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NORDFJORD FOR ChiLDREN
Going on holiday with children? In Nordfjord you will
find many offers that are suitable for families. Bring the
kids and let them explore nature through exciting activities.
Here is some examples for inspiration.
Experience the glaciers – the Briksdalsbreen glacier is a popular
destination, and there is a lovely walk up the three-kilometrelong
gravel road to the glacier past exciting potholes and grazing
animals. Maybe you would enjoy an exciting drive up in the small,
open ‘Troll’ cars? There are lovely walks for families up to the
Bødalsbreen and Kjenndalsbreen glaciers in Lodalen – you can
easily push a pram on the good path in Kjenndalen valley.
Glacier safari on the Briksdalsbreen glacier
We paddle big inflatable boats between the lumps of ice floating
in the water, enabling you to experience the Briksdalsbreen
glacier up close. A great experience for the whole family. Minimum
age of participants: four years. Safety equipment is included.
Glacier walks
Experience the Bødalsbreen or the Brenndalsbreen glacier up
close. Try something completely new and exciting. Take your
mother and father on a unique experience on the glacier. All
safety equipment is included. Minimum age of participants: eight
years.
Via Ferrata
A lofty experience on a safe climbing route from Loen to the summit
of Mount Hoven (1,010 m). Minimum age: 12 years.
Riding Fjord horses
Every summer, Norsk Fjordhestsenter at Nordfjordeid offers horse
riding trips in the mountains, one-hour and two-hour riding trips,
half -day or day trips. Horse riding camps for young people.
Stryn Summer Ski Centre
How about a skiing trip in the middle of summer? Stryn Summer
Ski Centre is the best known summer ski centre in Northern
Europe, with great conditions throughout the summer. Here, you
can try snowboarding, alpine, telemark or cross-country skiing!
Open from May to July.
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Harpefossen Skicentre
Harpefossen is also a good starting point for cycling trips on a
varied network of roads and paths. A great 8-km circular route
that passes four summer pasture farms. You can also cycle
the old Post Road in idyllic surroundings from Harpefossen to
Bjørkedalen and back, a total distance of 20 km. Season from May
to October. www.harpefossen.no
Tenpin bowling in Vågsøy
Here, you can celebrate birthdays, have something to eat and
drink, bowl, play pool and other fun activities.
Indoor and outdoor swimming
There are beautiful white sandy beaches along the coast of
Nordfjord. Take a bucket and spade with you and explore the
following sandy beaches in Selje: Seljesanden, Ervik, Hoddevik or
Refviksanden in Vågsøy. There are also great spots for swimming
along the fjord. Alexandra Bad & Spa and Selje Spa Thalasso have
swimming pools and outdoor jacuzzis. Gloppen Camping and
Byrkjelo Camping have heated outdoor pools with a sun terrace
and play area. Some of the public swimming pools are also open
in summer.
Enclosed ball courts, playgrounds, sand volleyball courts and mini
golf can be found in the various municipalities in Nordfjord, often
in the vicinity of schools.
Stryn Skatepark
There is a skateboard park and great football pitches at Stryn
Stadium.
Walking trips
Many child-friendly walking trips and cultural trails in Nordfjord,
contact Tourist Information for more information and tips.
Cinema
If it is bucketing down, it might be nice to stay indoors and watch
a film. Ask at the Tourist Information Office or look for posters.
See page 20 for more information about winter activities.
For more child-friendly activities and events, see
www.nordfjord.no/family