Excursion Stave church, troll wall and troll road tour at Andalsnes

Discover the spectacular natural topography and religious history of Norway during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Åndalsnes, Isfjorden Village, Leirheim Farm, Rødven Stave Church

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 35-minute minute drive to the Rødven Stave Church. En route, pass by the village of Isfjorden, noted for its little clothing and woodworking factories, and Leirheim Farm. Upon arrival at the Rødven Stave Church, a visit is made to this historic building, which dates from the 14th century and is now in the possession of the Society for the Preservation of Ancient Norwegian Monuments.

The wooden stave churches of Norway are the most famous and characteristic achievements of medieval Norwegian architecture. The distinguishing feature of their construction is the use of vertical planks, or 'staves', which are either anchored in the ground or connected to a horizontal base.

River Rauma, Mount Romsdalshorn, Trolltindane, Troll Wall

Next, re-board your coach and head back towards Åndalsnes, then proceed along the renowned River Rauma, which abounds with salmon and has been a favourite amongst English anglers for more than a century. To the left, take in splendid views of we have views of the approximately 5,085-foot-high (about 1,550-metre-high) Mount Romsdalshorn. To the right is the Trolltindane, whose towering peaks reach a height of approximately 6,168 feet (about 1800 meters), and Trollveggen, or 'Troll Wall', whose vertical, overhanging wall is over 3,281 feet (about 1,000 metres) in height and popular among mountain-climbers.

Trollstigen Road and Viewpoint, Stigfoss Waterfall

After driving close to the Troll Wall, head further up the valley to the Trollstigen Road (Troll's Road), which winds its way around 11 narrow, hairpin bends blasted out of the mountainside. Halfway up, the Trollstigen Road crosses the Stigfoss Waterfall, which features a fall of approximately 590 feet (about 180 metres). Your last stop is at the Trollstigen Viewpoint, located at the top of Trollstigen Road. Upon arrival, you may opt to ascend the 81 steps to the viewing area for spectacular panoramic views of your surrounds. At the conclusion of your visit, commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier via the same road.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 875 yards (about 800 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, ten steps at the Rødven Stave Church and 81 optional steps to access the Trollstigen Viewpoint. This tour is not suitable for guests with a fear of heights, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of tunnels, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a weatherproof jacket from the ship. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Åndalsnes, Isfjorden Village, Rødven Stave Church, River Rauma, Mount Romsdalshorn, Trolltindane, Troll Wall, Trollstigen Road and Viewpoint, Stigfoss Waterfall

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