About the Port
Olden sits at the inner reach of Nordfjord, the sixth longest fjord in Norway, where steep mountainsides and glacial rivers frame a village of fewer than 500 residents. Long shaped by farming, fishing, and tourism, Olden has more recently gained a reputation for understated contemporary design, giving the small settlement an unexpected creative edge alongside its natural surroundings.
The village itself is easily explored on foot from the pier, with a cluster of shops, a church, and views across the fjord waters. Olden's real draw lies just beyond town: it is the traditional starting point for excursions to the Briksdalsbreen glacier arm and other outlets of the Jostedalsbreen ice cap, along with valleys, waterfalls, and hiking trails that showcase Norway's rugged interior. Travelers seeking time outdoors, whether on a gentle walk or a longer glacier approach, find Olden a fitting base for that pursuit.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Olden.
Visit Briksdalsbreen Glacier
A scenic drive or hike leads to this accessible arm of the Jostedalsbreen ice cap, with a walking trail to a glacial lake at its base. Allow a half day round trip; troll-cart shuttles are available for those skipping the uphill walk.
Cruise Lake Lovatnet
This turquoise glacial lake, ringed by steep peaks and waterfalls, is reached by a short drive from the pier and offers boat trips or lakeside walking paths. It's a quieter alternative to the busier glacier routes.
Wander the Fjordside Village
Olden's small center, with its white wooden church and handful of design-forward shops, rewards an easy stroll right from the ship before heading into the mountains beyond.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Olden
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Liberty of the Seas | 7 | $4,497 | |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 16 | $14,960 | |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 8 | $7,880 | |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 23 | $19,835 | |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Dawn | 10 | $10,260 | |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Regent | Seven Seas Mariner | 20 | $27,099 | |
| Aug 29, 2026 | Celebrity | Celebrity Apex | 14 | $3,829 | |
| Oct 4, 2026 | Holland America | Rotterdam | 14 | $2,619 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | 7 | $1,379 | |
| Jan 8, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Dawn | 150 | $100,100 | |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Ponant Cruises | Le Champlain | 10 | $11,980 | |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Holland America | Rotterdam | 14 | $2,404 | |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Holland America | Rotterdam | 7 | $1,279 | |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Holland America | Rotterdam | 14 | $2,479 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 56 | $12,862 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 12 | $1,729 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 46 | $11,442 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 64 | $8,979 | |
| May 2, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 10 | $1,529 | |
| May 7, 2027 | Celebrity | Celebrity Apex | 8 | $2,623 |
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