FYKSESUND BRIDGE

Fyksesund Bridge is a suspension road bridge located in the Vestland county of Norway. This bridge is almost 350 metres long and has the largest span of up to 230 metres. The bridge was originally designed by Olaf Stand and is more than 100 years old. In fact, the bridge was opened in 1937 by OLav- the then crown prince of Norway.

If you are planning to visit this bridge, you have a lot to try out. From simply walking across the bridge to clicking pictures, this is a great place for a day trip from Fyksesund. In fact, the bridge is built above the fjord too, so if you fancy exploring the fjord on a cruise, then this has got you covered. We recommend taking it, especially if you want to admire the eye catchy views of the mountains and beyond. 

Highlights

• Stroll around the bridge, get yourself clicked and carry home the pictures as a unique souvenir.
• Try out your luck in fishing in the nearby villages located close to the bridge and carry home what you catch.
• Take a day trip to Bergen and explore places like the Old Bergen Museum and the Kode Museums. 
• Go to the Bergenhus Fortress and admire the different types of fortifications that have been preserved since 1500.
• Attend any festivals or concerts that happen in the Bergenhus Fortress and know more about the local traditions and practices. 

How To Reach

• By Car: The Tallinn TV Tower is 8.6 km from the city centre, it will take 11 min via the FV 7 route.
• By Bus: Take a bus to Fyksesund Aust station which is 71 metres away from the museum. You can reach the activity location from the bus station with a one minute walk

Best Time To Visit

Fyksesund Bridge is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

• The best season to visit the Fyksesund Bridge will be the summer season from March to May because this is the time when the climate is pleasant. 
• The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year. 
• The best time of the day to visit the Fyksesund Bridge will be in the morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature. 

Other Essential Information

• Make sure you have your camera ready to click pictures of the fjords and the bridge.
• If you are taking the safari, make sure you book it well in advance as it usually gets sold out quickly.
• Norway is predominantly a cold country at any time of the year, so make sure you invest in really good winter wear before your trip.
• Google translate works all over the country, so you do not have to worry about language or translation problems. 
• Although Norway is slowly moving towards cashless transactions, it is recommended to carry some cash just in case.