Major city · Norway
Skei
Spend one full day in Skei to see the Astrup house, rent a boat for fishing, and try a short glacier walk; add a night only if you want golf or ski.
Skei is a small village at the head of Jølstervatnet lake, a gateway to the Jostedalsbreen glacier and the painter Nikolai Astrup's home. Most attractions are within 20 km, so a single day covers the main sights; overnight stays are useful for golf, ski or relaxed fishing trips.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NOK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, snow on roads)
- Airport
- FDE
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Nordic countries ↗Decide light or dark before anything else: summer trips (June–August) and aurora trips (September–March in the Arctic) need different countries, clothes and bases.
- Nordic countries ↗Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroes sell stronger alcohol only in state shops with short hours; buy before evening and before Sundays and holidays.
- Norway ↗Norway is not in the EU but is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources.
- Norway ↗Wine and spirits are sold only at the state Vinmonopolet shops; supermarkets sell beer, and not in the evenings or on Sundays.
- Norway ↗The right to roam (allemannsretten) lets you hike and camp on most uncultivated land, keeping a distance from homes and leaving no trace.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Skei112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Skei, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Norwegian krone (NOK, kr); the euro is not used.Norway-wide
- SIM or eSIMEEA roaming applies: EU and EEA SIMs work at home prices.Norway-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent; streams in the mountains are usually drinkable, but avoid water below farms and grazing.Norway-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Included; round up or add 5–10% for good service.Norway-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Norway-wide
- SafetySkei is low‑risk; main concerns are weather‑related road closures in winter and ensuring you have a fishing licence.
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- RestroomsFree or card-paid (NOK 10–20 (≈ US$1–2)) in towns; trailheads often have pit toilets.Norway-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 110 fire · 113 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays out of season; small fjord-village hotels and cafés close October–April.Norway-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportFDE Førde Airport (60 km (37 mi) west, shuttle bus or rental car needed).FDE Førde Airport (37 mi (60 km) west, shuttle bus or rental car needed).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable; a car is required for Astruptunet (15 km (9.3 mi)), Eikaas Gallery (16 km (9.9 mi)) and glacier walks.The village is walkable; a car is required for Astruptunet (9.3 mi (15 km)), Eikaas Gallery (9.9 mi (16 km)) and glacier walks.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee30–45 kr
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (first km)150 kr
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNOK 500 (≈ US$50)
- Mid-range bedBest Western room (double), a night, per roomNOK 1,500 (≈ US$150)
- High-end bedBest Western room (double), a night, per roomNOK 2,100 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NOK 900 (≈ US$90) · Mid NOK 1,300 (≈ US$130) · High NOK 1,800 (≈ US$180)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- FDE Førde Airport (60 km (37 mi) west, shuttle bus or rental car needed)FDE Førde Airport (37 mi (60 km) west, shuttle bus or rental car needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Apr
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
May
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jul
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Aug
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Sep
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Oct
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Nov
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Skei: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
8 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Mar
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Apr
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
10 rd
May
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
11 rd
Jun
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
12 rd
Jul
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
13 rd
Aug
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
12 rd
Sep
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Oct
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
9 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable; a car is required for Astruptunet (15 km), Eikaas Gallery (16 km) and glacier walks. Rental cars are available in Førde; taxis operate locally.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Astruptunet (Astrup house)
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Drive 15 km (9.3 mi) north on E39, 20 min; park at the siteDrive 9.3 mi (15 km) north on E39, 20 min; park at the site
Adult 50 kr, seniors/students 40 kr
Eikaas Gallery
goDoor to door: ≈35 min
Drive 16 km (9.9 mi) north on E39, 20 minDrive 9.9 mi (16 km) north on E39, 20 min
Free entry
Glacier walk (Haugabreen)
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min (incl. travel)
Join Glacierteam from Skei; 10 km (6.2 mi) drive to trailheadJoin Glacierteam from Skei; 6.2 mi (10 km) drive to trailhead
Book in advance; weather can cancel
Sunnfjord Golfklubb
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
Drive 5 km (3.1 mi) south to Vassenden, 10 minDrive 3.1 mi (5 km) south to Vassenden, 10 min
Green fee 200 kr
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Best Western Skei Hotel
central, easy access to road E39
Jølster Hotell
in Vassenden, 24 km (15 mi) west, good for golf or skiin Vassenden, 15 mi (24 km) west, good for golf or ski
Lunde Turiststasjon
budget rooms from 400 kr, 15 km (9.3 mi) northbudget rooms from 400 kr, 9.3 mi (15 km) north
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- kr 900–1 200 excl. bed
- Mid
- kr 1 300–1 600 excl. bed
- High
- kr 1 800+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Best Western room (double)1 × 1 night × NOK 1,500 | NOK 1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NOK 1,300 | NOK 2,600 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × NOK 650 · check | NOK 1,300 |
| Fishing licence (1 day)2 × NOK 150 · check | NOK 300 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × NOK 300 · check | NOK 600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NOK 630 |
| Trip total≈ NOK 3,465 per person per day, bed included | NOK 6,930≈ US$700 |
2026 estimate in NOK; flights, car rental and fishing licence excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | 30–45 kr |
| Fish and chips (local café) | 120–180 kr |
| Taxi (first km) | 150 kr |
| Glacier walk guide | 350–450 kr |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter road conditions can be icy; carry chains in Dec–Feb.
- Fishing licence required for Jølstervatnet; buy at tourist office.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire
- 110
- Ambulance
- 113
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Til denne adressen, takkTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance113
- Fire110
Embassy
US consulate in Oslo; Norwegian emergency number 112.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Førde → Skei, rental car: ≈ 500 kr per day (check)
Say or show
- Unnskyld — Excuse me / Sorry (oon-skyld)
- Takk — Thank you (tahk)
- Hvor mye koster det? — How much is it? (vohr mee-eh kost-er deh)
- Snakker du engelsk? — Do you speak English? (snah-ker du eng-elsk)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Skei. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug · avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, snow on roads) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night for golf or ski (Jølster ski centre).
- Combine with a Fjærland glacier museum visit (≈30 km west).
Sources
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