Jostedalsbreen and Nigardsbreen

Jostedalsbreen is set in pristine, bright alpine country. The glacier itself covers a plateau high amongst the mountains and its glacial arms drop into hanging valleys alongside the main fissure. Nigardsbreen is one of the smaller glaciers running off Jostedalsbreenm, and is the most easily accessible. It is a place of smooth icy shapes—some forming tunnels and holes which you can walk through. The surrounding alpine environment means that there is a greater abundance of wildlife, including bear, deer, fox and several varieties of fish. You can even go ice climbing here, which is a much more rewarding way to experience a glacier. Several of Jostedalbreen’s arms have retreated dramatically over the past 10 years.