The picturesque town of Balestrand lies along a beautiful stretch of the Sognefjord surrounded by impressive mountains, orchards and farmland.
Travellers have been visiting this tranquil Norweigan holiday village since the 19th century, attracted to its stunning scenery and wide array of hiking opportunities.
While in Balestrand, visitors can visit the Church of St Olaf’s, Balestrand’s very own wooden stave church dating from 1897, see Viking age barrows at the local archaeological site or enjoy a leisurely kayak on Norway’s largest and deepest fjord.