Travel Notice: Lærdal Tunnel to Close at Night from September 2026
The Lærdal tunnel is the world’s longest road tunnel and runs for 24,5 km.
Visiting Lindstrøm Hotel during the tunnel upgrades.
The Lærdal Tunnel, the longest road tunnel in the world, is scheduled for major safety upgrades from September 2026 to 2029. During this period, the tunnel will be closed at night from 18:00 to 06:00.
This may seem challenging if you are travelling in the area, but here is the good news:
Who Will Be Affected?
The night-time closure applies only to travellers driving between Aurland/Flåm and Lærdal, or to those arriving from Bergen late in the evening.
If your planned route includes the tunnel after 18:00, you will need to adjust your travel plans.
Guests arriving from Oslo, Filefjell or Sogndal will not be affected, as the route to Lindstrøm Hotel does not pass through the Lærdal Tunnel.
Alternative Travel Routes
Drive through the tunnel during daytime
The simplest solution: plan your journey between 06:00 and 18:00.Aurlandsfjellet National Tourist Route
A spectacular mountain road connecting Aurland and Lærdal.Rv. 52 via Hemsedal
A reliable year-round alternative if you are travelling between east and west during the night.Ferries and local transport
Additional ferry or boat services may be available at certain times. Check updated information at www.175.no before you travel.
Arriving Earlier Gives You More to Explore
Lindstrøm Hotel is located in the heart of Gamle Lærdalsøyri, a historic village centre with charming wooden houses and peaceful, picturesque streets. Arriving earlier in the day gives you extra time to enjoy the area. Here are some suggestions:
Explore Gamle Lærdalsøyri.
A unique area with more than 150 wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries.Visit Borgund Stave Church.
One of Norway’s best-preserved stave churches, just a short drive away (and on the same side of the Lærdal Tunnel as the hotel).Walk the King’s Road (Kongevegen).
A historic hiking route featuring famous viewpoints such as Vindhellavegen.Nature and hiking.
The surrounding mountains offer unforgettable outdoor experiences.
Travel Tips
Check updated road information at www.175.no
If you are arriving from the west, plan to reach Lærdal before 18:00 to pass through the tunnel in time
Consider arriving early for a calm and comfortable start to your stay
Contact us at Lindstrøm Hotel with any questions regarding your stay or travel route
Please note that the tunnel upgrade is already somewhat delayed from the original schedule. The Norwegian Public Roads Administration will provide updates as the project progresses, and Lindstrøm Hotel do our best to stay informed.
The Lærdal Tunnel is an important route for travellers between Bergen and Lærdal. Bergen is marked in blue, the tunnel in red, and Lindstrøm Hotel in Lærdal in green. At the bottom right, Oslo is marked in purple (you do not need to drive through the tunnel when travelling between Lærdal and Oslo).