Selbjørnsfjorden

In the modern world, Selbjørnsfjorden has gained unprecedented relevance in various areas of society. From its impact on the economy to its influence on culture and politics, Selbjørnsfjorden has become a topic of constant interest for people of all ages and backgrounds. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the various dimensions of Selbjørnsfjorden, analyzing its evolution over time and its impact on the world today. From its origins to its relevance today, Selbjørnsfjorden has left an indelible mark on the history of humanity, and its presence continues to shape the course of our society.

Selbjørnsfjorden
View of Stolmasundet strait with the fjord in the background.
Selbjørnsfjorden is located in Vestland
Selbjørnsfjorden
Selbjørnsfjorden
Location of the fjord
Selbjørnsfjorden is located in Norway
Selbjørnsfjorden
Selbjørnsfjorden
Selbjørnsfjorden (Norway)
LocationVestland county, Norway
Coordinates59°57′03″N 5°01′44″E / 59.9508°N 5.0289°E / 59.9508; 5.0289
Primary inflowsLangenuen
Primary outflowsNorth Sea
Basin countriesNorway
Max. length20 kilometres (12 mi)
Max. width8 kilometres (5.0 mi)
IslandsSelbjørn, Stolmen, Stord

Selbjørnsfjorden is a fjord in Vestland county, Norway. The 20-kilometre (12 mi) long fjord flows east–west between the municipalities of Austevoll, Fitjar, and Bømlo. It is a wide fjord that starts at the Slåtterøy Lighthouse at the North Sea in the west and flows to the strait of Langenuen in the east. The central part of the fjord reaches about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) wide. The fjord is named after the nearby island of Selbjørn.

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References

  1. ^ Evensen, Knut Harald, ed. (2006). NAF Veibok 2007-2009 (in Norwegian). Oslo: Norges Automobil-Forbund. p. 33.
  2. ^ Store norske leksikon. "Selbjørnsfjorden" (in Norwegian). Retrieved 2014-12-22.