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Fjord cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen

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Cruise the fjords on a fantastic fjord cruise from Bergen!

Only have one day to spend and want to get quickly to the fjords from Bergen? A fjord cruise to Mostraumen outside Bergen lets the whole family experience mighty waterfalls, steep mountainsides, and narrow fjords, all in just 3,5 hours.
This cruise takes you past the Mostraumen straits, a scenic and narrow fjord channel that is 600 meters long and only 50 meters wide.
Starting point
Bergen
Duration
3 hr
Season
Available all year
From 890 NOK
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The fjord cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen includes:

  • Steep mountains, cascading waterfalls, and narrow straits.
  • Beautiful views of Bergen and Bryggen
  • Comfortable seats and a spacious viewing deck

Spectacular waterfalls and mountains

A trip to Mostraumen is the perfect activity on your visit to Bergen.
This single-day fjord tour starts from the dock at Zachariasbryggen, right next to the famous Fish Market in Bergen.
Once you set off, you will enjoy excellent sea views of Bryggen, a UNESCO-listed medieval wharf, the city, and the surrounding mountains.

Bring the whole family on this fjord tour from Bergen

The boat set out into the fjord before passing under the Nordhordland bridge and continuing into the Osterfjord.
The trip is short enough to bring the little ones along too.

A Norwegian cruise with mesmerizing waterfalls

The fjord becomes narrow as you approach Mostraumen. Suddenly, you find yourself surrounded by steep mountains towering above. Cruise past several waterfalls; if you are lucky, you can even collect a sample of the water to taste!
There is an abundance of wildlife in the area, including eagles and other bird life, as well as seals and goats. Keep your camera ready!
We wish you a delightful fjord cruise to Mostraumen!

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