Day 1: Let the adventure begin
The road trip starts by the beautiful Sognefjord. Here you check in at one of our Historic hotels.
- Kviknes Hotel
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The Kvikne family has been hosting since the hotel was built in Swiss style in 1877, and despite both renovations and expansions, the hotel by the fjord has managed to retain its unique character. Kviknes Hotel is today a modern hotel with soul and atmosphere, and both works of art and treasures collected over generations help to give the hotel its special style.
In Balestrand you can visit the Norwegian Museum of Tourism, which opened in 2016, and walk over to Ciderhuset, where in the summer you can join a cider tasting and shop in the farm shop. Ciderhuset has its own shop with approx. 20 different types of Balholm cider and fruit juice.
Balestrand also has a good, varied and well-marked hiking trail network where most people will find a suitable alternative. Some of the trails are information trails where you can read about the nature and the animals that live in the area. The trails are also well organized with viewpoints, benches and campfire sites. Many are accessible from the center of Balestrand.
And after the trip? Then rest in quiet surroundings on the terrace or in one of the hotel's lounges. In the evening, enjoy a good dinner in the magnificent dining room. You will surely also find something good in the glass, as the hotel's wine list is the most richest and largest in Sognefjorden.
- Flatheim
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Nestled within the scenic mountain and fjord landscape of western Norway, Flatheim is a charming farm hotel situated strategically along the National Scenic Route over Gaularfjellet in Vestland. Surrounded by nature, mountains, rivers, light, and sounds, it offers a unique opportunity to unwind in historical and distinctive rooms.
Resting in carefully restored log houses on the farm, each room exudes its own character, decorated with meticulous thought and love. One of these protected houses even dates back to the 16th century, featuring a preserved living room. The farm is enveloped by a delightful garden adorned with flowers and useful plants, providing several outdoor and covered spots to relax and appreciate the surroundings. Flatheim aslo has a wooden fired hot tub and sauna that can be rented by advance booking.
The proximity to the protected Gaular watercourse, meandering nearby, offers valuable opportunities for activities such as swimming, fishing, and hiking along lakes, waterfalls, and crystal-clear rivers. The 22 km-long Fossestien trail opens up possibilities for walks suitable for all. For those seeking a unique lodging experience with primitive luxury and an even closer connection to nature, Glamping tents are available by the riverbank.
