Olden

Olden, Norway might just be the most beautiful place I’ve ever stepped off a ship. Tucked at the end of the Nordfjord, it’s a place where time slows down and every direction looks like a postcard. I didn’t plan much for this stop, and honestly, I didn’t need to. Just walking along the quiet pathways by the water, with flowers blooming everywhere and snow-dusted peaks standing tall above the fjord, was enough to feel completely in awe. It’s hard to describe just how peaceful and perfect it felt to hear waterfalls in the distance and cows somewhere in the hills across the way.

Olden isn’t flashy, and that’s exactly the charm. A few shops are sprinkled along the road, a lovely little church anchors the town, and the homes are painted in bright reds and whites that pop against the lush greens of the surrounding landscape. I took laps around the area just soaking it all in. The reflections on the water were so clear you’d think they were painted there. Even with cruise ships nearby, it still manages to feel untouched and pure.

This port does offer excursions, like scenic drives to glaciers or a ride on the local trolley car, but I was perfectly content just wandering. If you’re into photography, nature, or just need a moment to breathe, Olden delivers in the most effortless way.