Masfjorden is a municipality in Hordaland county, Norway. The municipality is located in the inner part of the Sognefjord, about 80 km northeast of the city of Bergen. The municipality has a population of 1,696 (2020) and an area of 556 km². The municipality is known for its beautiful scenery, with mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. The weather in Masfjorden is typically mild and rainy, with average temperatures ranging from 2°C in January to 15°C in July. The municipality has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Stone Age. Masfjorden was an important trading center in the Middle Ages, and it was also a major shipbuilding center in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Geographic Data for Masfjorden, Hordaland, Norway
| Latitude | 60° 47.932' |
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| Longitude | 5° 18.251' |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |