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Into the Mostraumen Strait
The Bergen fjord cruise to Mostraumen is the easiest way to see a real Norwegian fjord without leaving the city for a full day. In three and a half hours the boat sails from Bergen's harbour into the Osterfjord and through Mostraumen, a narrow passage where steep mountains close in on both sides and waterfalls pour straight into the sea.
Check Current PriceA full fjord experience that fits into a morning or afternoon, ideal for short stays and cruise passengers.
The captain steers the bow right under the cascades — stand at the front if you don't mind a little spray.
Departures run in all seasons, so a Bergen fjord cruise is possible even on a winter city break.
Board a modern catamaran in central Bergen and cruise north past islands and fishing villages into the Osterfjord. As the fjord narrows, the boat slips through the Mostraumen strait, where the current runs fast between sheer rock walls, and glides so close to the waterfalls that you can feel the spray. Comfortable seating inside, open decks outside and a café on board.
Book This TourThe Osterfjord wraps around the island of Osterøy just north of Bergen, and for centuries it was the main waterway between the city and the farms of the inner fjords. At its far end lies Mostraumen, a strait only a few hundred metres wide where tidal currents surge between mountains rising almost vertically from the water. Small farms still cling to the slopes, many of them reachable only by boat, and in spring and early summer melting snow feeds dozens of waterfalls along the route. Today the Bergen fjord cruise follows the same channel the old fjord boats used, which is why a Mostraumen fjord cruise remains the classic half-day trip for anyone who wants to see a Norwegian fjord from Bergen without committing to a full day.
Everything you need to know before booking the fjord cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen.
The round trip from Bergen to Mostraumen takes about 3.5 hours. There are no stops on land, so you can spend the whole cruise on deck or in the heated indoor salon.
Yes. The Mostraumen fjord cruise departs daily all year round. In winter there are fewer departures, but the snow-covered mountains and quiet fjord make it one of the most atmospheric trips of the year.
The boat leaves from the harbour in central Bergen, a few minutes' walk from the Fish Market and Bryggen. The exact pier and check-in time are shown on the booking page and in your confirmation.
With more than 10,000 reviews and a 4.7 rating, it is the most booked fjord cruise from Bergen. It is the best option if you have half a day; for the larger UNESCO fjords such as the Nærøyfjord, plan a full-day Bergen fjord tour instead.
Yes, a small café on board sells coffee, snacks and light meals, so there is no need to bring lunch. Prices are in Norwegian kroner and cards are accepted.
Travellers share their impressions of the fjord cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen.
Sarah J.
Our cruise ship was in Bergen for one day and this fit perfectly. Back in town with time to spare for the Fish Market.
Oliver W.
When the mountains closed in at Mostraumen everyone went quiet. The water was like a mirror — the best photos of our trip.
Nadia F.
It rained the whole day and it was still beautiful. Warm seats inside, waffles from the café, and the waterfalls were huge after the rain.