Kinsarvik

Four beautiful waterfalls, Husedalen valley

  • Two hikers admire the powerful Søtefossen waterfall in Husedalen, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and roaring water.
  • Hiker admiring Nyastølsfossen, one of the four spectacular waterfalls in Husedalen.
  • View towards Nyastølsfossen – one of four spectacular waterfalls in the Husedalen Valley.
  • Woman by the riverbank below Tveitafossen – the first waterfall along the Husedalen hike.
  • Hiking along the river in Husedalen, surrounded by lush forest and mist from the waterfalls.
  • Hiker pointing towards distant waterfalls – Husedalen offers dramatic natural experiences.
  • Close-up of a hiker overlooking Nykkjesøyfossen, one of Husedalen’s most stunning waterfalls.
  • The red T marks the hiking trail through the forest and rocky terrain of Husedalen.
  • Smiling hiker by the river, with the thundering Nykkjesøyfossen waterfall in the background.
  • Hiker overlooking the fjord landscape while ascending Husedalen – stunning views of Hardanger.
  • A hiker approaches Nyastølsfossen – a majestic waterfall at the upper end of the Husedalen Valley.
  • Nyastølsfossen seen from the water’s edge – raw and powerful nature.
  • Filling up fresh mountain water from the Husedalen river – a refreshing break along the trail.
  • Resting with a view of Nyastølsfossen – a moment of awe in Husedalen.

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Discover the majestic Husedalen waterfalls on a 3-6 hour hike from Kinsarvik to Hardangervidda. The well-marked trail offers spectacular nature and varied routes.

The scenery and waterfalls in Husedalen simply take your breath away. Four stunning waterfalls are close to each other along the hiking trail from Kinsarvik up to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. A hike from the car park to the uppermost fall and back takes 5-6 hours. The area is easily accessible and a good alternative for hikes of any length. Hardanger Fossasti (footpath) is a light walk starting in Kinsarvik. Follow the path along the river and read the information boards along the way.

Starting point
Follow the local road signposted Husedalen from route 13 in the centre of Kinsarvik.
Shuttlebus Hardanger offers, on request, transportation and pick-up service to/from the starting and ending point of the hiking trail. Booking information, you can find here.

About the trail
This trail has been known for decades as one of the most beautiful hikes in Norway. Some parts are demanding and steep, slippery when wet. The hike takes you into the Hardangervidda National Park, the largest in Norway. After parking, hike along the gravel road to the first waterfall Tveitafossen.
From here there are two options:
1) Follow a partly quite steep trail marked with red Ts, from behind the power station. May be slippery.
2) Follow a steep gravel road that ends before the third waterfall. Continue to the third and fourth waterfall on the T-marked trail. The gravel road is also a nice return path. You may also start hiking in the centre of Kinsarvik, adding an extra 2 km each way.

Parking: Near the go-kart circuit and the shooting range, before crossing the river Vivippo. Turn back if you see the helicopter base on the right side. Parking fee: free
Length: 5 km (one way), or less if turning back earlier.
Total ascent: 700 meters, or less if turning back earlier.
Total walking time: 3 - 6 hours (2 waterfalls or 4 waterfalls)
Season (average year): May – October

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Bron: Destination Hardanger Fjord AS