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Sognefjord is the longest and largest fjord in Norway and one of the longest in the world. It stretches from the North Sea 205 km inland to the small village of Skjolden, which provides access to Jotunheimen National Park that is notable for its high mountains, glaciers and deep lakes. The fjord has a maximum depth of 1.3 km and average width of 4.5 km. Cliffs surrounding the fjord reach heights of 1700 m. Several rivers pour fresh water into the fjord with an annual "spring" flood in June. Smaller boats connect settlements along the fjord and its sidearms, while large cruise ships such as Queen Mary 2 pass frequently.

Around the upper end of the fjord two of Norway’s famous stave churches at Kaupanger and Urnes are visible on the shoreline. Twelver smaller fjords branch off Sognefjord, such as Aurlandsforden with its village Flåm and the railway that climbs 864 m up to Myrdal Station in a distance of only 20 km. It’s the longest unassisted railway climb in the world. Branching off Aurlandsforden is the beautiful and narrow (at 250m) Nærøyfjord that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has also been rated the world’s number one natural heritage site along with the Geirangerfjord by the National Geographic Society.

About 30,000 inhabitants live in small, idyllic villages along the fjords and in the valleys. The mild climate, fresh air and abundance of lush mountain pastures mean that the Sognefjord area produces fresh fruit, berries, lamb, game, mountain trout and goat cheese. Besides hiking, other popular activities in the area include rafting, mountaineering, rock climbing, summer skiing and mountain biking. Also of interest is the Sognefjord Span, the second largest span of power lines in the world at 4850m. About 95 km into the fjord and 37 km before reaching Flåm, ships pass under the 22 powerline cables.