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Eidfjord
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VøringsfossenNorsk Natursenter HardangerHardangervidda National ParkSysendalen ski - MaursethOlav H. Hauge CenterEidfjord gamle kyrkjeEidfjordvatnetTrolltrainSysenvatnetNearby restaurants
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Eidfjord
Eidfjord, Norway
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attractions: Vøringsfossen, Norsk Natursenter Hardanger, Hardangervidda National Park, Sysendalen ski - Maurseth, Olav H. Hauge Center, Eidfjord gamle kyrkje, Eidfjordvatnet, Trolltrain, Sysenvatnet, restaurants:
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Things to Do in Eidfjord, Norway - Eidfjord Attractions & Activities
Attractions of Eidfjord
Vøringsfossen
Norsk Natursenter Hardanger
Hardangervidda National Park
Sysendalen ski - Maurseth
Olav H. Hauge Center
Eidfjord gamle kyrkje
Eidfjordvatnet
Trolltrain
Sysenvatnet
Vøringsfossen
4.8
(4.3K)
Open 24 hours
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Norsk Natursenter Hardanger
4.5
(640)
Closed
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Hardangervidda National Park
4.8
(601)
Open until 12:00 AM
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Sysendalen ski - Maurseth
4.2
(84)
Closed
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Vøringsfossen
Vøringsfossen
4.8
Catherine YangCatherine Yang
Impressive and astonishing! There was a sunny window in the morning and we decided to go here with a baby backpack carrier. It was a good trip. The stairs were installed with solid structure for the tourists to appreciate the waterfall and immerse themselves in the nature a lot better. You also can take some really nice pictures if avoid the large crowd. I can imagine the stairs get busy in summer days so do mind your steps when there are a lot people. For those who are afraid of heights, I would not recommend this location as it does get scary especially when you look down. For those with young kids, baby carrier or back pack carrier is your friend. Making young ones (mine 2.5YO) walk / climb in this location all the way through might be tiring and dangerous.
Keith KnuutiKeith Knuuti
This was a fantastic waterfall, even though it was quite overcast the day we visited. The falls are very high, the volume of water flowing in through a fairly narrow entrance is enormous (and loud!), and the viewing opportunities are good. The main viewing platform was fogged in, but you could hear the falls and tell that you were standing over a lot of empty space. S short hike down a trail on the left (facing out) led to a crazy bridge over the headwaters, supported by two huge tripods.
Not too many cars when we visited, in the afternoon of a cloudy day, so parking was no problem. Google maps initially led us to the wrong parking lot, which was closed, but we easily found the right one. There's also a very nice cafe!
Ish DeeIsh Dee
Initially, I did not want to stop. But from the highway, the fall by the red building was so attractive I stopped and took pictures. There was a tiny path, so you can hike down. I started to drive and again didn't want to stop, not knowing there was another waterfall from my side too. When I was about to pass the turn toward the red structure (hotel) I really had to pee. 😁 So I turned left to the hotel and there was a large parking lot, clean restrooms, and a viewpoint happened to be the top part of the waterfall I took pictures from the highway. Since I was there, I took the 2 minutes walk to the View Point. The view blew my mind. I did cry for a minute because it was that beautiful.
Thomas StorliThomas Storli
I have visited Vøringfossen on multiple occasions, first time as a child. I have seen it during summer, autumn, winter, and spring and the view is always beautiful. If you're planning to visit at some point, make sure that you actually go and see the waterfall, as it's very hard to see from the usual stopping place. What i would recommend is to go to the cafe first, have a look over the edge (but be careful as there are no one stopping you from falling) and then take a trip up to the hotel overlooking the valley, as it's the only place you can get a proper view, the image i have added to this review is from the hotel.
Fran ŠalerFran Šaler
The highlight of our Norway trip. We visited in April 2023. Despite the perfect weather and 20°C and sun, it was really snowy, and most of the locations and walking trails were closed. Still, we could walk on some parts of it and see the most amazing scenes. I guess if we arrived a couple of weeks before, it would not be possible to visit due to the heavy snow. The road to this point is really good, no problems driving on it with some crazy circular tunnels
For photography, it was a bright sunny day so the images don't look really good. If you aim for a great photo, go in autumn, or on a cloudy/misty day.
Norsk Natursenter Hardanger
Norsk Natursenter Hardanger
4.5Museum
Becky TBecky T
Mixed feelings. The displays have nice signage in multiple languages, some interesting info like how fjords and glaciers are formed, and a recreated iceberg you can touch (which is indeed cold). It’s located within beautiful scenery, has a cafe and souvenir shop, and goats living on the grassy roof.
However, the 20-30 minute video is simply odd and the taxidermy displayed (including a recreation of reindeer dying) is not remotely what I like to see. The video in particular is the 90s style from helipcopter or plane showing the various fjords which seemed to give some people motion sickness. It also had odd music, no actual information until the last 30 seconds, so wondered why we were in a dark room watching a video when the places were literally outside.
Practical: it’s close to Eidfjord, set over three floors and does have a lift, and toilets are older but clean on lower level.
If sensitive to implication of animals being killed skip the video and second half of top floor exhibit
Conrad CardonaConrad Cardona
Really surprised by this modern, interactive and complete museum. It contains a chronology of the natural history of Norway including minerals and their formation, dinosaurs, fauna, flora, demographics... you name it!
On top of the main exposition there's an immersive video focusing on the nature of the area that was really beautiful and relaxing, and a slideshow of Norwegian art inspired by nature.
All explanations are in Norwegian, English and German (with the text being right next to the exposed thing they are referring to). On top of that, many tablets sprinkled around the museum have that same information in a number of other languages such as Spanish, French, etc...
Niklas LiebmannNiklas Liebmann
Super experience for everyone. Here, we just wanted to learn something about Norway’s history but found a museum full of information starting from Norways climate, structure, development, animals, a panorama film and nature footage to a general floor covering climate change, the atmosphere and much more. When you are struggling if you should visit the museum, just go. It really is worth the price and you will need 1:30-2h. The only suggestion to make it even better is to film a new panorama movie to include some new pictures with a higher quality ;)
Pierre MalafossePierre Malafosse
Thats a pretty interesting place to take a wide look on Norway's history and a closer look on it's inhabitants. The variety of themes proposed is really pleasant and the presentations of the birds and mammals are super great !
(But the muskox is missing !) Shame.
Still this is a place to visit if you are wandering in the region. The price of the ticket is worth it.
Battram LalaBattram Lala
Amazing exhibition and well made film. I cried during the film after exploring Hardangerfjord and Hardangervidda for several days. Explains geological history of the region, art & nature, agriculture, fauna and flora. Hunting simulator. Highly recommend! Worth the money. Friendly staff! Lovely presentation!
Hardangervidda National Park
Hardangervidda National Park
4.8National Park
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Hardangervidda National Park is the largest national park in Norway, covering 3,422 square kilometers across Hordaland, Viken, and Telemark counties. Established in 1981, it spans the vast Hardangervidda mountain plateau—often called Norway’s “rooftop”—featuring dramatic alpine scenery, moorlands, rivers, and glaciers.
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Landscape & Nature
The park’s terrain includes wide plateaus, deep valleys, lakes, and glacier-fed rivers. The western section is rugged and wet, while the eastern side is flatter and drier. This variation supports a mix of alpine and Arctic ecosystems, including hardy tundra vegetation and high-altitude flora.
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Wildlife
Hardangervidda hosts Europe’s largest population of wild reindeer, which roam freely across the plateau. Other notable wildlife includes moose, Arctic foxes, wolverines, and many bird species like the snowy owl and ptarmigan.
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Outdoor Activities
Hiking & Trekking: A vast network of marked trails is ideal for both short walks and multi-day treks. The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) maintains cabins across the park.
Fishing: The numerous lakes and rivers offer excellent trout fishing opportunities.
Winter Sports: In winter, the park becomes a cross-country skiing paradise, with maintained routes and cozy lodges.
Cycling: Some areas are accessible by mountain bike, offering scenic and less-traveled routes.
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Visitor Centers & Access
Hardangervidda Natursenter (Øvre Eidfjord) and
Hardangervidda Nasjonalparksenter (Skinnarbu)
These centers provide interactive exhibits on the park’s geology, wildlife, climate, and Sami culture.
Access is easy via main roads like Route 7 and the Bergen Line railway, connecting the park with Oslo and Bergen.
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Weather & Conditions (May 26, 2025)
Current weather is light rain with temperatures around 2°C. Wet snow is expected in the morning, clearing later in the day. Visitors should dress in layers, carry waterproof gear, and check safety updates before setting out.
Cosmos ProviderCosmos Provider
My first trek in Scandinavia and i will always remember it. Be sure to take the trails appropriate to the time of the year you visit or you might end up having to do crazy thing to manage to get across some portions, be sure to have a beacon or locator app on your smartphone if you do like we did and go about the way you want even if it's not exactly the appropriate time of the year for the trail you're doing.
ade0410ade0410
Stunning scenery. Great walks. We did the 4 waterfalls hike starting at the car park near the Go Karting track. Easy red way marks and signs help show you the way. Surrounding area with calm water, rapids, rocky tracks, gravel paths and forests. A variety of habitats to enjoy and savour. This is part of one of the most beautiful countries we have visited. Highly recommended a visit.
CharlotteCharlotte
Fantastisk opplevelse , nydelig natur , minner for livet .
Tur til litlos turisthytte med overnatting .
Den er betjent om sommeren og det serveres godt middag og frokost .
Vil anbefale å forberede turen i forkant , med rikelig væske inntak og næringsrik kost . Og søvn . I dagene i forkant .
Denne turen krever utholdenhet om en skal legge bak seg over 2 mil på en dag .
Vi havnet i feilt løype i starten og gikk i kupert terreng i oppoverbakke i solsteiken .
Brente mye av energien vår der .
Når man først kommer opp på flaten er det lett å gå . Fra ca 6 km til 1.7 mil
Vi valgte å gå rundt og ikke over .
Man måtte krysse en elv og gå i stein røys et stykke av veien .
Husk å ta med lykt .
Litt skummelt å gå i mørke .
Pakk lett om en ikke er særlig fjellvandt .
Kun det mest nødvendige , mat ,drikk og tørre klær .
Obs obs : Store deler av turen er uten mobildekning !
Neste gang skal vi ta med telt og en packraft . Sikkert fint å padle over vannet❤😊🌞🐐
Naturen vår har så mye å by på 🙏❤👌
John BJohn B
Very impressive panoramas! We passed the area on our trip from Bergen to Geilo. It was in June and it was quite cold. But how wonderful this part of Norway is. The mountains were still partly covered with snow. Astonishing beauty.
