Culture and history
Sagastad – the Viking ship that rose from the ashes
Right in the town centre lies one of the most spectacular Viking graves in Norway. Here, a Viking king was buried together with his ship, the Myklebust Ship – the largest Viking ship ever found traces of in the country. Today you can experience the ship in full size at the Sagastad Viking Centre, just a few metres from the fjord where the ship once sailed. Here you can board the ship and get a sense of what life might have been like in the Viking Age.
Right next to it is Sagaparken, a lovely area by the fjord with a town beach, barbecue area, and the popular Nordfjord sculpture.
Malakoff – from military training ground to rock festival
Nordfjordeid also has an exciting history linked to Malakoff, where Norway’s first military training ground was established in 1649. Today the area is the venue for the Malakoff Rockfestival, one of the largest festivals in Norway. The rest of the year, Operahuset Nordfjord offers world-class concerts, theatre, and opera.
Activities for the whole family
Nordfjordeid offers many activities for both young and old. In the centre, you can stroll along the historic Eidsgata – an idyllic shopping street with a wooden-house setting that is listed in the Directorate for Cultural Heritage’s NB register. Here you’ll find small niche shops, cafés, and bakeries. Popular stops include Minibakeriet, known for baked goods and local treats, and China Restaurant Chen in the centre.
Along the fjord you can stroll on the seafront promenade or take a break by the Eidselva, a well-known salmon river with long traditions for sport fishing. Jektehola by the river is a popular spot for picnics.
At Hamna training and activity centre you’ll find activities for the whole family. Here children can play and climb in Viking Warrior, Norway’s only Viking warrior climbing room. For those a bit older, you can try bouldering in the bouldering hall.
Photo: Eidsgata @ Terje Bakke
