Balestrand

Holmen Balestrand2 - Balestrand. Balestrand is a small charming village on the edge of the Sognefjorden|Sognefjord in Sogn og Fjordane.

Introduction to Balestrand

Balestrand has long history as a tourist resort. This little village was one of the favorites of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany. For more than 20 years the Kaiser on his «Hohenzollern» and a flotilla of naval ships, including several hundred staffs and troops, "invaded" Sognefjord. Days after the fatal shots in Saravjevo 1914 and the Kaiser again headed for vacation in Norway. On July 25th 1914 the Kaiser left Balestrand, war broke out July 28th and he never returned.

Travel to Balestrand

Fly to Balestrand

The closest airport is either Sogndal (IATA Flight Code: SOG) or Førde (IATA Flight Code: FDE). The closest international airport is Bergen (IATA Flight Code: BGO).

Travel by Bus to Balestrand

There are express buses three times a day from Oslo. There are local buses five times a day from Førde and five times a day from Sogndal.

Travel by boat to Balestrand

Express boat two times a day from Bergen, in the summer. Only once daily during winter, 1 September - 30Apr. Once daily from Flåm, 1May-30September. Twice daily from Flåm, 21June - 17August. These routes are operated by 1.no/eng Fjord1]. The ferry terminus is in located in the centre of Balestrand, less than ten minutes from any of the hotels.

How to travel to Balestrand by car

There are two roads into Balestrand:

• Route 55 from Sogndal and across the Sognefjell mountain area between Luster and Lom. and is the highest mountain pass in Northern Europe (highest point 1430 meters) and it has been awarded the status of National Tourist Route because of the stunning and wild mountain scenery it passes through. From the west route 55 connects to E39 at Vadheim.
• Route 13:
• From the south connections to Hardanger and Bergen through Voss and Vikafjell pass (ferry from Vangsnes)
• From the north connections E39 through Gaularfjell mountain pass which is also a national tourist route.

Get Around in Balestrand

GPS 61.2044|6.5295 Balestrand is small so it takes no longer than 15-20 minutes to walk from one side to another.

What to See

• Street Olavs Church - The English church | 61.20759,6.53434 ☎ +47 57 69 16 17 Free admission Street Olaf's Church, Balestrand Anglican church built in 1897 with Norwegian stave churches as a model.
• Sognefjord Aquarium 61.21052,6.53545 ☎ +47 57 69 13 03 Opening Hours: 01 May–15 September 09:00–19:00 Adults: kr 70, Children: kr 35 A small aquarium with examples of sealife found in the fjord. There are no English descriptions in the exhibit but they do have an English brochure at the front desk.
• Kvamsøy church Kvamsøy island 61.1288,6.4845 10 kilometers (6 mi) south of Balestrand - Medieval church built in the 13th century. An appointment is needed to visit the church.
• The golden House - Det gylne hus - 61.20994,6.53766 ☎ +47 915 62 842 Opening Hours: Open daily in the summer Art gallery.
• Haukaas Enamel workshop Dragsvik 61.2176,6.5528 ☎ +47 57 69 14 19 Opening Hours: Open all year An appointment is needed to visit the workshop.

Muslim Travel Tips

• There is a nature trail up the hill from Balestrand and numerous other marked hikes go through the woods and along ridges up to the tops of mountains with plenty of great views of the fjord. Some can be turned into very long circular routes (about 8 hours). Maps and more information for these can be obtained from the tourist information office or your hotel reception.
• There are some trips on small boats out into the fjord as well as the regular large daily ferries to Fjærland Glacier and Vik stave church.
• Cars can be rented from Kviknes hotel in Balestrand or from one of the larger towns nearby. One of the National tourist routes of Norway runs from Balestrand along some smaller fjords and up into the Gaularfjell mountains a truly beautiful road and landscape. Bicycles can also be rented from Balestrand tourist information.
• Balejazz , - Opening Hours: 08–10 May 2015 Jazz festival.

Shopping in Balestrand

For groceries and there are Coop and Joker shops both less than 5 minutes walking distance from the ferry terminal.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Balestrand

Most people eat in their hotels, which have excellent restaurants or meals included.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Balestrand

Ramadan 2025 in Balestrand

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Kviknes Hotel Kviknevegen 8 61.20905,6.53823 ☎ +47 57 69 42 00 +47 57694201 Kviknes Hotel A beautiful Swiss chalet-style hotel located right near the boat terminus. Over the years, a number of celebrities have stayed there. Excellent views of the fjord and mountains. Breakfast and dinner included.
• Midtnes Hotel Kong Beles veg 33 61.20740,6.53366 ☎ +47 57 69 42 40 +47 57691584 Single: kr 790-950, Double: kr 850-1290 Guesthouse with friendly staff and excellent views of the fjord from the breakfast room. They don't take cards, so be sure you have enough cash.
• Kringsjå Hotell - Balestrand Hostel / Vandrerhjem - Lærargata 9 61.20927,6.53345 ☎ +47 57 69 13 03 Dorm: kr 290, Double: kr 890-990 (10% discount with HI membership)
• Balestrand Hotel Kong Beles veg 41 61.20691,6.53305 ☎ +47 57 69 11 38 Single: kr 700-850, Double: kr 1040-1340 Open 12 May–07 September 2014.
• Sjøtun Camping Sjøtunsvegen 1 61.20221,6.53173 ☎ +47 950 67 261 Tent: kr 110 + 30 per person, Cabin: kr 300-400 + 30 per person, Bed linen: kr 60
• Veganeset Camping Dragsvik 15 61.21590,6.56101 ☎ +47 57 69 16 12 Opening Hours: 20 May–15 September 08:00–23:00
• Esefjorden Camping 61.2295,6.4860 ☎ +47 48 26 28 78

Go Next

• Route 13 towards Førde via Gaularfjellet mountain pass, national tourist route.
• Route 55 to Sogndal is a scenic drive along the fjord.
• By boat to Fjærland to see the glacier. Thit is a beautiful voyage in the narrow fjord, neighbored by high mountains. Advanced booking is recommended, but not necessary. The route is operated by
• Fjord1 - ☎ +47 55907070

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