A road trip planned by Michael Brotherton over 5 days with 140 stops.
Countries: NOR, DNK, DEU, NLD, BEL, FRA, GBR
From 2026-08-31T23:00:00.000Z to 2026-09-04T23:00:00.000Z
8006 Bodø, Norway
Nice Town so a possible stop and visit place
8050 Tverlandet, Norway
8050 Tverlandet, Norway
8050 Tverlandet, Norway
An alternative detour to the E6, with a magnificent view of the ocean and archipelago.A journey of contrasts, and a drive where you will experience close contact with the coast and glaciers. The road follows the coast but its character changes underway, from the long line of peaks in the north to the fiords and mountains, before the scenery turns into a gentler mix of skerries, islets and larger islands out at sea. Scenic Route Helgelandskysten is the longest of the 18 Norwegian Scenic Routes. The six ferry trips, as well as the contrasts the route presents, make it important to set aside plenty of time for this drive.
8056 Saltstraumen, Norway
Godøystraumen is one of several tidal streams along the Helgeland coast.
8145 Storvik, Norway
The stone-vault bridge in Storvika bay connects the rest area with a mile-long sandy beach directly below.
8145 Storvik, Norway
At Ureddplassen you find a nine-metre-wide terrace with a wide view over the fiord and towards the open sea, Fugløya, Lofotveggen (“the Lofoten Wall”).
8178 Halsa, Norway
The Braset rest area is a vantage point for admiring the Engenbreen, a mighty branch of the Svartisen glacier.
Halsa, Norway
Ågskardet, Norway
8187 Jektvik, Norway
The village of Jektvik lies on the south bank of the Værangen fjord in Rødøy municipality. From here ferries go to Kilboghamn.
8754 Øresvik, Norway
8735 Stokkvågen, Norway
Grønsvik Coastal Fort was established by the German occupying power in 1942.
8725 Utskarpen, Norway
The Hellåga rest area lies by the Sjonafjord, with steps that curve gently down the steep rocks to the water.
Nesna, Norway
Leirfjord, Norway
8800 Sandnessjøen, Norway
In Sandnessjøen, you’ll find a vibrant coastal town with cosy restaurants, cafés, boating life, and a lively summer atmosphere full of events and people.
8860 Tjøtta, Norway
Vevelstad, Norway
8976 Vevelstad, Norway
Brønnøysund, Norway
8909 Brønnøysund, Norway
Torghatten southwest of Brønnøysund is a well-known landmark along the coast of Norway and one of the most visited attractions in the region.
8908 Brønnøysund, Norway
Trælvikosen, with its 55 stepping stones, is a place for quiet amazement at the shifts of nature.
8920 Sømna, Norway
Rest area with toilet facilities and jetty.
Sømna, Norway
Bindalseidet, Norway
7982 Bindalseidet, Norway
7980 Terråk, Norway
7863 Overhalla, Norway
7750 Namdalseid, Norway
7790 Malm, Norway
7100 Rissa, Norway
Stadsbygd, Norway
7070 Bosberg, Norway
7257 Snillfjord, Norway
7200 Kyrksæterøra, Norway
6690 Aure, Norway
6590 Tustna, Norway
Kristiansund Municipality, Norway
6511 Kristiansund Municipality, Norway
Can visit Kristiansund if its worth it (do some research).The road across the sea” is the iconic experience with bridges that arch between the islets and reefs along the rough Hustadvika Bay.Atlanterhavsvegen - the Atlantic Road - is a visual delight as it curves elegantly from islet to islet over its seven bridges. Nature and modern engineering meet and create this highly unique driving experience.The trip takes you from the fertile cultural landscape of the coast across moorland to bare crags along the weather-beaten, open bay of Hustadvika. Take time to watch the sun disappearing below the horizon from here. Atlanterhavsvegen has been described as the world’s most beautiful drive.
6532 Averøy, Norway
Kalvåg, one of Fjord Norway's best preserved fishing villages, is situated out at the ocean’s edge on the island of Frøya in Bremanger municipality.
6532 Averøy, Norway
Short walks to hilltops and back down to the water provide panoramic views over the archipelago.
6532 Averøy, Norway
The elevated Rest Stop hiking path at Eldhusøya island is a round trip that everybody can manage, and it stays open every day, all year.
Averøy, Norway
Skåla, Norway
Can drive around the fjord as an option)
Åfarnes, Norway
6300 Åndalsnes, Norway
Scenic train To Bjorli and back. Can combine with a cable car ticket from Andalsnes to Nesaksla. Will see Trallveggen (Troll Wall). You can reach the Rampestreken viewpoint in Åndalsnes, Norway, by hiking the steep 1.5 to 2-hour Romsdalstrappa trail (approx. 7.5 km round trip). Alternatively, take the Romsdalen Gondola to the top of Nesaksla and walk down the steep trail for about 15-20 minutes.
6300 Åndalsnes, Norway
Observation Deck (not sure how to get to it - seems to be trails from the town or Nesaksla )
6300 Åndalsnes, Norway
A driving experience along a tourist route rich in tradition with the dramatic scenery that is distinctive to Western Norway.A driving experience along a long-established scenic route with the dramatic west coast scenery of mountains and fiords, attracting tourists travelling by road or by boat.Geiranger-Trollstigen offers numerous highlights, and the eleven hairpin bends of Trollstigen as well as the view from Ørnesvingen down to the Geiranger fiord may set your pulse racing.
6300 Åndalsnes, Norway
Trollstigen brings you into close contact with the wild and wonderful landscape. Stop at the plateau and viewpoint
6210 Valldal, Norway
The viewing point at Gudbrandsjuvet gorge is beautifully located in the Valldalen valley, with precipitous mountainsides, the river and the gorge.Gudbrandsjuvet is a 5 metre narrow and 20–25 metre high ravine through which the Valldøla River forces itself. The ravine is easily accessible from main road route 63 between Valldal and Trollstigen
6210 Valldal, Norway
Amazing Small place
6212 Liabygda, Norway
Stranda, Norway
6200 Stranda, Norway
Strandafjellet Gondola: Located at the nearby Mount Stranda ski resort, the gondola takes visitors to 1,042 meters for views of the fjord, Storfjord, and surrounding mountains.
Valldal, Norway
5743 Flåm, Norway
One of the worlds most beatiful train journeys Need ro book months in advance. go early to avoid cruises. Stops at the Kjpsfossen waterfall. Can we combine the Flam railway with the Bergen Line?
5743 Flåm, Norway
Cruise the Naeroyfjord & Aurlandsfjotd. Can combine the Railway and Cruise for a "Norway in a Nutshell" tour
5704 Voss, Norway
The gondola takes you from the train- and bus station in Voss to Mount Hanguren (820 masl) in under nine minutes. NEED TICKETSAt the top station you get a panoramic view to many of the mountains surrounding Voss. You'll also find a variety of activities here - in the summertime you can go hiking, or visit the restaurant and café and simply enjoy the view
5282 Lonevåg, Norway
Kossdalssvingane is a scenic, historic, and family-friendly hiking trail on Osterøy island near Bergen, Norway, featuring 17 dramatic hairpin turns built in the late 19th century. The roughly 3-6 km, 1.5-2 hour, moderate hike offers stunning panoramic views, lush forests, and a gravel road surface suitable for walking. Hiking Trail (Combine with lunch at Den Grøne Fabrikken”)
5281 Valestrandsfossen, Norway
5111 Breistein, Norway
5014 Bergen, Norway
To Mount Floyen. Panoramic views and hiking
5003 Bergen, Norway
Access to fjords Sognefjorf & Hardangerfjord by cruises.. Day Trip from the Harbour
5021 Bergen, Norway
Cable Car to top and walk down or vice versa. Incredible views
5211 Os, Norway
Fusa, Norway
5600 Norheimsund, Norway
Walk safe and dry behind one of Norway's most popular waterfalls. Steinsdalsfossen near Norheimsund, is easily accessible right next to the road.
5612 Steinstø, Norway
The rest area at Steinstøberget occupies an idyllic spot with a view over the Hardagerfjord and the Folgefonna glacier.
Tau, Norway
The Worlds longest and deepest undersea tunnel
4010 Stavanger, Norway
Lovely relaxed town
4044 Hafrsfjord, Norway
Nice walk along fjordNice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly 9 km. New parking lot with access via Regimentveien.
4053 Ræge, Norway
4352 Kleppe, Norway
This is a road that differs to some extent from many other scenic routes, it’s quite simply a regular all-purpose road. To get the strongest impressions, you should probably stop the car, or perhaps take the time to drive along some of the little side roads. The coastal landscape is unique and completely unlike anything you will find in other parts of Norway.Take the time to drive on some of the small side roads. The idyllic Sogndalsstranda is a great experience. Detours down to pebbles and sand dunes provide exciting experiences of the sea and light, lighthouses and cultural heritage.
4352 Kleppe, Norway
Borestranda is a long, fine-grained sand beach with an infinite horizon out at sea.
4352 Kleppe, Norway
The recreation centre at Orrestranda beach is an information centre for outdoor life and environmental protection.
4343 Orre, Norway
Refsnesstranda is a popular destination along Scenic Route Jæren.The southern parts of the beach mostly consist of sand dunes, while the northern parts have pebbles. A modern aluminium toilet building has been put up at the beach. From here, a wooden deck path runs down to the sand dunes. The new building has an outdoor shower, a rinse-off station and a bench to sit on.
4360 Varhaug, Norway
Rest area with toilet facilities and storm-watching cabin.
4363 Brusand, Norway
Kvassheim lighthouse was erected in Ognabukten bay in 1912.
4380 Hauge i Dalane, Norway
Sogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets and small shops and galleries and a salmon . Sogndalstranda is a pearl! Cosy old houses. Sogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets and small shops and galleries and a salmon river is floating through the village.
6494 Vevang, Norway
If you head out to the coastal path at Vevang, you will see several pieces of a white columnar shape that meander along the coastal rock.
6444 Farstad, Norway
Farstadanden in Hustadvika is an easily accessible recreation area along Scenic Route Atlanterhavsvegen.
6444 Farstad, Norway
6433 Hustad, Norway
The viewing point at Askevågen provides opportunity for a close encounter with the Atlantic Ocean. The platform is located at the end of the breakwater.
6430 Bud, Norway
The viewing point at Kjeksa lies near the fishing village of Bud on Atlanterhavsvegen. From the rest area a magnificent view opens to the shipping lane.
6408 Aureosen, Norway
6413 Molde, Norway
Eidsdal, Norway
6216 Geiranger, Norway
Ørnevegen is the name of the eleven hairpin bends that ascend the steep, verdant hillside from Geiranger towards Eidsdal.
6216 Geiranger, Norway
** This is a return journey so may want to look at staying overnight locally ** Europe’s highest fjord views from a road - at 1,500 metres. Enjoy amazing views of Geirangerfjord and snow-capped mountains. Asphalted road to the top, so you don’t have to walk.The Geiranger Skywalk viewpoint is located on the Dalsnibba mountain at an elevation of 1,500 metres with an iron grid floor and glass guard rail. With a sheer drop of around 500 m beneath you and a mountain breeze blowing gently from below, you’ll feel like you’re floating. Here you can enjoy spectacular unobstructed views of the fjord, mountains, Blåbreen glacier and Geiranger.
6216 Geiranger, Norway
Storseterfossen Waterfall (Can walk bejond it (but have to walk there)
Geiranger, Norway
Will see the waterfalls from the ferry
Geiranger, Møre og Romsdal, Norway
The Seven Sisters waterfall (Dei Sju Systrene) in Geirangerfjord, Norway, is best viewed from the car ferry operating between Geiranger and Hellesylt. The falls, plunging 410 meters, are most impressive during the snow melt period from May to July, with the best viewing on the right side of the fjord when departing Geiranger.
Møre og Romsdal, Norway
6218 Hellesylt, Norway
6218 Hellesylt, Norway
Hellesylt-Åsen Trail: A 6.6 km circular hiking trail providing higher-altitude views of the area.
6218 Hellesylt, Norway
Hellesyltfossen Waterfall: Situated in the center of the village, this large, scenic waterfall can be viewed from a bridge or a walking path.
6218 Hellesylt, Norway
Ljøen/Ljøbrekka Viewpoint: Located just outside Hellesylt, this spot offers a panoramic view over the Sunnylvsfjord and the entrance to the Geirangerfjord.
6783 Stryn, Norway
Lovely Town
6789 Loen, Norway
Loen Skywalk/skylift ro Mount Hoven from Innvikfjorden. Lovatnet - Norways most beatuful lake. Can walk back down in teh summer
6788 Olden, Norway
Breathtaking Scenery (Nice camp site)
6788 Olden, Norway
Oldedalen Valley in Nordfjord is a fairytale valley between Olden and Briksdalen where you can experience wild and beautiful nature. The valley features steep mountains, cascading waterfalls, lake Oldevatnet and scenic trails, with opportunities to explore nature, viewpoints and nearby glaciers.
Briksdalsbre, Vestland, Norway
Kleivafossen is a powerful 37-meter waterfall in Vestland, Norway, located along the popular hiking trail to the Briksdal Glacier. Fed by glacial meltwater, it is known for its intense flow, misty viewing bridge, and for being one of Norway's most photographed, accessible waterfalls.
6826 Byrkjelo, Norway
Kaupanger, Norway
Lærdal, Norway
Lærdal, Norway
Will be returning in the tunnel. Possibly
6887 Lærdal, Norway
Sluppen rest area is a popular stop on the Norwegian Scenic Route Aurlandsfjellet.The area is located along the narrow and winding County Road 243 ascending from Lærdal, with a splendid view and ample access to trails and a beautiful waterfall.What used to be a parking lay-by has now been upgraded to a simple rest area with room for four cars and a picnic table with universal access. On a specially prepared footpath with benches, people can stroll down to the river and access the waterfall on a simpler trail.
5745 Aurland, Norway
The elegant viewing platform at Stegastein gives an illusion of hovering in space. Dramatic Views fot not much effort
5745 Aurland, Norway
5745 Aurland, Norway
5745 Aurland, Norway
If we want to drive the worlds longest road tunnel we join it here and it takes us back to the start of the Scenic Route
5743 Flåm, Norway
Flåm is a renowned Norwegian village located at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, famous for the spectacular Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana), dramatic mountain scenery, and as a popular cruise port within the UNESCO-listed fjords.
5614 Ålvik, Norway
In a small bay outside Ålvik on Hardangerfjorden, we have built a “fairytale toilet” unlike anything anyone has ever seen before
5736 Granvin, Norway
Kvanndal is a nice place to stop between Granvin and Norheimsund. Here you will find a toilet building and rest area close by the Hardanger fiord
5736 Granvin, Norway
Skjervsfossen is one of the most accessible waterfalls in Voss as you can park right nearby. From Voss, you drive east along Hardangervegen for about 15 minutes (16km). Take a left towards "Skjervsfossen". You will first notice the top of the waterfall together with some public toilets. Remember to take a look inside - they are actually rated one of the best designed public toilets. After that, you drive down a cool zigzag road to the parking spot. From there you can walk all the way up to the waterfall. If there’s a lot of water, bring a raincoat - because you will get wet!
5785 Vøringsfoss, Norway
This is quite a long detour back along the same route. May be worth an overnight stay
5785 Vøringsfoss, Norway
Park at the main parking lot by the Fossli Hotel or at Fossatromma (next to Route 7). Walk the paths (marked in green on the map) around the Vøringsfossen area. These include the spectacular step-bridge and the viewing platforms below the Fossli Hotel and near Fossatromma. We recommend 0.5-1,5 hours for the walk around the Vøringsfossen area. The walk is not difficult, but parts of it might be slippery and you will need good sneakers.
5780 Kinsarvik, Norway
It’s no secret that Hardanger is like a picture postcard, and almost everywhere you look you will be feasting your eyes on thundering waterfalls or fruit trees in bloom.The roads in Hardanger impose their own pace and you must adapt to the natural tempo. The road may follow a shelf along a steep-sided valley or it may literally pass through an apple orchard. The nature in the area has given rise to boat building, fruit farms and industry.
5773 Hovland, Norway
Espenes is a great stop along Sørfjorden on the road between Kinsarvik and Odda.
5750 Odda, Norway
Plenty to see and do (near to Lattefossen waterfall)
5763 Skare, Norway
5598 Fjæra, Norway
5598 Fjæra, Norway
Can get a boat to the base of the waterfall. Langfoss is located in the Åkrafjord, 1.5 hours from Haugesund and 40 min. from Hardanger. Experience the waterfall on a hike or on a fjord cruise for groups.Can also drive. Can get a boat from Fjaera
5760 Røldal, Norway
The drive along Scenic Route Ryfylke is a journey full of contrasts. Here you will encounter high barren mountains, lush hillsides, steep mountainsides and deep fiords. The Saudafjellet mountain displays distinctive natural features. It is rough, rugged and unyielding. Since Ryfylke is a long and varied route, it is worth taking your time. There are lots of opportunities for short detours and breaks along the way, whether you are keen to find out more about Sauda’s industrial history or just want to explore one of the lovely little shore villages such as Sand.
4244 Nesflaten, Norway
Where the Flesefossen waterfall runs down the mountainside, you will find the largest rest area along National Road 13 between Sand and Røldal.
4244 Nesflaten, Norway
On National Road 13 (Rv 13), just north of Nesflaten, lies Juvo rest area, a small stopping point in a dramatic landscape.
4230 Sand, Norway
Really nice town to visit
4230 Sand, Norway
The viewing point Lovra lies hidden in the forest south of Sand in Suldal municipality.
Skiftun, Norway
Hjelmeland, Norway
4110 Forsand, Norway
HøllesliA path will take you through a rock-cut passage out towards the majestic view of Lysefjorden.
4105 Jørpeland, Norway
Can get a shuttle bus to Pulpit Rock early in the morning to avoid parking and the crowds
4400 Flekkefjord, Norway
Street art, a quaint and historic Dutch Quarter, rail biking, and idyllic nature await in Flekkefjord. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Experience the scenic Flekkefjord Line on a rail bike between Flekkefjord and Sira. A memorable journey through 17 tunnels, beautiful nature, and local history
4514 Mandal, Norway
Mandal is the kind of place that redefines what you expect from a coastal town. It hums with a friendly energy from sun up till late, the kind of warmth you feel from locals who greet strangers like neighbours. Lovely Friendly Town
Kristiansand, Norway
9850 Hirtshals, Denmark
Le Tunnel, Coquelles, France
Ashford Road, Folkestone, UK
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5745 Aurland, Norway