The two of the world’s most beautiful fjords - Geirangerfjord and Naeroyfjord, located in South-west Norway are often proclaimed as Norway’s natural wonders. They happen to be among the world’s longest and deepest fjords, and were formed about 1 000 000 years ago by glaciers carving their way down the mountains.
They lie approximately 120km (75mi) apart from each other north-east of the city of Bergen.
The Geirangerfjord is about 16km (10mi) long. The water inside being saline prevents freezing during the winter period. There is practically no tide so the water is still and reflecting the sky and 2000m (6600ft) mountain walls on each side of it. While sailing with a cruise ship you can enjoy the astonishing waterfalls and abandoned farms scattered on the mountains.
The Naeroyfjord is said to be the narrowest in the world being less than 250m (820ft) wide at a certain point, but still having huge mountain walls of more than 1500m (4900ft) from each side.
During the winter months, the sun never reaches the bottom of the fjord.
WHAT TO SEE THERE
Take a trip down the fjords, and look out for seals lying on the rocks. Among these two fjords visit the Sogne fjord, the Flam Railway and Stalheimskleiva.
WHERE TO FIND IT
South-west Norway, north-east of Bergen. They lie 120km (75mi) apart from each other.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT
Being of an exceptional natural beauty, they’re said to be the most beautiful fjords in the world.
