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The Fjord Coast UNESCO Global Geopark

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Learn about and participate in the revival of ancient traditions in Hardbakke, where the community sustains coastal heathlands through Old Norse sheep grazing and controlled burning, preserving biodiversity and cultural heritage.Walk to Brurastakken on Atløyna, a coastal landmark known as “Norway’s most beautiful fold,” attracting geologists worldwide and once used by sailors for navigation.Hike, bike or kayak where the Sognefjord – the world’s second-deepest fjord – meets the Atlantic, and take

CategoryUNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
LocationNO
DatasetUNESCO Global Geoparks
Listed/year2025
Oddness signal90/99
Data completeness95%
SignificanceGLOBAL GEOHERITAGE; 450,000 ha

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