Just 1.5 hours by boat and a little over 2 hours by car from Bergen, you can step back in time and stay in a place steeped in history.
A letter from 1641 is the oldest known document confirming that Skjerjehamn has been home to an inn. In the old Swiss-style villa, time seems to have stood still. Though modernised to today’s standards, the traditional character has been carefully preserved. Let calmness take over – and let creativity flow.
Express boat from Bergen or Selje
The easiest and most scenic way to reach Skjerjehamn is by express boat from Bergen or Selje. The boat departs twice daily, passing through narrow straits and winding sea channels – an experience in itself.
King Olav V greets you as you arrive at Skjerjehamn.
Skjerjehamn – The Coastal Trading Post
Located at the entrance to the Sognefjord – the world’s longest fjord – Skjerjehamn has relied on the sea as its lifeblood for thousands of years. Once one of the largest ports on the west coast of Norway in the early 1900s, it was a hub for fishing, trade, and industry.
Today, Skjerjehamn offers activities, local dining experiences, and cultural events for both tourists and locals.
Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious meal focused on local and seasonal ingredients – like house-smoked trout or veal from a nearby farm. Pair your meal with locally brewed beer or a fine selection of drinks. The restaurant seats 110 guests, and the cosy Stone Cellar seats 35.
Skjenkestova (The Lounge Bar)
The lounges in the Swiss-style villa can be used as an atmospheric setting for small gatherings, where you can enjoy local cured meats, house-smoked trout, and craft beer.
Accommodation
Stay in the Swiss-style villa or in the historic Pakkhuset (The Warehouse) by the quay. There are no TVs or minibars in the rooms – the focus is on unwinding and enjoying life at your own pace.
The buildings are beautifully restored, maintaining their 19th-century character. The villa has 18 single and double rooms, and the Pakkhuset offers 5 apartments sleeping 7–8 people each. In total, there are 73 beds.
All accommodation includes breakfast.
Activities
- Explore the area at your own pace – bikes are available for rent.
- Up for a challenge? Try out a SUP board – great fun for both kids and adults (and don’t worry if you fall in!).
- If you’d rather stay dry but still want to be on the water, join a fishing trip aboard the Sogneoksen boat.
- Looking for speed and adrenaline? Join the daily RIB trips with Firda Explorer out to Firda Seafood’s fish farms. The guided tour includes an intro to modern fish farming and a visit to the pens where you’ll feed trout right at the edge.
Meetings and Conferences
Skjerjehamn offers tailored packages for meetings and events.
The meeting room seats 20, and the cinema-style room holds up to 30 people. All rooms are equipped with modern AV equipment – everything you need for a productive gathering in a scenic setting.
