Førde, Norway

Førde: airports, things to do and where to stay

Førde is the main town of Sunnfjord on the west coast, a quiet town between the Førde fjord and the mountains, known for a folk music festival.

Førde airports

Førde, Norway

Førde Bringeland airport is about 9 km from central Førde.

Bus
Regional buses link the airport with Førde; check current timetables.
Taxi
Taxis run between the airport and Førde; at small airports it is best to book ahead.

Førde

An open-air museum with traditional turf-roofed houses and farm buildings from the Sunnfjord region.

The farm of the painter Nikolai Astrup by Lake Jølstravatnet, now a museum of his work.

A long mountain lake east of Førde, surrounded by green slopes.

The fjord that reaches inland to the town, with snowy mountains in the distance.

Which airport serves Førde?

Førde is served by Førde Bringeland (FDE).

How far is the airport from central Førde?

Førde Bringeland airport is about 9 km from central Førde.

How do I get from the airport to central Førde?

From Førde Bringeland airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Førde?

Highlights of Førde include Sunnfjord Museum, Astruptunet, Jølstravatnet, and Førdefjorden.

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