Geirangerfjord

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We boarded MS Midnatsol ("Mid night sun") in Alesund for the cruise up the Geirangerfjord.

We were soon marvelling at the way they guided a 16,000+ tonne ships around rocks and small islands on the way up the fjord.

The ship had a great range of facilities; everything you would expect on a modern cruise ship including a helipad, spa and pool on the back. Bars and restaurant. Being a sunny day they fired up the bar b que on the sun deck, and we had a steak and salad for lunch. Some people were using the on deck spar.

At the top of the fjord (scene bottom of collage) the ship did a 180° turn on the axis, and then just to show off, a full 360° turn on the spot.

 

 

 

This is our furthest point North.

 

 

 

We were treated to continuum of water pouring from all sides of the fjord; now into the full summer melt, particularly after a few warm days.

 

We had some company at the top of the fjord with a number of smaller day cruise boats in the area. At one stage the Captain sounded three blasts on the horn to warn others. The sound echoed around the fjord for some time.

There is a road into the top of Geirangerfjord, which we could see zig zagging down the side. This allows a range of camper vans to access the area.

The area was spectacular in warm sunny conditions 26 degrees plus in an area with snow capped mountains. Brilliant blue skies a rarity in this area with only 4 hours between sunset and sunrise it is never dark!

Road access gives flexibility, but a boat must be the Best way to see the whole fjord in a short time.