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View Northern Europe & Fjords on the mapA scenic sightseeing base at the head of Hardangerfjord Scenic cruising spot

Eidfjord

Eidfjord · Norway · View on map

A small village at the innermost end of Norway's Hardangerfjord. Nearby Vøringsfossen waterfall drops 183m, and the village serves as a gateway to the Hardangervidda plateau and a highlight of fjord cruises.

Port location

View on map
Eidfjord · Map: Natural Earth (overview)

Port highlights

The village center is a small settlement of a few hundred people (municipal population about 550)
Population
A cool oceanic climate. Summers are cool, while fjord cruises are calmest from July to August.
Climate
Norwegian (English is also widely used)
Language
Norwegian krone (NOK).
Currency
June to August (peak season for the fjord, with long days and beautiful greenery)
Best time to visit
Local food
Fresh salmonlocal fruit (apples, cherries)seafood
Sights
Voringsfossen WaterfallHardangervidda Plateau and National Park CenterSpectacular scenic sailing along the fjordShimyaruverufossen Waterfall
Monthly average high / low temperatures
1°
-3°Jan
3°
-2°Feb
7°
0°Mar
12°
2°Apr
17°
6°May
21°
10°Jun
22°
12°Jul
20°
11°Aug
17°
9°Sep
11°
5°Oct
6°
1°Nov
3°
-1°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 2013–2025 · Station: ULVIK-HJELTNES · about 13 km from port · elevation difference about 37 m · Approximate (limited observation period) · Last checked: Oct 3, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices

There is no price guide because this is a scenic-cruising or pass-through point with no landing (spending is mainly onboard).

Getting there from Japan

BGO
Bergen Airport, Flesland
Nearest airport
Airport name: OurAirports

About 104 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)

Calculated from OurAirports coordinates

Airport to port (approx.)
C — Two or more connections
Ease of access

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Northern Europe & FjordsMay–Sep 2027

7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Rotterdam

Rotterdam/ Holland America Line
Rotterdam›Eidfjord›Alesund›+3›Rotterdam
Indicative fare
From $1,259.00
Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
Fare level: Standard
7 nightsRound trip · 4 ports of call

Fare checked for departure on

Last checked Jul 22, 2026Details

Past reference material

Northern Europe & FjordsAll departures are in the past (may no longer be on sale)

14-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Stockholm to Bergen

Viking Jupiter/ Viking Ocean Cruises
Stockholm›Stockholm›Tallinn›+10›Bergen
Indicative fare
From $8,999.00
Fare level: Highest
14 nightsOne way · 11 ports of call

Fare checked on

Last checked Jul 22, 2026Details

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Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Eidfjord” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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