Making the most of Volda
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
01
Arriving at the port
Smaller and mid-sized ships usually berth directly at the quay near the town centre, while larger vessels may sometimes anchor and use tenders. The compact port area is within easy walking distance of town.
02
Sightseeing
At the end of Voldsfjord in western Norway, Volda is surrounded by dramatic mountains and deep fjords.
The Ivar Aasen Centre honours the linguist who developed Nynorsk, one of Norway’s written languages.
03
Getting around
Shore excursions frequently visit Austefjord Rural mountain farms and Scenic viewpoints looking out over the fjords.
04
Money
Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)
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Staying connected
Norwegian is the language, with English widely spoken.