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Visitor centre and museum · Loen, Vestland
Jostedalsbreen Nasjonalparksenter
The Jostedalsbreen National Park centre in Oppstryn, east of Loen: exhibitions on glacier formation, geology, wildlife and valley life, a panoramic film and a mountain plant garden.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Jostedalsbreen Nasjonalparksenter
The Jostedalsbreen Nasjonalparksenter is in Oppstryn, on the shore of lake Strynsvatnet, about 25 km from Loen, on the mountain road toward Geiranger and Lom. It is one of the visitor centres for Jostedalsbreen National Park, which protects the largest glacier on continental Europe and the surrounding valleys.
The exhibits explain how glaciers form and move, how they carved the valleys and fjords of western Norway, and how they are changing with the climate. There are models, rocks and ice samples, panels about mountain animals and plants, and a section on life at the valley farms, including winter isolation. A panoramic film shows the glacier from above through the seasons.
Outside, a botanical garden gathers mountain plants from the region, with short trails. The centre has a café and a shop and serves as an information point for hikes and guided glacier tours.
It usually operates from May to September.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 to 1h30.
Best time
From May to September, when the centre is usually open. It's a good stop on a rainy day. Check opening times before you go.
How to get there
It's in Oppstryn, by road 15, about 25 km from Loen and 15 km from Stryn, on the way to Geiranger.
Tip
Stop here before going to the glaciers: the film and models explain what you will see at Briksdal and Kjenndal.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Jostedalsbreen Nasjonalparksenter
What is Jostedalsbreen?
The largest glacier on continental Europe, covering the plateau between Nordfjord and Sognefjord, protected as a national park.
Is the centre open year-round?
It usually operates from May to September. Check opening times.
Is it on the route to Geiranger?
Yes, on road 15, between Stryn and the Strynefjellet mountain.
How long does the visit take?
About forty-five minutes to an hour and a half.