62.10° N · 7.21° E
Fjord Norway · Møre og Romsdal
Photoshoots in Geiranger
A photoshoot in Geiranger is a session with an independent local photographer at the head of the Geirangerfjord, part of the West Norwegian Fjords World Heritage site, from Ørnesvingen and Flydalsjuvet to Dalsnibba, arranged through Fjordly from NOK 6,500.
Pricing
From NOK 6,500
- Region
- Fjord Norway
- Photo spots
- 6
Starting price. The exact price depends on photographer, place, date, time and add-ons, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
Quick answers
- How much does it cost?
- Photoshoot in Geiranger starts from NOK 6,500. The final price depends on the place, duration, date, time of day, travel and any add-ons such as video, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
- When is the best time?
- Early mornings and evenings are the times to shoot in Geiranger.
- Which experiences are available here?
- Proposal Photography, Couple Photoshoot, Elopement Photography, Honeymoon Photography, Family Photoshoot, and Norway Photo Tour
- Getting there
- Most people drive.
- Where does it take place?
- Popular places include Ørnesvingen (Eagle Bend); Flydalsjuvet; Dalsnibba; The Seven Sisters and the Suitor. Your photographer suggests the best spot for your date, the light and the crowds.
- How does booking work?
- Send a free request with your place, date and plans. Fjordly checks which photographers are available and replies with a proposal stating the photographer, the package and the exact price. Nothing is booked until you accept.
Geiranger is a small village at the inner end of the Geirangerfjord, an S-shaped arm of the Storfjord in Møre og Romsdal. Mountains rise on both sides to well over 1,000 m, and the only ways in are by water or by roads that climb in hairpins. Together with the Nærøyfjord near Flåm, it is listed by UNESCO as the West Norwegian Fjords.
For a photographer the appeal is height. The road viewpoints look straight down the fjord, so you can be photographed with the whole curve of water behind you without hiking. The trade-off is that the same viewpoints are the stops for coaches and cruise passengers, so timing matters more here than almost anywhere else in Norway.
Sessions in Geiranger start from the fjord and Arctic price of NOK 6,500. For a proposal, a proposal session at a quiet viewpoint early or late in the day is the usual plan; for a longer day combining Geiranger with Ålesund, see the full-day session.
Photo spots — Geiranger
- 01
Ørnesvingen (Eagle Bend)
The viewpoint on the last hairpin of Ørnevegen, the Eagle Road, which climbs the north side of the fjord towards Eidsdal. A platform looks down the length of the Geirangerfjord, with the village below and the Seven Sisters waterfalls on the far wall in clear conditions. It is the widest fjord view you can drive to.
- Best time
- Early morning and evening; quietest outside the hours when cruise ships are in port
- Access
- About 15 minutes by car up the Eagle Road (road 63) from the village; small parking area at the bend
- 02
Flydalsjuvet
A cliff viewpoint on the south side, above the road towards Dalsnibba and Grotli, with an overhanging rock that has been photographed since the days of the first cruise tourists. From the platforms you look down over the village and along the fjord. Photographers keep clients well back from the drop; the famous rock is not a place to stand for a picture.
- Best time
- Morning, when the fjord is lit and the village is still quiet
- Access
- A few minutes by car up road 63 from the village, then a short walk down from the parking area
- 03
Dalsnibba
A mountain plateau at roughly 1,500 m above the head of the fjord, with the Geiranger Skywalk platform looking down on the water, the village and the surrounding peaks. It is a different world from the fjord shore: open rock, snow well into summer and often wind. On clear days it is the highest view of the fjord you can reach by road.
- Best time
- Clear mornings or evenings in the open season; can be in cloud when the fjord is clear
- Access
- Nibbevegen, a private toll road off road 63, usually open from late spring to autumn; check current opening dates and toll
- 04
The Seven Sisters and the Suitor
The Seven Sisters (De syv søstre) fall down the north wall of the fjord, and opposite them the Suitor (Friaren) pours down the south side. They are best seen from the water, where the fjord walls rise on both sides of the boat. Abandoned farms such as Skageflå sit on ledges high above the water nearby.
- Best time
- Late spring and early summer, when snowmelt makes the falls fullest
- Access
- From the Geiranger–Hellesylt ferry, sightseeing boats, a RIB trip or a kayak tour from the village
- 05
Westerås and Storseterfossen
A farm on the slope above the village, from which a trail climbs to Storseterfossen, a waterfall you can walk behind on a path under the overhang. It is a good choice for active couples who want forest, water and a view without the crowds of the road viewpoints.
- Best time
- Summer and early autumn; mornings and late afternoons
- Access
- Short drive to Westerås, then roughly 45 minutes to an hour on a steep trail each way
- 06
Geiranger village and church
The octagonal white church on the hill above the village looks out over the fjord, and the river and walkway through the village give shaded spots for families and close portraits. It works when the high viewpoints are in cloud.
- Best time
- Evening, after the day visitors and cruise passengers have left
- Access
- On foot in the village
Daylight · 62.10° N · 7.21° E
The light in Geiranger, month by month
- Longest day
- 19 h 42 min
- Shortest day
- 5 h 12 min
| Jan | 6 h 6 min |
|---|---|
| Feb | 8 h 42 min |
| Mar | 11 h 30 min |
| Apr | 14 h 42 min |
| May | 17 h 42 min |
| Jun | 19 h 42 min |
| Jul | 18 h 48 min |
| Aug | 16 h |
| Sept | 12 h 48 min |
| Oct | 9 h 48 min |
| Nov | 6 h 54 min |
| Dec | 5 h 12 min |
Best time
Seasons
The main season runs roughly from May to September, when the ferries and sightseeing boats operate, the waterfalls are full from snowmelt in late spring and early summer, and the mountain roads open. Road 63 over Strynefjellet towards Grotli and the toll road to Dalsnibba are closed in winter and usually open some time in late spring, depending on snow; the Eagle Road towards Eidsdal is normally kept open longer, but conditions vary. September brings autumn colour and fewer cruise ships. Winter is quiet and very limited. Read the best time for a photoshoot in Norway for road openings.
Time of day
Early mornings and evenings are the times to shoot in Geiranger. The fjord is deep and narrow, so parts of it stay in shade for much of the day, and the light is softest at the ends of the day. Those are also the hours when coaches and cruise passengers are not at the viewpoints. In midsummer it stays light very late, which gives long evening sessions.
Weather
The fjord is sheltered, but the weather is western Norwegian: showers, low cloud and sunshine can follow each other in an hour, and it can be clear at the water while Dalsnibba is in fog, or the other way round. It is noticeably colder and windier at Dalsnibba than in the village. Bring a waterproof layer and a warm one; see what to wear.
Getting there
Most people drive. From Ålesund it takes roughly two and a half to three hours, using a ferry crossing on the way. From the north, road 63 comes over Trollstigen and the Eidsdal–Linge ferry before descending the Eagle Road. From the south, road 63 comes from Grotli past Dalsnibba. In summer, the car ferry between Hellesylt and Geiranger is one of the most scenic ways in, and there are seasonal buses. Cruise ships call at Geiranger through the summer.
Good to know
On cruise days the village and viewpoints can be very crowded in the middle of the day; your photographer will check the port schedule and plan around it. Parking at Ørnesvingen and Flydalsjuvet is limited. Nibbevegen to Dalsnibba is a toll road and the ferry is paid separately; check current fares. The Geirangerfjord is a World Heritage site, and drone use is subject to rules from the Civil Aviation Authority (Luftfartstilsynet) and local restrictions, so ask in advance. Keep back from unfenced edges at every viewpoint.
- Plan the shoot for early morning or evening to avoid the cruise and coach crowds.
- Check road openings if you travel in May or early June, especially for road 63 and Dalsnibba.
- Book the Hellesylt ferry in advance in high summer if you are taking a car.
- Bring a warm layer for Dalsnibba even on a warm day in the village.
- Add a boat trip if you want the waterfalls: they are best seen from the fjord.
- Soft, solid colours work well against green slopes and deep blue water.
Experiences in Geiranger
From NOK 6,500
Proposal Photography
A photographer who hides, catches the moment you ask, then takes relaxed portraits of you both. Planned with you in advance.
1 hourExplore
From NOK 3,900
Couple Photoshoot
An hour of relaxed portraits for the two of you, in a Norwegian city, by a fjord or on an Arctic beach, with a local photographer.
1 hourExplore
From NOK 12,000
Elopement Photography
A small wedding or vow exchange by a Norwegian fjord, on a mountain or an Arctic beach, photographed over about four hours.
4 hoursExplore
From NOK 6,500
Honeymoon Photography
Ninety unhurried minutes for newlyweds, at the stop of your Norway trip that matters most, with a photographer who knows it.
1 h 30 minExplore
Photographer availability
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Find My PhotographerFrequently asked questions
How much does a photoshoot in Geiranger cost?
Sessions in Geiranger start from NOK 6,500, the fjord and Arctic starting price. Early starts, the photographer's travel, boat or toll costs and extra time raise the total, and everything is listed in the proposal. See pricing.
Which is the best viewpoint for photos in Geiranger?
Ørnesvingen on the Eagle Road gives the classic view down the length of the fjord. Flydalsjuvet looks over the village from the south side, and Dalsnibba is the highest. Many sessions combine two of them. More ideas are in fjord locations for a photoshoot.
Can we do a photoshoot in Geiranger in winter?
It is possible but limited. Ferries and boats run a reduced service or not at all, Dalsnibba and the road to Grotli are closed, and daylight is short. Most clients choose May to September.
How do we avoid the crowds?
Shoot early in the morning or in the evening. On cruise days the viewpoints and village are busiest around the middle of the day, and photographers plan around the port schedule.
Is Geiranger good for a proposal?
Yes, especially at a viewpoint at a quiet hour, with the fjord below. The photographer can position themselves before you arrive. See proposal locations in Norway.
Can we combine Geiranger with Ålesund?
Yes. They are a few hours apart by road, and a full-day session or a photo tour can cover both. Tell us your route when you send a request.
Planning guides
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