Eidfjord Cruise Port Guide
12 cruises call here in 2027–28, from £699 per person — see them.
Photos: Frannie Chin, Aneta Kuznia, M S, Geir Otto Myrann, Klyx 65, Hilda Lindberg · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Norway
- Region:
- Norwegian Fjords
- Coordinates:
- 60.4675° N, 7.0717° E
12 cruises call at Eidfjord between Apr 2027 and Jun 2028, 5 to 10 nights, from £699 per person, sailing from Newcastle, Liverpool, Southampton, Edinburgh (Rosyth / Leith) and Portsmouth, on Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral.
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Cruises calling at Eidfjord (12)
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Scenic Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 7 nights · from Newcastle · 1 Apr 2027
from £1,499 pp · Interior Cabin
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Springtime Falls & Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis · 8 nights · from Southampton · 4 May 2027
from £1,999 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 9 nights · from Newcastle · 15 Jun 2027
from £1,799 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Fjords & Mountains of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 7 nights · from Newcastle · 11 Aug 2027
from £1,299 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Norwegian Fjords
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis · 9 nights · from Southampton · 1 Apr 2028
from £1,199 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Norwegian Fjords
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis · 10 nights · from Liverpool · 12 Apr 2028
from £1,299 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Highlights of the Norwegian Fjords
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 8 nights · from Newcastle · 10 May 2028
from £1,149 pp · Interior Cabin
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Mountains & Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis · 8 nights · from Liverpool · 19 May 2028
from £1,099 pp · Interior Cabin
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Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 5 nights · from Newcastle · 25 May 2028
from £699 pp · Interior Cabin
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Mountains, Waterfalls & Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · 9 nights · from Portsmouth · 3 Jun 2028
from £1,199 pp · Interior Cabin
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Scenic Highlights of the Norwegian Fjords
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Bolette · 9 nights · from Newcastle · 22 Jun 2028
from £1,249 pp · Interior Cabin
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Mountains, Waterfalls & Fjords of Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · 7 nights · from Edinburgh (Rosyth / Leith) · 23 Jun 2028
from £999 pp · Interior Cabin
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About Eidfjord
Eidfjord is the administrative centre of Eidfjord Municipality in Vestland county, Norway, positioned on the shore of the Eidfjorden, an inner branch of the Hardangerfjorden. This scenic village serves as a call port for Norwegian Fjords cruises, offering visitors direct access to some of the region's most striking natural attractions.
The village centre puts you within walking distance of several highlights. Ravenheart Hardanger museum and Cruise Pirs Eidfjord are just 0.3 km from the port, making them ideal for a quick visit between ship activities. The Overlook tourist attraction offers views of the surrounding fjord landscape, also within easy reach.
Natural attractions and visitor experiences
Vøringsfossen waterfall, located 10.9 km from the port in Eidfjord, is one of the area's most popular draws. For those wanting to learn more about the region's natural heritage, Norsk Natursenter Hardanger visitor centre lies 6.0 km away in Øvre Eidfjord. The best months to visit are May through September, when the Norwegian landscape is at its most welcoming.
Eidfjord connects well with other fjord ports including Bergen, Flåm, Ålesund, and Åndalsnes, making it part of a wider exploration of Norway's spectacular fjord region.
Eidfjord is the administrative centre of Eidfjord Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village is located on the shore of the Eidfjorden, an inner branch of the large Hardangerfjorden. The village sits about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of the Hardanger Bridge along the Norwegian National Road 7.
Read more on Wikipedia (text CC BY-SA)
Things to do in Eidfjord on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Frannie Chin · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Vøringsfossen
4.8 (11,436) 10.9 km from port
One of Norway's most famous natural sites, this precipitous waterfall has a visitor center & hotel.
Near: Fossli Hotel (170 m) · Vøringsfossen Visitor Parking (187 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “Vøringsfossen is an impressive place with spectacular views of the waterfall and the deep Måbødalen valley. With a total drop…” — Waseem Haider
- 5 · “Vøringsfossen is, in my opinion, the most spectacular waterfall in Norway. The views are absolutely breathtaking, and the viewing platforms…” — Mehdi Golzadeh
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Photo: Norsk Natursenter Hardanger · via Google Maps Visitor centre
Norsk Natursenter Hardanger
4.5 (1,431) 6.0 km from port
State-of-the-art museum with interactive natural history displays, fossils & a panoramic film.
Near: Hardangerviddahallen (70 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “Love this nature center in hardanger, we were a little late when we arrived and they were closing in approximately…” — Darthgayder
- 5 · “I liked the movie which is Imax style. The museum presents the geological history of Norway through the arrival of…” — Loras Freihoefer
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Photo: Kurt Lagrou · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Cruise Pirs Eidfjord
4.7 (193) 0.3 km from port
Near: Vøringfoss Hotel (35 m) · Visit Eidfjord (96 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “Quaint little town. Picturesque views.” — Staschu Bige
- 5 · “Nice little Cruise Pir for 1 ship. You are located in the centre of the village and can disembark at…” — Madlen T.
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Photo: Dieter Van Thienen · via Google Maps Museum
Ravenheart Hardanger
4.9 (125) 0.3 km from port
Near: Eidfjord Hotel (64 m) · YX Eidfjord (162 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “Claudia is an excellent guide! Mark helped me arrange a group tour from a cruise ship. We visited their excellent…” — Jacintha Shop-Wife
- 5 · “Highly recommend taking the guided tour hosted by Mark. He is so enthusiastic about everything Viking. The museum is hands…” — Jeffrey Myers
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Tourist attraction
Overlook
4.7 (89) 0.3 km from port
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “It's quite the hike from town, but worth it for the view. Road to is paved, the path out to…” — David Bartz
- 5 · “Fabulous views over Eidford, Ambassador Cruise liner and the Fyords” — Catherine Macdonald
Map of Eidfjord and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Eidfjord
Cruises to Norwegian Fjords mostly sail May to September.
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