Leon and Olden, Norway

The ship stopped in the middle of the fjord, and from there, we took a tender to Loen. Upon arriving in Loen, I thought it would be a great idea to hike in the mountains after taking the lift to the top. So, I decided to go up via the Loen Skylift. Unfortunately, once I reached the top, I realized there was nothing to see or do—the heavy clouds completely covered everything! What a disappointment, especially since the lift was quite expensive at $56. With no hiking possible, I headed back down and walked around a bit.

Then, it started raining—on and off at first. When the rain let up, I took a shuttle bus to Olden. The ride was short but enjoyable, even in the rain. Luckily, by the time we arrived in Olden, the rain had stopped.

Olden was packed with visitors from several cruise ships—I heard there were four ships that day! Following the crowd, I found myself on a popular trail, and it turned out to be the most scenic trail I’ve ever taken. Everywhere I looked, it was like a postcard—perfect for Instagram-worthy photos.

I took my time, soaking in the breathtaking scenery and capturing plenty of photos along the way.

On the Sky Lift

On the top of the lift

Leon

Olden-Old Olden Church (Gamle Olden Kyrkje)

Olden-Olden Church (Olden kyrkje)

Rosendal -Sail Away

 Here are some photos taken from when sail away from Rosendal. Enjoy!

Rosendal, Norway

We took the tender and arrived in town.

Rosendal is a small, tranquil, and picturesque town—not a village. Arriving there felt like stepping into heaven. The air was crisp and fresh, the water was calm, and the towering mountains were adorned with white clouds and lush green trees. Everywhere I turned looked like a postcard.

Right at the port, there was a small booth on the waterfront with a large "I" on the wall, offering maps for visitors to take.

The town has a small area with some shops and restaurants, and everything is within walking distance. The most well-known landmark is Baroniet Rosendal, a historic estate. It was just a short 20-minute walk from town. Upon arrival, I was greeted by beautifully landscaped gardens filled with fascinating trees. After exploring the gardens, I joined other tourists for a guided tour of the manor.

From there, I walked toward a church situated on a hill. Along the way, I enjoyed breathtaking views of the town below, the ocean, and the ship docked in the harbor.

After visiting Kvinnherad Church. Built around the year 1250, this white, stone church is considered one of Norway's most beautiful medieval churches.  I continued my leisurely walk along a trail nearby, soaking in the natural beauty of the farmland, the water, the harbor, and the town below. I believe my photos capture its beauty far better than words ever could.

Baroniet Rosendal Estate

Back to Rosendal town Street

Kvinnherad Church