Norway
is a big and magnificent country. Long and hilly is more like it
really. Though that does not take away from the natural beauty of the
land itself. Despite the miserable west-coast weather. Which for the
most part is composed of rain, hail and slush. For the lack of a
better word. The reason I have not been updating this blog was due to
me going on a fabulous road trip into eastern Norway. A decidedly
much more flat and fertile farmland, with the biggest lake in the
land. If one make good speed the trip is only about six hours long,
but that is a very hard thing for a tourist to pull off and hardly
recommended. The scenic route is totally worth it, especially the
road that goes through the Hardanger fjord. A place surrounded by
steep mountains and dramatic peaks, with a breath taking view that
goes on for miles. At some point I plan to paint a picture of the
scenery, like many famous artist in times past. There is a reason why
it is a very sought after place for cruise ships to stop by. Which
they do by the way. Some argue that this is a bad thing, then again
people are very good at complaining. A tourist trap is a tourist trap
for a good reason. The road itself crawls along the mountain side,
next to the mountain. After crossing an expensive toll bridge built
to alleviate the ferry traffic. Later we drove across several fertile
farms. Which is the reason Hardanger is also well known for apples,
plums and other fresh produce. 
One of
the most fantastic stops on the way was a farmers market, selling
foodstuff straight from the field, some tasty candy and other
products that makes for a perfect gift. Especially the cherries sold
there was very delicious. Eventually the road starts to curl up the
hillside like a snake. Where a massive waterfall resides. Once you
reach the mountain crossing, sparse vegetation and patches of snow
dominate the landscape. Which is soon followed by many cottages and a
quite nice bathing place. A bit on the cold side but, when the sun is
burning hot and the journey drags on it’s a welcome relief. That is
only first half of the journey.
Zaceron
#NordsInTheFjord #RoadTrip
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