Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall

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One of the most popular waterfalls in Norway. The Steinsdalsfossen has a fall of 50 m and is special because you can walk safe and dry behind it. The fall occured in 1699 when the river changed course. There is a footpath from the car park up to and under the waterfall. Along National Tourist Route Hardanger.Tourist information office.

National Tourist Routes
Scenic roads for exploring Norway’s breathtaking landscapes - comprising selected stretches from north to south. 3 of them are in Hardanger. National Tourist Route Hardanger, National Tourist Route Hardangervidda and National Tourist Route Ryfylke. www.nasjonaleturistveger.no

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debbieleeg
Cincinnati, Ohio
Pretty spectacular
Tuesday, 8th October 2019
Gorgeous waterfalls are everywhere in Norway but this is one of the most beautiful. On the day we were there in September it was running about medium volume and was still amazing. Parking is easy... Read full review
sanschutz
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Great access to a waterfall
Friday, 1st November 2019
The Norwegians have done a great job at this waterfall and giving a person access to getting up close. You get to walk behind the waterfall and all the way around it for many different views and... Read full review
Helen12321
Steinsdalsfossen
Thursday, 21st November 2019
Very pleasant place. Following the trail you can come to the look-out point with amazing views of valley and the mountain range not far from this place Read full review

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