas Bentzen ID: Who in the industry do you particularly admire AE: I think it would be interesting to talk to some of the old Italian designers—the ones who invented the industry Say Achille Castiglioni or Ettore Sottsass and because we have so many kids—three—it’s always a big mess My wife and I live in an apartment on the west side of Oslo I have some of my own things like the Tiki sofa but I mostly have the same things other designers have I’m sorry to say —like the Eames Lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames that I bought new 10 years ago In the living room is a vintage Børge Mogensen table my wife inherited from her father We have some lamps by Achille Castiglioni and Poul Henningsen ID: How do you think the Scandinavian design culture influences your design thinking AE: Scandinavian design is developed in a very positive way and many Scandinavian designers have pretty much the same approach to solving problems People are looking towards the Scandinavian mindset now—how we consume and what kind of products we design there’s a much more responsible way of consuming in these countries when compared to many other parts of the world but I think that the Scandinavian way of life represents something that is a little bit healthier when it comes to environmental issues There is a more natural interaction between humans and objects ID: How did your childhood influence where you are today Maybe you’d find some old piece made out of copper or bronze or brass I’d then bring it home and try to wash and clean it I was always really interested in materials and objects and this is likely why I gravitated towards design Keep scrolling to view more of the designer’s products > Read more: 10 Questions With… Sebastian Herkner 2018·Cross-CountrySTART OF THE SPORTING CAREER • Ida Ingemarsdotter grew up with skis on her feet• In her childhood she did more sports including alpine skiing orienteering and dancing• Later Cross-Country Skiing was the sport she decided for and moved to Mora for high school where she lived four years• Since 20015 Ingemarsdotter has lived in Östersund She won also one team sprint and took the third place in the same discipline.• At the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Val di Fiemme in 2013 she took silver medal in 4x5km relay • Ida Ingemarsdotter’s favorite training area is the mountains of Härjedalen• Besides her native language Swedish she speaks English and German• She grew up in Sveg with her family mother Ewa and father Ingemar.• She says that driving force for her is” joy of doing sports and the chance to find out how far I can go.” Website: http://www.idaingemarsdotter.se/Twitter: http://twitter.com/iingemarsdotterFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ida-Ingemarsdotter/149960405048097 A three-year-old Norwegian grandson has a magnificent 25-foot Viking ship waiting in West Pubnico Whether the vessel is a boat or ship is a debatable subject and those who admire the work call her a ship Surette’s daughter (Janet Lynn Surette) lives in Norway with her Norwegian husband (Hans Magnus Mikalsen Nedreberg) and son (Amund David Surette Nedreberg) On one of those visits he saw the 100-foot Myklebust being reconstructed for the Sagastad Knowledge Centre Subscribe now to access this story and more: Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience contained traces of her proud past and of a buried person was a custom reserved for the powerful and wealthy Ship workers allowed Surette to take a few photos of the plans One worker approached him afterwards and told him she could “see it in his eyes that he was going to build one.” Surette’s former experience at boatbuilding happened close to four decades ago In 1978 his brother Jimmy told him they were going fish dragging of course.” David: “Where we going to get it?” Jimmy: “We’re going to make it.” David: “When are we going to start?” Jimmy: “Tomorrow.” Many 16-hour workdays later the boat except for a period of time after a car crash in August 2018 That tragedy claimed the life of his wife Annis Building the boat has helped in the healing process The vessel has been an exercise in creativity went into the woods with him and they hauled out spruce trees Surette used the roots as knees and the branches as oarlocks He steamed each plank through an ingenious method directing steam from water boiled on top of a propane stove into a sleeve made from a roll of vacuum sealer plastic you have to run (to get the board on) because it cools off He bought live edge pine boards from Thomas Scott in Barrington that were partially rounded on one side to give a head start to the bending process It cost him $1 for each nail and 50 cents for each of the hundreds of copper washers used in the construction His sister Marianne Doucette wryly observed that if he had of taken a penny and drilled a hole for each nail he would have saved 49 cents on each washer The most fetching feature of the vessel is the Viking figurehead on the prow which Surette carved with a chainsaw and chisel and gave the vessel a coating of half turpentine and half tar when it was finished He knew the oars were a tricky undertaking so he ordered them from Newfoundland The spar (mast) is on site but cannot be put in place until the vessel is outside because of the ceiling height Surette plans on going to Shelburne or Lunenburg to get a cloth sail for the ship He had hoped to put the vessel in the water in July but with COVID his grandson Amund couldn’t travel from Norway It’s not going to go outdoors until he comes it’s my age that’s the problem,” smiles Surette Reviews and recommendations 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. 12:05 AMThe researchers hope to learn more about how avalanches start and progress leading to safer infrastructure and buildings unless you're trying to pre-emptively trigger one to make the area safer for hikers and skiers But scientists in Norway are actively seeking to trigger such snowslides it sent some 10,000 cubic metres of snow roaring down the mountainside "We want to gain more in-depth insight in avalanche dynamics and pressure and forces that we can expect from avalanches and so in this way to validate our models and give practitioners values for dimensioning of objects in an avalanche path," Peter Gauer Avalanches and Rockslides at the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute the insights gained are meant to improve planning and safety measures for buildings and other infrastructure in avalanche-prone areas Galdhøppigen opened for summer skiing on May 9 and had to reduce operations from June 25 still open due to excessive snowmelt this season On August 15 the resort had to halt operations but is planning to reopen on September 9 Galdhøpiggen is planning to then operate until November 5 According to researcher Daan van den Broek who holds a Masters in Atmospheric Science this is only the seventh time since records began that temperatures in Svalbard broke the 20°C barrier The marine heatwaves are not limited to the Arctic zone but can occur all over the world Fonna is located on the Folgefonna Glacier at the Hardangerfjord near Bergen and typically offers skiing from May to September Fonna offers 5 km (3 miles) of downhill skiing as well as cross country skiing on top of the glacier and is serviced by a single t-bar Fonna is located at a base elevation of 3,937 feet (1,200 meters) and tops out at 4,790 feet (1,460 meters) Galdhøppigen Summer Ski Center is located at the Juvass Glacier It also features 5 km (3 miles) of downhill skiing and has a base elevation of 6,069 feet (1,850 meters) at the valley in Juvbreen and reaches a lifted altitude of 7,368 feet (2,246 meters) Some of the founders and employees of the bankrupt Norwegian retail clothing chain Moods of Norway have submitted the highest bid to buy back the chain’s bankruptcy estate with the aim of starting over Their purchase includes warehouse and store inventory everything,” Moods’ chairman Jan Egil Flo exclaimed to local newspaper Fjordingen on Wednesday News bureau NTB reported that Flo, founder Simen Staalnacke and a group of employees intend to keep the company’s headquarters in the mountain town of Stryn. Employees who haven’t already found a new job since Moods of Norway went into bankruptcy last month can get their old jobs back Plans call for reopening Moods’ stores this weekend for clearance sales through the end of the year “After that we need to find out what kind of operation we’ll have and how we’ll organize it,” Flo said “The number of stores we’ll have in the future Details of the plan were sketchy but bankruptcy administrator Asbjørn Løvik said several potential buyers were interested in Moods’ estate “Several submitted bids and the group that had the the highest bid got it,” Løvik said The deadline for filing claims against the estate was set for October 18 Newspaper Dagens Næringsliv (DN) reported shortly after the bankruptcy filing in September that the Moods founders built up  sizeable fortunes during the years when Moods was successful with a taxable fortune of NOK 14.1 million while his own company had capital of NOK 25.7 million at NOK 46.9 million and share capital in his private firm of NOK 27.6 million They had also managed to borrow another NOK 5 million from the public sector business development agency Innovation Norway as late as February which offers financial support to both entreneurs and and companies trying to expand is now a creditor but reportedly has some secured assets in Moods’ inventory Now Flo and Staalnacke seem to be putting their own money into Moods we still have faith in it,” Flo told DN He wouldn’t say what the group paid for Moods’ estate but he told DN there were three other bidders Staalnacke and the employee group also won the support of the local bank in Stryn which had prompted the bankruptcy when it stopped extending credit ot Moods “It’s the bank we’ve always used,” Flo said It also has some security in Moods’ inventory Flo claimed the group had learned from their mistakes and there would be no efforts to open 20 stores in the US again “that’s for sure!” He claimed they had done  “a lot of right things so when we’ve spent a month cleaning up and having clearance sales we’ll figure out how we’ll move forward from the New Year.” He expected Moods stores to resume operations until Christmas with its remaining store in Los Angeles likely to operate until its lease runs out in July next year newsinenglish.no/Nina Berglund If you like what we are doing, please consider a donation. 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READ MORE NewsInEnglish.no is a free and independent Oslo-based website offering news from Norway.  It’s run on a voluntary basis by veteran journalists keen to share insight into Norwegian politics, economic affairs and culture, in English. • One of the most talented skiers since his kids age• First international appearance at the FIS Junior World Ski Championships in Stryn (NOR) in 2004 – 6th place Sprint Free• 2005 FIS Junior World Champion in 10 km Free 10+10 km Skiathlon and silver medalist in sprint classic• World Cup debut in 2005 in Drammen - 34th place Sprint Classic• 2006 triple Junior World Champion in Sprint Free 10 km Classic and 10+1km Skiathlon• First World Cup win in 2006 in Falun – 10+10 km Skiathlon• 2007 FIS Nordic World Champion in 4x10 km relay twice top 10 at the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Sapporo• King of FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Liberec 2009 – three gold medals• Complete set of medals from the 2010 Olympic Winter Games (2 gold medals one silver and one bronze)• Overall winner of the FIS Cross-Country World Cup 2009/10• 5 medals at the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Oslo (three gold - and 2 silver medals)• Two gold medals from the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Val di Fiemme 2013• Overall FIS World Cup winner 2012/13• In spring 2013 he decided to leave the Norwegian national team and prepare for the Olympic season 2013/14 alone • The youngest FIS Cross-Country World Cup winner – at the age of 20• The first skier to win the triple since Gunde Svan (SWE) – 50 km Olympic Winter Games mother May and the two brothers Even (born 1996) and Thomas (born 1990)• Father John has worked as Northug’s manager• Petter Northug likes playing poker he participated and finished the main event of the 2010 World Series in poker in Las Vegas and finished in 653rd place.• In the summer of 2013 he cut off all site activities to be fully focused on training for the Olympic season• His hobbies are poker Website: www.teamnorthug.noFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Petter-Northug-jr/48810524799Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/PetterNorthug1 Please sign in with your Snow-Forecast account details below Create a free account to receive instant Snow-Alerts and save your favourite resorts on your personal MySnow page Strynefjellet Weather (Next 3 days): The snow forecast for Strynefjellet is: Some drizzle Freeze-thaw conditions (max 4°C on Thu morning Strynefjellet Weather (Days 4-6): Some drizzle Several North American ski areas that are still open plan to celebrate the unofficial Star Wars Day tomorrow The above table gives the weather forecast for Strynefjellet at the specific elevation of 1309 m. 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View detailed snow forecast for Strynefjellet at:snow-forecast.com A peek behind the curtain of Richmond’s private clubs and their dining halls  While representatives of Richmond’s private clubs were extremely polite when asked about their organizations’ elaborate dining programs they still wanted to keep an air of secrecy — a novelty in today’s share-all age It’s been said Richmond’s clubs began during Prohibition as a means for high society to privately imbibe where the food is of excellent quality and the level of care taken is worth the membership fees alone The Woman’s Club you’ll be allowed lunch privileges at the all-male Commonwealth Club on Mondays The 1890-founded Commonwealth Club offers more than 80,000 square feet housing a basement pool with a membership currently hovering around 900 Included in admittance is the ability to dine at the Men’s Grill (complete with lunch buffet) formerly of Baltimore Country Club and The Greenbrier cooks up “Sport Coat Dinners,” which typically follow a theme such as Hawaiian What began as a golf course morphed into The Westwood Supper Club in 1939, then transformed yet again to include more dining and award-winning tennis. Now, the men and women of the West End’s Westwood Club enjoy organic meals from chef Chris Stemmle that utilize herbs grown on-site Stemmle did stints at The Country Club of Virginia and downtown’s now-shuttered Sensi before bringing his talents to the Westwood Club’s restaurant — where he serves lunch dinner and upscale carryout items such as leg of lamb — and the more casual courtside café serving salads duck confit tacos and crab cake sandwiches Twenty-Three Hundred Club owner David Branch questioned his organization’s sustainability; its future is cloudy They were once jumping for joy and declaring how they made “happy clothes for happy people.” Now the mood has changed dramatically among those working for Moods of Norway after its founders declared bankruptcy on Wednesday “It’s incomprehensibly sad that the adventure is now over,” Moods of Norway founder Simen Staalnacke told Norwegian Broadcasting (NRK) after he announced the bankruptcy filing to employees “We have really tried to make this work I feel like words aren’t enough in such an extreme situation.” The company sent a message to the Oslo Stock Exchange just after 3pm on Wednesday acknowledging that the company has been unprofitable for the past few years Pre-tax losses amounted to NOK 30 million last year and accounts through August continued to show “a negative development,” the company stated Moods of Norway blamed the lack of profitability on efforts to expand overseas (stores opened but later in closed in the US for example) and currency exchange challenges “The clothing industry is a tough branch with hard competition and pressure on margins,” the company stated “The company has worked to cut costs and make operations more efficient This has unfortunately not had the desired effects.” Around 100 people work at Moods of Norway’s offices in the mountain town of Stryn and in Oslo and at the chain’s 18 stores in Norway Their fate will now be up to the bankruptcy administrator and most if not all may lose their jobs The company reportedly has accumulated debt of more than NOK 112 million (USD 14.5 million) The bankruptcy applies to Moods of Norway operations in Norway Moods Sverige and Moods USA would not immediately be affected by the filing NewsInEnglish.no is a free and independent Oslo-based website offering news from Norway It’s run on a voluntary basis by veteran journalists keen to share insight into Norwegian politics NRK recently claimed immigration has saved the population of rural Norwegian villages But one MP claims the findings are oversimplified and misleading More immigrants than before are choosing to live in more rural locations than cities. In some cases, immigration has sustained some of Norway's smallest communities, according to a recent NRK report But a politician from Norway's populist Progress party (FrP) claims the report was unbalanced He claims NRK ignored his input that immigrants have also left rural municipalities in big numbers Of course, this brings into focus the problem with many Norway stats You can slice them one way or the other depending on the point you're trying to make Here is the story of immigration in Norwegian villages Statistics Norway divides Norwegian municipalities into six categories according to how rural they are. 209 Norwegian municipalities are defined as quite rural or very rural known in Norwegian as “the districts” or “district municipalities.” Read more: Population Decline in Northern Norway Municipalities falling into the very rural category include Vang a long distance to services and a small population the proportion of immigrants has grown to 10 per cent since the 2000s Back in 2004, the eastward expansion of the EU/EEA triggered increased labour immigration to Norway Vang is a rural municipality in the Valdres valley in the very heart of Norway, immediately south of Jotunheimen National Park municipality leaders have worked to attract new residents Almost 20% of Vang's residents are either an immigrant or a child of immigrants. Without immigration Vang's population would have sunk to 1,300 instead of today's 1,600 People holding Polish citizenship are the largest group of immigrants in the village but many with a refugee background have also settled The NRK story profiles a Polish couple who met in Vang and chose to stay to raise their family They were given a plot of land by the municipality on which they built a house According to NRK, more municipalities want to attract immigrants and refugees. With refugees comes government support, which can help to create jobs that sustain populations in the small villages even though more Norwegian municipalities want more refugees the number of refugees in Norway has decreased in recent years Both Europe and Norway are accepting fewer refugees this can have serious consequences for Norway's smaller The global health crisis has caused a sudden halt in economic migration to Norway But this follows a few years of a downward trend but this figure is expected to decrease drastically over time the net migration figure for 2019 was 25,321 That means 25,321 more people moved to Norway than moved away Statistics Norway estimates this figure will have halved the fact that fewer people are moving to Norway to work is related to economic growth elsewhere in Europe Distriktssenteret's Marit Lofnes Mellingen believes immigration is critical for smaller communities She highlighted that immigration can help to retain important services such as schools Read more: Entrepreneurship in Rural Norway many municipalities will struggle to keep such facilities which will lead to even more people moving away In an opinion piece published by Nettavisen FrP's Jon Helgheim claims the NRK report is unbalanced and they have ignored important statistics to present a positive perspective on immigration Helgheim represents Buskerud in the Norwegian parliament He criticised NRK for spending three weeks on a collaboration with local newspapers when it took him just 45 minutes to find statistics that presented an alternative viewpoint “There is little doubt that NRK's ​​intention was to create the impression that immigration should be increased to save the villages,” he said “If NRK had taken the trouble to check what Statistics Norway's statistics in the area actually say they would have seen that most of those who move from the municipalities are immigrants all but two of the 389 people who moved out of the municipality between 2015 and 2019 had an immigrant background Helgheim also highlighted the domestic migration figures He said among people with an immigrant background there was a net domestic migration to urban areas of 10,253 people compared to just 626 people with a non-immigrant background Helgheim wrapped up by saying that far from a tool for constructive debate NRK's story provided “confusion and distortion.” You can both read both pieces on NRK and Nettavisen to decide for yourself more than one person in the Life in Norway team works on a story Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Life in Norway is published by Words of Norway AS These old photos from around the year 1900 reveal what life used to be like living near one of Norway's most famous fjords Norway's Nordfjord is a popular tourism spot with locals and international visitors. Cruise ships visit the fjord throughout the summer. With the help of the county archives in Sogn og Fjordane we present this outstanding collection of archive photography Jens Knudsen Maurseth was born in Hornindal in August 1863 After completing his training in photography in Bergen he setup business in Nordfjordeid around the year 1885 he moved his business to the tourist hotspot Stryn cruise ships and landscapes around the Nordfjord he also took portraits and worked at weddings in the local area Maurseth died in 1927 and as he never married His large 18x24cm glass plate negatives went unsold and were stored in his house for many years See more: Norway in 1900: Amazing Souvenir Lantern Slides the plates were recovered and donated to Stryn library in 1970 More than a thousand more smaller plates from Maurseth's portrait archive were also later recovered all the surviving negatives were moved into safe storage at the Sogn og Fjordane county archive we can bring you a selection of truly fascinating images If you ever wondered what life was like in Norway several generations ago But the communities and boats give away the age The image below dated to 1910 shows a view of Loen from the fjord The ships visible include the SMY Hohenzollern the warship Hamburg and the boat Raksjekta The next picture taken around ten years earlier shows the village of Olden The large building at the centre is Yris Hotel While the fjords themselves haven't changed much Among the Maurseth archives were many slides and photographs featuring local people These give a glimpse into Norwegian family life typical clothing (although people doubtless wore their best for the photographer) and hint at some of the occupations Read more: Researching your Norwegian ancestry just got easier The first picture shows a group of seven people with the village of Loen providing the backdrop It's not known who the group is although there does seem to be an air of familiarity amongst them Note the three men are all positioned lying on their side while the four woman share a straighter pose The picture below is a family portrait of the Meland family in front of their home The family lived at Meland in Oppstryn and the photo was taken in 1910 there were many other small settlements dotted around the fjords The next picture shows a gathering in Stryn of local youth associations (ungdomslag) from across the region The banners are reminiscent of those carried by schools and associations in Norway's National Day celebrations to this day Another occasion that drew people out in great numbers was a Royal Visit in 1906 The next photo shows crowds in Olden waiting for the arrival of King Håkon and Queen Maud following their coronation in Trondheim If you look closely there are a couple of umbrellas visible and at least one other photographer hoping to capture the scene The next photo is a group shot of the Hjelledalen gymnastics troop Not much else is known about the photo other than it was taken in 1910 Presumably given the pristine nature of the young men's uniforms The final photo in this section depicts the bride groom and wedding guests at a wedding reception Unfortunately not much else is known about the photo such as the names of the happy couple nor the location it's fascinating to see the unique way of staging a wedding photo So far we've seen a few boats making an appearance But don't make the mistake of thinking everyone got around by boat There were several other transport options too The next photograph shows four people in a horse and carriage the carriage stands at Per-hus-tunet in Stryn this was a wedding procession and therefore a special occasion Jenny Arnes and Olav Osnes were the bride and groom Using these basic bikes to get around the steep terrain would have been a challenge That brings our latest look through Norway's vast photo archives to a close We'll do our best to find archive photography from different parts of the country Don't forget to join our weekly newsletter You'll be the first to find out about new articles on all things Norway Originally from the UK, David now lives in Trondheim and was the original founder of Life in Norway back in 2011. He now works as a professional writer on all things Scandinavia I would so love to see pictures of Faaberg My great grandfather Ludvig Christiansen Sather was born there in 1861 I enjoy all if the photos and history of Norway! This would be about the time my family began coming to the US ..one of a very large funeral must have been a prominent person . I look forward to seeing more old photos from the archives I’m particularly interested in the rural landscape and agricultural photos especially from the areas where my family originated a small island off the coast of Stavanger My father came from Gamvik in Finnmarken – any photos of that region I would very much appreciate seein any photos you may have depicting life there between 1881 and 1900 Hi David what great photos I was interested to observe in the wedding photos the women were not wearing national dress When my daughter got married in Norway all the female guests were wearing their national dress from their particular region Thank you for the link to the regional photo archive in Sogndal If we’d only known when my family visited there in summer 2018 and thanks to at least some familiarity with Nynorsk and the ability to work out the rest via Bokmal and Google Translate I started searching the archive and right away found photographs of my great-great-great grandfather Hans Jensen Hegdahl and his wife Mari from Øvreset and Innvik Don’t know if I ever would have located this photograph and shared it with my extended family members if not for this connection I look forward to doing further research in that area soon wish I could figure out how to use the link My great-great grandfather was Helge Olson Hegdahl who lived in Innvik They were Carpenters; fishermen and farmers I have no photos of him except from Watrous How would I go about find photos of him or his family before his birth or before his emigration to Minnesota Her father was Thorsten Halvorsen Helleskaas I hope somehow that there’s a way someone here can help me We’re planning on arriving on Norway in 2022 for an ancestry tour if possible I have an actual framed painting of the Faleide Nordfjord We would love to see any photos or information of that area Eidsdal or Norddal area around 1910 would be awesome Also any of the Cod Liver Oil Cannery in Alesund during the same time would awesome My grandpa was Ole Lassesen Grov on 1891 Census Whether on a cruise or travelling independently here’s how to spend your time in the Nordfjord the Nordfjord is probably the lesser-known of the big Norwegian fjords including several times sailing down the fjord on a cruise ship if you’re planning a trip to the Nordfjord read on to learn more and get my recommendations on what to see and do Nestled along Norway's dramatic west coast the Nordfjord carves a stunning path between the Storfjord—renowned for its famous arm the Geirangerfjord—and the legendary Sognefjord Stretching 106 kilometres (66 miles) inland this breathtaking fjord transitions from the untamed coastal landscapes of Norway to a realm of towering mountains and majestic glaciers at the country's heart Some people consider the fjord and its region to be Norway at its wildest Nordfjord is also the name of the traditional district surrounding the fjord Around 32,000 people live in the district. Its name literally translates as the Northern fjord somewhat curiously given it is south of the Storfjord and many other fjords in Norway outdoor activities dominate the list of things to do You can always sit on the deck of a visiting cruise ship admiring the scenery, and/or spend some time strolling around one of the peaceful fjordside villages. There’s also a lot of cultural heritage and history in the Nordfjord to enjoy There's no “right way” to enjoy the Norwegian fjords and that’s especially true of the Nordfjord But for those who like their vacations to be a little more active a trip to the Nordfjord could be right up your street some of Norway's best experiences are to be found along the Nordfjord The mountains inland are also home to several ski resorts offering year-round skiing Stryn Summer Ski Centre has to be one of the few ski resorts I've ever seen that's only open during the summer let’s move on to some of the big places to visit in the Nordfjord region but none of this places are sprawling urban settlements I'd been living in Norway for years before I'd heard of Olden. But as it turns out, this tiny village is one of the most popular cruise ports in Norway waterfalls and glaciers of Jostedalsbreen National Park Up until recently I’d only visited by road and hadn’t ever sailed into Olden The sail-in has to rank up there as one of Norway’s most beautiful Only a few hundred people live here but in spite of that there were several previous churches in Olden that are no longer standing The most notable was a stave church that used to stand where the current ‘old church' does. Excavations in the 1970s discovered coins from the second half of the 13th century in the foundations Olden is popular not just with cruise passengers, but also with Norwegians and other tourists heading to see one of Norway's most accessible glaciers. Curious about this beautiful place? Read my recommendations on the very best things to do in Olden One of those best things is a trip to a nearby glacier the road skirts a number of lakes as it meanders through the valley towards the glacier but for the best views you'll need to bring your walking shoes Hiking trails criss-cross the area but the most popular walk by far is the 3km trail from the mountain lodge to the glacier arm. Along the way you pass the beautiful Kleivafossen waterfall If ever you doubted nature was in charge, come here and you'll soon change your mind! It's a popular location with photographers and it's not hard to see why! That being said, it’s sad to see how much one of the most famous glaciers in Norway has receded in the past few decades you can join a trip by one of the 7-seater open ‘troll cars' to the glacier from the lodge how about the ‘3 glacier hike' that also takes in the Melkevoll and Brenndal glaciers For this reason you're not able to get too close without joining a guided glacier hike these are only offered at the Tystigbreen glacier On the northern side of the fjord lies the small town of Stryn Norway's tourist authorities suggests that you can “join a rope team walking on a glacier and enjoy white sandy beaches all on the very same day.” you won't want to rush in these beautiful surroundings but much closer to town is a more traditional winter resort with four ski lifts and a choice of runs down the mountain A visit to the summer ski centre is a great reason to check out the Old Strynefjell Mountain Road, a vital 19th-century transport link that today is one Norway's national scenic routes Old stone masonry and long rows of guard stones provide a constant reminder of the generations that have made this journey before you The farms around Stryn are well known for producing the Nordfjord brand of beef and pork products that you'll find in any Norwegian supermarket Between Stryn and Olden you'll find Loen another small village that can act as your base for a Nordfjord holiday the Loen Skylift takes you from fjord level to the top of Mount Hoven in a little over five minutes The views of the fjord from more than 1,000 metres up are truly spectacular A small spur of the Nordfjord, the Eidsjord (not to be confused with the much more famous Eidfjord farther south) provides yet more accommodation options in the village of Nordfjordeid Here you'll find the pretty white wooden Eid Church the fifth such church to stand on the fjord's shores But Nordfjordeid is on the map to two more reasons other than its picturesque location and historic church Nordfjordeid is the heartland of the Norwegian Fjord Horse one of the world’s oldest and purest horse breeds Visitors can explore the Fjord Horse Centre to learn about this iconic or even enjoy horse riding through the stunning landscapes it’s a visit to Sagastad Viking Ship Museum for a fascinating glimpse into Viking history The centrepiece is the Myklebust ship, a reconstructed Viking longship showcasing incredible craftsmanship Interactive exhibits and historical insights immerse visitors in Norway’s seafaring heritage making it a perfect cultural experience for history enthusiasts and fans of the Viking Age As I mentioned earlier, I have now sailed down the Nordfjord on several cruise ships. I often join the smaller ships of Fred Olsen Cruise Lines that call into Olden I’ve also joined some of the world’s biggest ships including a recent stop on the MSC Euribia in Nordfjordeid If you want to see the Norwegian fjords on a cruise ship Choose a ship with a balcony cabin or one with a lot of outdoor space Be prepared to be outside for the sail-in or sailaway Fjord ports are lovely and they offer a lot of interesting excursions but sailing along the fjords themselves is the way to appreciate these epic waterways at their finest Many people who live in the Norwegian fjords are becoming increasingly frustrated with the amount of visitors the sheer numbers of people who fill these small towns whenever a cruise ship docks can overwhelm the local environment While protests against mass tourism haven't reached the levels of major European cities like Venice or Barcelona one local politician decided to launch a rather unique solo protest in 2018 Svein Ingvald Opdal, a 71-year-old member of Norway’s Green Party, stood naked facing a cruise ship from his home in Olden. His wife took the picture, which he later shared on his Instagram account before it was picked up by the world's media. Opdal says the protest was “a spontaneous act that I did mostly for fun” Accommodation options vary from traditional hotels to well-equipped cabins on campsites The biggest town mentioned on this page is Stryn, which has the most accommodation options but you'll find options all along the Nordfjord as well as the hotels and guesthouses in Olden and Loen The best way to travel to the Nordfjord depends on your choice of transport From Geiranger: As part of a road trip around the fjords the Nordfjord is relatively easy to reach from the Geirangerfjord Stryn is signposted from Geiranger village itself and it's worth taking the short detour up to the Dalsnibba viewpoint en route you can reach Stryn largely by following the same route as you would from the Geirangerfjord Route 15 connects Stryn with the main E6 highway north of Oslo at Otta Whether you sailed on a cruise or took a road trip While driving to our home/room for the night outside of Loen ( Thank You Synnove ) They were a “fierce” band of six year old children with one kid waving a stick off to the side and then politely asked for 5 krone for the 3 plums one of the kids held out to us We gave them 10 K for the plums and left in peace Everyone we met in the area were very gracious and we wish to thank them for their kindness I am thinking of travelling to norway next year stop and stay in the small villages and go out in the local smaller boats into the fjords we’re not fans of the mass tourism from cruises so fjords away from the cruise liners would be ideal Preferably ones that are also breathtakingly beautiful What would be the best time of the year in which to go and how long would you recomend Last Updated on January 9, 2025 by David Nikel Discover the breathtaking beauty of Fjord Norway's Loen through stunning photos showcasing its serene lakes and thrilling adventures that make it a must-visit destination Norway is not exactly short of spectacular scenery stunning fjords and thousands of miles of picturesque coastline some places stand out even in a country overflowing with natural beauty home to the charming village of Loen and the serene Lake Lovatnet—a place so captivating that it's earned the nickname ‘Norway’s Instagram village’ from the local media With its blend of quaint wooden farmhouses Loen epitomizes the postcard-perfect charm that draws photographers and travelers alike What better way to showcase its magic than through this curated collection of spectacular photos Before diving into the visual feast, let’s pinpoint Loen on the map. Nestled in the heart of Fjord Norway, Loen is located at the easternmost end of the stunning Nordfjord one of the region’s longest and most picturesque fjords Loen is conveniently situated just 6 kilometres from the cruise port town of Olden and 11 kilometres from Stryn the administrative centre of the municipality Loen is easily accessible and serves as a gateway to the region’s natural wonders Loen promises a memorable introduction to Norway’s dramatic landscapes Loen has long captured the hearts of Norwegians and visitors alike she returned to inaugurate the Loen Skylift a spectacular addition to the area’s already impressive roster of attractions I'll talk more about this attraction later the Queen described the region as “one of the most magnificent parts of our country with such unique nature and tremendous variation.” This blend of natural beauty and varied activities is what makes Loen so special Whether you’re looking to unwind amidst serene landscapes or embark on thrilling adventures the via ferrata climbing route to the summit of Mount Hoven is a must-try which uses steel cables fixed to the mountainside provides a safe yet exhilarating challenge While experienced climbers can rent equipment and take on the route solo, guided tours are the preferred option for most visitors offering expert instruction and local insights If scaling a mountain isn’t your idea of fun don’t worry—Loen’s outdoor activities cater to all tastes The calm waters of Lake Lovatnet are perfect for kayaking with campsites and rental facilities offering easy access to the equipment you’ll need Cycling enthusiasts can explore the lush valley on two wheels taking in the stunning scenery at their own pace Loen’s tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking surroundings are perfect for simply soaking in the natural beauty The waterfall Ramnefjellsfossen is one of the world's tallest consider a trip on the canal boat MS Kjenndal the boat carries up to 100 passengers across the lake on Fridays and Sundays Opened in 2017, the Loen Skylift is one of the newest attractions in the Fjord Norway region The cable car climbs more than a kilometre up to the top of Mount Hoven where passengers are rewarded with spectacular views of the Nordfjord The ride itself is notable for its steepness it's the steepest such transport in the world The Queen also unveiled this five-metre-high horseshoe sculpture to commemorate the tale and the skylift Well, an old Norwegian folk tale claims that Mount Hoven is named after the Norse God Odin's horse Sleipner Sleipner is said to have struck his hoof leaving the powerful scar on the mountainside that is clearly visible today a return trip on the skylift costs NOK 595 in the summer season and NOK 495 during the rest of the year but you'll remember the views for a lifetime Loen’s beauty comes with a hidden danger: the risk of landslides particularly those capable of triggering tsunamis in Lake Lovatnet In 1905 and 1936, massive landslides caused tsunamis that destroyed farms and claimed over 130 lives Experts warn the risk of another such incident remains high due to the steep terrain and changing climate including seismic sensors and laser scanning now provide early warnings to reduce risks leaving the area under constant observation A recent Sunnfjord Geo Centre report concluded that parts of the Lodalen valley are unsuitable for further development posing challenges for local authorities balancing tourism growth with safety with infrastructure expansion limited to minimize risk Visitors are encouraged to respect safety guidelines and restrictions while enjoying the area’s stunning but vulnerable landscapes I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences down in the comments the Loen Skylift cable car has given thousands of people a whole new perspective on Norway's Nordfjord This summer we took a trip around Norway and called by Olden and Loen for the first time One of the things I had hoped to do was ride the Loen Skylift a cable car providing spectacular views of the inner Nordfjord Even with relatively few international tourists and had the same experience on the way back down It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience–but there was just one problem The cable car or aerial tramway is based in the village of Loen in Stryn municipality It whisks visitors to the top of Mount Hoven The view is simply spectacular. You can see for miles down the Nordfjord, get a birds-eye view on villages of Loen and Olden, and even glimpse the outermost edges of Norway's epic Jostedalsbreen glacier it is one of the steepest such transportation systems in the world It travels at a maximum speed of 7 metres per second First things first, if you prefer to watch rather than read, I have an option for you. Here's a video I made of our trip on the cable car earlier this summer. You can watch it below or over on our YouTube channel Read on for more about our trip and plenty more photos The Skylift is located just a few hundred metres from Loen village along route 60 in the direction of Stryn It’s at the easternmost end of the Nordfjord on the edge of Jostedalsbreen National Park I recommend walking especially if you’re staying at the Alexandra or Hotel Loenfjord It takes just ten minutes and saves hunting for a parking spot As you get closer to the foot of Mount Hoven you’ll make out the cable car station at the summit The lower station is on two levels with a gift shop and ticket office on the lower section by the waterfront We ordered tickets in advance via the website so were able to walk straight up to the barriers and scan the barcode to gain entry but at busy times I expect this would be a timesaver The actual ride up in the cable car is over in a flash but you'll get a good view from most spots inside the carriage The very best vistas are just a few steps away at the top of the mountain The top station leads passengers into a visitor centre containing a restaurant We headed straight for the viewing platform we stayed on the platform for many minutes taking it all in we saw several hikers wandering off in different directions which led to us wanting to explore a little further as we found a few curious things behind the visitor centre The Queen unveiled this five-metre-high horseshoe sculpture when the cable car opened in 2017. To understand the story behind it, we must look at Norwegian mythology An old folk tale claims that Mount Hoven is named after the Norse God Odin's horse Sleipner there's a transparent panel detailing the various peaks you can see together with their altitude It certainly helps to put the surroundings into perspective Winter tickets valid from mid-October to the end of April are NOK 450 Whether it's worth the cost is entirely up to you Opening hours vary throughout the year. Typically the facility opens at 10am but its closing time varies a lot. Check the website for the latest information It's possible to buy snacks from the small shop/cafe in the visitor centre you should book in advance and be sure to arrive in good time