Olden and Loen

Olden and Loen are neighbouring villages in Sogn og Fjordane. They are surrounded by high mountains, and at the fjord Nordfjord. The glacier Jostedalsbreen is not far away. The villages are on the shore of Nordfjord, some 8 km apart.

Understand


Olden (population 480 in 2019) and Loen are small villages at the intersection of deep lush valleys and the grand Nordfjord. These valleys are well known for their fine glaciers, all branches of Jostedalsbreen, the main glacier and the largest glacier in mainland Europe. The Olden and Loen valleys are also home to lovely lakes, rivers and waterfalls.

By plane

 * Closest airport is at Sandane, small, short distance aircraft only.
 * Other airports
 * Oslo airport at Gardermoen, 450 km
 * Ørsta-Volda airport, 80 km
 * Førde airport, 110 km
 * Sogndal airport, 130 km

By car

 * North-south: Olden and Loen is on route 60, connected to E39 (Bergen-Ålesund connection) at Byrkjelo and at Grodås/Hornindal
 * East-west: Route 15 through next door Stryn, connected to E6 at Otta.

By bus
There are express buses from Bergen, Førde, Ålesund and Trondheim.

Stay safe
Glaciers are treacherous and should be observed from safe distance only. Your life is at risk if walk near or on the glacier on your own.

On longer hikes there may be unexpected changes in weather, carry the gear you might need to cope.

Go next
If you want to see more dramatic nature, Geiranger is a good choice.