New Cottages along the Fjord

Laerdal to Skjolden - July 2-3

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July 7th 2010
Travelling from Laerdal to Skjolden we took another ferry from Fodnes to Mannheller. The town of Skjolden is at the end of the world's longest fjord, the Sognefjord. It is here the fjord meets the greatest mountain areas. We made a detour to view the Nigardsbreen glacier in the Jostedalstreen National Park and then to our hotel In Skjolden. We had a great view from our room at the Skjolden Hote ... read more

Europe » Norway

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Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with De... ... read more