7 Best Places to Shop in The Western Fjords, Norway

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We've compiled the best of the best in The Western Fjords - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Den Norske Bokbyen

Fodor's choice
Even if you can’t read Norwegian, you may still be fascinated by Den Norske Bokbyen. If you look around, you may find some titles in English. In the warmer months, Norwegian Book Town has 150,000 used books, magazines, and records for sale in buildings around town, and even in little huts along the fjord.

Flåm Store Exclusive

Fodor's choice

In Flåm Station, this souvenir store stocks one-of-a-kind gifts from around the region. It's a good place to try on the locally made Aurland shoes, called the "original penny loafer."

Merete Rein Glassblåsing

Fodor's choice
You can often watch local glassblower Merete Rein hard at work in her shop. She sells some unique souvenirs, all made on the premises.

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Geiranger Gallery

Located in a historic school at the heart of Geiranger, the gallery features three floors hung floor-to-ceiling with the work of local artists, artisans, and craftspeople. There's everything from ceramics and glass to paintings and tapestries.

Maråkvegen 24, Geiranger, 6216, Norway
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.--May

Klippfiskbutikken

Pay tribute to and stock up on the mighty klippfisk at this shop, where proprietor Knut Garshol carries on the family business begun by his grandfather. A visit is also an education in the types of cod used and methods of preparation.

Moloveien

This is one of the oldest streets in Ålesund, and in these old wooden buildings you'll find antiques shops and a glass art gallery.

Norsk Flid Husfliden Kristiansund

Go native at this Norwegian arts-and-crafts store, which specializes in national costumes in nearly 150 varieties, all made with top-quality fabrics and intended to last for generations. Sewing and knitting supplies are also available, as are sweaters, jackets, carpets, and other textiles.

Hauggata 15, Kristiansund, 6501, Norway
71--67--17--70
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

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