FAQs
Intro..
Skjolden Port is a scenic and safe destination for cruise ships visiting the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. The port offers a range of facilities and services for the convenience and comfort of the cruise passengers and crew. Here are some technical details to help you plan your visit.
Quay specifications
Quay length: 255 meters
Quay depth: 11.5 meters
Maximum ship length: 340 meters
Maximum ship width: 42 meters
Maximum ship draft: 8.5 meters
Quay services
Water supply: Yes
Waste water disposal: Yes
Garbage collection: Yes
Shore power connection: Yes
Terminal facilities
The port has a modern terminal building with restrooms, tourist information, souvenir shop, free Wi-Fi, and a shuttle bus service to the village center.
Local amenities
The port is located 1.2 km from the village of Skjolden, which has a grocery store, a post office, a bank, a pharmacy, a café, and a church.
The nearest hospital is in Lærdal, 95 km away, and the nearest airport is in Sogndal, 72 km away.
Port operation
The port is open from mid-April to mid-October, depending on the weather and ice conditions.
The port charges a port fee based on the ship's gross tonnage and the number of passengers, as well as a security fee and an environmental fee.
Contact information
For more information and booking inquiries, please contact us at:
info@skjoldenport.com or +47 57 68 00 00.
We look forward to welcoming you to Skjolden Port, the gateway to the heart of Norway.