Vigdalen
Valley, Sogn og Fjordane Luster
Norway
Vigdalen
Vigdalen is a valley located in the municipality of Luster, in the county of Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. The valley is situated in the western part of the country, surrounded by mountains and fjords, and covers an area of approximately 50 square kilometers.
The landscape of Vigdalen is characterized by steep mountains, deep valleys, and rushing rivers. The valley is home to a number of small villages, including Nesjane, Dale, and Jostedal. The villages are known for their traditional Norwegian architecture and scenic beauty, with many visitors coming to the area to enjoy hiking, fishing, and skiing.
The Jostedalsbreen National Park is located in the eastern part of Vigdalen and covers an area of over 1,300 square kilometers. The park is home to the largest glacier in mainland Europe, the Jostedalsbreen Glacier, which attracts thousands of visitors each year.
The climate in Vigdalen is typically cold and wet, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 15°C throughout the year. The valley is known for its long, dark winters and short, mild summers, making it an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
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Vigdalen is a valley in Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. It has an elevation of 940 meters above sea level. It is also known as Vigdalen, Viggdalen. Information correct as at Tuesday 14th October 2014.
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| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Id | 3131838 |
| Name | Vigdalen |
| Asciiname | Vigdalen |
| Alternatenames | Vigdalen;Viggdalen |
| Latitude | 61.51749 |
| Longitude | 7.30295 |
| Feature Class | T |
| Feature Id | VAL |
| Country Id | NO |
| Cc2 | NO |
| Admin1 Code | 15 |
| Admin2 Code | 1426 |
| Area Id | NO.15 |
| District Id | NO.15.1426 |
| Admin3 Code | |
| Admin4 Code | |
| Population | 0 |
| Elevation | 0 |
| Dem | 940 |
| Timezone Id | Europe/Oslo |
| Modification Date | 2014-10-14 |
| What3words | movie.mascot.unleashed |
| What3words Place | Gaupne, Sogn og Fjordane |
| Feature | valley: an elongated depression usually traversed by a stream |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo NO GMT 1.0 |
| Country | Europe Northern Europe Norway |