GAU L A R FJ E L L E T
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serene journey that takes you past protected
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rivers, waterfalls and a tranquil fjord. Along
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this route both children and adults can enjoy
trout fishing at its best or wander on well-maintained
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trails by waterfalls and rapids. There are boats for hire Førde Moskog
and a wealth of opportunities for those who wish to hike in the mountains. The road runs along an arm of the world’s longest fjord, the Sognefjord, before
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winding up the steep slopes to the mountain plateau.
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Further on, the road follows the protected Gaula river system, which is famous for its many waterfalls, but
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also has white-water rapids and quiet mountain lakes. Trails have been laid along selected stretches of the river to provide better access to spectacular views of the waterfalls. The tourist centre of Balestrand is a good point of departure for day trips, and the boat ride to Fjærland with its glacier museum is a splendid way to experience nature in this area.
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National Tourist Route Gaularfjellet from Balestrand to Eldalsosen and Moskog and from Eldalsosen to Sande has a total length of 130 kilometres (County Roads 55 / 13 / 610). The stretch between Mel and Mjell on the Gaularfjellet plateau is closed during the winter season.
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18 NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES. Each of these selected routes represents a unique motoring Helgelandskysten experience, and each offers its own distinctive combination of road, scenery and history. The Norwegian Public Roads Administration seeks to enhance your journey by providing Atlanterhavsvegen spectacular viewing platforms, service Geiranger-Trollstigen facilities, car parks, picnic areas, Gamle StryneRondane fjellsvegen walking trails and art installations Sognefjellet GaularValdresflye fjellet along these routes. Aurlandsfjellet 1 Hardangervidda
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UTSIKTEN. From the Vetlefjord, the road winds up the mountain slope before reaching its highest point at Nystølsvatnet lake. The lay-by at Utsikten offers a panoramic view of the valley and the magnificent mountain landscape. 1
LIKHOLEFOSSEN. The Gaula river is powerful and untamed, and walking out onto the elegant steel bridge over the Likholefossen waterfall brings you into close contact with the mighty force of the water, especially when the river is running high. Proceeding from the bridge, you can stroll on the «waterfall trail» along the protected river. Architect: Nordplan – Arild Waage. 2
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VALLESTADFOSSEN. This exuberant, cascading waterfall at the mouth of Haukedalsvatnet lake is a breath-taking sight. 3
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HESTAD CHAPEL. The old chapel is beautifully situ-
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ated on the narrow tongue of land between Viksdalsvatnet lake and Hestadfjorden.
RØRVIKFJELLET. From the viewpoint on the Rørvikfjellet mountain there is a panoramic vista of the beautiful Haukedalsvatnet lake, with the Jostedalsbreen glacier visible in the horizon. 5
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