Geiranger–Trollstigen National Scenic Route
One of Norway's most famous national scenic routes, linking the Geirangerfjord, the 11 hairpin bends of the Ørnevegen (Eagle Road), and the 11 hairpin bends of the Trollstigen (Troll Road).
The Geiranger–Trollstigen is one of Norway's 18 national scenic routes. It follows County Road 63 from Langvatnet through Geiranger, the Eidsdal ferry crossing and Valldal, to the Trollstigen and Sunndalsøra, covering about 104 km. The southern section descends from the plateau into Geiranger. A toll side road can take you up to the Dalsnibba viewpoint (about 1,500 m), overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage Geirangerfjord, and there is also the Flydalsjuvet gorge viewpoint. After passing through the village of Geiranger, the Ørnevegen (Eagle Road) climbs the north side of the fjord with 11 hairpin bends, and a viewpoint at one bend faces the direction of the Seven Sisters waterfall. After crossing the Norddalsfjord on the Eidsdal–Linge ferry, the road passes the Valldal strawberry farms and the Gudbrandsdal valley to reach the Trollstigen plateau. At the top, a striking design viewing platform overlooks the 11 hairpin bends and the Stigfossen waterfall. The road then winds down to the Isterdalen valley, where you can continue to Åndalsnes and the Romsdal cable car. The full route takes about three hours without stops. It is recommended to stay one night in Geiranger and see the fjord at dawn. The Trollstigen section is narrow, with gradients of about 9%. Vehicles longer than 13.1 metres are not allowed. In summer, cruise ship days bring heavy traffic, and mountain passes close in winter.