MS Bremen and Saga Rose were the first two cruise vessels to call the new Norwegian cruise port, Skjolden - Sognefjord. They were heartily welcomed by the local community, including a marching band, the fire brigade spraying water, waving flags, local musicians playing the accordion etc.
Several of the passengers choose to enjoy the small village of Skjolden with a small market etc, while others went on guided tours to the National Parks of Jotunheimen and Jostedalsbreen, the Urnes Stave Church and other museums and attractions in the area.
Our guests seemed very satisfied with everything they experienced during their stay in Skjolden. Some even said that they felt like royalties because of the warm welcome they got.
We wish everyone welcome back to Skjolden - Sognefjord!
In the heart of Norway
The Sognefjord stretches all the way in to the heart of Norway, but the distance to Bergen is just 153 nautical miles (equivalent to one overnight voyage).
