Other attractions in the Sognefjord area
In the Sognefjord area you will find many attractions. They will all be posted here as soon as possible, but in the meantime please have a look at these web  Aurland / Lærdal / Flåm, Balestrand / Leikanger / Fjærland / Vik and Årdal
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Sogn Fjordmuseum is a modern museum with exhibits about interesting fjord history. The exhibition of boats ranks among the best ones in the country, and the workshop of a boatbuilder displays the tools of this trade. You will also find fishing equipment and various bits and pieces connected with the fjord and fjord life. www.dhs.museum.no
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The old church of Gaupne is a beautiful example of old Lutheran style with its ornamented bench sides, tendril paintings on the walls, catechism tablet from 1589 and pulpit. www.stavechurch.com |
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In 1909, Kari and Nils H. Lerum started juice-production at Sørheim, between Skjolden and Urnes. They built a small factory, the so called «Safthuset» (the juice house), and started production on an industrial scale. Lerum is today Norway's leading jam and juice producing company. lerum.no |
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Munthehuset (the Munthe House), is a more than 200 years old, unique building that has played a key role in the history of art, cultural life and in the building of Norway as a nation in the 19th century. www.munthehuset.no |
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In the village of Luster there is a distinctive stone church built around 1200. The architecture is Gothic and the church contains frescoes dating from the 15th century. Open to visitors. |
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Situated centrally in the old village centre of Lærdal, Gamlebanken houses an ”Old Town” exhibition. Open all year www.alr.no |
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At Urnes Farm just a stone’s throw from the World Heritage-listed Urnes Stave Church, you can take part in a red deer safari. You can get close up to these magnificent animals, help to feed them and learn interesting things about them. This is a great activity for the whole family, as well as for groups www.urnes.no |
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Goat farm with approx 600 goats. The hosts are demonstrating milking and how to make cheese, and you can also taste fresh made goat cheese here. They are serving traditional Norwegian food, and sell brown- and white goat cheese and local made souvenirs. The area is very nice for walks.
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The power station in Jostedal will be open for tourists from the 20th of June to the 20th of August. We offer guided tours Monday to Friday at 10.00, 12.00 and 14.00. You have to meet at the guide’s office outside the entrance for further information.
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