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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Roger B
Quezon City
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Couples
Very scenic waterfall
Tuesday, 10th April 2018
Definitely worth a visit if exploring the Hardangerfiord. There is a climb up to the waterfall from the car park and there are very good photo opportunities at the waterfall. It is possible to access... Read full review
Nomeian
Melbourne, Australia
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Family
Walk behind the waterfall
Wednesday, 10th January 2018
The parking here is a bit intense when it is busy and people wander out behind you so be careful. It has all the necessary facilities such as bathrooms and information. The path leading up to the... Read full review
Adele H
Copenhagen, Denmark
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Solo travel
Unusual
Wednesday, 27th December 2017
Steindalsfossen is 46 metres high and from the parking lot there is a path that leads you up to the waterfall and where you can walk dry behind the massive water. Watch out for the "wild" sheep. Read full review

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