Hardangerfjord and Hardangervidda - What to do in Hardanger

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Hardangerfjord

Hardangerfjord is close to Bergen and is considered one of the most beautiful areas in Norway. Two national parks, two national tourist routes, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers await you.

History

For decades Hardanger has been one of the most important tourist destinations in Norway. The attractions that drew visitors to Hardanger more than 100 years ago are the same attractions that draw tourists today; the fjords, glaciers, mountains and waterfalls. In 1904, Odda was Norway's most important cruise port, with 88 ships docking in the harbour. The oldest hotels in Hardanger date from the 1700s and at Utne Hotel, which dates from 1722, you can really sense its long history.

Wild adventures

You can take a range of walks and hikes in Hardanger. The most famous is to Trolltunga (the Troll’s tongue), duration 10-12 hours. Perhaps the most beautiful walk is from Kinsarvik and up Husedalen valley, which has four waterfalls. For those wanting other challenges there are glaciers to explore, kayaking, Via Ferrata routes and great cycling routes.

Culture and tradition

There are many museums and visitor centres in Hardanger. The most visited is the Hardangervidda Nature Centre in Eidfjord - a great place for the whole family. At the Agatunet farm estate you can get an insight into how people have lived in Hardanger through the ages.

Food and drink

Hardanger is Norway's orchard. On the fruit and cider route in Ulvik you can visit three fruit farms, taste the juice and cider and see and learn about its production and history. There are many farm shops in Hardanger, selling local specialties.

National Tourist Routes

Hardanger boasts two of the country’s National Tourist Routes. The Hardanger and Hardangervidda National Tourist Routes wind through the most magnificent landscapes in Norway. In May / June you can witness spring’s most beautiful sight – the fruit trees blossoming in Hardanger.

Adventures awaiting you in Hardanger

Hike to Trolltunga (the Troll’s tongue)

Trolltunga is one of the Norway’s most spectacular rock formations. The round-trip takes 10-12 hours with an elevation of around 900 meters. You must be physically fit and well-equipped for a hike in the mountains. Usually the season lasts from mid June until mid September. A map and further information can be found at the tourist information centre in Odda.

Exploring Folgefonna Glacier

Since 1994, Folgefonni Breførarlag has been offering guided tours on the Folgefonna glacier in Jondal. Jondal is about 2.5 hours from Bergen. The glacier walks are suitable for all ages (8-80 years old) and tours are tailored to meet the needs of the participants.

Hardangervidda Nature Centre

A visitor centre for Norwegian nature, climate and environment. With its amazing panoramic movies, excellent interactive exhibitions and an award-winning café, the centre is a great destination for the whole family.

Agatunet

At Agatunet you can experience a traditional farm estate, typical in western Norway until the late 1800's. At the estate there are perfect examples of the region’s architecture, ranging from the Middle Ages until the present day. Aga was a very large farm estate and the Court of Appeals Lodge was built around 1250. There’s a cosy café, exhibitions and guided tours throughout the summer.

Via Ferrata

Via Ferrata is a prepared climbing route that you can navigate with a guide, without the need for any previous climbing experience. There are two Via Ferrata routes in Hardanger, one in Tyssedal and one that takes you to Trolltunga. Trolltunga Active organises the climbing tours.

How to get there

Excursions

If you want to experience the beauty of the Hardangerfjord region at first hand, why not take advantage of Fjord Tours’ excursions? On their tours you travel by train, boat and bus and decide yourself whether you want an overnight stay during your trip. Start your journey in either Bergen or Oslo and choose between the Hardangerfjord in a nutshell tour or the Hardangerfjord in a nutshell & Rosendal tour. The last tour can be combined with a hiking trip to Trolltunga!

Other transport

See more transport options at Hardangerfjord.com

Hardangerfjord – paradise for young and old alike

Accommodation

Things to Do

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Fruit and cider route, Ulvik

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5731 Ulvik

Group visits of 10+ persons are able to visit the three fruit farms:
(Hardanger saft-og siderfabrikk (90122835), Syse gard (41649906) or Ulvik Frukt & Cideri (91102215).

The farms with southern exposure are located in the hillside of the...
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129 reviews
Eidfjord Fjell & Fjord Hotel

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Lægreidsveien 7
5783 Eidfjord

The hotel is situated in the centre of Eidfjord, centrally located by the Rv 7 road - the tourist road between Oslo and Bergen that passes through Hardanger. The hotel has 28 rooms with 49 beds in all. We have a fully licensed bar/ restaurant.
The...

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7 reviews
Agatunet

Address

Aga
5776 Nå

Idyllic listed hamlet with 30 buildings ranging from the Middle Ages to present-day. The unique court of appeals courtroom and residence was built by the knight and lawmaker Sigurd Brynjulvson Aga around year 1250. Film, art, cultural and historical...
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17 reviews
Hardanger Maritime Museum

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Postboks 53
Kaldestad
5601 Norheimsund

Family friendly maritime museum emphasizing activities and open workshops. You will experience ropemaking, forging and wooden boat building. You can make wooden figures, make ropes, build small boats and learn about knots. Hire a traditional wooden...
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3 reviews
Hardanger Fjordhytter - Laupsa

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Hardangerfjordvegen 800
5610 Øystese

At the very heart of fruitful Hardanger, 80km from Bergen, is where you’ll find our modern fjord cabins, open all year round. The cabins are well equipped and enjoy a beautiful setting, only 30m from the fjord.
We can tempt with spectacular views...

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28 reviews
Hardangerviddahallen Restaurant / Cafe

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Øvre Eidfjord
5784 Øvre Eidfjord

Hardangerviddahallen Restaurant/Café is a modern cafè featuring traditional local cuisine. The cafè serves typical Norwegian food made from local ingredients from Eidfjord and Hardangervidda. The cafè serves both as a place for visitors to eat...
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19 reviews
Jaunsen Gjestgjevarstad

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Kongstun
Postboks 11
5736 Granvin

Jaunsen Gjestegjevarstad has centuries of experience as an overnight stop for travellers. Today's inn comprises three different adjoining buildings standing in a row beside the Hardanger tourist road.
"Tingstova" (the courthouse, now the dining...

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10 reviews
Kabuso Art Centre

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Hardangerfjordvegen 626
5610 Øystese

NEW - Hardanger Skyspace by the American light artist James Turrell opend 23 September 2016. Kabuso Art Centre has temporary exhibitions, concerts and other arrangements through the year. The Ingebrigt Vik museum presents the works of one of...
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2 reviews
Furedalen Alpin

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Furedalen
5600 Norheimsund

Furedalen offers 2 large ski tows, each 950 metres, and a supervised children’s ski tow in a protected area. Total capacity is 3050 people per hour. There are 6 alpine slopes which provide a total length of 7.7 km and different levels of difficulty,...
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35 reviews
Røldalsterrassen

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Håra 7
5760 Røldal

Håradalen is situated north-west of Røldal. Røldal is a traffic junction on E 134, between Haukelifjell in the east and Seljestadjuvet in the north-west, RV 520 over Ekkjeskaret to Sauda and RV 13 to Suldal.
In ancient times pilgrims came to...

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127 reviews
Tyssedal Hotel

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Gamle Oddaveg 3
5770 Tyssedal

Intimate Hotel with a special history closely connected to the history of The Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry nearby. This historical hotel is home to a spectacular collection of original art. Nils Bergslien, Christian Krogh, Askvold,...

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130 reviews
Utne Hotel

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Utne sentrum
5778 Utne

Utne Hotel is one Norway's oldest hotel in continual operation, licensed since 1722. It was founded in 1722 by Sergeant Børsem, who was granted permission by King Christian VII to operate an inn as partial payment after the great Scandinavian War....

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Granvin Tourist Office

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Kvanndal
5736 Granvin

Open during summer season.
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1 reviews
Norheimsund Tourist Office

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Steinsdalsfossen
5600 Norheimsund

Open during summer season.
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19 reviews
Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry

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Naustbakken 7
5770 Tyssedal

The beautiful power station at the fjord is a monument of the hydropower adventure that started in 1906. Today it is a museum with guided tours, films and exhibits. Museum shop and cafe. Tailored programs for groups, meetings and seminars...
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19 reviews
Water Activity in Tyssedal

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Naustbakken 7
5770 Tyssedal

Water activities for everyone in Tysso III minikraftverk, Norsk Vasskraft- og Industrimuseum
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104 reviews
Hardanger Hotel

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Eitrheimsveien 13
5750 Odda

Hardanger Hotel is a pleasant business hotel, strategically located in the middle of Odda town centre, near to many attractions (amongst others: Trolltunga).
We offer reasonably priced accommodation, and promise you a nice stay.
Welcome to us!

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Hardanger Art Gallery

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Mælen
5628 Herand

At Mælen farm, the artist Arne Bakke Mælen has built a modern gallery and workshop in traditional building style. Observe the contrast between modern design and old traditions in spectacular surroundings. The Gallery is also available for courses...
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191 reviews
Brakanes Hotel

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Promenaden 3
5730 Ulvik

Brakanes Hotel is situated uniquely by the fjord in Ulvik, Hardanger. The Hotel is surrounded by high mountains, fruit orchards, a sparkling fjord and a varied cultural landscape. Many of the rooms have a balcony and a fjord view. The Hotel also has...

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67 reviews
Strand Fjord hotel

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Tyssevikvegen 31
5730 Ulvik

Strand Fjordhotel is located just by the fjord in the centre of Ulvik. The hotel offers rooms in different sizes and categories, but almost all the rooms have fjord view and balcony. Strand Fjordhotel also have a large fjord terrace where you can...

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