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	Location Explorer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Balestrand lies between towering, snow-covered mountains and the majestic Sognefjord in a beautiful and lush fjord landscape.
		Balestrand is visited every summer by English clergymen who hold sermons and preach for English speaking visitors in this century-old "dragon style" church.
		The Sognefjord Aquarium is a first class aquarium situated on the banks of the fjord in the centre of Balestrand and exhibits marine life from the deeps and shallows of the world's deepest fjord.
	www.cruise.com /LE5/Default/LocationID_12722/index.html (653 words)

	Balestrand : Attractions \| Frommers.com
		At this point, you can walk along an old country road that is now abandoned but was in use during the early part of the 20th century.
		Excursions on the Sognefjord--The reason most visitors base in Balestrand is to explore the mighty Sognefjord, one of the greatest and most impressive -- also one of the deepest -- fjords in the world, stretching for a total length of 205km (127 miles).
		Balestrand is a stopover on the Bergen-to-Flåm line, with departures from Bergen leaving once a day, taking 5 1/2 hours and costing 550NOK ($78) per person.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/balestrand/3088010029.html (707 words)

	Rick Steves' Europe: Balestrand
		Full-day excursions depart Balestrand at 8:15, allow almost two hours at the museum, visit two glaciers, and return to Balestrand at 16:55 (425 kr).
		Balestrand is connected to the rest of Norway via the Fylkesbaatane express boat (buy tickets on boat or at TI, discounts for students, seniors, and couples, tel.
		From Balestrand to Bergen takes about four hours (400 kr, departs Balestrand May–Sept daily at 16:55, sometimes also Mon–Sat at 7:55, some Sun at 11:30 — but not mid-June–late Aug; Oct–April Mon–Sat at 7:55, Sun at 16:55).
	www.ricksteves.com /plan/destinations/scan/balest.htm (1465 words)

	Balestrand Hotel Balestrand Norway
		Balestrand is the ideal destination if you are seeking a tranquil, relaxing and friendly atmosphere.
		The surrounding mountains offer a multitude of hiking possibilities for the light walker or the hardy trekker.
		Balestrand is also the perfect starting point to base oneself for the numerous excursions in the Sognefjord region.
	www.scantours.com /balestrand_hotel.htm (177 words)

	Balestrand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Situated at the junction of the Sognefjord and Esefjord, the major industries are tourism and farming.
		Balestrand became popular early due to the interest of artists, such as Hans Gude, Alfred Heaton Cooper, Hans Dahl and Johannes Flintoe.
		Buildings in Balestrand include the 19th century Kvikne's Hotel, built in the Swiss Chalet style and St Olavs Church, also known as the English Church, which is an Anglican church built in the style of a Stave Church.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Balestrand (167 words)

	Welcome to Fjordringen - Balestrand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Fjordringen is a group of owners in Balestrand, Sognefjorden, also offering direct booking to our guests.
		OTTERSKRED: Directly by the sea, on the west side of the Arnafjord, these two wonderful "rorbuer" ("boat houses") are situated.
		MÅLSNES/ KALLESTAD: KA1 and KA 2 are beautifully situated cottages.
	www.prodat.no /fjordringen/en.html (102 words)

	Balestrand Summer Holiday & Walking Holidays In Balestrand
		The enchanting little village of Balestrand lies on a scenic promontory of orchards and farmland on the northern shores of the famous Sognefjord.
		Its mesmerising backdrop of towering snow-capped mountains and panoramic fjord vistas has been captivating travellers and inspiring artists for over a century, making it one of the region’s best-loved resorts.
		With buses and express boats operating in all directions, Balestrand is a perfect base for exploring Norway’s longest and deepest fjord.
	www.inghams.co.uk /lakes/NOR/BAL (147 words)

	Balestrand - Wikitravel
		Balestrand is a small charming village on the edge of the Sognefjord in Norway.
		The major road into Balestrand is the Route 55 across the Sognefjell mountain area between Luster and Lom.
		There is a nature tail up the hill from Balestrand and numerous other walks with plenty of great views of the fjord.
	wikitravel.org /en/Balestrand (294 words)

	Scanam World Tours Norway Fjord Tours Sognefjord Oslo Bergen Flam Balestrand
		Day 1—2nd class train from Oslo at 8:11 AM to Flåm via Myrdal connecting by Express Boat at 3:30 PM to Balestrand at 4:55 PM, with dinner and overnight at the Historic Kvikne’s Hotel.
		Day 2—Express boat from Balestrand at 11:55 AM transferring to the Flåm Railroad and continuing via the afternoon train from Myrdal to Oslo.
		Day 3—Enjoy Balestrand and perhaps visit the Viking Museum and the English Church before boarding the boat at 4:55 PM for a cruise on the Sognefjord to Bergen.
	www.scanamtours.com /norwaytours/fjordtoursSOG.html (1239 words)

	Balestrand Kommune:::Startside
		Etter overgang til nytt telefonsystem har Balestrand kommune og ein del av dei tilsette fått nye telefonnummer.
		Balestrand kommune gav tidlegare i haust gjeve tilskot til produksjon av CD-en Spor i Fjord.
		Balestrand kommune - Rådhuset - 6899 Balestrand - Sentralbord: 57 69 47 00 - Telefax: 57 69 12 05
	www.balestrand.kommune.no (105 words)

	Balestrand Kommune:::Welcome to the Art Village of Balestrand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Balestrand Kommune:::Welcome to the Art Village of Balestrand
		Balestrand kommune is one of the smallest municipalities in the region of Sogn, with appr.
		With its snow-covered mountains and open fjord landscape, Balestrand has been a favorite holiday place for travellers through centuries, and Kviknes Hotel with its famous 1913 swiss style facade is a well-known landmark in the region.
	www.balestrand.kommune.no /nettside/?komp=side&main=52&spraak=1 (264 words)

	!Norway Tours - Well Within's Earth Mysteries & Sacred Site Tours to Magnificent Norway!!
		Balestrand on the magnificent north bank of Sognefjord
		Travel to the Sognefjord area, staying in Balestrand or similar.
		The Sognefjord at Balestrand is at its widest with 7 narrow fjordarms pointing in all directons.
	www.nccn.net /~wwithin/norway.htm (1883 words)

	balestrand
		At Balestrand you will find both woodland and mountain walks, as well as a two tidal wetland areas called Bøyaøra and Vetlefjordsøyra.
		The whole area provides a leisurely form of bird watching, and is ideal for those who are not interested in dashing around just to obtain a long species list.
		This holiday home is to rent in Balestrand.
	birdwatch.brinkster.net /index-filer/Page24174.htm (494 words)

	Fylkesbaatane EN - Flåm - Balestrand
		The boat journey between Balestrand and Flåm takes you through a part of Norway that is rich in contrasts and will make an unforgettable impression.
		Out on the fjord near the charming tourist, jazz and artistic village of Balestrand is a meeting point for boat traffic,
		Perhaps the captain will stop at one of the cascading waterfalls to tap some crystal-clear mountain water.
	www.fjord1.no /fylkesbaatane_en/default.asp?page=1481 (245 words)

	Kvikne's Hotel, Balestrand/Sognefjord, Norway - Historic Hotels of Norway - De Historiske
		Over the years, the list of prominent hotel guests has grown exceedingly long.
		Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany was a frequent guest in Balestrand, along with emperors, kings, presidents, prime ministers, film stars and artists from many countries.
		An impressive collection of art and historical pieces is a central feature of the hotel's interior, and contributes to its unique character.
	www.dehistoriske.com /kvikne (256 words)

	Balestrand Transportation Tips by travelfrosch - VirtualTourist.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		As of 2006, 1-way fare from Balestrand to Flåm is NOK 205.
		1-way fare from Balestrand to Bergen is NOK 425.
		Credit cards are usually (sometimes reluctantly) accepted, so it's prudent to be prepared to pay in cash.
	members.virtualtourist.com /m/a6c1e/3668b/9/?o=2 (259 words)

	Balestrand Things to Do Tips by travelfrosch - VirtualTourist.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		There are some very good hiking opportunities around Balestrand.
		Hiking trails are color-coded based on difficulty, with red being the most difficult.
		The fjord views were excellent -- unfortunately, most of our pictures did not come out very well.
	members.virtualtourist.com /m/a6c1e/3668b/4/?o=2 (249 words)

	Balestrand Hostel Norway Directory
		Balestrand Hostel Kringsjå is situated in the idyllic town of Balestrand and has a great view of the Sognefjord.
		The hostel has its own aquarium in the town centre.
		From Balestrand there are daytrips with the ferry to Fjærland and the glacier museum.
	www.norway.com /directories/d_company.asp?id=23227 (110 words)

	The Sognefjord Tour (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		This 4-hour cruise goes deep into the lovely Sognefjord and ends in front of the Kviknes Hotel in Balestrand.
		• Morning cruise from Balestrand to the fascinating village of Fjaerland and its famous glaciers
		• Boat departs at noon from Balestrand and arrives at the Fretheim Hotel in Flam two hours later
	www.trynorway.com /sognefjord_tour.htm (175 words)

	Table of contents for Library of Congress control number 84021428 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Table of contents for From peasants to farmers : the migration from Balestrand, Norway to the upper Middle West / Jon Gjerde.
		Bibliographic record and links to related information available from the Library of Congress catalog.
		56 5 Inheritance, marriage, fertility, and economic growth: social development of Balestrand, 1800-1865.................................85 6 The children of Askeladden: emigration from Balestrand to the United States.................
	www.loc.gov /catdir/toc/fy055/84021428.html (206 words)

	Balestrand Hotels, All Balestrand hotels, hotels in Balestrand
		With over 2 reviews for hotels and guest houses, covering everything from luxury five-star establishments, we give an unbiased opinion on the city's best lodging.
		As well as high-quality digital room photos, we've also included links to local Hotel maps and travel directions (by metro, tram or bus) too.
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	www.bookinhotels.com /balestrand.htm (118 words)

	Balestrand Hotel Reservations – Discount Balestrand Hotels
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		Provcc.com provides discount rates for hotels in Balestrand.
		Browse our hotel directory for cheap hotels in Balestrand.
	www.provcc.com /EU/norway/balestrand.asp (27 words)

	A Taste of Balestrand - 4 days \| popular tourist resort Flåmdalen \| Oslo \| Flam Mountain Railway \| Balestrand \| Bergen ...
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		Depart on morning scenic train to Myrdal and change to famous Flam Mountain Railway.
		Cruise on the Sogne Fjord to Balestrand for dinner and overnight at Kvikne's Hotel.
	www.infohub.com /travel/sit/sit_pages/6982.html (270 words)

	Reiselivsbasen: Lodging Balestrand / Sogn og Fjordane / Norway
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	rlb.no /accommodation/kommune/1418 (63 words)

	Kviknes Hotel - eventyrslottet ved Sognefjorden [ Velkommen ] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		I Balestrand, med Sognefjorden som næraste nabo, ligg Kviknes Hotell - eit av dei mest særprega hotell i Skandinavia.
		Skuldrene senkar seg, pulsen går jamnare og ting fell på plass
		Kviknes Hotel - Kviknevegen 8 - Postboks 24, N-6898 Balestrand - Tlf: + 47 57 69 42 00 - Fax: + 47 57 69 42 01 - E-post
	www.kviknes.no (75 words)

	Cheap Hotels Balestrand \| Discount Hotels Balestrand \| Budget Hotels Balestrand \| Hotel Finder Balestrand \| Cheap Hotel ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
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	www.otel.com /hotels/balestrand.htm (142 words)

	Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand Hotels
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	Ferienhaus Norwegen Balestrand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Inmitten der schönsten Natur liegt das Haus direkt am Esefjord an der Mündung zum Sognefjord.
		Nur 1 Km entfernt liegt die historisch bekannte Stadt Balestrand.
		Dank des zum Haus gehörendem Motorbootes, sind die reichsten Angelgründe in der Umgebung erreichbar.
	www.ferienbungalow.de (125 words)

	Balestrand Hotel Rooms Holiday/Vacation Info
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	Balestrand Photo Gallery by Marisa Haralson at pbase.com
		Balestrand Photo Gallery by Marisa Haralson at pbase.com
		all galleries >> Two Years Travel Around-the-World >> Europe >> Norway >> Balestrand
		Dave safely rows M to shore, then moores the boat...swimming to shore in the frigid water
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	Balestrand Idrettslag
		Gull og heder til juniorlaget under Førde Cup
		Det eine juniorlaget til Balestrand spelte seg fram til finale under Førde Cup 2006.
		Fem lag får Balestrand med på Førde Cup
	www.balestrand-il.no (241 words)

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