Driving the scenic road to Ornesvingen viewpoint
Ørnesvingen is a viewing platform with picturesque views of a fjord, located in the western part of Norway, at the head of Geirangerfjord.
Is the road to Ørnesvingen paved?
The road to the viewpoint, part of the Norwegian County Road 63 (Fylkesvei 63), is fully paved. It’s known as Ørnesvingen ("The Eagle Road”).
How long is the road to Ørnesvingen?
Starting from Geiranger, the ascent is 7.3 km (4.53 miles) long. The longest vehicle length permitted is 15 metres. The parking place atop is tiny so avoid bus traffic during the day. Visitors in early season (May) should check whether parts of the road are still closed.
How steep is the road to Ørnesvingen?
The steepest section of the road, also known as Ørnevegen, is not easy, though. Up, down, right, left all the time. It climbs up through 11 hairpin bends from Geirangerfjord to its highest point, at 620 metres (2,034ft) above sea level at Korsmyra. The road is pretty steep. It has a one in ten incline at its steepest.
When was the road to Ørnesvingen built?
The road was officially opened on 15th September 1955. The last turn offers an extraordinary view of the Geiranger Fjord, the Seven Sisters waterfall and the village of Geiranger.