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A presentation of Norwegian destinations and cruise ports

Cruise Norway Manual 2007/2008 Index P h oto : Gu nna r W angen

Index 2 Presentation of Cruise Norway 2-3 Cruise Cruise Destination Norway 4-5 Norwegian Cruise Ports 6 wonderful Norway

Distances in nautical miles 7 The “Norway Cruise Manual” gives a survey of Norwegian harbours Cruise Port 8 providing excellent services to the cruise market. This presentation is edited in a geographical sequence: It starts in the North - and finishes 10 in the South. 12 The presentation of each port gives concise information about the most  Small City Cruise 14 important attractions, “day” and “halfday” excursions, and useful, practical information about harbour conditions. The amount of information is limited 16 due to space. On request, more detailed information may be obtained from 18 Cruise Norway or from the individual ports. The “Norway Cruise Manual” is the only comprehensive overview of 20 Norwegian harbours and the cooperating companies that have the 22 international cruise market as their field of activity. The individual port authorities / companies are responsible for the information which 24 appears in this presentation. Flåm 26 An Early Warning System (EWS) for Norwegian ports was introduced in 2004 Florø 28 - go to: www.cruise-norway.no Olden/ 30 32 Ålesund 34 nanc y bu n d t /Åndalsnes 36 ph oto : 38

Narvik 40 Møre and 42

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Tromsø 48 Presenting ation 50 Cruise Norway inno v

Hammerfest 52 ph oto . Cruise Norway is a marketing company established in 1992 by Norwegian Hesjadal Waterfall North Cape 54 Vigeland Park, Oslo port authorities, transport companies and suppliers. We concentrate our

Longyearbyen 56 y activities on the international cruise marked, and coordinate and present information about Norwegian harbours and services provided by other

European Cruise Service 58 no r wa cooperating companies. Cruise Norway wishes to provide knowledge about Glassverk 59 Norway and Spitsbergen to cruise operators and travel agents. The intention Nordic Cruise Service 60 is to contribute to a simpler planning process. Our aim is to maintain and increase the number of cruise passengers and cruise calls to Norway in the years to come. We provide you with material y

about unique attractions in Norway which will increase the competetiveness no r wa

te rj e r a kk e / no rd ic l i f e /fj o rd of your cruise programme and promote sales possibilites. A free of charge ation sales and promotion service including photos of Norway and Spitsbergen as

ph oto : well as discriptive brochures about harbours and the cooperating companies sponsoring Cruise Norway. Norway is unique in all seasons. For an extended cruise season we, and our partners in Norway, offer a number of exciting and exotic experiences. Front page - Top picture Photo: "the 7 sisters" photo: per / norge as Cruise Norway shall stimulate its cooperating companies to active product

Bottom photoes from left: development. In cooperating with us, you will also influence developments ph oto . bjør n jør gensen / inno v bergen - bryggen photo: jan lillebø/bt Bøyabreen glacier according to your own interests and requirements. Northern light, Tromsø photo: kjell bråten lake photo: terje rakke/nordic life /fjord norway lofoten photo: stig trondvoll/samfoto Friendly country with friendly people Ra kk e /N o rd ic l i f e P h oto : T e rj te rj e r a kk e ph oto :



Why is Norway one of the most popular cruise The Trollstigen Road destinations in Europe?

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te rj e r a kk e / no rd ic l i f e /fj o rd Top ten selling points ph oto : 1. Cruising Norwegian water and 4. Attractive none nature based attractions all the major cruise lines. The Norwegian coastline includes more than Beside the genuine nature based attractions, 67.000 islands enabling cruise to sail in Norway has many attractions to show visitors, 8. Norway and the Norwegians sheltered waters. The longest fjord reaches 200 especially in the field of famous composers, Norway is a modern Western European democratic kilometers inland with smaller inlets, as in other painters, polar expeditions as well as traditional country with a long history. The Norwegians are Oldtown Stavanger fjords, providing breathtaking scenic views includ- art. New and modern attractions are being devel- friendly and well educated and most Norwegians ing remote farms and villages that are still popu- oped and new niche products are developed to speak foreign languages. The 4,7 mill. Norwegians lated. Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord were in meet the needs of younger cruise passengers. are proud of their country, their history and like to 2006 rated as the best cared for Unesco World show the tourists the magnificent nature and the Heritage Site. 5. Norway - a safe destination Norwegian lifestyle. Norway is 323 758 square Norway is - at least until today - situated in a calm kilometres and in average each square kilometre 2. The unique variety of itineraries corner of the world. Many tourists look upon has 14 inhabitants. Along the 1.300 nautical miles coastline the possi- Norway as a safe tourist destination. Additionally many National Parks have been te rj e r a kk e / no rd ic l i f e /fj o rd bility to create interesting itineraries is immense. The Norwegian system of pilot service and established since the early sixties.

ph oto : As per today cruise ships call on more than 30 dif- the national Coast Guard is internationally ferent Norwegian ports annually. The most popu- recognized. The public health care is well organ- 9. Mild climate due to the Gulf Stream lar areas are the Fjords, North Cape, Spitsbergen, ised. The implementation of the ISPS security The Gulf Stream warms the Norwegian coast and coastal cruises including the Lofoten Isles and code has been successful. ensures a mild climate even this far north, and all the way south to Oslo. Together with the other the Midnight Sun can be experienced north of the /The Nawie´s Road Scandinavian capitals Oslo is often included in 6. The cultural heritage Artic Circle. Even south of the Artic Circle the pas- the Baltic Cruise Itineraries. The are well known, and Norway has a long sengers can enjoy the magnificent and genuine history. The oldest towns have a history stretching nature in daylight - 20 hours per day. 3. Attractive nature based attractions back more than 1000 years. Norway has a lot to

te rj e r a kk e Cruising is probably the best way to see Norway. offer in terms of cultural heritage like the famous 10. Shopping - well organised VAT refund In the many ports along the coastline it is possi- Stave Churches, many museums, well preserved Norway might have an image of being an expen- ph oto : ble to arrange a great variety of shore excursions. wooden buildings and the many picturesque vil- sive country, but the well organised tax-free shop- The percentage of cruise passengers participating lages by the fjords and in the mountains. ping for tourists keeps the prices down. VAT on shore excursions in Norway is very high com- refund is offered at most Norwegian ports. Typical pared to other destinations. The overland tours 7. The cruise history Norwegian items like knitwear, fur products and secures the passengers the ultimate experi- The first commercial cruise to Norway took local craftworks are popular to bring home. All ence of sailing combined with excursion by place in 1882 as P&O`s “St. ” visited kind of international well known trade marks are rail, bus and boat - experiencing the dramatic the Norwegian fjords and North-Cape and since sold in Norway as well, and you might do a bar- changes in the scenery. then Norway has been a popular destination for gain buying high profiled items.

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Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Emergency: Dial 113 Events: www.visitoslo.com Cruise Season: From April - December Average temperature (C): +20/68F, www.met.no Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: Every major language- 200 certified city guides Tax refund: On pier • Cruise Information: www.oslocruisenetwork.no Port Information: www.ohv.oslo.no Tourist Information: www.visitoslo.com Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: On pier and in city centre 200m Nearest : Oslo Airport 50km

-The Viking The Viking Museum Norwegian Maritime Museum designed from the 17th century to present times. Duration: 2 - 3 hours Duration: 2 hours The Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art Capital of Norway The restored Oseberg, Gokstad and Tune ships The Norwegian Maritime Museum presents the has a wide collection of Norwegian and foreign and other finds from royal burial mounds around coast of Norway with its traditions and heritage art from the post-war period to our days. At The capital of Norway lies in the heart of Scandinavia and at the head of the Oslofjord. All visitors enjoy the entrance the Oslo Fjord. The worlds best preserved Viking and Norwegian maritime history. The collection the Henie-Onstad Museum of Modern Art,

 and departure sights along this fjord. Dominating the harbour is Fortress, a medieval castle and royal ships were built in the 9th century. of maritime paintings reflects Norwegian beautifully situated by the Oslofjord, is Norway's  residence built in 1299. The cruise port is next to the medieval fortress and approximately 200 metres from the city Distance from Oslo Port: 6 km painters’ impression of coast and sea. In the largest collection of international modern art. centre and the City Hall with an exciting waterfront with shops, restaurants and entertainment. Supervideograph you experience the coast and Also on display, figureskater and Hollywood star The Munch Museum the sea in Ivo Caprino’s panoramic movie. Sonja Henie’s trophy collection. Duration: 2 - 3 hours Distance from Oslo Port: 6 km occupies a unique position News 2007/2008 Attractions/excursions among Nordic painters, as one of the pioneers The Norwegian Folk Museum The new Norwegian Museum of Architecture of expressionism with 11.000 paintings and Duration: 2 - 4 hours will open in 2007. In April 2008 Oslo will For more than 1000 years people have lived in Thanks to the Gulf Stream, the Oslofjord has interactive technology. Changing exhibitions. 18.000 graphic works bequeathed to the city Norway's largest and the world's oldest open inaugurate the splendid new National Opera Oslo. Today the city has approximately 520.000 pleasant bathing temperature. Distance from Oslo Port: 0,5 km of Oslo. air museum. Incl. Sami culture. 140 unique House (36.000 sq.m.) uniquely located in inhabitants and the city is the financial, political Distance from Oslo Port: 4 km buildings, among them a 13th century stave the city centre on the waterfront, designed by and cultural centre of Norway. Akershus Fortress and the Defence church. Performing folk dance, traditional snøhetta Architects, winning first prize in an A revival of vibrant city life is remarkable in today’s Museum The Vigeland Sculpture Park baking, domestic animals, national costumes open international compeition. Oslo. The city centre is small and compact and Duration: 2 - 3 hours Duration: 2 - 4 hours from different parts of Norway. g u nna r- st rø m easy to get around. Many museums and sights Dating from 1299, this medieval castle and One of Norway's most visited attractions with Distance from Oslo Port: 6 km

are within walking distance in the city centre. Royal Residence developed into a fortress in PH OTO: more than 1 mill. visitors every year. Appr. 200

Oslo is a green and friendly city with a mild and 1592. Exhibits, models of the castle, magnificent by (1869 - 1943) Holmenkollen Ski jump and Museum nanc y bu n d t pleasant climate in the summer (+20C/68F). halls and the castle church can be viewed. who also designed the lay-out of the park. A Duration: 2 - 4 hours PH OTO: Distance from Oslo Port: 500 m monumental artistic creation with a human Norway's most visited tourist attraction. The message. Norwegian national ski facility. At the world’s st rø m The Norwegian Resistance Museum Distance from Oslo Port: 6 km oldest Ski museum the history of skiing Duration: 2 hours throughout 400 years can be seen. See the royal g u nna r Five years of occupation from invasion to The Kon-Tiki Museum family skiing and the olympic games’ history.

PH OTO: liberation are interpreted through pictures, Duration: 2 - 3 hours Panoramic view of Oslo from the observation posters, artefacts etc. Original vessels and objects from Thor Heyerdahls tower. Distance from Oslo Port: 500 m many expeditions. The famous Kon-Tiki raft Distance from Oslo Port: 12 km from 1947. The papyrus raft Ra II from 1970 and The City Hall a model of the Tigris. Film room with interactive Other major museums Duration: 1 hour mulitmedia technology. At the National Museum of Contemporary Art Seat for the City Council and administrative Distance from Oslo Port: 6 km there is an extensive collection of art and craft management. Inaugurated in 1950. Decorated by Akershus Fortress Arial view of The Vigeland Sculpture Park. Norwegian artists with motivs from Norwegian history, culture and working life. The National Gallery Distance from Oslo Port: 1 km Duration: 2 - 3 hours The largest collection of Norwegian and Nobel Peace Center international art up to 1945. Emphasis on the Name & Contacts Port of Oslo Duration: 1 hour major works from the National Romantic period. A centre for knowledge and experience focusing Separated hall for Edvard Munch's works - Address: P.O. Box 230 Sentrum, N-0103 Oslo Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart 452 and 401 on the topics of war, peace and conflict-solving among other “Skrik” (The Scream). Phone: (+47) 815 00 606 Fax: (+47) 23 49 26 01 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] The Viking Ship Museum through exhibitions, films, light, sound and Distance from Oslo Port: 2 km International Access code: 00 Oslo Port: channel 80, ch. 12 Internet: www.ohv.oslo.no

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Events: St. Halvards Play (June) Open Air Museum Spiralen (June - August) The Park Days (June) River Festival (August) Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: English, German, French, Spanish. Emergency: Hospital Cruise Season: May - September Average temperature: www.met.no Port Information: www.drammenhavn.com Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: Walking distance (shuttlebuses) Nearest airport: Oslo Airport, Gardemoen 95 km • Taxi: Taxi available Emergency: Hospital Buskerud Torp Airport, Torp 70 km

Salmon Fishing -The fjord city in The Drammen River Duration: Day-Trip

The location of Drammen is remarkable, located at the innermost end of Drammen Fjord. Drammen is one of the larger cities in Norway. The City of Drammen has long traditions as a meeting place and commercial centre for a very rich and important region of Norway. The city grew up on the trade of timber and wood products, as well as shipment of silver

10 from the rich silver mines at , the neighbouring city inland. Drammen’s wide range of attractions appeals 11 to both domestic and foreign visitors and it is also a perfect gateway to the many attractions of , the cultural and economic centre of gravity of Norway. the museum shop, exhibitions and a café. Fossesholm Mansion was built in connection with the local sawmill activities and the sale All necessary fishing equipment is available for of timber products to Europe. Today the main rent. You can start the tour by taking lessons Attractions/excursions building is a museum. Fossesholm has a in salmon fishing, and then fish salmon using capacity to serve dinner for up to 500 guests. a variety of different fishing techniques and Distance from the port - 45km. equipment. Lunch is served featuring grilled salmon served outdoors down by the river. The Heddal Bragernes Market bus will take you back to Drammen Harbour. The Duration: 6 hours Bragernes market is central to the townscape bus ride from Drammen Harbour to Hellefossen This fascinating tour also starts at Drammen takes about 25 minutes. Harbour, where a guide will take you on a Bus ride from Drammen Harbour to Hellefossen 65- minute bus tour to Heddal Stave Church. 22 km. The 13th century Heddal Stave Church is an architectural masterpiece of the Viking Age. On Oslo/Viking Ships – Vigeland Park the return trip, we will stop by the Royal Silver And Holmenkollen Mines at Kongsberg, where we will take you Duration: 4-5 hours on a guided tour 2.3 km down into the mines. On arrival you can take a guided tour of the This exciting tour will pass through a cool 6 C0 Royal Heritage Train Viking craftsmen will display their skills “live” Cruise Destination Drammen. Later take the bus Viking Museum at Bygdø and Oseberg. The environment, so we recommend that you wear Duration: 1 hour to the Kongsberg Silver Mines in the field of textiles, wood-carving and iron to Spiraltoppen – the bus travels up a sevenloop of Drammen. The market square is the largest Gokstad and Tune ships are the best preserved warm clothing on the trip. 2 hours to the Hadeland Glassworks (Charter) forging. There will also be some story-telling spiral inside the mountain to the top where you in Scandinavia and was laid out in 1866 after a Viking ships ever uncovered. Later travel by bus Royal Heritage Train with dining-car directly and music at the local Viking burial mounds. can enjoy a magnificent view. The bus then takes fire had reduced 388 buildings to ashes. During to the Vigeland Park in Oslo, one of Norway’s from the Port of Drammen to the Kongsberg A truly magical experience! You can also enjoy you back to Drammen Harbour. The bus ride the summer, in particular, the citizens and most popular tourist attractions. The park Silver Mines or to the Hadeland Glassworks and a Viking meal where a full-sized lamb is grilled from Drammen Harbour to Lier takes about 15 visitors gather in the market square to enjoy its features 212 sculptures, all by Gustav Vigeland. back to Drammen. on a rotating spit. On the return, we visit Edvard minutes. unique ambience. It is full of bustling activity, with Afterwards, travel by bus to Holmenkollen, Munch’s summer studio at Åsgårdstrand, which is Distance from the port - 5km. stallholders selling fruit, vegetables, flowers and a lot which is a popular tourist destination at the very A genuine Viking adventure where Munch found his inspiration for the famous more. Here there are cosy open-air restaurants. The “top” of Oslo. The bus will then take you back Duration: 5-6 hours. paintings The Scream and Women on the Bridge. Royal Silver Mines And Fossesholm seven corkscrew turns of the “Spiralen” to Drammen Harbour. The bus from Drammen This Viking adventure starts at Drammen Mansion take you to the roof of the city. This provides Harbour to the Viking Ships takes about 30 Harbour. A Viking will meet you and guide Rose Garden And The Spiral Duration: 4-5 hours fantastic views of the city and the fjord. minutes. you by bus the 45 minutes it takes to reach Duration: 3 hours The Kongsberg Silver Mines were established Distance from port - Walking distance. Distance from port - 40 km. the Midgard Historical Centre in Borre. Several First start off on a short bus ride from Drammen in 1623 and are located in the city of 20-Drammen more Vikings will greet you once you arrive at Harbour to Lier. Then take a guided tour of an Kongsberg, 45km from Drammen. A small the Viking Farm, and you will have a chance to immense greenhouse covering 14,000sq.m. and train transports you 2km into the heart of the Name & contacts Drammen Port try out Viking Age activities such as archery, axe featuring 32 different types of roses – Norway’s mine, where professional guides can tell you throwing, royal Viking games, balancing on a largest production of roses. There is also a about the most successful business Address: Hans Kiærsgt. 1A, 3041 Drammen Pilot: channel 13 Charts: log, as well as learning the Viking alphabet and 3,000sq.m. area featuring geraniums. Guided in Norwegian history. The entire trip takes 1.5 Phone: (+47) 32 20 86 50 Fax: (+47) 32 20 86 51 Emergency: channel 12 ,16, 19 E-mail: [email protected] trying out some Viking sword techniques. Three tours can be booked starting in 2005 through hours. In addition to the mine, you can visit International Access code: +47 Drammen Port: channel 12 ,16, 19 Internet: www.drammenhavn.no

DRAMMEN Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: Bunkering: Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: 24 hrs Garbage disposal: Tollbukaia 100 m 7 m Truck/barge None Negligible tides Yes Holmen South Air draught: Tidal movement/range: Water: Kranbrygga 200 m 7 m Truck/barge Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: Provisions: Myrakaia 155 m 7 m Truck/barge Tollbukaia Shuttle service: Ship stay maximum: Banking at terminal: Holmen South 486 m 7 m Truck/barge Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: ISPS approved: Yes Kranbrygga

0 500 m Myrakaia SCALE Kristiansand Cruise Port Public information Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Emergency: Sørlandet Hospital Events: see www.sorlandet.com Cruise Season: All Year Average temperature (c): June: 19, July: 20, August: 19 Tourist Information: V. Strandgt. 32, Guide Service: 30-40 certified city guides, English, Tax refund: Cruise Information: www.kristiansand-havn.no Tourist Information: www.sorlandet.com corner H. Wergelandsgt. German, French, Spanish Nearest airport: Kristiansand Airport • Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: City centre 500m from pier Kjevik, 17 km

- The sea, the sun This excursion includes a drive through the old the rose-painted Søgne Old Church, where the residential quarters of Kristiansand. norwegian poet and playwright "Bjørnstjerne Distance: 9 km Bjørnson" was married. The route back to and the summer city Kristiansand follows the winding coastal road, - The Jewel of Sørlandet past holiday areas through modern residential

12 Every year thousands of tourists visit the local coastal area, enjoying its fjords and thousands of small islands. The Duration: 3,5 hours areas back to Kristiansand. 13 Kristiansand area has more days of sunshine than any other location in Scandinavia, and the beaches and smooth rocks Boat/bus excursion to Lillesand. This boat Distance: 20 km are ideal for sunbathing. The area is considered being the number one holiday area in Norway. By charter boats tourists trip along the island-speckled coast to the can visit the unique scenery and the charming fishing villages with their traditional white wooden houses. Salmon fishing neighbouring town of Lillesand is one of Kristiansand, the Natural is popular at the river that runs through the city. At the Fisherman´s wharf one can find an exciting fish market, lively the highlights of a visit to Kristiansand. The History Museum & Botanical Garden restaurants, small boat traffic and sigthseeing boats. cruise takes you through an island paradise of and Church extraordinary scenic beauty, with idyllic views Duration: 3 hours Since the renaissance town was founded in 1641, Kristiansand has boasted one of the world largest fleets of sailing ships in close succession; old outports, traditional The bus takes you through the Eastern until the beginning of the last century. Often being the first port of call for ships arriving from Europe. Today the city serves mariner’s houses - presently romantic Harbour and the Otterdalen’s Fountain Park as the primary hub for ferry, shipping, air, road and rail traffic in . summer houses, as well as fascinating nature. with granite sculptures by Kjell Nupen, past Refreshments and delicious local prawns are the Guest Harbour and the Christiansholm The Bronze Age Settlement served on board. The picturesque town of Fortress of 1672. Kristiansand is a ‘Renaissance Duration: 3 hours Lillesand dates back to the 17th century. Town’ and the tour will give you a glimpse of This Bronze Age Farm (1800 BC) just outside Attractions/excursions Distance: 30 km northern Europe’s largest collection of low, Kristiansand has been reconstructed on a site wooden white houses. The Agder Natural where traces of human settlement go back Experience a typical to pick your own mineral souvenir (additional railway which commenced operations Highlights of Kristiansand History Museum and Botanical Garden offers 10,000 years. In addition to a vivid picture of our Norwegian rough walk one hour). in 1896 as the main line of communication and its surroundings geological, zoological and botanical collections ancestors’ everyday life, you may visit the Fertility Duration: 3 hours Distance: 58 km between Kristiansand and the Setesdal . Duration: 3 - 3,5 hours and exhibitions, including the largest collection Maze and the Offering Site. Pottery and sales- Bus transport from ship to the entrance of the This trip recreates the special atmosphere of This tour offers a study of the contrasts between of cacti in Norway. Oddernes Church (approx. outlet. Later a visit to Lillesand - a picturesque Baneheia park (2 - 3 km). Guided rough walk The Setesdalsbanen Vintage Railway a turn-of-the-century railway journey, through the present and the past, as we leave the harbour 1150), is built in stone in the Roman style. The town dating back to the 17th century. (approx. 2 km) along idyllic paths and small Duration: 3 hours , avalanche shelters and across dams. for the city centre, driving past the old fortress of church has a baroque pulpit from 1704 and a Distance: 35 km lakes to the Ravnedalen Scenic Park, which A traditional light snack can be offered in Christiansholm, built in 1672. Entering the city, rune stone in the entrance. was established in 1875-78 by General Oscar authentic historical surroundings. we observe the rectangular pattern of the streets Distance: 2 km Kristiansand Zoo and Wergeland. The Ravnedalen features an abundant Distance: 20 km between the harbour and the river, passing Amusement Park flora, rare trees and a pond frequented by swans. many delightful old wooden houses typical Duration: 3 - 6 hours The cafeteria can offer light refreshments. See the World's second biggest gun of this region. Vest-Agder County Museum is One of Norway´s most popular tourist Distance: 2 km Duration: 3 hours one of Norway’s largest open air museums. It attractions. Nordic and other exotic animals may Destinas j on Sørl an d et The Kristiansand Cannon Museum (The Vara features an ancient city street with authentic be experienced in their natural environment, . See the fabulous Setesdal Mineral Park Battery) boasts the world’s second biggest houses. In the village of Søgne productive farms The Siberian Tiger. New 2007: Africa area with Duration: 3 hours - 4 hours with mine visit gun, with a 38 cm bore and a 55 km range. are in close proximity to breathtaking views of lions. Theme parks activities, entertainment. The Setesdal Mineral Park consists of 175 metres The Vara Battery played an important part in the sea and the surrounding skerries. We visit Distance: 12 km of galleries located in an old mine, and houses the artillery installations constructed by the one of Europes finest collections of minerals and Germans after their occupation of Norway in the

crystals. The inner caverns of the park displays PH OTO: A n d e r s M a r tinsen © spring of 1940. Similar installations were built magnificent shapes and colours which give Excursion to Grovane Station, 20 km north in Hanstholm, Denmark. Armaments in both visitors a new and different nature experience. of Kristiansand. The Setesdalsbanen Vintage countries included four 38 cm guns. Together Name & contacts Kristiansand Port Authority The surrounding / area is well-known Railway is a narrow-gauge (1067 mm) railway these guns covered most of the distance across for the extremely rare minerals found in its many powered by a steam engine from 1894. The the , and thus efficiently kept allied Address: Gravane 4, P.O.B. 114, N-4662 Kristiansand Pilot: channel 13 and 16 Charts: Norwegian chart 9 and port no. 457 mines and quarries, and a visit can be arranged present 7 km track is part of the original 78 km ships out of danish and norwegian waters. Phone: (+47) 38 00 60 10 Fax: (+47) 38 02 70 99 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Kristiansand Port: channel 12 and 16 Internet: www.kristiansand-havn.no

Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Silo Q./Odderøy Q 317 m 7-9-14 m Yes Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 0,20 m Water: Yes Lagmanns Quay 268 m 8,8 m Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Europe Quay 190 m 5,5-8 m Yes Shuttle service: upon request Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Agder Quay 112 m 8,8 m Yes Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes Ports of Mandal, Farsund and Flekkefjord Public information Events: Mandal festival , Farsund Privateer Days, Shellfish Meet at , City Fest in Flekkefjord, Emigrant Festival in (June), Mandal Midsummer Fest, Foghorn Festival, Farsund Privateer Night, Flekkefjord Salmon Festival (July), Mandal Shellfish Festival, Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: Every major language Emergency, Farsund Emergency Farsund Sailors Wake Festival (August) Food Festival and Sheep Show in Kvinesdal (September) Cruise Season: From May - Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: In City center Tax refund: At the pier October Average temperature: (C) May 18, June 19, July 20, August 20, September 18 Cruise Information: www.smallcitycruises.no Taxi: Taxies and minibuses available Emergency: Flekkefjord Hospital, Mandal Nearest airport: Airport Farsund •• Small City Cruises By establishing the cruise organization Small City Cruises, our goal is to attract parts of the ever expanding cruise traffic in the sculptor’s own village, is also part of this ocean. The memorial monument to the fallen frequenting Norwegian waters. The ports includied in this new marketing concept are the cities of Mandal - Farsund and tour. The exhibition includes a village museum and missing at sea, is poignant. Høgåsen Flekkefjord. Common for all are the natural geographical positions close to or along the shipping routes, geographical as well, which displays several exciting items. vantage point did even during the Napoleonic distances to the next major destination along the coast and an abundance of new, exiting and authentic experiences for Wars of 1807 – 1814 serve its purpose to the expectant passengers. And last, but not least – the desire of the local population to act as hosts to our guests Tour of Lista – Highlights Norwegian Neutrality Defence,. In Memory of

14 Our target group is defined towards cruise ships sized up to approximately 1500 pax. Larger ships will be possible, Duration: 3 hours our Ancestors – the historical legacy of Hidra’s 15 depending on port of call. By the following suggestions we will bring you into a new - partly undiscovered - and safe This picturesque area houses an abundance of culture itself – is situated in Rasvåg. Exhibits world, here in Norway. Welcome! experiences. Information will be given about the show the development of Hidra – from the local Viking saga as the journey continues to Stone Age to modern times. the old rescue museum. Lista Nature Museum Attractions/excursions Viking Village/Longship tour Duration 3,5 hours Farsund-the Privateer City Historical Walk Experience a city to be desired Spangreid Viking Village welcomes visitors. Duration 3 hours Duration 3 hours Culture and nature experiences go hand in The pleasant, historic and authentic city of The city of Mandal was founded around 1730. barrels, among other things, the knife smith’s hand. The Vikings challenge guests to archery, Farsund offers guests on an enjoyable walk, The city centre is distinguished by approximately work at the forge and sections for canned food axe throwing, horseback riding and nature escorted by the city’s own watchman. The walk 600 listed, white, wooden houses in intimate and fish processing. The tour’s main destination experiences in the form of historical walks leads between the white houses, representing settings. Visit the city museum’s permanent is “Cape South”, situated as a solitary, majestic through the cultural landscape. But, the highlight several styles. From Patrician and Swiss style exhibition on Mandal and the region’s national and towering cliff, with the Lindesnes Lighthouse is a rowing / sailing voyage on an “authentic” to a perfect union of the regions building artists, such as Amaldus Nielsen and Adolph on guard above. The lighthouse museum takes Viking ship. Three ships are available from traditions throughout the ages. Encounters with Tidemand, and the childhood home of Norway’s us inside the promontory, where exhibitions the village fleet. The buildings at the site are handicraft, created by local artists, picture studio greatest sculptor, Gustav Vigeland – the artist and the an information centre show the daily constructed according to the building tradition and exhibitions, and pleasant outdoor cafés. The behind Vigelandsparken in Oslo. In addition, the life outside. The area is chosen as this region’s of the 11th century. fishing quay, the guest quay, the fragrances of city is well-known for its designers and galleries . the bakery and exciting shopping opportunities within the arts and within handicraft production. The galleass SS Adella invites the guests to Norway’s largest collections Velocipede trolley tour appeal to visitors. The highlight of the summer Mandal Church is the largest wooden church in Duration: 3 hours Sjølingstad Woollen Mill of birds. A trip down to Borhaug’s authentic Duration 3 hours is the Privateer Night. the country. The sailing pride of Farsund. The voyage starts Duration 3 hours fishery settings whets one’s appetite before A fitness centre with “spinning”outdoors. From the in close proximity to the cruise ship, The journey Established in 1894, and a living example of arriving at Norway’s most famous landmark: old railway station in Flekkefjord the journey leads, Historical Walk in the Dutch City leads towards the outport of Eikvåg, known for its Norwegian industrial history. Spinning, weaving . There is a museum on ocean by own power, approximately 17 km inland. Tall Duration: 3 hours privateer activities during the Napoleonic Wars, and colouring based on age-old traditions still and drama, fauna, flora and history. bridges and dark tunnels are followed by light and A popular tour to take part in is the century-long among islets and skerries towards Korshavn. take place. The guests are guided on a tour magnificent nature. history of Flekkefjord. Next, the saga island of Sælør is visited, where through parts of the mill. The museum mill Hidra - the community against the ocean Owing to the inhabitants’ enthusiasm, you can we go ashore and take a guided tour around has an attractive outlet, where the mill’s design Duration: 4 hours currently experience images of times gone by, but this island kingdom of such dramatic history. A products are displayed in perfect harmony with Our first stop is Kirkehavn, where the guests still ever present. Flekkefjord Museum’s haunt is small “costal museum” contains memorabilia assorted quality souvenirs. visit the beautiful and highly adorned church a wooden building from 1720, containing several from the ocean. A short visit to the Gustav Vigeland Gallery, building, which towers on a cliff against the collections, and shows, among other things, an affluent merchant’s home, and ambulatory Lindesnes Costal Lighthouse & Costal exhibitions throughout the season. Culture Centre The city’s octagonal so-called timber c´hurch Duration: 4 hours opens its doors to a guided tour, and next, the Norway’s Cape South. One of the regions most Name & contacts Small City Cruises Authority journey continues to the Old Dutch city’s setting popular travel destinations. Our first stop is of narrow streets and continuous whitewooden Lindesnes Costal Culture Centre. The guests Address: Sørlandets Industrisenter. International Access code: 00 Charts: 10, 11, 12 houses. will experience machinery at work, producing Lundevågen N-4550 Farsund Pilot: channel 13 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (+47) 91 16 69 55 Fax: (+47) 8 39 72 23 Emergency: channel 16 Internet: www.smallcitycruises.no

FARSUND City Centre Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Port Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Port of Mandal 80-170 m 8,5-10,5 m Yes FLEKKEFJORD City Centre Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: +/- 0 m Sheltred Ports Water: Yes Port of Farsund 100-130 m 7,5-15 m Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Port of Flekkefjord 86 m 7,5-10,8 m Yes Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: yes MANDAL City Centre Stavanger Cruise Port Public information

Events: May Jazz Festival, Beach Volleyball Tournament, Food with a Smile Festival, Chamber Latitude: N 58o59’ E 5o33’. Tourist Information: 600 meter from harbour Guide Service: English, German, French, Italian, Emergency: (+47)515 10 202 or 113 Sunset summer: 9.30-11 PM. Population: 250.000 Cruise Season: All year Average temperature (C): May 14, June 15, July 15, August 16 Bus: modern sightseeing buses Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Sign Language Tax refund: At the pier • Port Information: : www.stavanger.havn.no Tourist Information: www.regionStavanger.com. Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Shopping: 10 min. walking distance Nearest airport: Stavanger Airport, . 15 km - The shortcut to the fjords The and The Pulpit Rock the 3,000 ft high , as well as the famous The region has long claimed to be the cradle of the Vikings and it is also here that the great Norwegian Duration: 4 - 5 hours 1,968 ft "Pulpit Rock", passing waterfalls, and old fjords begin. In the east, the landscape varies between fjords and steep mountains, like the Lysefjord Boat trip to Lysefjorden to see one of Norway’s deserted and inhabited farms, before the sheltered with the – the Pulpit Rock – which is just an hour’s boat trip away from the city centre. In spectacular wonders, the Preikestolen – the archipelago of Stavanger leads us back to town. the south is Jaeren, a flat open landscape with long white sandy beaches. Cruise ships dock in the middle Pulpit Rock – which raises 1968 ft above sea sti f te l sen u tstein kl oste r 16 of the oldest part of the town at Gamle Stavanger, just a ten-minute walk away from the town’s lovely level. You pass “Fantaholå”, fetch drinking water Utstein Abbey 17 market place and the charming city centre with its pedestrianised cobbled streets. from a waterfall, and get to feed and seals. Duration: 3 - 4 hours PH OTO: Stop onshore for Norwegian waffles served with Bus trip through the undersea tunnel to see either coffee or tea, before returning through the beautiful green island of Mosterøy, home to The Stavanger Region is European Capital of Culture 2008 Stavanger’s beautiful archipelago. Norway’s only preserved medieval abbey. Utstein Abbey has served as a royal estate to many Viking Jæren, and the Lysefjord kings and its unique acoustics make it a favoured Utstein Abby, home of many Viking kings Attractions/excursions Duration: 8 hours place not only for concerts and recordings, but We drive through Jæren’s open landscape and also for ghosts. And more ….. Old Stavanger The monument Three Swords Most popular excursions: beaches to the mountainous area of Gloppedalen, There are many more tour options in the Old Stavanger consists of a cluster of 173 small Standing 30 feet high on the edge of Hafrsfjord Bay which has Europe’s largest boulder scree. We The Big Viking Tour Stavanger region for you to enjoy such as white wooden houses built in the late 1700s and are three iron swords set into the mountain rock City sightseeing and Iron Age Farm visit Byrkjedalstunet to see the candle factory and Duration: 4 - 5 hours lighthouse safaris; tours to old fishing villages; visits early 1800s. Originally used as homes for poor as a memorial to King Harald I, , Duration: 3 hours stop at the café and shop before continuing up A sightseeing boat takes you to on to the “tropical gardens” or the butterfly garden; families working in the canning industry. Many who founded Norway in 872 AD and became its We start the tour by passing the homes of through the valleys to with its incredible Karmøy – Norway’s birthplace – where the concert tours to Sola beach and the old stone church of the buildings now house craft shops, galleries first king. the old bourgeoisie, then drive to the Three 27 hairpin bends. Lunch is served at the "Eagles viking king Harald Fairhair built his first royal there; art tours; Viking tours at the archaeological and museums, and the area is classified as a Swords monument before visiting the viewpoint Nest" overlooking the valley below. Boarding a boat, residence after he had established Norway as museum; tours to the prehistoric settlements at national heritage site. A visit to the canning Sølvberget, the Silver Hill at Ullandshaug Tower. Our next stop is at we sail the 42 km long Lysefjord passing beneath one kingdom in 872 AD. Here, we will give you Landa; or gourmet tours to local butchers and museum is a highlight not to be missed. This area consists mainly of wooden houses and a reconstructed Iron Age farmstead, before the opportunity to learn about life in the time of cheese factory. Stavanger also offers you the choice cobbled streets. Stavanger has more wooden houses returning to the town where we visit the cathedral the Vikings. of several golf courses, fishing trips, swimming with ange r b a

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Built in the Anglo-Norman style in 1125 AD, commonly used in the building of private homes. back to the harbour. sta Visit a Norwegian home fjord rowing. See www.stavanger-havn.no and www. when the town only had 200 inhabitants, Stavanger Stavanger also has a long and colourful waterfront Duration: 2 hours cruise-europe.com or contact the Stavanger Cruise Cathedral is a scaled down replica of Winchester consisting of 60 well persevered warehouses, or City walk: From sardines to black gold You will see how Norwegians live, and hear about Destination office. Cathedral in . Its patron is St Svithun. Sjøhus, from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Duration: 3 hours how life has changed from the past to the present wo r s ø e /r egion Before the petroleum industry started in the day. Learn about Norway and the Norwegians whilst inge 1970s, Stavanger’s economy was originally savouring waffles served with either coffee or tea. o dd ange r b a

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and the canning industry. The tour visits PH OTO: Helicopter Tours Old Stavanger and the famous Norwegian Duration: 30 min - 1 hour Canning Museum, before a boat trip takes A unique opportunity to experience breathtaking you around the harbour to show you not only bird’s-eye views of the Stavanger region. wo r s ø e /r egion the town’s old warehouses and old shipping The Viking farm at Avaldsnes, once a Royal residence inge sites, but also the new city as well. We o dd finish the tour in the Norwegian Petroleum

PH OTO: Museum where films and models show the 15-Stavanger havn magnitude and challenges of this exciting Name & contacts Stavanger Port Authority industry and the story behind it. Downtown Stavanger Address: Nedre Strandgt. 51, N - 4005 Stavanger Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart Phone: (+47) 51 50 12 00 Fax: (+47) 51 50 12 22 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Stavanger Port: channel 12 Internet: www.stavanger.havn.no B y f j o rd e n

Sandvigå Port facilities Quay Length (without pantoons) Depth Skansekaien III Open: 24-hour engineering, Pilotage compulsory: kvitsøy pilot Bunkering: 24 hours service Sandvigå 170 m 12 m

I Våge electronics and diving service Tugs available: Capacity from 15 to 35 tons Garbage disposal: yes Strandkaien I 270 m 9 m I Strandkaien n Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1 m maximum Water: 300,000 liters/hour Strandkaien II 190 m 8,5 m Skagenkaien II Anchorage available: åmøyfjorden 30-130 m depth Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Skagenkaien I 150 m 7,5 m II Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: 50 m from pier Skagenkaien II 80 m 7,5 m

N E NW Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: yes ISPS approved: Yes Skagenkaien III 75 m 7,5 m E

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SW Skansekaien 140 m 7,5 m S STAV ANGER 0 250 m SCALE Eidfjord Cruise Port Public information

Events: Norwegian National Day, Music festival, Midsummer night, Children`s Mock Wedding (June) Summer festival, Iron man (August) Tourist Information: On pier • Waterfall: Vøringfosssen, Norway`s most famous waterfall Glacier: Hardangerjøkulen Glacier Cruise Season: April to September Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Guide Service: Every major language Emergency: Hospital Average temperature: (C) May 18, June 20, July 22, August 20, September 17 Cruise/Port/Tourist Information: www.visiteidfjord.no Taxi: Taxi and minibus available Shopping: In city centre 200m from pier Nearest airport: Bergen Airport, 150 km

The fjord and Sima Power Plant Duration: 1,5 hours mountain adventure The power plant is one of the biggest hydroelectric power stations in Europe, 700 m inside the Eidfjord offers a unique natural environment. With large contrasts and small distances you can experience the most mountain in Simadalen. This plant is 2oo m.

18 and best that Norway has to offer. Our visitors can find peace and quiet in the natural environment, long, 20 m. wide, and 40 m. high. The guided 19 in addition to visiting many of our attractions. Eidfjord is the gateway to , the largest high mountain tour includes a film about the construction of plateau in Europe and Norway’s largest national park. Eidfjord opened a new cruise port in 2005 and is now able to the power station as well as a guided tour in handle ships of up to 350+ meters in length. the main hall. Eidfjord Old Church Distance from Eidfjord Port: 10 km Historical hiking trails Duration 0,5-2 hours Fjords - Waterfall - National Park Attractions/excursions Enjoy a walk on pleasant hiking trails, experience Duration: 4 - 4,5 hours It is possible to combine different half day Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord genuine Viking history and a beautiful view. The A roundtrip covering the most visited attractions excursions. There are also various alternatives Duration: 1,5 hours hiking tour starts from the quay. in Eidfjord, starting with Hardangervidda Nature for full day excursions from Eidfjord Cruise Port, Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord is Centre Eidfjord. Continuing by bus through the wild with a combination of attractions from Eidfjord. probably the most modern natural- and cultural Gallery NB and wonderful scenery of Måbødalen. Stopping at historical adventure centre in Norway. Exhibitions The newly built Quality Hotel Vøringfoss host Fossli Hotel where you can experience the famous mainly based on interactivity, untraditional a large permanent exhibition of the well-known waterfall, Vøringfossen. Driving on to one of Norways aquariums and Ivo Caprino supervideograph. local artist (1853 - 1928). The biggest stone-filled dams – Sysendammen, before The nature centre passes on knowledge and gallery also stages various visiting exhibitions. returning to Eidfjord Centrum. experiences of biology, botany, glasiology, Free Entrance archaeology and ornithology. Hardangervidda Lokal traditions, culture and buildings Powerplant in Sima Nature Centre is an unusual experience and Eidfjord - Hardangervidda - Geilo - Duration 0,5 - 2 hours is the best visited manmade attraction in - Eidfjord Experience local traditions, culture and buildings Hardanger. Cafe/restaurant, gift shop and turist Kjeåsen FlatEarth Duration: 4 - 6 hours at your own tempo. information. Largest outdoor Activity Centre in Hardanger! A roundtrip covering the best of the In walking distance from the cruise quay; Distance from Eidfjord Port: 7 km Kjeåsen in Simadalen Paddling instruction for beginners, basic Hardangerfjord and the Hardangervidda • Outdoor sculptures (June - August) Duration: 2 hours climbing, mountain bike hire. We will get you national park, travelling by bus, train and ferry. • Local Handcrafts The famous mountain farm lies like an eagle`s out in the nature. A visit at Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord • Eidfjord New Church, a modern church nest on a mountain ledge 600 m. above the starts you off. Continuing by bus through the built in 1981 Simafjord. “The most inaccessible mountain Troll Train wild and wonderful scenery of Måbødalen, • Eidfjord Old Church, a St James Church farm in Norway” has a spectacular view of Duration approx 1 hour where the biggest waterfall of Norway can be from 1309 Eidfjord. Due to the fact that Kjeåsen still runs The Troll train is stationed close to the tourist seen - Vøringfossen. Crossing over Hardanger- • Farmyards and operates as a farm, the daily life of their office. The train takes you on a 1 hour sightseeing vidda, Europes largest mountain plateau, to • Bike Rental Vøringfossen, Måbødalen unique culture and farming methods can be in the centre of Eidfjord. Nice view of fjord and Geilo. From Geilo you will take the train to Voss, • Stroll along the river experienced. mountain, experience the daily life in Eidfjord bus to , before the ferry crossing the • Viking Burial Place, the biggest collection Vøringfossen Distance from Eidfjord Port: 20 km and a visit in the old stone church. Hardangerfjord back to Eidfjord. in Duration: 2 hours 23-Eidfjord The most famous waterfall in Norway, is an Sysendammen impressive 182 metres high, with a free fall of 145 Duration: 2 hours metres. The most exciting and marvellous view Sysendammen is one of Norway`s biggest Name & contacts Eidfjord Port Authority point you will find at Fossli Hotel, a beautiful stone-filled dams. The total length of the dam old building witch also holds restaurants and is 1.160m., and it consists of 3.6 mill. m3 stone Address: Ostangveien 1, N- 5786 Eidfjord souvenir shops. and moraine fell. Phone: (+47) 53 67 34 00/47 25 01 20 Pilot: channel 16 Charts: Norwegian chart 118 Distance from Eidfjord Port: 25 km Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord Distance from Eidfjord Port: 35 km Fax: (+47) 53 67 34 01 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected]/[email protected] International Access code: 00 Eidfjord Port: channel 16 Internet: www.visiteidfjord.no Port facilities n r d e l s j o Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: No Quay Length Depth Fuel S i m a d a E i d f j o r d e n Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Cruiskaien 120 m* 11 m No Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1 m Water: Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes

35 m Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No EIDFJORD Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: yes ISPS approved: Yes

0 2 km SCALE = anchorage Ulvik Cruise Port Public information

Events: Norwegian Nationa(17 May), Midsummer Night: Children's mock wedding (23 June), Tourist Information: In the village centre Guide Service: Every major language Tax refund: Not available • Average temperature (c):May: 10, June: 14, July: 14,5, August: 15, September: 11, on 24 hour basis Cruise season: April - September. Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: In village centre 100m from pier Nearest airport: Bergen Airport Flesland, 160 km Port Information: www.brakanes-hotel.no Tourist Information: www.visitulvik.com Taxi: Taxi available Emergency: Voss Hospital – 50 km from port Seaplane/helicopter airbase in the village

Mountains and fjords Cultural combinations Osa and the Osa mountains Duration: 4 - 5 hours incl. coach transfer Some of the hikes, walks and strolls can be Duration: 3 - 4 hours - The pearl of Hardanger Leave Ulvik by coach/minibus and drive up the combined with farmvisits, concerts & folklore Leave Ulvik by coach passing through the green winding road to the valley of Espelandsdalen. programs. Please contact Ulvik Tourist Board fields and orchards of Ulvik, including a stop at Hike along the forest road to Soslævatnet, for further details and “tailor made” programs Hjeltnes Gartnarskule (horticultural college) The Ulvik is one of Norway's villages where has been a permanent fixture of daily life for more than 150 years. The a mountain lake surrounded by snowcapped for your guests. journey continues along Osafjorden, a wild and warm summers, the tranquility and lush nature have attracted holidaymakers here for generations. mountains. Continue across Ljonaheiane and narrow branch of the Hardangerfjord, to Osa. Ulvik offers an active holiday, with a number of out-door activities. Folklore performances, farmvisits and excursions by enjoy the impressive view over Ulvik when Hardanger from the air Visit Stream Nest and Hjadlane Gallery before

20 coach and boat are also among the things one can participate in. descending towards the village. Duration: 15 minutes - in the air driving up the winding mountain road to the 21 Ulvik and Hardanger are famous for the fruit blossoming in May, but seasons change and blossoms ripen into fruit. Walking distance: 7 km Sightseeing with helicopter. Experience the fjords, Osa mountains with its moonlike landscape of Whatever the season, Ulvik will give you a holiday to remember. mountains and glaciers from the air, while the cliffs, rocks and snow. Return to Ulvik along the Orchards, pastures and forest pilot explains what you see to you. (Norwegian same route. Duration 3 - 4 hours incl. coach transfer and English) There is no other way to see so much Distance from port: 20 km (Osa mountains) Attractions/excursions Hike through orchards where cherries, pears of the area in such a short time! and apples are grown and into the forestclad Ulvik harbour The small village centre, called Brakanes, invites hillsides of Ulvik. On your way you learn about Voss Ulvik offers a good harbour with good approach for a leisurely stroll. Here you will find everything farming and in the area. Duration: 4 - 5 hours conditions and no restrictions on height or

you need, such as a post office, a bank with an Ha r a ld sen Walking distance: 4 km By coach from Ulvik, driving through orchards depth. The anchoring grounds in Ulvikpollen ATM machine and a tourist office. Ulvik has two The above mentioned hikes can be combined with and forest, passing mountains, fields and and Ulvikfjorden are known to be of the better grocery stores, one of them with a hardware farmvisits, concerts & folklore programs waterfalls, to Voss. Visit Voss Folkmuseum, a in the Hardanger area. Smaller vessels can

section and a small pharmacy. P h oto - W i lly clusterfarm situated at Mølster and the church moor at the quay in Tyssevikje. The landing There are two souvenir shops in the village: Concerts & Folklore programs in Voss, dating back to 1100. Coffeestop can be areas at Tyssevikje and Rica Brakanes Hotel, “Handel og Handverk” with a wide selection of Duration: 0,5 - 1 hours included. Return to Ulvik by coach. both situated in the centre of Ulvik are in good souvenirs and bric-a-brac and “Husflidsnovæ”, Concerts and Folklore programs featuring local Distance from port: 50 km (Voss) condition. The parking ground for coaches is P h oto : T o ur ist a small arts and crafts shop run by local artists musicians, singers and dancers can be booked situated approx. 150 metres from the quaysides. and craftswomen. artist who works with different techniques such Trolls and witches stand around, and these through Ulvik Tourist Board. Across the roof of Norway Refreshments and snacks can be bought at as painting, prints and soft pastel. The gallery Norwegian mythical figures add a further Distance from port: 0,5 km Duration: 8 - 10 hours the hotels and cafes. There are several taxi has various exhibitions throughout the year, dimension to the breath-taking scenery. The Leave Ulvik by coach and drive to Voss where companies if you would like a drive round the often based on a theme, as for instance nature herb- and witchgarden makes an interesting Farmvisits: you board the Oslo - Bergen Railway Line village. or impressions from a journey or an event. study with its 250 different herbs. Duration 1,5 hours for a trip across the roof of Norway to Geilo, Distance from port: 10 km Distance from port: 10 km Farmvisits can be booked at Hakestad Farm and where lunch is serverd. Return by coach across Hjeltnes horticultural college Øydve Farm. During the visit, stories about life Hardangervidda, northern Europe's largest Hjeltnes horticultural college is the oldest one in The Osa mountains Hikes and walks in the area are told, and coffee/tea and cakes are mountain plateau to Eidfjord on the Hardanger- Norway, founded in 1901. The lovely park, which The Osa mountains, app. 1000 - 1250 metres Duration: 1,5-5 hours incl. Coach transfer for served.At Hardanger Saft & Sider Fabrikk you fjord. has a wide range of different trees, bushes and above sealevel, have a moonlike landscape of some of them are allowed to taste cider and applejuice, whilst NB. For this excursion the ship must also call at flowers, offers good opportunities for a stroll. cliffs, rocks and snow. View towards Norway's Ulvik offers a wide range of guided hikes, walks your host gives you an introduction to how the the port of Eidfjord - either in the morning or in Distance from port: 4 km 5th largest glacier, Hardangerjøkulen, from the and strolls, ranging from easy guided strolls applejuice and the cider are made. the afternoon. mountain lake . Reachable by road in and around the village centre to longer and Distance from port: 2-4 km Distance from port: 90 km (Geilo - Eidfjord) The Ulvik Church from Osa. (Tollroad - open mid May to mid more strengious hikes and walks in the hillsides The Ulvik Church is the third in line of churches September). surronding Ulvik. in Ulvik, and was consecrated in 1859. The Distance from port: 20 km Walking distance 1,5 – 7 km interior was decorated with rosepainting in 1923 by the painter . Service every Stream Nest Village Stroll second Sunday. Stream Nest - The Olympic Sculpture - was Duration: 1 - 1,5 hours Name & contacts Ulvik Port Authority 11-Ulvik Distance from port: 0,2 km reerected in Osa after the Winter Olympics 1994 Easy guided walk where you learn a little about by the Japanese artist Takamasu Kuniyasu. The the history of Ulvik and what it is like living here. Address: P.O.Box 100 N-5731 Ulvik, Norway Pilot: Kvitsøy:(+47) 51 73 53 97/ (+47) 56 16 45 50 Charts: Norwegian chart 117 and 118 Hjadlane Gallery music flowing from the sculpture is composed Includes a visit in the local church. Phone: (+47) 56 51 61 05 Fax: (+47) 56 52 64 10 Emergency: 113 (ambulance) /56 52 70 40 (local surgery) E-mail: [email protected] Hjadlane Gallery is run by Lars G. Polden, an and performed on a solo tuba by Geir Løvold. Walking distance: 1,5 km International Access code: 00 Ulvik Port: 56 52 61 05 Internet: www.brakanes-hotel.no

ULVIK c e n t r e U l v i k - Port facilities p o l l e n 25 m Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: No Coastal steamer Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: No Garbage disposal: No Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 0,50 m Water: No Tyssevikje 25 m 9 m No

H j e l t n e s Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: No

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SE SW S = anchorage Bergen Cruise Port Public information Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Emergency: Bergen Casuality Unit, Bergen Legevakt Cruising Season: May-September. Average temperature (C): May: 18, June: 20, July: 22, August: 20, September: 17 Tourist Information: About 500 m from Guide Service: More than 20 language - certified guides 24 hr. service (+47) 5532 1120 • Useful links: www.bergenhavn.no/ www.visitbergen.no / www.cruisedestinationbergen.com the quayside. Maps available on pier Shopping: Several shopping centers Tax refund: Onboard Bus: Modern sightseeing buses within walking distance Nearest airport: Bergen Aiport, Flesland,16 km

Fantoft Stave Church Mount Fløyen Explore the Port of Bergen - The Gateway Duration: 2 hours Duration: 2 hours + The Western Norway Emigration Center The old stave church at Fantoft, originally built An 6 - 7 minutes exciting funicular ride to the top of Duration: Whole day on the countryside by the Sognefjord in 1150 and the Mount Fløyen (320 m). The Western Norway Emigration Center (Vestnorsk to the Fjords of Norway moved to Fantoft in 1883, burnt down in June 1992, Take a look at the magnificent view of Bergen and Utvandringssenter) includes the emigrant church, has now been rebuilt to its original splendour. the suburbs. Ideal for mountain walks. Brampton Lutheran Church, brought over from The city of Bergen was founded on an old Viking settlement in the year 1070. The city has a proud history and many Distance from Bergen Port: 7 km Distance from Bergen Port: 500 m North Dakota in the USA and an emigration

22 interesting cultural monuments. Today Bergen has about 230,000 inhabitants. The city is famous for its exciting mixture of archive for and . 23 old and new architecture. Bergen has a good infrastructure that combines a range of international facilities with a pleasant, ART GALLERY STREET - GREAT MUSIC 4 commemorative stone have been erected in small-town environment. Bergen has a number of natural advantages that have helped the port to develop into one of Bergen, a European Cultural City Troldhaugen connection with North American history and the Europe’s busiest and most important commercial and trading centres. Duration: 2 hours Duration: 2 hours Norwegian contribution during World War II. One Bergen has several valuable and impressive art Built in 1885, “Troldhaugen” was the home of the stone shows the connection to the Western Isles of Bergen is a very popular cruise destination and the leading cruise port in Norway, and is regarded as one of the most collections, housed in a string of galleries facing Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, world famous Viking times. Several houses from pioneer times important centres for the cruise business in Europe. Bergen has each year more than 200 cruise ship calls with more than the central Lille Lungegårdsvann lake. The galleries for his Piano Concerts and Norwegian folk music. have also been brought home and rebuilt. A 215,000 passengers . display international paintings and art treasures He lived here for 22 year and composed many of his town hall, prison and doctor’s surgery opened in ranging from the classical periods, like Rasmus best know works in the little garden hut. The garden summer 2002. Attractions/excursions Meyers collections including many paintings by now includes a modern concert hall as well. Distance from Bergen Port: 50 km Edvard Munch, to contemporary times. Distance from Bergen Port: 8 km excavation of Bryggen between 1955 and 1872. Take Wooden houses - Old Bergen Distance from Bergen Port: 1 km Golf Course a look at the foundations of the of the archeological Duration: 2 hours Siljustøl Duration: Whole day buildings from the the 12th century. This is an open-air museum of characteristic ENJOYMENT - BERGEN Duration: 2 hours Cruise passangers visiting Bergen can now enjoy an Distance from Bergen Port: 300 m 18th and 19th century wooden houses. Placed on Bergen Aquarium Home of the most important Norwegian composer 18-hole Champion course in beautiful surroundings. Be r gen / Pette S o lh eim squares, streets and narrow alleys, you will find Duration: 2 hours of the 20th century, Harald Sæverud. He built Meland Golf, with outstanding practice facilities, o f Haakon’s Hall - Rosenkrantz Tower a bakery, a dentist, a photographer, a jeweller, a One of Europe’s largest collection of fish and his very unusual house in 1939, made of wood aims to be one of the most attractive courses in Po r t Duration: 1 - 2 hours shopkeeper, a tailor etc. invertebrates from the North Sea, as well as tropical and natural stone, including elements from old Europe. The new golf course paradise has its own

PH OTO: Visit all attractions at bryggen Haakon’s Hall was built during the reign of King Distance from Bergen Port: 3 km sea- and fresh-water sections. Out-door and in- Norwegian building traditions. quay and can easily be reached by tender from Bryggen - The World Heritage Site Haakon Haakonsson between 1247 and 1261. It door pools where you can watch up-close the antics Distance from Bergen Port: 7 km Bergen. Duration: 2 - 4 hours was the largest and most imposing building of the Fish Market of seals and penguins. Super video graph film on Distance from Bergen Port: 36 km The very first buildings in Bergen were alongside royal residency in the 13th century when Bergen Duration: 1 hour five screens of the aquarium. Lysøen Island, and Ole Bull’s villa the harbour called Bryggen, dated back to the was the political centre of Norway. Today used as Bergen’s famous outdoor Fish Market, offering a Distance from Bergen Port: 1 km Duration 4 hours Pe r N YBØ 11th century. This Hanseatic Wharf, a maze of Royal ceremonial hall, and located in the centre large variety of seafood specialities like salmon, The beautiful and extraordinary villa on Lysøen

wooden buildings, attracts visitors from all over the of Bergen. cod, turbot, herring, crabs, , shrimps etc. Mount Ulriken (the Island of Light) was built as a summer Boa rd/ world and acts as a landmark of the city centre. Rosenkrantz Tower was built in the 1560s by Enjoy the hustle, the bustle of the picturesque Duration: 2 hours + residence for the Norwegian violin virtuoso Ole Bryggen is perhaps the most familiar image in all the governor of Bergen Castle, (Bergenhus) Erik and lively Fish Market, which also sells fruits and Enjoy Bergen’s best view at the highest of “the 7 Bull in 1873. Ole Bull’s charismatic personality of Norway. Bryggen is now on UNESCO’s World Rosenkrantz, and served as a combined residence flowers, handicrafts and souvenirs. mountains” that surround Bergen. See the fantastic and musical excellence had a great influence on Be r gen T o ur ist Heritage List and the city of Bergen is a designated and fortified tower. Distance from Bergen Port: 500 m view of the city, fjords, islands and coast (642 m). contemporary artists.

World Heritage City. Bryggen is this year rated as Distance from Bergen Port: 200 m Distance from Bergen Port: 4 km Distance from Bergen Port: 25 km PH OTO: one of the 120 most visited World Heritage site in the magazin National Geographic Traveller. Hanseatic Museum/Schøttstuene Distance for Bergen Port: 300 m Duration : 2 hours One of the oldest and best preserved wooden Bryggens Museum buildings in Bergen, furnished in the style of the Duration: 1 hours 1700’s to give an intimate picture of the life of the Name & contacts Bryggens Museum, in a beautiful modern building Hanseatic merchants. is based on the findings of the archeologically Distance from Bergen Port: 500 m Address: Nøstegaten 30, 5010 Bergen Pilot: channel 13,16 Charts: 21, 23, 460 01-Bergen havn Phone: (+47) 55 56 89 50 Fax: (+47) 55 56 89 86 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Bergen Port: channel 12 Internet: www.bergenhavn.no

Bontelabo Skoltegrunnskaien

Festningskaien Tollbodkaien Port facilities

V å Quay Length Depth Fuel g e n Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Skoltegrunnskaien 664 m 9,2-7 m Available from Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: yes Garbage disposal: yes Bontelabo 331 m 9,2-7,2 m barge on request P u d d e f j o r d e n BERGEN Air draught: Max airdraft main lane 63 m Tidal movement/range: 0,8m Water: Yes Festningskaien 379 m 6-5 m Hurtigrutekaien Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Dokkeskjœrskaien 675 m 10-5,7 m Jektevikterminalen Shuttle service: yes Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Jekteviken 845 m 12,2-8,7 m

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Events: Cheese festival (May-June), Øyri: a preserved small village within the center of Vik, Churches from the the middle ages, Viking burial • mounds, Christmas workshop, Fjord silver workshop, Gamalost, a traditional cheese product and cheese restaurant, Motor museum, Bus: 30 coaches Guide Service: English, German, French Emergency: Voss Hospital, 70 km Borgstova (restored servant`s quarters from 18th century), Farm visits, The Fridtjov statue at Cruise Season: May to September Taxi: 5 taxies available Shopping: In village centre 200m from pier Nearest airport: Airport, 56 km

- The Entrance to The Sognefjord, now on the World Heritage list. Sightseeing Vik Area Vik is situated at the south of Sognefjorden, the “King of the fjords”, 200 km from west to east, the longest fjord in the Duration: 3 hours by bus

24 world. Cruiseships has been visiting Vik for many years and Vik is a well known starting point for excursions by road Vik - - Storesvingen 25 over the Vik mountains to Voss. Then further on, either by railway or by bus to Flåm. Vik has many attractive excursions view point - Hove Stone Church - Fritjov statue to offer the visitor. It is possibile to experience the rich culture and unforgetable impressions of the dramatic nature in at Vangsnes. Arnafjord and Finnafjord. Walking the cultural village Attractions/excursions Duration: 3 hours by foot Walking tour to the Churches and Vik - across the mountain - Voss - Hove Church The Fridtjov - monument Gravemounds - Øyri, the shore settlement, Flåm Duration: 2 hours Duration: 1 hour Borgstova - Gamalost dairy, Kristianhus motor Duration: 8 hours Hove Church is the oldest stone building in At Vangsnes the Fridtjov - monument rises 28 m museum, Christmas workshop and art gallery - Travel by bus across the beautiful Vikafjell moun- Sogn and dates from the end of the twelfth cen- above the ground. Emperor Wilhelm the 2nd Fjord silver workshop etc. tain to Voss. Continue to Flåm by bus, or by train tury. The Church has a tower in front of the west- raised the monument in 1913 as a token of his and the Flåm railway. gable wall, and a chancel in connection with the gratitude for the hospitality he had received Fjord Cruise Can be combined by express boat on return from nave with a semi-circle formed apsis. The brick- from the Norwegian people he had met during Duration: 3 hours by boat Flåm to Vik work in the apsis is of extremely high standard, his yearly summer holidays in the Norwegian Fjord Cruise to Finnebotn, a fantastic fjord arm built with a steatite (soap-stone) with each block fjord country. reaching into a road-free hamlet. We can also Vik - across the mountain - formed as a curve and fitting together so perfect make a stop at Finden farm to taste their Voss - Ulvik - Flåm/Gudvangen that mortar was not necesarry. The Church at goat cheese and see the traditional methods Duration: 9 hours

Hove lacks the imaginative decor seen in the of goat-cheese makin. One would think it was Bus across the mountain to Voss and Ulvik, before Ho p stoc k h ote ll.

Hopperstad Stave Church (1150) - the second old- Stave Church exterior, but has a more monu- impossible to practise farming in such a remote going to Gudvangen and Nærøyfjord or Flåm. Øyri, a small village with cottages and narrow an d est Stave Church in the country mental character, despite its small size. spot, but it is a thriving and successful farm. Can be combined by express boat on return to Vik passages in the center of Vik

Distance from Vik Port: 2 km Lo f tesnes

Hopperstad Stave Church Arnafjord Vik - - Fjærland Finn , Duration: 2 hours Duration: 2 - 3 hours by bus and boat Duration 7 hours K v ist Hopperstad Stave Church was built around 1130. Experience the rich culture and unforgetable Travel by bus and ferry to Balestrand - art and The church has been altered and extended over impressions of the dramatic nature of Arnafjord. culture, and Fjærland - glaciers, The Norwegian the years, but the original building is still more Possible with combination to Finden and Glacier Museum and The Norwegian Booktown.

or less intact. When the new church in Vik was Finnebotn. Return to Vik by the expressboat. Be r g u m , I ngo lf

built in 1875 it was decided that the old church Lei f at Hopperstad, which was at that time in very We shall need notification beforehand for many of All full day excursions starts from the tender- poor condition, should be torn down. However, the local activities. landing point. PH OTOS: thanks to the effort of the architect Peter Blix, The Flåm railway. One of the great tourist it was saved. He was also responsible for its attractions in the Sognefjord region later restoration to its former glory. With a firm hand on the tiller, he decided that all the extensions and changes would be removed The statue of Fridtjov at Vangsnes, a viking warrior. Name & contacts Vik Port Authority 16-Vik i Sogn so the Hopperstad Stave Church could be -The statue, 28 meters high, rising up looking over seen as it was in the Middle Ages. the Sognefjord, the statue a gift from the German Address: N-6891 Vik Sogn Pilot: Charts: Distance from Vik Port: 2 km Hove Stone Church (1180) emperor, Wilhelm the 2nd in 1913 Phone: (+47) 57 69 82 00 Fax: (+47) 57 69 82 01 Emergency: E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: Vik Port: Internet:

S o g n e f j o r d e n Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: Bunkering: Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: Tugs available: No Garbage disposal: Air draught: Tidal movement/range: 80 cm Water: Anchorage available: Ship stay minimum: Provisions: Shuttle service: Ship stay maximum: Banking at terminal:

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SE SW S 0 500 m VIK SCALE c e n t r e = anchorage Flåm Cruise Port Public information Emergency: Casualty Staion Events: Hike on the Kings Road (May), Aareleiken Rowingrace (June), Aurland Market (July), Hike (July), Flåmsdalen Hike (August) Tourist Information: 200m from pier Guide Service: English, German, French, Spanish. 10 km, Lærdal Hospital 41 km • Cruise Season: From May - September Average temperature (C): May 15, June 18, July 20, August 20, September 15 Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Other languages on request. Tax refund: Not available Useful links: Cruise Information: www.flaam-cruise.com Port Information: www.flaam-cruise.com Tourist Information: www.alr.no Taxi: 3 taxies available Shopping: In village centre 200m from pier Nearest airport: Sogndal Airport 68 km - The ultimate

cruise destination R O LF M. S ØR ENSEN Flåm Cruise Port is one of four harbours who welcome ships to Aurland Harbour Authority. Flåm with its 400 inhabitants PH OTO: is nestling securely in the innermost part of the famous Sognefjord, and with its good communications you can reach Flåm

26 by car, train, boat or by bus. Large cruiseships squeezing through narrow fjord arms surrounded by snow-capped peaks and 27 waterfalls cascading down the mountainside are a beautiful but usual sight. The Sognefjord with its many fjord arms has been a highlight and main attraction for cruise tourists along the Norwegian coast for many decades. The Næryfjord is the most spectacular fjord arm of the Sognefjord and is listed on UNESCOs World Heritage List.

Attractions/excursions

The Flåm Railway A Goatcheese experience view of the . Ideal to stop at Duration: 2 hours Duration: 2 hours one of the mountain lodges for traditional The Flåm Railway is one of the most famous and A unique opportunity to visit the production Norwegian cuisine. spectacular train journeys in the world, with beauti- room of maturing goatcheese. is one Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: 40 - 50 km ful mountain scenery, magnificent waterfalls, fertile of few places in Norway where they still produce (Driving time 50 - 60 minutes) heritage landscape and historical traditions. The goatcheese in the old fashion way. Flåm Railway is a masterpiece of engineering. Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: 12 km Otternes Farmyard Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: 200 m to (Driving time 20 minutes) Duration: 2 hours train departure Beautiful farmyard from the sixteenth century Aurlandsdalen with 27 buildings is a cluster, each house with The Flåm Railway Documentation Centre Duration: 3 hours its own function and history. The old cultural The Aurlandsfjord Duration: 1 hour The well-known and historical valley was once landscape, with hills, wells, stairs and stone- The Documentation centre gives you an insight in one of the main routes between the eastern structure are intact. Stalheim - Voss Lærdal Fjord Experience building the Flåm Railway, the technical develop- and western parts of Norway. Bus journey Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: 5 km Duration: 4 hours Duration: 4 - 5 hours Bookingoffice of activities, excursions and ment and the life in Flåm. You will find an authentic winding up the steep mountainside, fantastic (Driving time 5 minutes) The exciting road to Stalheim is North Europe's In Lærdal you can visit the Norwegian Wild Salmon experiences you would like to include during EL-9 locomotive, an old electric range locomotive, steepest road built in 1835 with 13 hairpin curves Centre with salmon observatory, exhibitions, film and your stay in the area. Experience kayaking, bike exciting exhibitions and a trainshop. Free entrance. passing Stalheim- and Sivlefossen waterfall. Stop at fly-tying workshop. Take a walk in the old village centre adventures, guided walks, local cuisine served in Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: 200 m Stalheim Hotel where you will have an impressive with 160 well preserved houses. Visit art gallery, tele- traditional surroundings, fjordsafari in RIB boat Ra kk e view of the valley. On your journey towards Voss you communications museum, postal museum etc. etc. www.fjordexperience.com will experience lakes, waterfalls and small villages. Distance from Flåm to attraction: Across the Distance from Flåm Port to booking office: 200 m Distance from Flåm Port to attraction: Bus stop mountain 60 km (Driving time 1 - 1 1/2 hours) PH OTO: M o r ten 200 m. Arrival at Stalheim Hotel after 25 min. Through the worlds longest tunnel 38 km

R O LF M. S ØR ENSEN and Voss 1 hour (Driving time 35 minutes) PH OTO:

Name & contacts Flåm Port Authority 07-Flåm

Address: P.O. Box 80 N-5742 Flåm Pilot: Fedje, N60°525'E4°36' Charts: Phone: (+47) 57 63 14 02 Fax: (+47) 57 63 23 50 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] Otternes with a grand view of the fjord The Flåm Railway International Access code: 00 Flåm Port: channel 12 Internet: www.flaam-cruise.com

Aurlandsfjorde n Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: No Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: No Garbage disposal: yes Quay 1 110 m* 12 m No Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,5 m Water: Yes Quay 2 145 m** 7 m No Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes * Ship of all sizes can berth. ** Ship up to 145 m can berth Quay 1 Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: 200 m from pier Quay 2 NE NW

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F LÅM S S centre 0 500 m = anchorage SCALE Florø Cruise Port Public information Events: The World`s longest herring table, Kinnaspelet – spectacular outdoor theatre, The Coast Festival (June) Førdefestivalen – Folk • Music Festival, FootballFlora – Liverpool Legends (July) Cruise Season: April-September Average temperature(C): May 18, June 20, July 22 Tourist Information: At the pier and Taxi: Taxies available Emergency: Florø Hospital (+47) 57 75 10 00 August 20, September 18 Cruise Information: www.vestkysten.no Port Information: www.flora.kommune.no 300 m from pier Guide Service: Every major language Tax refund: Not available Tourist Information: www.vestkysten.no/www..no Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: In city centre 200m from pier Nearest airport: Florø Airport, 3 km From the glacier to the coast

This is the headline that best describes these outer parts of western Norway: Rushing rivers, majestic mountain summits, quiet lakes, impressive glaciers and waterfalls, Kalvåg – Rugsund - Kalvåg beautiful fjords, a multitude of large and small islands – all you could wish for within a Duration: 4 hours radius of an hour or two. And the truly unique industrial, cultural and historical heritage Kalvåg is the best preserved in is preserved and developed by a proud and passionate people! western Norway. We drop by Skatestraumen

28 which was first settled 7500 years ago. Further 29 on you will see Hornelen, which is Northern Attractions/Excursions Huldefossen – waterfalls in Fosseheimen. Europe's tallest sea cliff. Uniquely decorated old churches, old salting houses in which they salted herring in the old days and an Art Track The economic basis for the region is strongly visit to the Coastal Museum. We also offer chance to row a Viking ship! The whole experience are also on the menu. In addition you can visit linked to shipbuilding, “the silver of the technical visits to one or more of the major is set in stunning nature with mountains and Rugsund Handelsstad which is a preserved trad- seas” - fishing and farmed salmon - and “the industries in Florø (oil supply base, shipyard, waterfalls, in a fjord landscape much as it was ing post dating back to the 17th century. black gold” – major Norwegian oil explora- fishing industry). This is an exciting tour that back in the Viking age. Includes a guided tour of tion sites are located in the North Sea just gives you fun and knowledge! The bus trip to Helle knife factory. Svanøy – fertile history! west of Florø. We are proud to learn that we the “town hill” Brandsøyåsen is nothing but Duration: 3-4 hours produce values which are 5 times as high as spectacular. Amazing view in all directions; fjord Bulandet – Venice of the north Svanøy is the southernmost and most fertile the national average. and snow in the east, mountains in the north, Duration: 6,5 hours island in the region. Eirik Blodøks (Bloodaxe) historical islands in the south and Florø and Bulandet and Værlandet are the western most has secured Svanøy a strong Viking history! Sightseeing in Florø the stunning coastline with its various islands inhabited island communities in Norway. Their Svanøy Hovedgård is a wonderful manor from 11,000 people live in Florø. The charming small- in the west. unusual crags combined with marshland and the 17th century. We also organize popular trips town atmosphere with its narrow and pleasant lakes are indeed unique. The stone processing to the Norwegian Deer Centre where you can high street has twice been voted Norway’s Fosseheimen – home of the waterfalls industry on the island finds its markets in high learn about the breeding and farming of red deer most pleasant town to live in. The towncentre is Duration: 8 hours fashion Italian houses. Bulandet has 365 islands and roe deer. within walking distance of the cruiseport – meet Florø is the port to over 40 different waterfalls. and is referred to as “Venice of the North”. Here the locals on your own! Fosseheimen is a splendid nature path which you find a museum with an exhibition about – the island legend follows the main branch of the water- daily life and the life of fishermen through the Duration: 3 hours course. You can study the waterfalls and wander ages. Sørværet nature reserve is an important Directly west of Florø lies the green, grass cov- on paths and wooden bridges along the river, site for bird life and marshland and has a tre- ered island of Kinn. The legendary Kinn Church in forest terrain, through luxuriant vegetation, mendous flora and fauna. is built in romanesque style, and has been in use teeming with local flora and fauna and also close since the 12th century. The overwhelming cleft to cultivated landscape. Hestad Chapel has an of Kinn is the nearest neighbour. The church is interior from the stave church of the 11th cen- steeped in the legend of St. Sunniva, but today tury. Fosseheimen is wild and wonderful. it is believed that the church was built by Celts hiding from religious persecution. Viking saga - The Kinn Church and Kinnaspelet Duration: 6,5 hours Learn about the Viking saga in stunning 22-Florø Astruptunet – home of the famous painter Dalsfjord. This is an exciting journey 1,000 years Nikolai Astrup. back in time, still seen in cultural monuments. We follow in the footsteps of Ingolf Arnarson, Name & contacts Florø Port Authority Florø tour guide the first norwegian settler on . You`ll Duration: 2-3 hours get to taste traditional food and learn about Address: P.O. Box 17 , N-6901 Florø Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Admiralty chart no 3037 Norw. No 479 A historical walk in our town combined with a old shipbuilding traditions. You`ll even get the Bulandet – The Venice of the North. Phone: (+47) 57 75 67 40 Fax: (+47) 57 74 09 16 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Florø Port: channel 12 Internet: www.flora.kommune.no

Port facilities

Fugleskjærskaia Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Diesel only No Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered 24 hrs in advance Garbage disposal: yes Fugleskjerskaien west 140 m 11-16 m Diesel F LORØ city centre Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,5 m Water: Yes Fugleskjerskaien middle 140 m 10.5 m No Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Fugleskjerskaien east 185 m 6-10 m No Shuttle service: Can be arranged Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes

0 1 km SCALE Cruise Destination Olden - Nordfjord Public information Events: Olden Days (July), Summerfestival (June - August), Stryn Summer Ski Centre (during the summer), Måløy Days (June), Nordic Cultural Festival (June), Nordfjordeid (June), Tall Ships Race, Måløy (August 2008), Nordfjord Walking Festival (August) Glaciers: Yes Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: Every major language- 60 local guides • Average temperature (C): May: 15, June: 19, July: 20, August: 20, September: 15 Bus: 80 modern sightseeing coaches Shopping: On pier and in city centre 700m from pier Tax refund: At the pier Cruise Information: www.nordfjord.no Port Information: www.nordfjord.no Tourist Information: www.nordfjord.no Taxi: Taxi and limousine available Emergency: Nordfjord Hospital, Nordfjordeid Nearest airport: Sandane Airport, 70km

Gateway to the glaciers J . Tv eit

Peaceful Olden lies at the end of the southernmost of the three short branches at the inner end of the Nordfjord. From PH OTO: O. there the lovely valley, , strikes due south for some 20 kilometres between slopes rising sharply to more than 1700 m. to the edge of the Glacier. Olden is the key to a journey up to the frozen cascade of the million years old Briksdal Glacier, which is the best-known of the 's many icy arms. The turbulent river, which

30 feeds the beautiful Olden Lake, forms magnificent falls that you can see on your ride up to the stunning glacier. Cruise 31 Destination Olden - Nordfjord is a part of Port of Nordfjord which also consists of Måløy, , Nordfjordeid and Sandane. All welcoming cruisearrivals and offering exciting excursions.

Attractions/excursions by boat on the ice-green, glassy Loen Lake and regional centre Nordfjordeid and Northern the wild Kjendalen. The tour through Lodalen is Europe's deepest lake . a great experience of nature. Kjendal Glacier is Fjærland one of the largest arms of Jostedal Glacier. J . Tv eit Duration: 7 - 8 hours The tour goes through rural farming districts

PH OTO: O. Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre to the small village of Fjærland on Sognefjord. - Tystigen - Videseter Experience Bøya Glacier and the Norwegian Duration: 3 - 5 hours Glacier Museum. On the way back we will have Lake Loenvatn Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre is located a stop at Utvik Mountain and see the beautiful in beautiful surroundings on the banks of Lake view over Nordfjord. Stryn, and provides in-depth information about Glacier Walking on Bødal Glacier Farm visit experience of nature with changes from wind- the glacier in the form of film and various exhi- Nordfjord Panorama Duration: 5-6 hours Duration 3 - 4 hours blown rocks and shiny slopes to high mountains bitions. At Tystigen you will find Stryn Summer Duration: 5 hours Explore the intense blue ice at close hand. All A tour up the scenic Olden Valley to the and green valleys. Skiing Centre. The panoramaroute goes along the north side necessary equipment is included. Aabrekk farm, where you can see animals and of Nordfjord at varying heights over the fjord, learn more about the farm and the production Round the island of Vågsøy Skiing at Stryn Summer Skiing Centre and offers unique and stunning views of the Briksdal Glacier Safari of local food. A minibuffet of local servings will Duration: 4 hours Duration: 8 hours mountains, fjord and lovely rural districts. A Duration: 6 hours be offered. Half-day tour with the highlights of the charming Norway´s best summer skiing centre is located combination with a very interesting hike along a Adventure padling in raftingboats in green island Vågsøy. The Kråkenes lighthouse, the rock on Strynefjellet on the glacier plateau. This tour cultural footpath can be offered. glacial water in front of the Briksdal Glacier. Outer Nordfjord formation Kannesteinen and the reatured trad- Briksdal Glacier gives you the opportunity to try these great Guide and equipment included. Full day tour (the passengers disembark in i.e. ing post Vågsberget. slopes. Måløy, while the ship sails on to Olden) Experience the Briksdal Glacier J . Tv eit Boat trip Olden Lake From calls on Outer Nordfjord excursions West Cape Duration: 4 - 5 hours Geiranger Duration: 3 hours can be made to the monastery at Selje, West Duration: 5 hours

Departure by bus from the quay through the Duration: 8 - 9 hours PH OTO: O. Enjoy a relaxing boattrip between the majestic Cape, Kråkenes Lighthouse or the island Half-day tour to the famous along the peninsula beautiful Oldedalen with its majestetic moun- This tour gives a unique picture and a cross-sec- mountains rising high over the deep green Olden Silda (car-free and idyllic). The overland tour to West Cape. Stop in the historical coastal tains and the clear, green lake. From Briksdalsbre tion of the best Norwegian nature has to offer, Lake onboard the comfortable MB Olden. from Outer to Inner Nordfjord is a fantastic village of Selje. Fjellstove the passengers go by foot to the gla- in short breath-taking variety and multiplic- cier or go by ”troll car” (open car). The glacier is ity. Experience Northern Europe´s deepest lake quite a sight as it sprawls down the mountain Hornindalsvatnet, the famous Geirangerfjord sides in all its splendour. and the view from Flydalsjuvet and Dalsnibba. Name & contacts Nordfjord Port Authority

Loen Valley - Kjendal Glacier Sandane - Nordfjordeid Address: Torgkaia, N-6700 Måløy Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart 253 Duration: 4 hours Duration: 6 - 7 hours Phone: (+47) 57 85 26 20 Fax: (+47) 57 85 26 21 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] On this tour we will see the beautiful Lodalen Visit Nordfjord Folk Museum in Sandane, the International Access code: 00 Nordfjord Port: channel 12 Internet: Olden

Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: If ordered in advance Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered 48 in hours advance Garbage disposal: Yes Quay Length Depth Fuel Fresh Water Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,5 m Water: Yes Olden 121 m 12 m On request Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: Limited, 700 m from pier Dock extension is being planed. We expect to Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes double the capacity in Olden by the summer of 2009 Geirangerfjord Cruise Port Geiranger/Hellesylt/Øye Public information Emergency: Medical Emergency 113, • Events: Geiranger Maraton 0-1500 m (June), Stryn Summer Ski Centre (during the summer), Stryn Summerfestival (June - August), Hellesylt Tourist Information: 100 m Guide Service: English, German, French, nearest hospital in Ålesund 105 km Summerfestival (July), Cruise Season: From May to September Average temperature: (C) May 15, June 19, July 20, August 20, September 15 Bus: 80 coaches Italian, Spanish, Russian Tax refund: On pier Cruise Information: www.visitgeirangerfjorden.com Port Information: www.stranda.kommune.no Tourist Information: www.visitgeirangerfjorden.com Taxi: Taxies available Shopping: In village within short walking distance Nearest airport: Ålesund Airport 120 km Untamed Norwegian nature – World Heritage Natural Site

Geirangerfjord – rated as the best cared for Unesco World Heritage Site by National Geographic Traveler november Geiranger - Dalsnibba (1500 m.a.s.l) From the café there is 45 minutes walk to All excursions can be combined with Geiranger 2006. Quote: "To float into the Geirangerfjord is an astonishingly complete natural experience—steep, lush and rocky - Eagle bend Storseterfossen were you are able to walk behind Fjord Centre, an interactive and educational

32 canyon walls, endless waterfalls, a snow-capped backdrop and inconceivably deep, emerald green water. There are a Duration: 3 - 4 hours the waterfall. Remember suitable footwear. fjord centre (1500 sq.m.). Visitors will be able 33 wealth of farms, now largely abandoned (Skagefla, Knivsfla and Blomberg) along Geirangerfjord’s banks, one of which is A must on any visit to Geiranger. The view, the to interact with exhibitions around the theme only accessed by climbing a flimsy rope ladder which spans hundreds of meters from the water, along the cliff face, to great height and the contrasts in nature, are Fjord Safari – Geirangerfjord of the Geirangerfjord, nature, culture and the farm plateau." The scenery is the main attraction of the area, and can best be seen on an excursion: fantastic. You can even find snow here at the Duration: 1,5 – 3 hours history. Spectale multimedia show, giftshop and height of summer. Experience the magnificent Geirangerfjord at art gallery. close range. The Geirangerfjord Safari takes you Geiranger - Herdal Mountain Farm on an unforgettable expedition with secure and Attractions/excursions Duration: 4,5 hours rigid inflatable boats into the unique fjord land- We drive the exiting Eagle Road with its 11 bends scape. You can experience the famous waterfalls, L O F TESENES Overland Excursion Øye/Hellesylt - and continue to Herdalssæter summer farm nature, wildlife, local history and culture. F INN Stryn - Geiranger with its 450 goats. Guided tours and you can PH OTO: Duration: 6 - 9 hours enjoy samples of the various food production From Sky to Fjord - downhill mountain This overland tour embraces some of the most on the farm. biking superb and varied scenery in Norway, encom- Duration 3,5 - 5 hours passing as it does magnificent fjords, snow Geiranger - Dalsnibba - Grotli - Stryn This new excursion includes the highlights of capped mountains, ice-blue lakes, plunging Mountain Road Geiranger; Mount Dalsnibba and Flydal Gorge, waterfalls, beautiful, unspoiled valleys, and awe- Duration: 5 - 7 hours as well as the 17 km long fascinating downhill inspiring panoramic views - in short a unique Driving the same route as to Dalsnibba. From tour from Djupvasshytta to Geiranger on your picture and cross section of the best Norway lake Djupvatn we continue to the old Strynefjellet own mountain bike. can offer. Moutain road, which was built in 1894. You experience a great variation of scenery. Short Geiranger - Eagle Road - Valldal The Overland Excursion Øye/Hellesylt - stop at Stryn Summer Ski Centre. Wilderness Camp Geiranger can be combined with other Duration: 6 hours destinations/ attractions as follows: Geiranger - Westerås - Driving up the Eagle Road before taking the Storsæterfossen ferry to Valldal and Valldal Wilderness Camp. Hike over Flo Mountain Duration: 4 - 5 hours Go rafting on one of Norways best rafting Duration: 7 - 9 hours Walking tour and local history. Visit an old sum rivers or try secure climbing and a lot of other A two hours’ walk over Flo Mountain - natural merfarm, with a spectacular view of Geiranger activities in the wildernesscamp. Rafting season history with Norwegian geology, flora and fauna. 250 meters below. Enjoy Norwegian specialisties. is from May to mid-August. A scenic experience with a beautiful view.

Skiing activities at Stryn Summer Ski Boat trip at Loen Lake and visit to Centre Visit to the famous Briksdal Glacier Kjendal Glacier Duration: 8 - 9 hours Duration: 9 hours Duration: 9 hours Along the fascinating Old Strynefjell mountain The Briksdal Glacier is quite a sight as it sprawls Rugged and wild - a great experience of nature. road (built 1894) we find Stryn Summer Ski down the mountain side in all its splendour, The largest arm of Jostedal Glacier, Kjenndal Name & contacts Port Authority 12-Geiranger Centre, Norway’s best summer skiing complex beautifully situated between cascading waterfalls Glacier, combined with a boat tour on the ice- - open from May - Sept. and high mountaintops. green, glassy Loen Lake. Address: Stranda hamnevesen KF N-6216 Geiranger Pilot: channel 13/16 Charts: Norwegian chart no. 127 Phone: (+47) 70 26 30 07 Fax: (+47) 70 26 31 41 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Geiranger Port: channel 13/16 Internet: www.strandakommune.no

Geirangerfjord e n Port facilities

Open: 24 hrs Pilotage compulsory: ålesund Pilot Station Bunkering: No Pantoons Number Length Capacity

Anchorage area Air draught: None Tugs available: Can be hired 48 hrs upon arrival Garbage disposal: No Geiranger 3 15 m 6 tenders deep 45 – 60 m Anchorage available: yes, depth 45-60 m Tidal movement/range: 1,5 m - 2,0 m Water: No Hellesylt 2 15-20 m 5 tenders Shuttle service: No Ship stay minimum: 5 hours Provisions: No Øye 1 10 m 2 tenders Ship tenders allowed: yes Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Tender NE NW quay

E Mooring/unmooring: Can be ordered 24 hrs upon arrival Passengers terminal: pantoons ISPS approved: Yes New cruise piers are being planned at Hellesylt and Stranda! W SE

SW GEIRANGER S c e n t r e Ålesund Cruise Port Public information Emergency: - Ålesund Hospital, • Events: Big Band Festival, Midsummer night bonfires, Dragon Boat Festival (June), Boat Festival, Viking Play (July), Food Festival (August) Tourist Information: On pier/City Centre Guide Service: Every major language (+47) 70 10 50 00 or dial 113 Cruise Season: May - September Average temperature: www.met.no Bus: Modern coaches - 100 certified city guides Tax refund: Onboard ship Cruise/Port Information:: www.alesund.havn.no Tourist Information: www.visitalesund.com Taxi: Taxies and limousines available Shopping: In city centre, 200m from pier Nearest airport: Ålesund Airport , 15 km

Ålesund – the Art Nouveau town by the sea Ålesund has a beautiful setting across several islands stretching out into the sea, and is situated at the very

34 entrance of the UNESCO world heritage site, the Geirangerfjord. Above all Ålesund is internationally renowned for 35 its unique architecture in the Art Nouveau style. The town was devastated by fire a winter’s night in 1904, laying 850 houses in ashes and leaving 10.000 people homeless. The new Ålesund ”rose from the ashes” in the continental turn-of- the-century style with a myriad of turrets, spires and medieval ornaments. The town mountain Aksla offers breathtaking views of the town, islands and fjords and the town has a unique appeal to travellers and tourists, providing a wide range of sights and activities. The cruise terminal is located in the very centre of the town where cruise passengers can explore and experience the enchanting atmosphere of the Art Nouveau town.

Attractions/excursions

Hiking on town mountain Aksla home made cakes at the lighthouse in the Duration: 3 hours picturesque fishing village of Alnes, and enjoy Experience the contrasting sights of the fjords, the breathtaking view from Mount Aksla. mountains and islands. Experience the amazing view overlooking the town from the vantage The Saga Islands & Aquarium point at Fjellstua. Duration: 4 hours Explore the saga islands of , the Giske Ålesund Highlights & Sunnmøre old marble church and the lighthouse at the Open Air Museum picturesque fishing village of Alnes. Enjoy the Duration: 3 hours breathtaking view from Mount Aksla and visit The Geirangerfjord – Hjørundfjord on a roundtrip by bus & ferries. Langevåg. Langevåg and the Sunnmøre Open Experience the Art Nouveau town and the The Atlantic Sea-Park. UNESCO World Heritage Site The fjord cuts its way through some of the Air Museum. breathtaking panoramic view from Mount Duration: 9 hours wildest mountain ranges in Norway, the Aksla. Explore the open air museum with its old The Trolls Path Road During this fascinating roundtrip by bus and Sunnmøre Alps, and is a magnificent sight. The Bird Sanctuary Runde Island Ålesund on Foot farmhouses, special collection of old boats and Duration: 8-9 hours ferries to the Geirangerfjord you will have close Duration: 3-5 hours Duration: 2 hours replicas of Viking ships. Explore the district of trolls and Fairytales! up views of famous waterfalls and farmhouses, The Sightseeingboat M/S Keiser Experience the fascinating bird life at the island A stroll through Ålesund reveals a town full Experience wild mountains, roaring waterfalls enabling you to experience this breathtaking Wilhelm of Runde. More than half a million birds of of colourful and charming architecture. Enjoy Ålesund Highlights & Aquarium and peaceful nature on this round trip (no fjord in the best possible way. Duration: 1,5 - 2,5 hours about 230 different species are to be found on walking along the canal in the picturesque Duration: 3 hours ferries) to the Trolls Path Road. The M/S Keiser Wilhelm (canal boat) takes the island. Excursion by boat or a combination fishing harbour and experience the detailed Visit The Atlantic Sea-Park, one of the largest The Spectacular Hjørundfjord you on a boat trip around Ålesund and the of bus/boat. ornamentation at close hand. aquariums in Northern Europe. Enjoy watching Duration: 7-8 hours surrounding skerries. Optional visit to Devold Photo: Alfred Lüpke, Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/ the diver feeding the fish by hand in the large Explore the wild, dramatic and remote Knitting Factory Museum and factory outlet in Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre Ålesund & the Art Nouveau Centre Atlantic Ocean tank. The tour includes city Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours sightseeing and view point at Mount Aksla. A guided walk through the town centre focusing on the Art Nouveau Style. The tour The Saga Islands of Giske Name & contacts Ålesund Port Authority includes a visit to The Art Nouveau Centre, Duration: 3 - 4 hours which portrays the unique position Ålesund has Explore the saga islands of Giske and visit the Address: Skansekaia, 6002 Ålesund Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart 30, 31 and 456 in Norwegian architectural history. old marble Giske Church. Taste the delicious Phone: (+47) 70 16 34 00 Fax: (+47) 70 16 34 01 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Ålesund Port: channel 12/16 Internet: www.alesund.havn.no

Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegian pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Quay Length Depth Fuel Fresh Water Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Ålesund Cruise Terminal 3 Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: Difference between 1,5 m-2,2 m Water: Yes (Stornespiren+Prestebrygga) 373 m 11-16 m No 60 /hr 3 Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Skansekaia 195 m * Ship of all sizes can10-13 berth. m ** Ship up to 145 m can berth No 40 /hr 3 Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Skutvika 205 m 9,5-13 m No 60 /hr Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes Molde & Åndalsnes Cruise Ports Public information

•• Events: Molde International Jazzfestival: Week 29 each year, Bjornson Literary Festival, Norwegain Mountain Festival, Sinclair Play Festival, Tourist Information: 50 m from pier Guide Service: Every major language- 100 guides Emergency: : Molde Hospital Cruise Season: All year Useful links: Cruise/Port Information: www.molde-romsdalhavn.no Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: where ship docks, shoppingcenter Tax refund: On reguest Tourist Information: www.visitmolde.com / www.visitandalsnes.com Taxi: Taxi and rental cars available open monday - saturday 9-20 (18) Nearest airport: 4 km from Molde

islet out to the very point where the ocean begins. village of Valldal, before entering the World Mardal Waterfall ( M&Å) Trollstigen & Atlantic Road – voted The Hustadvika is an infamous stretch of ocean famous fjord of Geiranger. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 210 km and when in storm it's fantastically dramatic. The Experience the magnificent Mardalsfossen, road is voted Norwegian Structure of the century. Rauma Railway-Steam train (Å) northern Europe's highest free-falling waterfall. Norways most fantastic roads Can be combined with , Stavechurch, Time: 3,5 hours Distance: 98 km Enjoy this peaceful valley, which offers majestic Kristiansund, Håholmen. One of the most exciting railways in the world, scenery and small norwegian farms. The ports of Molde ( 25.000) and Åndalsnes (7.300) are situated by the Romsdalsfjord and since 1882 cruiseships have from 1924. See waterfalls and salmonfishing

36 visited us. They dock directly in the towncentres, perfect for guests exploring independently. We offer two harbours for along the Rauma River, and the spectacular Rødven stave church (Å) 37 one harbourfee. Sail to Molde in the morning, make whole- and halfday excursions - and cross to Åndalsnes later to pick peaks rising above the Romsdal valley, incl. Duration: 3 hours Distance: 33 km. up passengers from the Trollstigen wholeday trip,- and offer afternoon excursions as well. Trollveggen. One way by train and one by bus. Gives you a magnificent view of the Romsdal, driving through idyllic hamlets. The stavechurch Molde, the town of roses, faces the fjord, and is famous for its fantastic panoramic view of 222 mountain peaks. It has an Trollstigen-Trollwall (Å) erected in 1050, is one of the oldest in Norway. annual International Jazzfestival and the town is the nearest to the Atlantic Road with Vikingshipsailing. Åndalsnes has a Duration: 3,5 hours Distance: 70 km unique location by the Romsdal Alps and the Rauma Railway begins here. The and the world famous Trollstigen Trollstigen is one of the best visited tourist Walking in Vengedalen (Å) are minutes away. attractions in Norway. It takes you up through Duration: 2,5 hours Distance: 15km. 11 hairpin bends, leading up to the viewpoint Driving along the Romsdal fjord, and up through We have the most excellent excursions in both harbours, eg: The Trollstigen Road which has been voted Norway' most at the top. An amazing stonebridge crosses the Venge valley, overlooked by majestic peaks. beautiful journey, and is 2.of Norway's most visited nature-based attractions. The Atlantic Road, which the Guardian voted the Stigfossen waterfall Trollwall is the highest After 30 min. on a fairly steep footpath, from a the worlds most beautiful road trip, and it is also, voted Norways construction of the century. The Mardals Waterfall, the vertical drop in northern Europe, rising 1800 m. height of 780 m you will have a unforgettable worlds fourth longest, and the Trollwall – Europe's highest perpendicular rock face. We also have a steam train, childrens An eldorado for elite climbers. view of the Trollveggen. National Folkdancegroup and Vikingshipsailing. The children´s folkedance at the Romsdal Museum

Bud fishing village/ Ergan (M) Duration: 4 –5 hours Distance: 114 km Attractions/excursions This charming fishing village also houses Ergan Coastal Defences, a restored subterranean war- highest vertical drop in northern Europe. Includes Hiking the Varden Viewpoint (M) memorial museum from WW II. a ferry cruise, a sightseeing in the towns and a Duration: 3,5 hours Distance: 3 km delicious norwegian lunch. By coach to the Varden mountain. We Håholmen Vikingshipsailing (M) will enjoy the amazing view of the Molde Duration: 5 hours Distance: 110 km Town of roses & folkdance (M) Panorama, before the hiking tour leads us Sail with a vikingship to the adventurer Torseths small Duration: 3 hours Distance: 5 km down to a Norwegian cottage where coffe fishing island community from the 18th century. The Varden View point, from which you can gaze and svele will be served. We will visit o over the renowned Molde panorama of 222 partly the Romsdals Outdoor Museum, before we The Geirangerfjord (M) snowcovered mountain peaks. The Molde Cathedral, reach the ship. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 145 km the Rosegarden and the Romsdal Museum, one Explore many famous sights in one. See Molde, Trollstigen/Trollveggen (M&Å) of Norway's largest regional museums, with the Skaret Naturepark (M) Åndalsnes, the Trollwall and the dramatic Duration: 8 hours Distance: 135 km children`s folkdance group. Duration: 3 hours Distance: 30 km Trollstigen. Continue down to the strawberry This excursion takes us past idyllic villages After a townsightseeing we will have a scenic stroll Atlantic Road and through a wild and scenic landscape. We Hjertøya Island (M) around the Skaret lake, before local refreshments will visit Valldal, a tiny village famous for its Duration: 3 hours Distance: 2 km are served. Skaret Naturepark houses handcraft, strawberries and the magnificent Gudbrand 10 min. by boat from the Molde town centre candlery, animals and local farmproduced food. gorge. The Trollstigen road, the most visited lies this idyllic island. A small fishing village Name & contacts Molde & Åndalsnes Port Authority road in Norway, leads down 11 narrow hairpin with authentic buildings and boats. The The Atlantic Road (M) bends to thevalley below, where we can see the Fisheries Museum shows local coastal culture Duration: 3 - 8 hours Distance: 120 km Address: P.O. Box 282,Hamnegt.8, N-6401 Molde Pilot: channel 13 & 16 Charts: Norwegian chart 484 and 34 dramatic mountain peaks of Trollveggen, the from 1850 onwards. This road zigzags across bridges from islet to Phone: (+47) 71 19 16 20 Fax: (+47) 71 19 16 21 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Molde & Åndalsnes Port: channel 12 Internet: www.molde-romsdalhavn.no

09-Molde havn Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Storkaia (M) 300 m 8-10 m Yes

= anchorage Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 0,50 m Water: Yes Moldegård (M) 130 m 11 m Yes M O L D E c i t y c e n t r e Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Moldegård (M) 100 m 6 m Yes

Ferry Shuttle service: Not needed Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: yes East Quay (Å) 158 m 9-14 m No Moldegård Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: kiosk, telephones,wc ISPS approved: Yes Pantoon (Å) 48 m 6 m Storkaia East

Storkaia West

New quai M o l d e f j o r d e n Light house 0 500 m SCALE Kristiansund Cruise Port Public information Emergency: Kristiansund Hospital • Events: Opera - festival (February), Costal heritage - festival (June - July), “Thahiti”- festival: Local artists in a national dimensionCruise Season Tourist Information: Center of town, Taxi: Yes Tax refund: Yes Average temperature (C): April: 3,9, May: 9,2, June: 12,3, July: 13,6, August: 13,3, September: 9,5 300 m from pier Guide Service: Every major language, guides available Nearest airport: Kristiansund Airport Cruise Information: www.cruisenorway.com Port Information: www.knhavn.no Tourist Information: www.visitkristiansund.com Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: City centre 50m from pier Kvernberget, 7km

A centre of Norway’s costal heritage It is with great pleasure we welcome you to Kristiansund on the west coast of Norway, a town looking out on the North

38 Atlantic. There is a very special feel to the town of Kristiansund. Its history and geographic position are unique, and we are 39 certain that visitors will fall in love with the town.

Woodlands and green parks are located close to the town’s commercial centre, and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains complete the picture. All of this makes Kristiansund a town of contrasts with a wide variety of exciting events waiting to be experienced during your stay.

Attractions/excursions

Kristiansund has excellent hotels and restaurants, many attractive shops, and offers a broad range of historical attractions and activities. All growth in the town is linked, directly or indirectly, to the port. The town itself was founded here because of the ideal position of the harbour and the shelter it provided. At first the port was used for timber The harbour ferry “Sundbåten” Varden Klippfiskkjerringa (The Split cod woman) exports, but later, the mainstay of the economy Kristiansund’s public ferries have transported An old watchtower offering a striking 3600 view The statue is a tribute to all Split cod-workers became fish and fish processing in general, and passengers between its islands since 1876. This of coastal traffic, mountainous inland areas and who contributed to establish Kristiansund as the klippfish in particular. Today we are Norway’s larg- makes “Sundbåten” the oldest motorised public fjords and island on the horizon. norwegian “split cod-capital”. est service base for the petroleum industry and transport service in the world. the regional port for fish exports. Kristiansund is Vainndamman Kårvatn in every way a maritime town - a perfect harbour Kirkelandet church These old water reservoirs make an idyllic park Duration: 4 hours with the ocean on its doorstep. Built in 1964 to replace the church that was area in beautiful surroundings, located near the Here is Europe´s cleanest air and water. destroyed in 1940 during WW II. The 320 panes town centre. Nauståfossen 110 m waterfall. Mountain museum. The fishing station on Grip islands through old and new parts of the town. The Atlantic Road of stained glass making up the 30-metre high Duration: 3 - 4 hours We visit the very modern Kirkelandet church, Duration: 5 - 6 hours nave wall creates a spectacular effect. Leikvin Cultural History Park Svinviks Arboret 14 km from Kristiansund, out in the open sea, stop off at the view-point Varden and the maritime Averøy’s road to the mainland dances over Duration: approx. 7 hours Duration: 4 hours lies the island of Grip, a fishing station with a centre of Vågen. Guided tour. islets and reefs: a remarkable feat of engineer- Nordlandet church A comprehensive collection of buildings and Botanic Garden with 450 varieties of rhododen- dramatic history from the early Middle Ages. ing with imposing bridges spanning the ocean Built in 1914 in locally hewn stone in art nouveau objects from old farming culture. Severe items dron, 200 varieties of conifers, herb garden and Once it had a population of 400 - today the Sightseeing by the harbour ferry and giving the feeling of driving “on the sea”. style. The altarpiece is from an older church in from ”The age of the English” (late 19th cen- medical plants. island is a holiday paradise. This guided trip “Sundbåten” While on Averøy, we visit the old stave church Kristiansund and is probably from the 18th cen- tury). This attraction can be combined. They can

13-Kristiansund havn in a comfortable, modern express boat with a Duration: 2 - 3 hours at Kvernes and discover the fish farms and tury. The altar Bible dates back to 1632. also easily be linked to other attractions. capacity of 68 passengers. Kristiansund harbour, with its old white ware- factories producing renowned norwegian fish houses along the quays and streets lined by products. Guided tour. Sightseeing by coach in Kristiansund brightly coloured private homes and with the Name & contacts Kristiansund Port Authority Duration: 2 - 3 hours busy traffic of fishing boats and supply vessels Mellemverftet Kristiansund is built on four islands, and this for the petroleum industry, is the picturesque Norway’s only shipyard museum, founded in 1872. Address: Kaibakken 1 6509 Kristiansund Pilot: Channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart 36 and 454 trip takes us over the bridges, linking these venue of this excursion. Guided tour. There is always something to experience at the yard. Phone: (+47) 40 00 65 04 Fax: (+47) 71 67 14 83 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] g V International Access code: 00 Kristiansund Port: channel 12 Internet: www.knhavn.no G o m a l a n d e t e n

K i r k e l a n d e t Port facilities Quay Length Depth Fuel Storkaia 5 60 m 9,5 m Yes KRISTIANSUND Devoldholmen Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Storkaia 6-7 98 m 9,5 m Yes c i t y c e n t r e d s u n d e t V gakaia N o r Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Storkaia 8 104 m 9,5 m Yes

NE NW Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,7 m Water: Yes Storkaia 9 105 m 9,5 m Yes E

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SE SW Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Devoldholmen 11 80 m 9,5 m Yes M ark u s N o r d l a n d e t S 0 500 m Storkaia Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: Nearby pier Devoldholmen 12+13 205 m 9-13 m Yes SCALE Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: yes ISPS approved: Yes Nordmørskaia 10 90 m 5,5 m Yes s u n d e t S ¿ r s u n d e t I n n l a n d e t

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Nordm¿rskaia og Ro-ro • Narvik Cruise Port Public information

Events: Svarta-Bjørn march (30.june) Cruise Season: All year Average temperature (C): summer: 15, Winter: -3 Tourist Information: In town center Guide Service: Norwegian, English and Emergency: Narvik Hospital (+47) 76 94 30 00, Port Information: www.portofnarvik.com Tourist Information: www.destinationnarvik.com Bus: Modern sightseeing buses German guide service Tax refund: Taxi: 3 taxies available Shopping: In town center, 200m from pier Nearest airport: Harstad/Narvik – 75 km

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small village of Victoriahavn into the PH OTO: p e r port town of Narvik 40 41 Narvik lies on a headland between two fjords, the Beisfjord and Rombaksfjord, at the foot of Fagernesfjellet, which is over 1200 meter high. Narvik was originally called Victoriahavn and much of Narviks history is owed to the large iron –ore mines at Kiruna in Swedish Lappland. The need for access to an ice-free harbour to export the ore led to the Skjoma River construction of the Ofoten Railway and so to the development of the modern town of Narvik. Tee Time at Midnight at Skjomen Golf Course At the head of the beautiful Skjomenfjorden you Attractions/excursions will find one of the world’s northernmost 18-hole Je ff W e bb golf course. A visit here will provide you with a

Experience breathtaking views A few minutes after leaving Narvik, the line scenic experience that you can expect to find at no PH OTO: and the midnight sun reaches the southern shores of Rombaksfjord, other golf course. From the middle of June until the Fargernesfjellet - a mountain with a famous where it runs alongside vertical cliffs with a middle of August, you can play golf 24 hours a day. view. The cable car lift in Narvik takes you up magnificent panoramic view westwards. The line to an altitude of 656 metres above sea level in hugs the steep rock face, and it is incredible to Fjord sightseeing and fishing trips. just 7 minutes. From there you have a fantastic think that it was even possible to build a railway Enjoy the peace & quiet, the breathtaking scenery or view of the fjord, mountains and city. Between here, let alone practically by hand. take a trip back through history at the site of the late May and late July you can experience the Rombaksbotn, from where Narvik’s railway was Midnight Sun. War Memorial Museum created to support the Iron ore industry’s require- In April-May 1940, Narvik was the centre of ment for a year round port. attention all over the world. The Battle of Narvik Ofoten Railway Narvik town Described by the author Ernst Didring as “The and the fight for the iron ore ended with the Ofoten Museum Narvik Cruise Port Eight Wonder of the World”, the Ofoten Railway city being razed to the ground and with 5 years Traditionally, the people of Ofoten made a living • The largest transit port in Bulk Cargo Section Narvik Terminal, has latitude of 68˚N. When it was built at the of German occupation. Through exhibitions from a combination of fishing and agriculture. • Narvik has the country’s largest dry-bulk Narvik is the country’s largest dry bulk transit The industrial section of the harbour facilitates a turn of the century, it was the northernmost, of pictures and equipment from World War II, A new era arrived with the construction of the transit port harbour with an annual throughput of 16 million deep water quay of 280 metres with minimum 15 coldest and harshest railway construction proj- the museum focuses on these fateful years for Ofotenbanen Railway towards the end of the • The necessary infrastructure to handle all tons, the main product being iron ore from the metres depth alongside. There are railway tracks ect the world had ever seen. Metre by metre, the Narvik and the Ofoten region. 19th century. In order to mine iron ore in the types of ships LKAB ore mines in Sweden. to the end of the quay where a container crane, line of route was carved out of the hillsides. Kiruna area, a railway was needed to carry the • deep-water quay with min. depth, 15 m. with a lifting capacity of 42 tons, is situated. ore to an ice-free port for shipment to Europe • Northern Norway’s only Gantry-container crane Central Harbour The Fagernes quay mainly handles containerized and other parts of the world. In 1902 the railway • Ice free port, well shielded from wind and This section deals with coastal general cargo, cargo, and cruise vessels of more than 150 metres

Ja k o b sen was finally completed together with the new city adverse weather conditions visitors, local vessels and smaller cruise vessels, up length will have to be moored here. The harbour is of Narvik. • On dock rail with connections East–West to 150 metres. well sheltered and is ice free all year round. The harbour consists of 3 sections PH OTO: p e r Museum Ballangen Museum presents the extensive min- ing activities that have been carried out in the 17-Narvik borough since the 1600’s. Operations at the Name & contacts Narvik Port Authority mines and prospects have been documented here with the help of objects and photographs. Address: P.O. Box 627 N-8508 Narvik Pilot: Lødingen pilot station telephone +47 769 86 610 Charts: Norwegian chart 461 Phone: (+47) 76 95 03 70 Fax: (+47) 76 95 03 84 Emergency: Narvik Port Control E-mail: [email protected] War Museum Narvik International Access code: (00) 47 Narvik Port: VHF ch. 14/16, by phone 769 50 375 Internet: www.portofnarvik.com

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Bulk Pier Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: By truck only Quay Length Depth Fuel Ore Berth Pier 1 Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: 1 hr. notice. Phone: (+47) 76 92 38 00 Garbage disposal: yes Air draught: unlimited Tidal movement/range: max 4,5 m Water: Yes Fagernes 230 + 50 m 15 m Yes A n k e n e s Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: If ordered 2 days in advance Shuttle service: yes Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes Fagernes Quay F a g e r n e s

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SE SW S 0 1 km SCALE = anchorage • Lofoten Cruise Ports Public information Emergency: Lofoten Hospital, 3 km from Tourist Information: Leknes and Svolvær Guide Service: Every major language- 40 certified guides Leknes harbour, 60 km from Svolvær Harbour Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: On pier in Leknes Harbour and in city centre Nearest airport: Leknes 3 km from Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Leknes and Svolvær harbour, Svolvær 5 km from harbour

- Lofoten Magical Islands From Svolvær and present North Norwegian artists. The multi- Lofoten is an Arctic island archipelago, and has been a cruise ship destination since 1984. The last 4 years have seen an aver- Duration: 7 hours media show “Magic Island Kingdom” is a work of age of 70 cruise calls each year. There are three cruise ports: Leknes, Svolvær and Stamsund, Thanks to the influence of the Full-day tour. Towering above Svolvær is The love that shows the different faces of Lofoten - its Gulf Stream, the climate is remarkably mild for its Arctic setting. This also gives the landscape its striking variety: wildly beauti- Goat, a 569 metre (1864 feet) high “horned” nature and its people - through the year. ful places of marsh and rock, green fields and still lakes, dramatic mountains, and white sandy beaches by turquoise seas. The column of rock jutting from the mountainside.

42 human influence is seen in the picturesque villages and the fish-drying racks that surround them, as dried cod, or stockfish, is The tour passes the Vågan Church, the largest Scenic Tour from Svolvær, 43 still the main export. Five of the islands are connected by the main road, and you can cross all five and return in a day with ease. wooden church north of . Crossing Stamsund or Leknes Alternatively, passengers can disembark at one port and rejoin the ship at another. Various national and international publications three islands of ever-changing but always beau- Duration: 4,5 hours have named different places in Lofoten “the most beautiful beach in Norway”, “the most picturesque village in Norway”, and tiful scenery, the first stop is the Lofotr Viking Stamsund is a typical fishing village, but also “the most beautiful view in the world”. Museum. Surrounded by farmland, this living something of an artistic centre, with both the- museum is contained within a reconstruction atres and galleries. Passing along the edge of the of the biggest Viking longhouse found anywhere Skifjord, you can see the spectacular mountains Attractions/excursions in Scandinavia. The return journey stops at the towards the north-east. Via an islet studded coast oto

f village of Henningsvær, where a converted fish you reach Einangen, a mountain pass from which

These are tours which have proven popular over From Leknes am landing stage houses Galleri Lofotens Hus. Here you can see both sides of the Vestvågøy Island: ld/S o

the years. They can of course be tailored to meet Duration: 6.5 - 8 hours v you can see not only works by North Norwegian Leknes harbour and the outer coast to the west, road further to Henningsvær is wild and beauti-

different needs, and attractions can be added or Full-day tour to Å. Heading southwest, you take on artists past and present, but also “Magic Island skerries and the mainland beyond to the east. ful, running alongside a bay studded with rocky Tr

replaced as required. There are a number of fine the undersea tunnel to the island of . tig Kingdom”. This multi-media presentation shows From here, you head past the city of Leknes and islets. After visiting this idyllic and picturesque

restaurants at which lunch can be booked for Following the outer coast, you pass the S OTO: Lofoten and its people through the seasons in a the surrounding farmland until the road climbs fishing village we continue towards Svolvær and

full-day tours. charming 18th century Flakstad Church, and PH moving marriage of image and sound. Svolvær to the viewpoint above Unstad. This is a vil- Magic Ice Gallery, an installation where differ- k i the curving white sand beach of Ramberg. harbour is now only 25 minutes away. lage of 30 houses nestled together in a classic ent motivs from Lofoten`s life and history have rv

Ro The mountains become more dramatic the U-shaped glacial valley, and is one of the most been sculpted in ice. The return to Gravdal goes P e further south you go, until you reach the jagged Half Day Tour photographed panoramic views on Lofoten. The back to Vestvågøy, but this time we drive on black granite of Island. At is the Duration: 4 hours road further to Henningsvær is wild and beauti- the south side facing the Vestfjord, and make OTO: Ol OTO:

PH spectacular fjord view, voted by Time magazine Beginning practically at the foot of The Svolvær ful, running alongside a bay studded with rocky a brief stop at Hagskaret viewpoint. Here you the most beautiful view in the world. In Å you find Goat, a 569 metre (1864 feet) high “horned” col- islets. Here we visit Galleri Lofotens Hus. Svolvær get lovely views towards the and the Fishing Village Museum and the Stockfish umn of stone jutting from the mountainside, the harbour is now only 25 minutes away. This tour the Vestfjord. Leknes harbour is now only 10 Museum. The return journey offers a striking new tour passes the Vågan Church, the largest wooden you can do visa versa. minutes away. vista with each curve of the road. Ballstad, Buksnes Church, and Borg church north of Trondheim. Nyvågar is home to Duration: 3 hours the Lofot Aquarium, a fascinating display of Arctic Full-Day Tour from Leknes WE ALSO OFFER: Flakstad, Nusfjord, and Sund The fishing village of Ballstad is spread along marine life. If it’s mealtime, you can see the otters Passing the municipal centre of Leknes, you • Sea Safaris Duration: 3,5 hours both sides of the harbour. There are many tra- fed, and watch the seals perform for their food. head through fields and farmlands nestled at • Fishing Tours The tunnel under the Nappstraum takes you to ditional fishermen’s cottages standing on stilts The road to Henningsvær is wild and beautiful, the feet of mountains to the Lofoten Viking • Birdwatching Tours Flakstad Island. The little red-painted Flakstad at the water’s edge, as well as the largest mural running alongside a bay studded with rocky islets. Museum at Borg. This hilltop site is a living • Hiking and walking Tours Church of 1780 is the second oldest in Lofoten, and in Northern Europe across three walls of the Galleri Lofotens Hus is housed in a converted fish museum contained within a reconstruction of • Bicycle Hire the artwork inside is even older. At the Fisheries shipyard. The 1905 church of Buksnes is in the landing stage, and is home to the works of past the biggest Viking longhouse ever found. The • Lofoten golf course, 9 holes Museum in Sund you can see the blacksmith so-called “dragon style”. Its interior is filled with creating his well-known cormorants, using tech- light, and decorated with motifs from Norway’s niques from the beginning of the 20th century. You Viking past. Passing the municipal centre of will also find boats, engines and other artefacts Leknes, you head through fields and farmlands from Lofoten’s fishing history. On the return jour- nestled at the feet of mountains to the Lofotr Name & contacts Lofoten Port Authority ney, experience the picturesque village of Nusfjord, Viking Museum at Borg. This hilltop site is a liv- 03-Svolv r havn one of three places selected for the European ing museum contained within a reconstruction Cell. Phone: (+47) 90 67 01 31 Pilot: Charts: Architectural Heritage Year in 1975. This idyllic setting of the biggest Viking longhouse found anywhere Phone: (+47) 76 06 09 70 Fax: (+47) 76 08 64 67 Emergency: E-mail: [email protected] is your last stop before returning to your ship. in Scandinavia. International Access code: 00 Lofoten Port: Internet: www.lofoteninfo.no

Port facilities Quay Length Depth Fuel Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Leknes main quay 190 m 12 m Yes Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Stamsund main quay 170 m 6 m Yes Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,6 -2,2 m Water: Yes Svolvær Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Coast. Steamer, East 200 m 6 m Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Nordkaia, East 90 m 5 m Yes Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes Trans. Quay, West 120 m 10 m • Vesterålen Cruise Port Public information Shopping: On pier and in city centre 200m from pier The harbour i busy, with approx 2500 vessels and 20.000 passengers arriving every year.Tour coaches are lined up on the quay near the gangway, Tourist Information: In the terninal Taxi: Taxies available Emergency: : Hospital and the entire is near the gangway, and the entire quay is available for cruise ship during daytime. The distance from the quayside to the main Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Guide Service: Certified city guides Nearest airport: Hatstad/Narvik Airport 110 km shopping street for the town is only 100m Her are shops, banks, post office, hotels, restaurants, and cafés – everything you need to make your visit complete. The town centre quays have a total length of 275m, with a dept of 7-13m Tourist Information: www.visitvesteralen.com - The World’s Most Beautiful

northern lights and the Andøya Rocket Range. Half day or full-day tour to : Stø: A working fishing village with bustling activ- Island Kingdom Polar Museum: A local museum dedicated to Duration: 4-7 hours (45 km): ity: Guided tour around the fishing village. fishing and trapping. The Lighthouse: 40 m tall Stokmarknes: The Coastal Express Museum: Café with sales of handicrafts (wood, wool, Vesterålen is the archipelago north of Lofoten, now introducing herself as a new cruise destination. The group of with 148 steps to the top. Exhibits a portion of the history of the Coastal ceramics and textiles). Hiking excursion to

44 Vesterålen comprises Andøy, Hadseløy, the western portion of Hinnøy and the northern portion of Austvågøy – with Bleik Village: Featuring Norway’s longest beach, Express over a period of more than a century. Skipssanden sandy beach (easy walk approx. 20 45 a combined area of 3268 square kilometres. The Vesterålen area offers breathtakingly unique and varied natural the 2.5 km-long Bldeiksstranda. The Coastal Express ship MS Finnmarken from min. one way). Langenes Church, Vesterålen’s surroundings, a diverse abundance of fauna and birdlife, bird rocks, outdoor activities, boating, deep sea fishing, whale 1956 is mounted on land as a part of the muse- oldest preserved church. safaris, thriving local villages and bustling fishing communities, historical journeys and cultural monuments, ancient um. Galleri Apotheket exhibits contemporary art grave mounds, Artscape sculptures, museums, galleries, and last but not least – a hospitable and friendly population by the 15 Vesterålen Artists. that keeps alive a vibrant coastal culture. Melbu. The Vesterålen Museum: A guided tour in the Melbu Manor takes us back to the era of Attractions/excursions the Village Gentry. The immaculate garden is inviting for a pleasant stroll. Welcome to – the Blue City by the Sea! The Norwegian Fishing Industry Museum is a The cruise ship docks at the new harbour Dining in Lavo national museum for industrial fishing. Concerts terminal – City centre is only a short stroll away. are arranged in an abandoned herring oil tank. Full-day tour to Bø: The echo effect innside the tank lasts more than Suggested Activities Duration: 7 hours (60 km) 20 seconds! Versatile Shopping Opportunities: Jennestad Tradecentre Nykvåg: Cacaphonic bird rock in the village centre Hadsel Church: built in 1824. In the Hadsel In all, there are some 250 shops and service- with screeching kittiwakes and sea eagles. Cultural Heritage Park, one comes into close Handels church businesses in the city. Hovden: Ancient fishing village sculpture instal- contact with ancient history. The Blue City: Sortland municipality’s millenium lation RÆK III, made of driftwood Hovden : – A distinctive fishing village where art- celebration was marked by a resolution to paint Fishing Industry, featuring quality-sorting of ists have settled. Guided tour around Nyksund. the facades of city centre blue. The innovation dried cod Fish-drying racks on the sandy beach. Visit to the studio of Sigrid Setzu. Visit to an has attracted attention even outside of Norway. Vesteraalens AS: The factory was completed in Straumsjøen: Ancient fishing village. artist-smith. 2006, located in the harbour area and producing A ramble along the coastal trail to Vikan (30 Writings on a Field of Blue: fish balls and various seafood products. Visitors min). WE ALSO OFFER: Versesadorning many of the blue facades – like an may get an idea of the production process A walk on the oceanside Føre: Iron age gravesites. - restaurants and cafés preparing locally outdoor book of poetry. The Artists’ Residence: by observing through glass walls. A museum Vinjesjøen: Bø Community Museum and the produced foods (salmon, wild sheep, etc.) This venerable building hosts exhibitions by a has an exhibit that traces Amundsen’s Andøy Friluftssenter Artscape sculpture “Man from the Sea”, 4.3 m Hurtigrute museum - fishing tours to Lødingen Vestbygd number of different artists. association with the Hermetikken factory. Duration: 4 hours: (42 km). tall and weighing 2.7 tons. He holds a prism in - Seabird and seal safari With Sortland harbour as your point of The centre offers adventures in nature, with hiking his outstretched hands and has a golden female Half day or full-day excursion to Hadsel: - Whale safari Sortland Church: departure, the following day trips are arranged trails to the fishing lake. Two Sami tents can figure inscribed on his back. 4-7 hours (57 km). - Mountain outings with local guides A wooden church built in 1901. to the five Vesterålen and to the accommodate a total of 75 pax for rustic dining. Bø Church: from 1824 Alsvåg: Øksnes Museum, Alsvåg Manor and the - hikes along the coastline neighbouring Lofoten islands, with a range of Specialities are whale, moose, , venison, Kråkberget: A large tourist facility offering vari- old Country Store. The museum has an exhibit - visits to various local businesses experiences and trip durations designed to suit wild lamb and salmon. ous refreshments. on fishing from the Stone Age until today. - Boat outings your preferences: Full day excursion to : Full-day trip to Lofoten: Duration: 7 hours (103 km) Duration 7-8 hours (90 km): Arranged on request. Whale Centre: Multi-media show and whale Name & contacts Vesterålen Port Authority The Raftsund Strait, attractions in Svolvær and exhibitions. Hisnakul: A history-nature-culture Storvågan can be included in the program centre Northern Lights Centre: Exhibits on the Address: Havnegata 7, 8400 Sortland Pilot: Charts: Phone: (+47) 76 10 99 00 Fax: (+47) 76 10 99 01 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Vesterålen Port: channel 12 Internet: www.sortland-havn-no Sortland The Blue City

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Events: Garden Fair (June), North Norwegian Arts Festival (June), International Sea Fishing Competition (July), Midnight Sun Gold Tournament (July), Tourist Information: On pier and in city office Guide Service: Major languages - certified city guides Tax refund: At the airport North Norwegian Beer Festival (August) Cruise Season: From May - September Average temperature: (C) January 2,8, July 12,6 Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: In city centre 100 m from pier Nearest airport: Harstad/Narvik Port Information: www.harstadhavn.no Tourist Information: www.visitharstad.com Taxi: Taxies available Emergency: Harstad hospital Airport 40 km

- Culture, history and coastal adventures

Harstad is the culture capital of north Norway. With its population of 23,000, it is situated on the largest island in F r an k A n dr eassen

46 Norway, Hinnøya, in one of the most beautiful coastal areas with skerries and islands. Commercial and shipping indus- 47 tries are economically important, and the borough is also a base for the oil industry of the north. Harstad is a communi- PH OTO: cation centre in a densely populated region with Lofoten to the west, Narvik to the east, Tromsø to the north and Bodø to the south. Harstad never sleeps when lit up in the sunshine of midsummer nights. During summer, the town is teem- ing with people along the quayside. Around midsummer eve, with the Festival of Northern Norway, there is music in the streets, in the square, in pubs, in the concert hall and churches. Leisure time activities are many and varied, and boating is a favourite past time. The new marina can harbour 25-30 boats. Central to the harbour is also one of the country’s big- Midnight Sun gest and most modern concert halls, with up to 1000 seats. The Farming Community of Kvæfjord experience here. Lunch at Gratangsfjellet Hotel. Duration: 4,5 hours Distance from pier: 125 km A guided tour of the countryside community of Attractions/excursions Kvæfjord and its agricultural tradition. Nationally Sea Fishing renown for its juicy strawberries, due to their Duration: 3 hours Historical Centre Røkenes Farm and Guesthouse rapid growth in the midnight sun. Visit the nor- A wonderful opportunity to go sea fishing with a Duration: 1 hour Old trading centre and guesthouse dating from thernmost school of horticulture in the world, local skipper with excellent knowledge of fishing Exhibitions and multi-vision which will give a unique 1750. Traditional farm with restored buildings. with its many plants specially adapted to the grounds in the fjords just outside Harstad. Enjoy insight into the exciting history of North Norway Gallery and restaurant with exclusive and high arctic climate. See a large collection of art crea- the beautiful scenery of our many islands while through archeological exhibits, music, smells and quality homecooked meals using own raw mate- ted by mentally handicapped artists at Trastad you are trying for the biggest catch. Departure:

PH OTO: F r an k S. A n dr eassen sounds. A journey through the viking ages and rials. Nearby golfcourse where you can play golf Collections, and finish the tour at Hemmestad, a close to cruise pier. mideaval times to WWII and present urban society. in the midnight sun. restored wharf-house and previous trade centre. Distance from pier: 3 km Distance from pier: 6 km A light meal is served here. North Norwegian Boat Museum Distance from pier: 22 km Duration: 4 hours Coastal Culture with Anna Rogde If you want to learn about the real North Sightseeing by Helicopter Duration: 5 hours Polar Zoo Safari Norwegian coastal culture heritage, the north A short flight in a helicopter is a memorable way The oldest sailing schooner in the world, built 1868. Duration: Whole day Norwegian Vessel Preservation Centre and Boat to see our region by air. Experienced pilots will Embark on a journey onboard this majestic vessel, The northernmost wildlife park in the world, Museum in the borough of is the take you on a round trip over the city of Harstad as she sets sail for the idyllic hamlet of Grøtavær. with four of the largest predators from the Polar place to visit. The museum has one of Norway’s where you can experience beautiful mountains, On arrival, a male choir will welcome you with old fauna: bears, wolves, lynx and wolverines. Elk largest collections of boats, fishing and trapping lakes, the historic Trondenes peninsula and the fishermen songs as they prepare fish. A maritime (moose), deer, reindeer, arctic foxes and badgers equipment. Cafe and souvenir shop. city centre. Flight time: 10 minutes. buffet with delicacies from the sea included. are some of the other animals you may see and Distance from pier: 94 km

Distance from pier: 30 km PH OTO: T o - Foto AS %-"=VghiVY The Adolf Gun Duration: 1 hour Trondenes Church The largest landbased gun in the world, built by Duration: 1 hour the Germans in 1943. Today, the gun is the only The northernmost stone church dating from late completely restored fortification in the world, and Middle Ages (1250). It houses several artifacts, Name & contacts Harstad Port Authority is therefore of great historical value. and has a beautiful interior. Distance from pier: 3 km Distance from pier: 3 km Røkenes Farm and Guesthouse Address: Rikard Kaarbøsgt 2, International Access code: 00 P.O. Box 193, N-9482 Harstad Pilot: channel 16 Charts: Norwegian sea chart 79, 80 Harbour chart 487 Phone: (+47) 77 00 12 10 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] =VkccZhZi Fax: (+47) 77 00 12 13 Harstad Port: channel 12/16 Internet: www.harstadhavn.no

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=kdga^\\Zg/ HiVc\cZh • Tromsø Cruise Port Public information Events: Polar Night Half Marathon, Tromsø International Film Festival, Northern Lights Festival (January) Norwegian Championship Reindeer Race (February) Midnight Sun Marathon (June) Tromsø Beer Festival (August)) Cruise Season: All year Average temperature (C): January -4.4, Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: : Number of guides in every major language Tax refund: In the city centre Mars -2.3, May 5.1, June 9.1, July 11.8, August 10.8, September 6.9, November -0.6 Cruise Information: : www.tromso.havn.no Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: Mainly in the city centre Nearest airport: Tromsø Langnes Airport, Port Information: www.tromso.havn.no Tourist Information: www.destinasjontromso.no/www.visittroms.no Taxi: Taxis available Emergency: Tromsø University Hospital 4 km from the city centree

Tromsø – The Gateway to the Arctic

Well above the Arctic circle, in the land of the Midnight Sun, midway between the Lofoten Islands and the North Cape, a convenient sailing away from Spitsbergen and Murmansk, between islands, fjords and mountains, you find Tromsø – The capital of the north.

48 49 Early visitors to Tromsø were surprised to find culture, language skills and the latest fashions in Tromsø, and dubbed the city the Paris of the North. Arctic and Antarctic explorers started of from Tromsø, earning the city the nickname the Gateway to the Arctic. Today, Tromsø is a university city with 64 000 inhabitants, a compact colourful city centre of historic wooden houses, a blossoming cultural life, some very attractive sights and attractions, unique shopping possibilities, a lively café scene and a half-mad nightlife. The wild mountains, the lush fjord shores and the weather-beaten islands are within easy reach, at the city doorstep. The inhabitants are known for their high education, cultural interests, sense of Gallery of Contemporary Art Tailormade Sightseeing Tours humour and loud, un-Scandinavian talkativeness. A tourist destination for more than 100 years and repeatedly a host for Established in 1877, in continuous operation since A number of excellent guides in 13 different languag- important international congresses and events, Tromsø caters for visitors with ease, professionalism and a healthy dose 1924. Located in the old museum building built in es can assist on different sightseeing tours. Popular of common sense. 1894, surrounded by a beautiful park. tours are: sightseeing by bus including attractions, city walks and our unique pub to pub tour. Welcome to a memorable stay in Tromsø! Polaria National information and adventure centre focusing Sommarøy world from Tromsø or Sommarøy. Species that on the Polar Regions. Experience the panorama film Enjoy the majestic landscape full of snow-cov- can be seen on our tours are Sperm, Minke, Finn Attractions/excursions from Spitsbergen, polar travel, aquarium with Arctic ered mountains, deep fiords, beautiful valleys and Humpbacked whales, Dolphins, and Porpoise. sea mammals, including live seals and exhibitions and the mighty ocean. on polar research. Fishing trips Arctic Cathedral Midnight Sun Consert in the Arctic A number of different boats with character, history North Norwegian nature, culture and faith – the German battleship sunk by the Allies, at Blåst – world’s mostnorthern glas hut! Cathedral and charm can take you fishing. inspired this cathedral built in 1965, with its Håkøya, in Nov. 1944. Blåst is an open workshop where you can get a Evocative Midnight Sun Concert in the Arctic architecture resembling ice and snow. glimpse of how glass is made. Like magic, glass is Cathedral (Ishavskatedralen) every evening from Mountaineering, rock climbing or Botanical Garden formed into fantastic products that make great gifts, 11:30 pm until midnight. glacier trips Tromsø University Museum The Arctic-Alpine Botanic Garden, a branch of or as a reminder to yourself. The Tromsøregion and in particular the Among the museums attractions are exhibits on the Tromsø University Museum, is the world’s Tromsø Golfpark Alps have some incredible mountains waiting to the Sami culture, North Norwegian archaeology, northernmost botanical garden. Mack Brewery The world’s northern-most 18-hole golf course. be explored. The experience is increased by join- church art, recent cultural history, as well as Join a guided tour at the northern most brewery Open 24 hours a day during the summer ing one of our skilled and authorized mountain geology and Northern Light exhibitions. The Cable Car in the world. The tour ends in Tromsø’s oldest months, with an 18-hole course, par-3 nine-hour guides or qualified climbing instructors. A cable car to Mt. Storsteinen, 420 metres above pub “Ølhallen”, where a genuine Mack beer will course, practice areas, driving range, and club- Polar Museum sea level, offers a panoramic site with restaurant be served. house with café and pro shop. Tromsø Wilderness Centre This exciting local museum is located in the and outdoor café. The view is recognised in presen- Come and visit the wilderness centre with 200 old customs building built in 1837. Displays tations of Norway and simply must be experienced! Sightseeing by Air Whale Watching friendly dogs and enjoy a bath in the outdoor bath are , fishing and over-wintering in the Participate in an unforgettable flight above Tromsø! Experience some of the biggest animals in the tube. Arctic. The Art Museum of Northern Norway The museum displays historical and contempo-

05-Tromsø havn Tromsø Military Museum rary Norwegian visual art, as well as applied arts. Display of military history at former German The museum has a special responsibility for the Name & contacts Tromsø Port Authority naval cannon battery. Exhibition on “Tirpitz” art of Northern Norway. Tromsø Port: channel 12 Address: P.O. Box 392 N9254 Tromsø International Access code: 00 Charts: Norwegian chart no. 466 Phone: (+47) 77 66 18 50 Fax: (+47) 77 66 18 51 Pilot: channel 13 E-mail: [email protected] Port Controll: (+47) 77 66 18 52 Emergency: channel 16 Internet: www.tromso.havn.no

Tromsø Aiport Port facilities Quay Length Depth Fuel Breivika Prostneset No. 8s 101 m 5,9 m Yes Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Prostneset No. 8n 200 m 7,3 m Yes Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes BreivikaNo. 20 194 m 7,5 m Yes Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 1,80 m Water: Yes Breivika No. 21 102 m 10,4 m Yes T ro m s ø y - s u n d e t Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Breivika No. 22 102 m 10,4 m Yes Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Breivika No. 23 102 m 11 m Yes

T ROMSØ Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes Breivika No. 24 102 m 11,5 m Yes Tromsøbrua Breivika No. 25 150 m 11,5 m Yes Prostneset Coastal steamer

0 1 km SCALE • Alta Cruise Port Public information

Events: Alta Soul & Blues festival (May) - Norwegian National Day (17 May) - Midsummer Night (23 June) Cruise Season: All year. Tourist Information: City centre Guide Service: Every major language- certified guides Midnight sun: 16 May– 26 July. Northern light: September - April. Dark season: 24 November – 18 January. Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: City centre 5 km from pier Tax refund: Useful links: www.altatours.no Port Information: www.altahavn.no Tourist Information: www.altatours.no Taxi: Taxi and limousines available Emergency: Alta Hospital (+47) 78 45 54 64 Nearest airport: Alta Airport 300m

a panorama window. Inside the showroom you will Hoe l find information about the power plant, and a small Vi d a r Alta - Europe’s last wilderness areas! cinema with special audio-visual show. By the dam

is a Sami tent – «lavvu» – where the host serves PH OTO: coffee and dried reindeer meat. The host tells you For thousands of years people have been attracted to this community at the head of the Alta Fjord. Lush, green and about the Sami culture and history. hospitable – Alta is a sheltered oasis in the landscape offering tree-clad valleys, pleasant temperatures and no

50 more rain than parts of the Sahara desert. Beautiful scenery, friendly population and accessibility make it a good place to Mazé - a genuine Sami village 51 visit and live. Duration: 4,5 hours 79 km south of Alta The native hosts, dressed in their traditional home- Attractions/excursions spun jackets meet you in Mazé. After a 20 minutes long riverboat trip we reach the old church (built summer and autumn seasons. scape along the river is varied and lush. Back at in 1721). Back in Mazé lunch will be served in a Boazo Sami Siida Alta Friluftspark we enjoy lunch in «Laksestua» «lavvu» on the river banks. Your host tells stories Duration: 2 hours on the banks of Alta River. from Norwegian Lapland, and you will hear joik. Boazo Sami Siida is situated by the Alta River. Here you get to experience an authentic Sami «Siida» Komsa Mountain - centre for Sami culture, research (seasonal settlement). Entertainmentand activities Duration: 3 hours and education based on Sami culture will beoffered at the siida, In the centre of Alta lies the Komsa Mountain. It Duration: 7–9 hours including joik (Sami chants). is 203 meters high. Remnants of human settle- 130 km south of Alta. In Kautokeino borough 85% Alta Canyon ments, estimated to be nearly 10000 years old, of the population have Sami as their first language, Pæskatun - Slate quarry have been found on the Komsa Mountain. These church, buildt in 1958, after the previous one was biggest town, as a result of the Alten kobberverk, a Duration: 2 hours intriguing discoveries are the reason that the men burnt down during the war. Then you continue to copper mine. During the second world war Kåfjord The slate quarries and industry represent a long- and women believed to have once populated this Juhl´s Silver gallery. Finnmark´s first Silversmith is was strategically importantsince the German navy standing and important tradition in Alta’s history area have been collectively named the «Komsa an architectural attraction and offers traditional and stationed the Tirpiz, Germany's biggest battle and economic life. In addition to traditional slate Culture». The ascent is fairly easy. Once at the exclusive modern jewellery made on the premises. ship,in the fjord just outside Kåfjord. Join us on a extraction, they have built up a gifts and souvenir summit you are able to enjoy a magnificent view of International art and handicrafts are presented in a historic walk through Kåfjord, which includes a visit production and shop. Your hosts proudly introduce central Alta, the Alta Fjord and the Alta valley. beautiful, special and unique setting. Furthermore to the Tirpiz museum in Kåfjord. Here you get to you to present-day slate industry, as well as the a you will visit Kautokeino Hamlet and museum see an extensive photogallery of the battleship and historical perspective. From Pæskatun you get a Alta Canyon - Sautso that presents a compelling image of old an exhibition of different objects from WW2. Duration of the excursions can vary fabulous view of Alta Valley. - Northern Europe’s largest canyon Kautokeino. The focus is the cultural history between 1 - 9 hours depending on how Duration: 4 hours of the sámi with exhibits such as old tools, you choose to combine the different Canyon Huskies - sled-dog kennel Alta Canyon and the Alta Hydro-electric Power knitwears and photographs. activities. Duration: 2,5 hours Station are situated in Sautso on the Finnmark and 1/3 work with reindeer which is the borough’s At the kennel you will see huskies that love to plateau. Here is a showroom built inside the main industry. The borough is bi-lingual and both Tirpitz-museum in Kåfjord We also offer overland excursions to the North Cape, Alta Museum - rock carvings on Unescos list be spoilt and patted by visitors! You will get mountain above the 110-metre high dam. Visitors Sami and Norwegian are used in all official docu- Duration: 15 km outside of Altas city Hammerfest and Honningsvåg. Likewise to Sápmi, Duration: 2 hours information about wintertime sled-dog tours and can view the reservoir and concrete dam through ments and in all meetings. You visit Kautokeino - During the 19th century Kåfjord was Finnmarks the Sami Theme Park in . The museum is situated next to the now famous «Finnmarksløpet» the longest sled-dog race rock carvings, discovered by locals as late as in Europe. 1973. These ancient Rock Carvings were inscribed into the UNESCO’S list of Global Cultural heritage Alta Friluftspark - Alta Leisure Centre in 1985. In 1993 the Museum won the prize Duration: 3–5 hours Name & contacts Alta Port Authority as the best museum in Europe. The outdoor Is situated by the Alta River. Alta Friluftspark area, overlooking the magnificent Alta Fjord, is takes you on a trip in a riverboat on the Alta Address: P.O. Box 2237, N-9504 Alta Pilot: channel 12 Charts: Norwegian chart 96 furnished with walking paths enabling visitors River, perhaps most famous as one of the worlds Phone: (+47) 784 469 10 Fax: (+47) 78 44 69 11 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] to explore the rock carvings site at leisure in the best fishing rivers for Atlantic salmon. The land- International Access code: 00 Alta Port: channel 12, ch. 16 Internet: www.altahavn.no

Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Marine diesel oil only Quay Length Depth Fuel

Open:Forbudsone for skip 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance (min. 10 hours) Garbage disposal: Yes Teminalkaia 169 m 10,25 m Yes Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 2.80 m Water: Yes Marinekaia 63 m 11 m Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: No Marinekaia Terminalkaia Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes 0 500 m SCALE = anchorage • Hammerfest Cruise Port Public information

Tourist Information: On Pier Guide Service: English, German, Finnish, Emergency: Hammerfest Hospital Events: Hammerfest Summer Festival (July) Polar Night Festival (November) Cruise Season: From May - September (but is ice-free harbour all year) Bus: Modern sightseeing buses some other languages on request Nearest airport: Hammerfest Airport Average temperature: (C) Januar 5,1 July 11,5 Tourist Information: www.hammerfest-turist.no Taxi: Taxis available Shopping: In city centre, within walking distance 4km, North Cape Airport 144km, Alta

the summer there are about 3500 ing, and see a bird nesting cliff close up. Sapmi Theme Park - The Northernmost on the island, and we usually see quite a few Departure at port • departure at Port of Hammerfest and arrival of them while driving through the outskirts of at Port of Honningsvåg: 10 hours / 439 km Hammerfest. Boat trip to one of the surrounding • departure and arrival at Port of Hammerfest: Town in the World Departure from port islands 10 hours / 416 km Duration: 2 hours Hammerfest, the northernmost town in the world, is both an arctic and multicultural destination. Tour of the Town on Foot Historically the population in the area was scat- We start from the docks and make a short tour

52 For centuries three different cultures have been living side by side in this region. Hammerfest is Duration: Minimum 1,5 hour tered. Today, more people have moved to the of Hammerfest. Our first stop after Hammerfest 53 a natural starting point for day-trips by bus to North Cape and Sâpmi. If you prefer to see the town at a slower pace, centers, but there are people who stick to their will be at Skaidi where we have a small snack. We a guided walk is an option. You can see all the roots, and stay in the small communities. You then continue over the mountain plateau Hatter sights in the centre of the town, and walk up to have an opportunity to visit one of these vil- and down to the beautiful Porsangerfjorden. We Attractions/excursions the viewing point on Salen where we will visit lages, which are getting more and more rare. stop at Repvåg, and then we go directly to the a Sami camp. A minimum level of fitness and Departure from port North Cape Cliff. and receive the famous silver and enamel polar Salen - viewing point health is recommended for this experience - the It is also possible to include a visit to "Sapmi bear pin. Duration: 1 hour mountain is quite steep in places. Visiting of Sami camp Theme Park" in Karasjok in this tour. This is a Distance from port: 10 meters Approximately 15 minutes' walk, or five minutes' Departure from port. Guided tour to visit the Sami camp Sami theme park where you can experience the drive from the harbor: the best view of the town “Mikkelgammen”, situated on the town moun- sami culture in real a atmosphere. There is a The Museum of Reconstruction can be seen. From the top of the mountain “Viddetur” - a trip on the plains of tain Salen. Here we meet a Sami reindeer herd- magical theatre, you can try to catch reindeers Duration: 1 hour Salen, it is possible to take "aerial photo". Finnmark ing family, learn about their history an every day with a lasso etc. For more info, see http://www. During the last months of the Second World A nice restaurant and a Sami camp is also situ- Duration: 5 - 6 hours life. Samples of Sami food will be served. There sapmi.no. War most of Finnmark and Northern was ated in the area. We take the bus from the docks and drive about is also an opportunity to buy genuine Sami Departure from port totally destroyed and the population forced to Distance from port 1 km 1,5 hours into this beautiful country. When we handicraft at Mikkelgammen. evacuate. The museum is a monument to man's get to the "wild area" on the plains, we stop the Duration: 2 hours Hammerfest has a long history of being an ability to overcome the destruction of war and to Shopping bus and find ourselves a beautiful spot where we important hunting and fishing town in the create a new future. With original items, photos, Duration: 1 hour build a fireplace. All the way the guide will tell Use Hammerfest as a starting point arctic. Due to the ice-free harbor all year round, film and sound effects we want to give you an The center of town is small and all shops are stories regarding history, the conditions of living to visit The North Cape and Sapmi Hammerfest has been a natural starting point impression how life was for the evacuees and within walking distance. Outside the town hall in this rough nature and about the Sami people. Theme Park for expeditions to further arctic areas. the refugees, and how optimism characterised there is a market where very attractive souvenirs The guests are free to take short wandering trips Duration: 7 - 16 hours The fact that Hammerfest was involved, and the rebuilding phase after the war. Visitors can are available. of their own in this magnificent nature, come North Cape: actually attacked during the Napoleonic War in walk in to an authentic refugee cave, a bar- Distance from port: 100 meters back to the bonfire. After about 2 hours the bus • departure at Port of Hammerfest and arrival 1809, emphasizes the world powers' interest in rack kitchen and a post-war permanent house. head back to Hammerfest. at Port of Honningsvåg: 7 hours / 252 km the town at the time. A small redoubt was built at Distance from port: 300 meters The Meridian Column Departure from port • departure and arrival at Port of Hammerfest: Skansen after the event, and can be seen today. Duration: 1 hour 10 hours / 434 km Today Hammerfest is a small, modern town The Churches in Hammerfest The Meridian Column is situated app. Fishing trip with optional stop at a bird North Cape and Sapmi Theme Park with approximately 9,200 inhabitants. The main Duration: Minimum 30 min 2 kilometers from the center of Hammerfest. nesting cliff • departure at Port of Hammerfest and arrival industries are service, natural gas, fishing and The protestant church was built in 1961, and is The column was erected in 1852 to commemo- Duration: 2 - 4 hour at Port of Honningsvåg: 13 hours / 509 km tourism. It is a natural starting point for travel- the sixth church in the history of Hammerfest. rate the international measurement of the earth's With the boat “Arcticus” you can experience the • departure and arrival Port of Hammerfest: ers who want to explore this area. The modern church has a very distinctive archi- size and shape. The project was a co-operation surroundings of Hammerfest, try deep sea fish- 16 hours / 691 km tecture. It symbolizes the holy trinity as well as between Russia, Norway and Sweden. The Royal and Ancient Polar Bear resembling stockfish drying racks, which are Distance from port down town: 2 km Society typical for the northern part of Norway. This Duration: 30 min church also arranges short organ concerts for A tour of the Town by Car or Bus The museum located very close to Quay no. 1 groups. Duration: Minimum 1 hour Name & contacts Hammerfest Port was founded in 1963. The exhibition consists The northernmost is located It is possible to see and hear about Hammerfest of both historical evidence as well as arctic in Hammerfest. St. Michaels Church, was built with a trained local guide. An option is orga- Address: P.O. Box 123, N-Hammerfest animals. The society is exclusive, as you have after Word War II. nized tours by bus, but it is also possible to hire Phone: (+47) 78 40 74 00 Pilot: channel 12 Charts: Norwegian chart no: 98, 99, 101 and 489 to appear personally to become a member, Distance from port: 300 - 400 meters a guide and go in a private car. During Fax: (+47) 78 40 74 01 Emergency: channel 16 BA char no: 43000, 43015 and 43079 International Access code: 00 Hammerfest Port: channel 12/16 E-mail: [email protected] Port facilities

Passengers terminal: No Quay Length Depth Open: 24 hrs Pilotage compulsory: No Bunkering: Yes Quay 1 170 m 7-12 m Air draught: No restrictions Tugs available: yes Garbage disposal: yes Quay 2 75 m 7-12 m Anchorage available: yes Tidal movement/range: 2,8 m Water: Yes Quay 9 142 m 11 m and deeper Shuttle service: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Ship tenders allowed: yes Ship stay maximum: No limitation ISPS approved: Yes • North Cape Cruise Port Public information

Tourist Information: On pier Guide Service: Every major language- 16 certified city guides Tax refund: At the pier Bus: Modern sightseeing buses Shopping: On pier and in city centre 100m from pier Nearest airport: Valan Airport Taxi: Taxi available Emergency: North Cape Doctor Office Honningsvaag, 2 km

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Honningsvåg Port is the gateway to the North Cape. It is the largest cruise port in Northern Norway with about 100 cruise calls during the summer season every year. The port can accommodate four cruise vessels at the same time, close to the town centre. Honningsvåg boasts an extraordinary deep-water harbour where even the largest cruise vessels

54 such as the Splendour of the Seas and Rotterdam can tie up right next to the fishing harbour. Vessels can enter or leave 55 by day or night without difficulty. Due to its important location and good infrastructure, Honningsvåg is a major port in northern Norway.

Attractions/excursions

cod season. You will find major fishing villages through the last 10.000 years, and the history of in the vicinity. If you love fish, you must visit our North Cape tourism. cafés and restaurants for a superb fish dinner at Distance from Honningsvåg Port: Walking dis- reasonable prices. Inhabitants of Honningsvåg tance are known for their sense of humour, quick wit and urban life style. Kirkeporten (the church door) Duration: 2 hours Honningsvåg Church the largest colony in northern Europe of Puffins, you on fishing trips. They know every fishing The North Cape Plateau is an unusual mountain formation and land- Duration: 0 hours as well as sea eagles and cormorants. Bird safa- spot that is worth knowing, and offers a ”catch Duration: 3,5 hours mark. Kirkeporten is an old Sami sacrificial site. The church, built in 1885, was the only ries by boat, incl. deep-sea fishing opportunities, guarantee”. The fish can be cooked by the locals 307 metres above the sea - marks the north- The world´s northernmost caming-ground is building left standing in Honningsvåg are offered daily. and eaten fresh on board, or brought back for ernmost point in Europe. Located 35 km from located at the nearby fishing village. after the Second World War. It is one of a Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 34 km your own preparation. Honningsvåg, this majestic cliff formation rep- Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 24 km total of 12 churches in Northern Norway At this safari it is also possible to arrange a resenting the final frontier to the Arctic Ocean which escaped the flames of autumn 1944. North Cape Safari walking trip all the way up to the North Cape has long been a destination for both adventurers When the locals returned to Honningsvåg in the Duration: 2 - 4 hours (”requires average fitness and skills”). and royalty. Over time, thousands of thrill-hun- spring of 1945, this House of God became their Experience this very secure ”Deep Sea Rafting” Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 25 km gry tourists from across the world have flocked natural home and meeting place. from a 20 ft. raft. This is an exciting tour through here. The North Cape is one of Scandinavia´s Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 500 m the coastal arctic wilderness. Incredible oppor- Sami Camp most popular tourist attractions. A visit to the tunities for memorable photos. Duration: 2 hours North Cape should include the North Cape Hall. Gjesværtappan Bird Safari Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 100 m A visit at a local sami camp explains and presents At the North Cape, the midnight sun can be seen Duration: 2 - 4 hours traditional sami history, life and culture. Sale of on 77 nights of the year - weather permitting. To This nature reserve consists of 100 smaller Deep Sea Fishing duodji - sami handicraft, silverware, as well as Bounded by the Barents Sea, , be pictured next to the Globe landmark, perhaps islands. Almost 3 mill. nesting birds are gath- Duration: 2 - 4 hours other unique tools for hunting and fishing. Norway´s northernmost municipality, comprises with the midnight sun in attendance, is positive ered at the same time, and you can experience At Skarsvåg fishing village local fishermen take Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 6 km Magerøya island and the mainland surrounding proof that you have visited the North Cape. the mouth of the Fjord. Honningsvåg Distance from Honningsvåg Port: 35 km is the administrative centre of the municipality and the county´s biggest tourist and cultural The North Cape Museum centre, visited by 250.000 tourists annually. Duration: 0 hours Name & contacts Honningsvåg Port Authority Nordkapp is also a major fishing municipality, is a coastal heritage museum with a permanent attracting thousands of commercial fishermen display of exhibits on the following topics: daily Address: P.O. Box 262 N-9751 Honningsvaag Pilot: channel 13 Charts: Norwegian chart 103 from other parts of the country during the spring life and fishing along the Arctic coast down Phone: (+47)78 47 64 50 Fax: (+47) 78 47 21 95 Emergency: channel 16 E-mail: [email protected] International Access code: 00 Honningsvåg Port: channel 12 Internet: www.nordkapp.kommune.com

Port facilities

Pilotage compulsory: As Norwegain pilot regulations Bunkering: Yes Quay Length Depth Fuel Open: 24 hrs Tugs available: If ordered in advance Garbage disposal: yes Pier 1 125 m 8 m Yes Air draught: None Tidal movement/range: 2,80 m Water: Yes Pier 3 125 m* 10 m Yes Anchorage available: yes Ship stay minimum: No limitation Provisions: Yes Pier West 115 m 7 m Yes Shuttle service: No Ship stay maximum: No limitation Banking at terminal: No Pier South 80 m 6 m Yes Ship tenders allowed: yes Passengers terminal: No ISPS approved: Yes * Can accommodate cruiseships to a max length of 278m Longyearbyen Cruise Port Public information

Events: Sunfest week (March), Polarjazz, (January/February), Svalbard Ski Marathon (April/May), Spitsbergen Marathon (June), Midnight sun (April-August) Tourist Information: In central town, at the museum Guide Service: Every major language, certified city guides Tax refund: Svalbard is a tax free area Ice conditions: The Gulf Stream keeps the West Coast ice-free from June to November Cruise Season: From June - September Average Bus: Sightseeing buses Shopping: In city centre 1,8 km from pier Nearest airport: Longyear Airport, temperature: (C) In cruise season 4 Port Information: www.portlongyear.no Tourist Information: www.svalbard.net Taxi: Taxi available Emergency: Longyearbyen Hospital Svalbard, 3km TEN - The heart of the Arctic BRÅ KJ ETI L Spitsbergen and Longyearbyen are among the most exotic destinations in Europe. Spitsbergen, Nordaustlandet, Bjørnøya, Prins Karls Forland, Kong Karls Land, Kvitøya, Moffen, Sjuøyene and are the largest islands of the PH OTO: archipelago in the Polar Region.

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TEN There are plenty of sports and cultural events in BRÅ Longyearbyen. A sports hall with a swimming

KJ ETI L pool is a popular focal point for many of the sports activities. Lectures and talks on various PH OTO: topics are regularly organised, often at the uni- versity. Many famous musicians and artists visit Svalbard during the year and there are many exhibitions, concerts and other special events, particularly during the weekends.

Arctic Boat Trips The archipelago, formed several million years Longyearbyen is the starting point for a number ago, has a unique environment with high, snow- of various boat trips. Day trips to the Russian covered mountains - 60% covered by glaciers- community are popular, or come Collection. Thomas Widerberg has photo-grap- spectacular rock formations and low growing along on an evening excursion to Sassenfjorden, hed and put together a collage of images on the colourful flora. past the mighty Tempel mountain where many topic “Arctic Light Over Svalbard”. Occasionally There are great many different species of animal bird species live and thrive. These trips take the gallery organises temporary exhibitions and Svalbard Museum In connection with the relocation, many objects Accommodation and meals life. Seals, walruss, polarbear and whales have you to impressive glaciers, like the Tunabreen concerts. There is also an art centre at Gallery The museum is located in the Gateway to are transported back to Svalbard to be included There is a wide range of accommodation alter- their habitat all along the coast. glacier, with its enormous glacier front. Svalbard where artists produce handcraft items Svalbard (Svalbardporten). The exhibition pre- in the museum expositions. natives available in Longyearbyen, everything Longyearbyen is the seat of local government and as well as other artwork. sents fragments of Svalbard's 400 years history from small, cosy guesthouses to full-service, Norway’s main administrative centre on Svalbard. Distance from Longyearbyen Port: 3,5 km and describes factors that help support life and There are several activities available for visiters high quality hotels. During certain periods there The small colourful community of approx. 2 000 the activities taking place here, which together to Svalbard all year round, but many activities is a great demand for accommodation, so we inhabitants has developed from being a typical Svalbard Church reveal the close relationship between sea and are only available during certain seasons. In recommend that you make reservations well mining community into a community with a In addition to the regularly scheduled church land, nature and culture history. At the museum, Longyearbyen you will find activites like: Arctic in advance of your trip. Cafes, pubs and excel- number of businesses and industries and a wide services, Svalbard Church is also used for a you can get an insight into everything from Sea Rafting, barbecue, boat trips, fossil hunting, lent restaurants offer everything from simple range of cultural activities and opportunities. In number of other activities. A large and cosy the discovery of Svalbard, 17th century whaling glacier crossing, hikes, mining tours, rubber boat and inexpensive to the most exquisite menus, general, the population of Longyearbyen is rather fireplace lounge in the church is open a couple history, expeditions, winter trapping techniques, tours, sightseeing, horse-back riding trips, kaya- including many Arctic specialities. young, with many small children. of evenings a week, so that you can drop by flora, fauna, and geology and mining history. king, dog-team sled trips, snowmobile trips etc. Leisure and cultural activities abound. Since for a cup of coffee and read newspapers. Both there are no roads between the settlement Gallery Svalbard concerts and lectures are offered from time to areas on Svalbard, snowmobiles and boats are Gallery Svalbard displays a number of artworks time in the church premises. Svalbard Church '*"Adc\nVgWnZc a common means of transportation. Locals are made by Kåre Tveter featuring wonderful also organises excursions featuring outdoor Name & contacts Longyearbyen Port Authority very fond of outdoor activities, as well as taking Svalbard motifs. The gallery also houses a church services. weekend trips to cabins and huts. unique map and book collection; the Svalbard Distance from Longyearbyen Port: 1 km Address: P.O. Box 475, N-9171 Longyearbyen Emergency: channel 16 Phone: (+47) 79 02 23 00/91 12 23 00 Lonyearbyen Port: channel 12 E-mail: [email protected]/[email protected] Fax: (+47) 79 02 23 01 Charts: 513, 523, 524 Internet: www.portlongyear.no

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