Sognefjellet
Luster, Norway
The highest mountain pass road in northern Europe, topping out at 1,434 m between glaciers and peaks of Jotunheimen. Open from about late May to October; expect snow walls in June.
Sognefjellet is a high mountain road through Jotunheimen and is regarded as the highest mountain pass in northern Europe. The National Tourist Route (Fv 55) runs for 108 km from Lom to Gaupne on the Sognefjord. It reaches its highest point at 1,434 m. According to Jotunheimen.com, you can see the glaciers of the high mountains from the pass.
In winter the section between Rustasætre and Turtagrø is closed. In recent years the closure began around mid-November, and the road reopened between mid-April and early May. Even after reopening, the road can be closed at night or in bad weather. In autumn and early summer, always check road conditions and opening before you go, for example with the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (as of October 2026, not checked for the current day).
- Nearest town
- Luster, Norway
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 61.5600, 7.9900
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
Cold, short days in November–April. Mountain passes on this route are usually open June–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Norway: Electronic tolls by number plate. Automatic toll roads and toll rings; many routes include car ferries. Motorway limit for cars: 110 km/h.
- Sognefjellsvegen (1,434 m). Usually open June–October; outside that window the road can be closed by snow. Alternative: Go round via the E16 and the Lærdal tunnel.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- KrossbuCampsite3 km from SognefjelletTentsCaravans
- Liasanden resting areaCampsite18 km from SognefjelletFree
- Vassbakken kro og campingCampsite20 km from SognefjelletTentsCaravans
- Nymoen LeirplassCampsite22 km from SognefjelletTentsCaravans
- BolstadMotorhome stopover22 km from SognefjelletMotorhomes
- SpiterstulenCampsite23 km from SognefjelletTentsDrinking waterShowers
All campsites in Norway · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Sognefjellet?
Sognefjellet is in Luster, Norway, at GPS 61.5600, 7.9900. It is about 12 km from Turtagrø.
Can you camp near Sognefjellet?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Krossbu, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Sognefjellet?
Sognefjellet is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Jotunheimen: Valdresflye and Sognefjellet.
What is there to see near Sognefjellet?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lom Stave Church (43 km), Gjende and Besseggen (44 km), Urnes Stave Church (46 km) and Nigardsbreen (47 km).
When is the best time to visit Sognefjellet?
Cold, short days in November–April. Mountain passes on this route are usually open June–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)