Briksdalsbreen is a glacier arm of the larger Jostedalsbreen glacier, which is the largest glacier on the European mainland. Located in the municipality of Stryn in Vestland county, Norway, Briksdalsbreen attracts visitors from all over the world due to its stunning beauty and accessibility.
The glacier is part of the Jostedalsbreen National Park, which encompasses a vast area with various glacier arms besides Briksdalsbreen, each with its own unique characteristics. Briksdalsbreen itself is situated at the end of the Oldedalen valley, and it has been a popular tourist destination for over a century.
The retreat of the glacier over recent years has been a clear indicator of climate change, making it an interesting site not only for tourists but also for scientists and environmentalists.
