WATERVALLEN

Op zoek naar de perfecte flow

Vøringsfossen .
Photo: Paal Audestad / Visit Norway

Voel de kracht van het water dat langs de steile bergwanden naar beneden valt.

Volgens de World Waterfall Database bevinden 10 van de 30 hoogste watervallen ter wereld zich in Noorwegen.

Mardalsfossen .
Photo: Mattias Fredriksson / Visitnorway.com

Eén van de spectaculairste watervallen van Noorwegen is de beroemde Vøringsfossen in de regio Hardangerfjord.

Durf jij een kijkje te nemen...?

Loop over de wilde canyon!

Vøringsfossen in Hardanger .
Photo: Statens Vegvesen / Nasjonaleturistveger.no Architect: Carl-Viggo Hølmebakk AS arkitektkontor

Adem in, adem uit… en geniet van het uitzicht.

Vettisfossen, met zijn valhoogte van 275 meter, is de hoogste, ongereguleerde, vrij vallende waterval in Noorwegen.

The Vettisfossen waterfall in Jotunheimen .
Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

De ’Zeven Zusters’-waterval is één van de meest gefotografeerde en iconische watervallen van Noorwegen. De waterval stort zich naar beneden in het door UNESCO beschermde Geirangerfjord.

Om de zussen van dichtbij te zien, moet je aan boord van een veerboot, een rondvaartboot – of nog beter: Een kajak!

Brudesløret waterfall, Geirangerfjorden .
Photo: Øyvind Heen / Visitnorway.com

Op sommige plaatsen kun je naar de top wandelen voor spectaculaire uitzichten.

Langfoss is een lust voor het oog. Het water stort zich 600 meter naar beneden langs de berghelling tot in het Åkrafjord in Fjord Noorwegen.

Langfoss .
Photo: Espen Mills / Visitnorway.com

Het beste tijdstip om de watervallen te bewonderen is in mei en juni, wanneer de stroming het sterkst is.

Soms krijg je zelfs een gratis carwash of douche, zoals hier in Låtefoss.

Låtefossen waterfall and bridge, Odda .
Photo: julieweiss10/Foap/Visitnorway.com

Je kunt ook onder een aantal watervallen lopen, zoals bij Steinsdalsfossen...

Steinsdalsfossen, Hardanger .
Photo: Bjørn Andresen / Statens Vegvesen Architect: Jarmund / Vigsnæs AS

... of over de waterval heen, zoals deze in het Rago National Park in Salten, Noord-Noorwegen.

Rago National Park in Salten .
Photo: Ronny Frimann / Visit Norway

Er zijn ook spannendere manieren om het kolkende water over te steken, die je adrenaline de hoogte in zullen jagen: Wat dacht je van één van de coole, Noorse ziplines!

Ziplining over waterfall in Geiranger .
Photo: Marius Beck Dahle. Copyright: Explore Geiranger AS

En als je het niet erg vindt om nat te worden: SPRING!

Canyoning is echt een coole manier om kleinere watervallen te verkennen.

Ga altijd met een gids!

Canyoning in Trysil .
Photo: Andreas Fausko / Destinasjon Trysil

Canyoning in Trysil .
Photo: Photo: Andreas Fausko / Destinasjon Trysil

Je hoeft niet eens ver van de stad te gaan om wild stromend water te zien.

Bij Bærums Verk, kun je daarbovenop genieten van een kunstwandeling!

Waterfall at Bærums Verk .
Photo: Akershus Reiselivsråd

Bij andere gelegenheden wil je misschien een meer afgelegen waterval opzoeken.

Je vindt ze overal.

A waterfall shower in Innerdalen, Møre og Romsdal .
Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

In de winter bevriezen sommige watervallen tot een gigantische muur, ideaal geschikt voor ijsklimmen. Maar dit is alleen aan te raden voor doorgewinterde klimmers en met een gids.

Maar als je het voor de eerste keer wilt proberen, kun je een begeleide sessie krijgen in de indoor ski-arena SNØ in Oslo.

Ice climbing at SNØ north of Oslo .
Photo: SNØ

Watervallen van Noorwegen

Veel watervallen vallen op spectaculaire wijze van een hoge bergklif naar beneden, het fjord in. Andere zijn dan weer een onderbreking van de normale waterloop van een rivieren. Ze maken allemaal een integraal onderdeel uit van het gevarieerde, Noorse landschap.

De hoogste watervallen in Noorwegen vallen meer dan 800 meter naar beneden, en volgens de World Waterfall Database is Vinnufallet de hoogste. Deze ligt in in Sunndalen in Noordwest-Noorwegen, een gebied met veel prachtige watervallen, waaronder Åmotan en Mardalsfossen.

Enkele van de bekendste bezienswaardigheden zijn Vøringsfossen in de Måbødalen-vallei en De Zeven Zusters (’De syv søstre’) in Geiranger – deze werd zo genoemd omdat de waterval lijkt op het haar van zeven vrouwen. De machtige Kjosfossen is één van de vele hoogtepunten op de Flåm-spoorlijn. Daar staan tijdens het toeristische zomerseizoen actrices verkleed als het mythologische wezen Huldra te dansen en zingen voor de waterval.

Voor Noren zijn watervallen meer dan een mooi plaatje. Tal van watervallen in ons land worden gebruikt voor energiedoeleinden, waardoor een groot deel van de lokale industrie en huizen op een milieuvriendelijke energie krijgen.

Veiligheidstips bij de waterval

Houd zeker rekening met het mogelijke gevaar van een waterval. Als je erin valt is de stroming vaak sterk, is de oever vaak glad en nat door de waterspray en zijn de kliffen steil en hoog.

Volg zeker de instructies en blijf op het pad. Bij omheinde uitkijkpunten, loop niet voorbij de omheining. De grond kan glad of onstabiel zijn.

Wees zeker voorzichtig in de winter wanneer de waterspray tot ijs bevriest, of in de lente wanneer de stroming extra sterk is.

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Vøringsfossen - Måbødalen

Enjoy the view of one of the most impressive waterfalls in Norway that pours out from the Hardangervidda mountain plateau and curbs itself down the… Read more

Vøringsfossen - Måbødalen

Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall

Walk safe and dry behind one of Norway's most popular waterfalls. Steinsdalsfossen near Norheimsund, is easily accessible right next to the road. Read more

Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall

Skjervsfossen Waterfall

Skjervsfossen waterfall is located along the historic route along "Skjervet", a short detour from route 13 between Granvin and Voss. It consists of… Read more

Skjervsfossen Waterfall

Espelandsfossen Waterfall

Waterfall close to Rv 572. Falls 150 m Read more

Espelandsfossen Waterfall

Wandeling naar Vøringsfossen

Experience the Vøringsfossen waterfall at close range. Feel the power of the waterfall cascading down from the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. This… Read more

Wandeling naar Vøringsfossen

Dagtochten naar de Gloppefoss waterval

De Gloppefoss waterval is één van de hoogste in het Setesdal, en biedt een spectaculaire natuurbelevenis. Read more

Dagtochten naar de Gloppefoss waterval

Ose

Ose is een gehucht vlak bij rijksweg 9 ten noorden van de gemeente waar Bygland Otra uitmondt in Åraksfjorden. Read more

Ose

Låtefoss Waterfall

The twin waterfall Låtefossen in the Odda valley has a height of 165 meters and has been a popular travel destination since the 19th century. The… Read more

Låtefoss Waterfall

Vinnufossen waterfall

The waterfall Vinnu, which is hidden in the Sunndal mountain, is often forgotten in the company of the more well-known Mardalsfossen. But we are… Read more

Vinnufossen waterfall

Four beautiful waterfalls, Husedalen valley

The scenery and waterfalls in Husedalen simply take your breath away. Four stunning waterfalls are close to each other along the hiking trail from… Read more

Four beautiful waterfalls, Husedalen valley

Mardalsfossen

Take a trip to Northern Europe's highest waterfall (297 meters free fall, a total of 655 meters) Mardalsfossen by Eikedalsvatnet in Romsdal. You can… Read more

Mardalsfossen

Kjelfossen Waterfall

Kjelfoss Waterfall is located in Gudvangen. (municipality Aurland). Total height is 755 metre and the tallest single drop is 149 metre. Read more

Kjelfossen Waterfall

Bike & Hike to Drivandefossen Waterfall

Come along on a biking and hiking tour through the enchanting natural- and cultural landscapes of the Mørkrid valley, and get close to the impressive… Read more

Bike & Hike to Drivandefossen Waterfall

Fjord RIB Adventure + Waterfall Hike

– Combine the boat tour: "Fjord RIB Adventure" with a waterfall hike to the impressive 218 metre tall Feigumfossen waterfall! After an hour on… Read more

Fjord RIB Adventure + Waterfall Hike

Fjordcruise on the Hardangerfjord including tour to Vøringsfossen (Vøring waterfall)

Experience a journey through a landscape of majestic mountains, roaring waterfalls and idyllic orchards, on your way to the beautiful Queen of fjords Read more

Fjordcruise on the Hardangerfjord including tour to Vøringsfossen (Vøring waterfall)

The Kjærra Waterfalls Park

Rumbling waterfalls with salmon leaping and outstanding natural beauty. Kjærra in Lardal is a peaceful place to stay and a wonderful place to explore. Read more

The Kjærra Waterfalls Park

Private fjord cruise to Modalen with waterfalls and stop in Mo village

Private fjord cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen. Experience fjords, waterfalls and mountains. Time for Lunch and excursion in the charming village… Read more

Private fjord cruise to Modalen with waterfalls and stop in Mo village

Waterfall walk in Geiranger

The walk up or down 327 steps, plateaus and high airy view points, going close to the surging Storfossen (waterfall). The Waterfall… Read more

Waterfall walk in Geiranger

Skrøyvstadfossen Waterfall

Skrøyvstadfossen is a waterfall by the Skrøyvdalsvegen road between Høylandet and Salsbruket. The waterfall has a vertical drop… Read more

Skrøyvstadfossen Waterfall

Hike to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Hike to the top of the fifth tallest waterfall in Norway, Langfoss. The view is stunning. Read more

Hike to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Kylling Bridge and Vermafossen waterfall

The iconic Kylling bridge is one of the most famous Norwegian railway bridges and is one of the largest single buildings on the Rauma line.… Read more

Kylling Bridge and Vermafossen waterfall

Seven Sisters Waterfall tour - Geiranger Kayak Center

Guided kayak tour paddling on the Geiranger fjord to visit the 7 sisters waterfall Read more

Seven Sisters Waterfall tour - Geiranger Kayak Center

The Mardalsfossen Waterfall (20.06-20.08)

The long Eikesdalsvatnet lake lies just 26 metres above sea level, while the surrounding mountains tower to heights of 1,500 to 1,800 metres straight… Read more

The Mardalsfossen Waterfall (20.06-20.08)

Grongstadfossen Waterfall

Grungstadfossen waterfall, more commonly known as Grongstadfossen has a 75 m vertical drop. It is in dramatic and scenic surroundings in… Read more

Grongstadfossen Waterfall

Langfoss Waterfall

Langfoss waterfall drops down the steep mountainside with great power, looking like a bride's wail from a distance. A nature's wonder and a beauty to… Read more

Langfoss Waterfall

Sagelva Hydropower Center - From waterfall to hydropower

Sagelva Hydropower Center in the Romsdalen valley near Bjorli, is built on the remains of the old local sawmill. Where the rivers Asbjørnsåa and Ulvåa… Read more

Sagelva Hydropower Center - From waterfall to hydropower

Rafoss waterfall Kvinesdal

Rafossen is a waterfall located seven kilometres from Kvinesdal town centre. It is a powerful waterfall with a 42 metre drop. Read more

Rafoss waterfall Kvinesdal

Tømmeråsfossen - swimming and waterfall

Probably the most special place you'll ever take a bath! This natural formation in the rock makes for an amazing swimming area. It is… Read more

Tømmeråsfossen - swimming and waterfall

Lake Movatnet - an easy walk from Steinsdalsfossen waterfall

Starting point: Steinsdalsfossen waterfall About the trail: From the shops at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, walk 60 meters towards Rosseland, and turn… Read more

Lake Movatnet - an easy walk from Steinsdalsfossen waterfall

Hardangerfjord Cruise and Waterfall Tour

Day trip from Bergen to Hardangerfjord. Bus from Bergen to Norheimsund, fjord cruise on a RIB boat and a walk to the beautiful Steinsdalsfossen… Read more

Hardangerfjord Cruise and Waterfall Tour

The waterfall "Prestfossen"

Prestfossen is a waterfall in the river Bøvra in Lom National Park Village, Fossbergom. Read more

The waterfall "Prestfossen"

Waterfalls in the Hardangerfjord region

Driving in Hardanger takes you to the waterfalls (“foss” in Norwegian). The most famous are Vøringsfossen in Eidfjord (route 7),… Read more

Waterfalls in the Hardangerfjord region

Laukelandsfossen waterfall

Laukelandsfossen is a waterfall in Dalsfjorden by Dale in Fjaler. The waterfall is impressive with a 135 meter drop. Read more

Laukelandsfossen waterfall

The Furebergfossen waterfall

Beautiful waterfall, that can be seen from the road, between Ænes and Sundal. Read more

The Furebergfossen waterfall

Strand - Sandvin - scenic waterfall hike

Starting point At Strand. Follow signs to Buer from route 13, and then follow the road towards Strand. About the trail Follow the road and pass… Read more

Strand - Sandvin - scenic waterfall hike

Tvinnefossen Waterfall

In earlier days, the road to which they brought cattle down to graze by the fjord went behind this waterfall. You can still walk it, and to see the… Read more

Tvinnefossen Waterfall

Sisselfossen Waterfall

Sisselfossen is a beautiful waterfall with a 100m vertical drop. This hike is easy at first, with a steep descent to the viewpoint in front of the… Read more

Sisselfossen Waterfall

Tvindefossen Waterfall

The waterfall has a drop of 110 metres, and is a very popular tourist attracion. Read more

Tvindefossen Waterfall

Daytrip to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Langfoss waterfall was in 2011 voted as one of the worlds most beautiful waterfalls by CNN, with its 612-metre cascading fall, and as the fifth… Read more

Daytrip to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Glomnesfossen Waterfall

You never get tired of gazing at large waterfalls. That’s also true when it comes to the Glomnesfossen waterfall. Read more

Glomnesfossen Waterfall

Kleivafossen Waterfall

"On my wild journey through Nordfjord, a trip to Kleivafossen waterfall and the Briksdalsbreen glacier was a must on my list. I got to visit the… Read more

Kleivafossen Waterfall

Laksforsen – Norway’s most beautiful waterfall?

Every second, 700 cubic metres of water plummet through the beautiful Laksforsen falls at Grane. This 17-metre waterfall on the Vefsna, one of… Read more

Laksforsen – Norway’s most beautiful waterfall?

Rjukanfossen waterfall in Åmli

Rjukanfossen waterfall is located in Tovdal in Åmli municipality. Read more

Rjukanfossen waterfall in Åmli

The Kydal Waterfall in Bybrua

Fish species: - Trout How to get to the Kydal waterfall: GPS location: - Type "Odnesvegen 455, 2822 BYBRUA" (The waterfall is located at the opposite… Read more

The Kydal Waterfall in Bybrua

The waterfall Slettafossen

At Verma, 44 km from Åndalsnes. Signposted turn-off from the road (E136) Also a 30-40 m deep canyon with a river and rapids. Read more

The waterfall Slettafossen

Kvåsfossen waterfall Lyngdal

Kvåsfossen is one of Southern Norway's largest waterfalls. Read more

Kvåsfossen waterfall Lyngdal

Along waterfalls and river pools

Start by the swimming spot at Stampesletta (just above Birkebeineren Hotel). Cross Finna bridge and continue along the old track from around 1900. Read more

Along waterfalls and river pools

Brekkefossen Waterfall Hike

On the hiking trip to Brekkefossen waterfall you will have a grand view of the fjord and into the valley. Read more

Brekkefossen Waterfall Hike

Eidsfossen Waterfall

The area between Eidsfoss waterfalls and Gloppefjord is renowned for good salmon fishing. Many of the promising salmon holes have English names from… Read more

Eidsfossen Waterfall

Opsalsfossen Waterfall

Beside the centre of Vikedal. A salmon-leap, see salmon in their natural environment. Read more

Opsalsfossen Waterfall

River boat and hike to dramatic Imo waterfall in the Reisa National Park

This tour is conducted by Reisaboat Adventure and Best Arctic. See more of the stunning and impressiv Reisa National Park and it`s two spectacular… Read more

River boat and hike to dramatic Imo waterfall in the Reisa National Park

Riverboat to spectacular Mollis waterfall in the Reisa National Park

This tour is conducted by Reisaboat Adventure and Tromsø Safari. If you are looking for spectacular nature and a unique and cool way to experience it,… Read more

Riverboat to spectacular Mollis waterfall in the Reisa National Park

Skjervsfossen Waterfall

On the Norwegian Scenic Route of Hardanger, you will find the spectacular Skjervsfossen waterfall. Read more

Skjervsfossen Waterfall

Hivju waterfall

Hivjufossen is an impressive waterfall and a nice hike. The tour is about 3 km and it is a great family outing. The path starts from RV 50 ca. 300… Read more

Hivju waterfall

Dorgefoss Waterfall

The Dorgefoss waterfall is an impressive gorge and waterfall located between Omlid and Handeland in Sirdal Read more

Dorgefoss Waterfall

Hellesylt Waterfall

Hellesylt waterfall is one of the most photographed motifs in the area. In the centre of the village, between two bridges (Høge bridge from 1907… Read more

Hellesylt Waterfall

The Braastad waterfall

Fish species: - Trout - Perch (in the rivermouth) - Grayling (in the rivermouth) How to get there: GPS location: - Type "Braastadvika 67, 2825 GJØVIK"… Read more

The Braastad waterfall

Hike to Storseterfossen (waterfall)

Hike up to, and in behind the Storseter waterfall. Read more

Hike to Storseterfossen (waterfall)

Flakkefossen - a mighty waterfall

Flakkefossen is one of Birkeland most spectacular attractions. The view from the top is also worth seeing. Read more

Flakkefossen - a mighty waterfall

Vettisfossen Waterfall

With a free fall of 275 metres Vettisfossen is the highest protected waterfall in Norway. You can get there on foot by walking up the beautiful… Read more

Vettisfossen Waterfall

Feigefossen Waterfall

At the south side of Lustrafjorden you will find the magnificent Feigefossen Waterfall. Beautiful, 218 meters tall and one of Norways highest… Read more

Feigefossen Waterfall