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  • A view over the fjord leading towards the famous triplets peaks and the glacier near tasiilaq mountain hut in east greenland. By Mads Pihl

Fabulous Fjords in the North

From Alaska to Norway, West to East in the northern hemisphere, here’s an overview of the top 5 must-see fjords, and their nearby alternatives.

Fjords give you endless opportunities of experiencing wild nature just the way you like it, no matter if you prefer calm cruising, adrenaline-pumped skiing, easy hikes to strenuous ones, or kayaking in flat-as-pancakes seas.

And with that in mind there is no such place as the ultimate fjord in the world because people have different preferences and tastes. This does not keep us from predicting that among the following northern hemisphere fjords there should certainly be exactly your kind of fjord.

So from the fjord-loving editorial staff of greenland.com we give you our top 5 country & fjord list of the best and most beautiful fjords and fjord areas which you may not have visited yet – but should.

FJORDS IN THE USA

Alaska, Glacier Bay National Park

‘Glacier Bay is one of the world’s largest international protected areas. From sea to summit, Glacier Bay offers limitless opportunities for adventure and inspiration. The Bay area is a vast wilderness of mountains, glaciers, forests, and waterways teeming with wildlife and limitless opportunities for adventure.’

Source and for more information: National Park Service

Best airline network to get there: Alaska Airlines

A fjord also worth a visit: Tracy Arm Fjord

"Among the following northern hemisphere fjords there should certainly be exactly your kind of fjord."

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FJORDS IN CANADA

Gros Morne National Park, NFL

“Soaring fjords and moody mountains tower above a diverse panorama of beaches and bogs, forests and barren cliffs. Shaped by colliding continents and grinding glaciers, Gros Morne’s ancient landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander coastal pathways and beachcomb among sea stacks. Cruise the dramatic, sheer-walled gorge of Western Brook Pond. Spot moose and caribou. Hike to alpine highlands where Arctic hare and ptarmigan thrive on tundra, and explore the colourful culture of nearby seaside villages.”

Source and for more information: Parks Canada


Best airline network to get there: Air Canada

A fjord also worth a visit: Saguenay Fjord

FJORDS IN GREENLAND

Tasermiut Fjord

Among climbers, Tasermiut is famed for its granite rock cliffs, which draw adrenaline-seeking climbers from all over the world, but for people who like moving in a horizontal direction rather than vertical, the Tasermiut Fjord is probably the most beautiful of its kind in Greenland. 

The fjord stretches 70 kilometres not far from the southernmost town of Greenland, Nanortalik, and ends where the massive Ice Sheet of the world’s biggest island begins. The fjord is an ideal place to trek, kayak, go river fishing, or sail in a small boat or with one of the rarely visiting cruise ships that go there.

Landscape photographer Alex Nail went there last year, and see here how he nailed a two-week experience of visiting the place.

Source and for more information: www.visitgreenland.com

Best airline network to get there: Air Greenland

Fjords also worth a visit: Eternity Fjord, The Scoresbysund Fjord and the Ilulissat Icefjord

FJORDS IN ICELAND

Westfjords

“A third of Iceland’s coastline is in the Westfjords. Come to think of it, it is not surprising, as the entire peninsula is carved and cut by long fjords. The shore offers a wealth of attractions, most of which cost nothing to enjoy. Nature rules the Westfjords. Sure, humans have built their settlements here and there, but this remains a wild, untamed landscape. But it’s also a landscape that enjoys being discovered and enjoyed.”

Source and for more information: www.westfjords.is

Getting there: Icelandair

Fjords also worth a visit: Eyjafjörður and Seyðisfjörður

FJORDS IN NORWAY

Norway, Geiranger

“The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. For nature lovers, the Geirangerfjord has plenty to offer. Experience the fjords and the waterfalls from one of the many available sightseeing trips, go hiking in stunning surroundings or experience the fjords from a new perspective in a kayak. Other popular activities in the area include fishing, rafting and cycling.”

Source and for more information:  www.visitnorway.com

Best airline network to get there: Scandinavian Airlines

Fjords also worth a visit: Sognefjord, Magdalenefjord (Svalbard)

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By Malik Milfeldt

Malik has traveled extensively in Greenland and visited many towns and settlements, from Siorapaluk in the high North to Ittoqqortoormiit in East Greenland. He grew up in the dogsled district - the scenic iceberg capital of Ilulissat, and coined the town's nickname 'Ilovelissat'. He believes that the real reason the country is called Greenland is due to the aurora borealis that dances over the sky from September to April.

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Diving into the Nuuk fjord as the sun is setting. Photo by Peter Lindstrom - Visit Greenland

Editor’s tips for 2021

Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - or perhaps even the year after - but when is the best time to visit Greenland and what are useful things to know before going? What are things to do in Greenland in winter as opposed to summer?

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Disko Bay Steam in Ilulissat Ice Fjord. Photo - David Trood, Visit Greenland

Greenland vs Iceland: The Arctic Travel Battle

10 basic differences between Greenland and Iceland you should know before booking your vacation.

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A glacier hiker on the Greenland Ice Sheet kicking up ice on a sunny day near Kangerlussuaq. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland.

8 Things You Can Only Find in Greenland and Nowhere Else

Here is a list of things that you can find ONLY in Greenland and nowhere else in the world.

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Arctic hare in Ittoqqortoormiit. Photo by Bo Normander.

Beautiful hike in Ittoqqortoormiit in East Greenland

A hike to the abandoned village of Uunarteq (Cape Tobin) offers incomparably beautiful Arctic nature, challenging terrain and close encounters with snow hares, eider ducks, sea urchins and, if you are lucky / unlucky, polar bears.

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