From the village of Geiranger, the road climbs relentlessly toward Dalsnibba, at 1,500 m, one of the most spectacular road viewpoints over a Norwegian fjord.
A long, steady climb from the fjord
From Geiranger, almost at sea level, it’s about 20 km for 1,500 m of elevation gain up to the Dalsnibba viewpoint. The winding but generally well-graded road climbs in stages through several vegetation zones before reaching the alpine tundra.
A unique panorama over the Geirangerfjord
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Geirangerfjord reveals its full depth from Dalsnibba, offering a plunging view that’s rare for a point reachable by paved road.
How to approach the ride
It’s worth packing an extra layer for the summit, where the temperature can drop several degrees compared with fjord level, even in the height of summer.
When to climb it
June to September, since the road is only cleared and opened once the snow has melted at altitude, like most of Norway’s major mountain roads.
Good to know
The descent back to Geiranger passes the Seven Sisters and the Suitor, two iconic waterfalls of the fjord visible directly from the road.
