Everything You Need to Know About the Gudvangatunnel
Located in the Sogn og Fjordane county of Norway, the Gudvanga Tunnel is one of the longest road tunnels in the country.
Where is the Gudvanga Tunnel?
The tunnel, known as Gudvangatunnelen or Gudvangentunnelen, is located north of Bergen, in the southwestern part of the country, within the Nærøyfjord World Heritage Park.
When was the Gudvanga Tunnel built?
The tunnel was opened on 17 December 1991 to bypass dangerous and often impassable mountain roads, especially in winter. Before its construction, the only way to access the villages was by water or by driving over the mountains.
What road carries the Gudvanga Tunnel?
The tunnel is fully paved and carries two lanes of the asphalted European Route E16, a major west–east transit route between Oslo and Bergen, Norway’s two largest cities.
How long is the Gudvanga Tunnel?
The tunnel is 11,428 metres (7.1 mi) long and links the villages of Gudvangen and Flåm. It features colourful lighting inside. Note that there is no internet or location signal in the tunnel, and it is closed to vehicles higher than 4.2 meters.