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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high_low73
Bergen, Norway
What will you find behind a waterfall?
Wednesday, 8th January 2020
The Steinsdalsfossen waterfall is a good experience even it is far from being Norway’s highest or biggest waterfall. What makes it most special is that here you can walk behind the cascade without... Read full review
guaica66
Boston, Massachusetts
Beautiful
Tuesday, 11th February 2020
This was one of the most amazing places I have been. I will go again. Norway was beautiful. The view from the top to the little town, priceless. Read full review
anagP6520XJ
Sydney, Australia
Impressive
Thursday, 16th April 2020
Beautiful spot with so many great photo opportunities. It is a quick walk up that does require a little bit of physical fitness. If you have mobility issues you will have some problems. There are... Read full review

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