Boat cruise through Mostraumen and Osterfjord

Go on a 3-hour round trip from Bergen on a fjord cruise along the narrow Osterfjord to the rugged Mostraumen.

Several waterfalls cascade from the steep mountain sides along the 27 km (16 mi) long Osterfjord towards Modalen. The boat will stop and bring the bow up close to one of the waterfalls. Watch out, otherwise you will get a refreshing shower!

With 380 inhabitants, it is interesting to note that Modalen is Norway’s second smallest municipality.

The modern catamaran navigates safely through the powerful currents of Mostraumen. We strongly recommend standing in the bow to get a proper sense of how narrow and shallow the passage is.

Tiny Mo fjord village in Modalen with white beach and colorful fishing huts

Mo in Modalen

Surrounded by beautiful nature, Modalen is referred to as a hidden pearl. With a population of close to 390 people, it is Norway's second smallest.

Old fishing boat at quay in Osterfjorden

Idyllic Waterfront Views

The boat will cruise past idyllic Western Norwegian views along the way.

Mostraumen

Until 1743 the people from Modal had to wait for a flood in Mostraumen before they could draw their boats up the river current. That year the flood opened free passage and Mo gained a new tidal waterway. Mostraumen is famous for its narrow character.

Osterfjord

The Osterfjord is one of three fjords surrounding the island of Osterøy, the second largest inland island in Northern Europe. The width of the fjord varies between 1 to 3 kilometers wide. The deepest point of the fjord is located outside Bernestangen.