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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Alvaro V
Budapest, Hungary
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Couples
Awesome day trip from Bergen
Sunday, 17th June 2018
We get to Norheimsund by bus and walked around and up to the waterfall. The whole area is gorgeous. After having a great kebab in main street and walking around the port area, crossing the bridge... Read full review
parrotchick07
Terrace, Canada
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Solo travel
So incredible
Sunday, 10th June 2018
I went here around 8am and luckily no one was around! Saw some sheep on the way up and the short walk still has great views. Highly recommend a quick stop here. Also has washrooms and lots of parking! Read full review
R G
Dublin, Ireland
Some Shower
Wednesday, 23rd May 2018
This cascade of water has pathway that leads you behind the falls themselves , a wonderful view of the valley awaits you at the path's end. Read full review

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