About the trip This is an easy walk through the impressive Simadalen valley. At the beginning you walk on the path along the river, then you continue on a small paved road followed by a gravel road to the end of the road. There is very little traffic on the road. After approx. 5 km up in the valley you can enjoy the view of Skytjefossen waterfall which can be an impressive sight during spring!
Starting point Sima powerplant, 6.5 km from the centre of Eidfjord.
About the trail This is an easy hike through an impressive valley. In the beginning, it follows the path along the river, then it continues on a small paved road, followed by a gravel road. There is very little traffic on the road. In the spring, the Skytjefossen waterfall can be a magnificent sight! You may take a shorter walk on the road – even a 1 hour walk will be pleasant
Parking: Sima powerplant Parking fee: free Length: up to 6 km (one way) Total ascent: up to 250 meters Total walking time: up to 4 hours Season (average year): April - November
Mountain tours and hiking
Simadal - easy hike
This is an easy walk through the impressive Simadalen valley. During spring, Skytjefossen waterfall can be a fantastic sight!
Eidfjord
© Heidi Kvamsdal
Source: Visit Hardangerfjord
Contact
- Address:
- Ostangvegen 23
- 5783 Eidfjord
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Facilities
- Level of difficulty:
- Easy (green)
- Season:
- Spring
- Autumn
- Summer