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Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalbreen), Stryn

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Nestled between thunderous waterfalls and high cliffs alongside a small glacial lake, Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalbreen) represents an easily reached arm of continental Europe's largest pancake glacier. Explore the lush valley by foot, taking the paths that lead from the local mountain lodge and follow streams of melting ice cascading down to the sea. Go for a "troll buggy" trip up to the glacier if the ice conditions and the weather allow. Otherwise, opt for a guided glacier safari in a rafting boat on the lake. Tourist-friendly facilities include a restaurant and the area's largest souvenir shop. Be on the lookout for roadblocks--movement of the glacier and the threat of avalanches can make roads dangerous. Use our Stryn trip planner to visit Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalbreen) on your trip to Stryn, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.

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By Claire M

The walk to get to the glacier is a pleasant one, and there are also troll cars which one can rent. The glacier is breath-taking. I think it's a must visit.. especially given that they unfortunately..... more

The walk to get to the glacier is a pleasant one, and there are also troll cars which one can rent. The glacier is breath-taking. I think it's a must visit.. especially given that they unfortunately..... more »
By zahoorch

One of the best day tours, either you take the trolley, do the walking or make a combination of these. Wonderful scenic beauty and ice cold clean running water from glacier on a sunny day - this is...

One of the best day tours, either you take the trolley, do the walking or make a combination of these. Wonderful scenic beauty and ice cold clean running water from glacier on a sunny day - this is... more »

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By Steve Downey

One of the most amazing places I've been to

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By dorota ambrosiewicz

Beautiful and fairly easy walk to glacier

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