Plongée à Nærøyfjorden — Norway

Nærøyfjorden is a UNESCO World Heritage fjord — the narrowest in Europe, with walls that plunge as dramatically below the waterline as the mountains rise above. The diving is cold and challenging, but the scenery — above and below — is truly unique. Very few divers come here, making every dive feel like an expedition.

Score
52.3
Visibilité
3–12m
Température
4–15°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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World Class
Intermediate
Nærøyfjorden
NorwayNorthern Europe
52.3

SCORE

60.9833°N

6.8333°E

Nærøyfjorden is a UNESCO World Heritage fjord — the narrowest in Europe, with walls that plunge as dramatically below the waterline as the mountains rise above. The diving is cold and challenging, but the scenery — above and below — is truly unique. Very few divers come here, making every dive feel like an expedition.

UNESCO Fjord Diving

Visibility3–12 m
Temperature4–15°C
Max Depth24 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$100
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML59.0CH28.0VIS49.0SV36.0TMP34.0DA51.0OP73.0TS60.0GT68.0VAL54.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

59.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
96
Megafauna Encounters
0
Reef Fish Abundance
98
Macro Life
30
Endemic Species
60
Marine Life Diversity
59.0
Coral & Reef Health
28.0
Visibility & Conditions
49.0
Dive Site Variety
36.0
Water Temperature
34.0
Depth & Access
51.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
60.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
54.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

driftpelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

fjord cruiseFlam Railway scenic train rideStegastein viewpointglacier hiking (Jostedalsbreen)kayaking the fjordViking village visit (Gudvangen)

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Nærøyfjord (UNESCO)
  • Undredal stave church
  • Norwegian Glacier Museum
  • Flam Railway Museum

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Haukeland University Hospital Chamber, Bergen
Nearest Hospital30 km

Hospital in Laerdal or Voss; chamber in Bergen (3 hr drive); helicopter available; cold water fjord diving

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Nordic Dive Center

PADI

4.5
40 reviews