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HARDANGERFJORD 2015

Trolltunga © Scott Sporleder/Fjord Norway © Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

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Enjoy active or relaxing days at Hotel Ullensvang!

First class resort style hotel with unique location directly by the fjord, run by the 5th generation of the Utne family.

For our adult guests: Wellness area with heated in- and outdoor swimming pool.

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Oslo – Lofthus ..................355 km – 5.5 hrs Bergen – Lofthus ...............149 km – 2.5 hrs Haugesund – Lofthus ........170 km – 2.5 hrs

N - 5787 Lofthus i Hardanger Tel +47 53 67 00 00 E-mail: ullensvang@hotel-ullensvang.no www.hotel-ullensvang.no

For the whole family: Indoor swimming pool with a 88 m long outdoor swimming channel, ending up in an infinity pool. Large garden with private sand beach, water trampoline, rowing and paddle boats.

Buffet and à la carte restaurant. Great nearby hiking trails (HM Queen Sonja’s hiking trail, “Trolltunga”).

CONTENTS HIGHLIGHTS IN HARDANGER TRIPS FROM HARDANGER EIDFJORD GRANVIN JONDAL KVAM ODDA ULLENSVANG ULVIK TRANSPORT IN HARDANGER LISTING TRAVEL BUSINESSES EVENTS MAP OF HARDANGER TRANSPORT TO HARDANGER

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DID YOU KNOW ...

Hardanger consists of Eidfjord, Granvin, Jondal, Kvam, Odda, Ullensvang and Ulvik. All these municipalities border on the Hardangerfjord. There are around 23,000 inhabitants in the region, which covers 6,300 km2. Odda is the only community with town status. The inhabitants of Hardanger are called 'Hardingar'. National Geographic designated Fjord Norway as the best nature based travel destination in the world in 2004 and 2009.

DESTINATION HARDANGER FJORD AS Sandvenvegen 40, N-5600 Norheimsund Tel. +47 56 55 38 70 • info@hardangerfjord.com

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Eight museums provide different glimpses of history, art and culture. We offer a vide variety of themes and activities.

Contemporary art, historical exhibitions, traditional architecture and craftsmen at work, to mention some. You may try your own skills. Boat rentals. Museum shops and cosy café´s.

Contact:

+47 40 43 41 00, post@hvm.museum.no

Open: May – Sept., all days 10 am to 5 pm.

Sept – April: Please see website le NOK130,- for alle all

museums. t Price pr department: From NOK 60,Children under 7/16: Free entrance

www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no

Classic Boat Cruise

Hop on - hop off This is the best way to explore the fjord and get closer to the people and nature. You can stop and enjoy some of the most charming places and attractions in Hardanger. Aga, a listed village from the 13th century, tells a unique story of building traditions and lifestyle. At Utne, the museum has beautiful exhibitions on Hardanger embroidery, costumes and folk music, a cosy cafĂŠ and a nice museum shop.

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Time table Daily 26th of June - 4th of August.

Lofthus 10:40 13:20 16:00 Aga 11:10 13:50 16:30 Utne 12:20 15:00 17:40 Lofthus 13:10 15:50 18:30 Local food, both salty and sweet stuff is for sale on board.

Contact +47 53 66 31 12 Tickets on board - or on line:

www.hardangerfjordcruise.no

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HIGHLIGHTS IN HARDANGER OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Folgefonna National Park Visit the summer ski centre FONNA Glacier Ski Resort www.visitfonna.no, or join a guided glacier hike into a different world. From Jondal with Folgefonna Glacier Team, www.folgefonni-breforarlag.no (p.32).

From Odda with FlatEarth Adventures, www.flatearth.no (p.55).

In May you can go from north to south on skiis with Folgefonna Glacier Team and stay overnight on the glacier. Do not enter the glacier without a skilled guide.

Foto: Folgefonni Breførarlag, Désiré Weststrate

FlatEarth Adventures FlatEarth Adventures in Eidfjord offers a wide range of activities for all age groups. During the summer there are daily family rafting, sea kayaking, river kayaking, white water jump, climbing and more. (p.19) www.flatearth.no

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Trolltunga Active, Tyssedal Join Trolltunga Active on ”Himmestigen to Trolltunga”. This is a guided bike/hike/via ferrata climb to Trolltunga. You may also try the ”Trolltunga Zippen” - 3 zip lines with a total length of 650 meters (p.55). www.trolltunga-active.com Foto: Scott Sporleder/Fjord Norway

Biking in Hardanger

Foto: Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

The Hardangerfjord route is a part of National cycle route no. 6 between Voss and Leirvik (191 km).

Along the route there are many attractions and good places for accommodation and food. www.cyclingnorway.no Norske Bygdeopplevelser offers a several day biking package tour along the Hardangerfjord route. www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no ”Sykkel i Hardanger” delivers and picks up rental bikes on request in the region (p.34). www.sykkelihardanger.no

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FAMILY ACTIVITIES Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord A modern and exciting visitor centre for Norwegian nature, climate and environment.

Exhibits, aquariums and a panoramic film. A great experience for all ages. (p.18) www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no

Foto: Hardangervidda Natursenter Eidfjord

The Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry The power station Tysso 1 next to the Hardangerfjord is a monument of the hydropower adventure that started in 1906. Guided tours, multimedia show and exhibits (p.56).In the summer season there are activities arranged by NVIM, like guided tours at the workers’ houses on Folgefonngata (p.57) and Odda Science Centre (p.55). www.nvim.no Foto: Knut Bry

Hardanger fartøyvernsenter, Norheimsund Here you can see rope making, the smithy and traditional wooden boats being built. Hardanger fartøyvernsenter is a family friendly maritime museum with activities and adventures for both young and old (p.40). www.fartoyvern.no Foto: Nils Kjetil Torvik

Mikkelparken Family Park, Kinsarvik Mikkelparken has lots of fun to offer for kids. Pools, water slides, electric cars, bumper boats, jungle trail, animals and a large indoor playing area. Perfect for kids between 2 and 12 years old (p.64). www.mikkelparken.no

Foto: Helge Skodvin

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HIGHLIGHTS IN HARDANGER HIKES

Trolltunga Trolltunga is one of Norway’s most spectacular places. The hike is in high mountains and takes 8-10 hours.

Ascent: 900 m. (p.54) Wild nature – be careful!

From 1 July - 31 August there is a daily bus service connecting Hardanger and Ryfylke for hiking to Trolltunga and Preikestolen.

Timetable at page 90.

Foto: S. Tronvold

Four beautiful waterfalls – Husedalen valley One of the most beautiful hikes in Norway. Four stunning waterfalls close to each other in Husedalen next to the trail from Kinsarvik to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. Contact the tourist information in Kinsarvik for maps and information. (p.65) www.visitullensvang.no Foto: Hege Hisdal

Hardangervidda National Park Hardangervidda National Park is the largest national park in Norway. This vast mountain plateau offers excellent hiking opportunities for both seasoned hikers and recreational hikers. www.turistforeningen.no

Foto: Erik van de Perre

HM Queen Sonja’s panoramic hiking trail This is one of HM Queen Sonja’s favorite hikes in Hardanger. The trail offers stunning fjord views and takes 6-8 hours.

A shorter alternative is to hike parts of the trail starting from Røte in Kinsarvik (p.65). www.visitullensvang.no

Foto: Hotel Ullensvang, Niels Johansen

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ON THE FJORD Hardangerfjord sightseeing Daily fjordcruise departing Norheimsund in the morning to Eidfjord. Calling the ports of Herand, Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, Ulvik and Eidfjord.

Return in the evening. Corresponding bus from Bergen 07:25, return from Norheimsund 17:40 (p.90). In Eidfjord you can join the sightseeing going to Hardangervidda Nature Centre and Vøringsfossen waterfall (p.18). www.norled.no Foto: Samferdselsfoto

Classic Hardangerfjord Cruise Experience the Hardangerfjord in a quiet pace on the veteran ship MS Atløy. 3 daily roundtrips from 26 June - 4 August between Lofthus, Aga and Utne. You may disembark as you like, and continue the tour on the next roundtrip. Timetable at page 65 (p.5).

Foto: Hans Jørgen Andersen

ALONG THE FJORD BY CAR National Tourist Routes Scenic roads for exploring Norway’s breathtaking landscapes - comprising selected stretches from north to south (p.11). 3 of them are in Hardanger. National Tourist Route Hardanger, National Tourist Route Hardangervidda and National Tourist Route Ryfylke (p.13). www.nasjonaleturistveger.no

Foto: CH - visitnorway.com

The waterfalls Driving in Hardanger takes you to the waterfalls (“foss” in Norwegian). The most famous are Vøringsfossen in Eidfjord (route 7, p.18), Steinsdalsfossen in Norheimsund (route 7, p.40) and Låtefoss in Odda (route 13, p.56).

Foto: Johan Berge

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HIGHLIGHTS IN HARDANGER THE HARDANGER BRIDGE The Hardanger bridge opened in 2013, being one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. The main span is 1310 m and the towers are 200 m high.

There is a separate lane for pedestrians and bicycles. The bridge makes travelling in Hardanger easier! C10

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FRUIT AND LOCAL PRODUCE The Fruit and Cider Route In Ulvik you find this one of a kind route in Norway.

Visit the three fruit farms Lekve, Syse and Hakastad offering a wide range of things to do and see. (p.74) www.siderruta.no

Foto: CH - vistnorway.com

Local farm shops Visit one of the several farm shops in Hardanger and try some local specialities.

The shops have different selections of locally made beverage and food.

All shops have nice selections of products based on fruit and berries from the area. Bring a taste of Hardanger back home!

Foto: Charlotte Theilmann

Fruit blossoming in Hardanger In May/June when the fruit trees are in blossom is Hardanger at its most beautiful. Depending on a warm or cold spring the blossoming season varies from year to year.

In late summer and autumn fruit are for sale in the farm shops and directly from the farmers. Stopping along the road to buy fresh sweet cherries, plums, apples and pears is a nice experience. (p.67)

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Steinsdalsfossen, National Tourist Route Hardanger. Photo: Bjørn Andresen / Statens vegvesen

National Tourist Routes in Hardanger The National Tourist Routes comprise 18 selected motoring trips through majestic natural surroundings in Norway. Viewing points and rest areas have been created along the routes employing innovative architecture and thought-provoking works of art that reinforce the experience of the beautiful landscape. All of the 18 routes, from JĂŚren in the south to Varanger and in the north, have their own unique character in terms of the roads, the natural surroundings and history.

National Tourist Route Hardanger and National Tourist Route Hardangervidda transport us back to sceneries and landscapes associated with national romanticism. Here you can experience mountains, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers around valleys of fruit orchards. Along the tourist routes, there are places where you can stop to enjoy a meal, go for a swim, try your hand as an angler or just enjoy the view and the silence. nasjonaleturistveger.no/en

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TRIPS FROM HARDANGER Bergen is close to Hardanger, and it is Norway’s second largest city. In Bergen you can see the UNESCO listed Bryggen, the Fløibanen funicular, the fish market, Bergen Aquarium and more. www.visitbergen.com

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The UNESCO listed Nærøyfjord is an arm of the Sognefjord. This narrow fjord is known for its wild and dramatic nature. The tour “Norway in a nutshell” goes through the Nærøyfjord. www.fjordtours.no

The Nærøyfjord by boat Foto: Morten Rakke

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Norway’s only barony is in Rosendal.

It was built in 1665, and has a nice renaissance garden and a romatic landscape park. (p. 83) www.baroniet.no In the village of Rosendal you can also visit Folgefonna National Park visitor centre and the Stone Park. (p. 83) www.visitsunnhordland.no In Haugesund you will find the coast, the North Sea, history and city life. Join island hopping to Røvær and Utsira, visit Ryvarden lighthouse with cafe, art exhibition and lodging. At Avaldsnes you can see viking history and visit the Viking settlement. (p. 84) www.visithaugesund.no

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“Preikestolen” (in Norwegian) is a plateau 604 meters above the Lysefjorden. The hike to the Pulpit Rock takes around 4 hours (in total).

The Pulpit Rock is one of Norway’s best known nature attractions. (p.85) From 1 July - 31 August there is a daily bus service connecting Hardanger and Ryfylke for hiking to Trolltunga and Preikestolen. Timetable at page 90. www.ryfylke.com

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EIDFJORD Population: 955 • Area: 1,502 km2 Towns: EIDFJORD - ØVRE EIDFJORD EIDFJORD TOURIST OFFICE Destinasjon Eidfjord AS Eidfjord C 11 Ostangvegen 1 NO- 5783 Eidfjord Tel. +47 53 67 34 00 • Fax +47 53 67 34 01 turistinfo@visiteidfjord.no Open all year.

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EIDFJORD Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord

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www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no Tel. 53 67 40 00 01.04-15.06, 21.08- 31.10 1-7 10:00-18:00 16.06-20.08 1-7 09:00-20:00 NOK 120/60 Fam. 280 Group tours on request

A modern and exciting experience centre for nature, climate and environment in Norway.

With state-of-the-art presentations the whole family is active in the 1,800 square metre exhibition. See the panoramic film “Fjord-MountainWaterfall”, 20 thrilling minutes of great nature.

National Park Centre for Hardangervidda.

Hardangerviddahallen Restaurant/Cafe is adjacent to the Hardangervidda Nature Centre.

A great combination of local traditions, modern cuisine and history. Gift shop and tourist information. p. 23, 24. Øvre Eidfjord C 12

Vøringsfossen waterfall

Foto: Johan Berge

www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

The best-known waterfall in Norway. See vast quantities of water plunge 182 m from the Hardangervidda plateau into the Måbødalen valley. Excellent viewing point at Fossli Hotel, on route 7. The hotel is open around 20.05-15.09.

Season: 01.06 – 15.09. During the winter the water is used for generating power. Trail to the foot of the Vøringsfossen, 90 min. round-trip.

Parking at the upper end of the Måbø tunnel on route 7.

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Eidfjord Sightseeing

Foto: Geir Yngve Kristiansen

2.5 hours roundtrip through dramatic nature by coach. Starting in Eidfjord, stop at Hardangervidda Nature Centre (p.18), continue to Vøringsfossen waterfall (p.18) and return to Eidfjord. The roundtrip corresponds with the passenger ferry service between Norheimsund and Eidfjord. p. 90. Øvre Eidfjord C 12

www.tidereiser.no Tel. 05505 01.05-30.09 1-7 12:15-14:40

Kjeåsen

Foto: RHF - Per Eide

www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 01.05-30.09

Kjeåsen is 530 m above Simafjorden.

Visit the mountain farm and experience these unique surroundings or simply enjoy the views. You can drive to Kjeåsen from Simadalen. Traffic up every hour and down every half hour. Good but steep tourist footpath to Kjeåsen from Simafjorden.

The footpath starts by the fjord near Sima Kraftverk (power station).

Simadalen C 12 GPS 60.5039 7.1312

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Sima Kraftverk

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www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 15.06-15.08 1-7 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00

One of the biggest hydroelectric power stations in Europe. The power plant is built 700 m inside the mountain. The turbine hall is 200 m long, 20 m wide and 40 m high.

Daily guided tours of the station hall, including film presentation during the summer season. Guided tours for groups on request all year.

Simadalen C 12 GPS 60.4994 7.1424

FlatEarth Adventures

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www.flatearth.no Tel. 47 60 68 47 15.06-01.09 1-7 09:00-20:00

FlatEarth Adventures offers a range of daily activities during the summer season. Choose between: Sea kayaking, 3 hours, NOK 450, river kayaking, 3 hours NOK 480, rafting 2,5 hours, NOK 390, white water jump 2 hours, NOK 330. Full day glacier trip NOK 740.

Winter activities on request include iceclimbing, kiting and snow-kayaking. Rental of kayaks, canoes and bikes. FlatEarth provides activities all year on request. Øvre Eidfjord C 12 GPS 60.4231 7.1306

Minicruise by boat and bus

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Starting at Eidfjord quay 14:40 with Hardangerfjord Sightseeing. Arrival in Lofthus at 16:15. Here you may walk ”The Hardanger Fruit Trail”. Return to Eidfjord by public bus.

The whole tour takes around 4 hours. Contact Eidfjord Tourist Office for information and tickets.

www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 01.05-30.09 1-7 14:40-18:45

Hardangervidda National Park

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www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Hardangervidda National Park covers 1/3 of Eidfjord municipality. The national park has a wide network of trails for summer hikes and winter skiing. There are many mountain lodges along route 7 and into the wilderness.

With Eidfjord as a starting point there is a short distance between the high mountain plateau and the Hardangerfjord.

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Hæreid, Iron Age burial site Largest burial site from the Iron Age and Viking Age in Western Norway. 400 mounds from 400-1000 AD. Historical guide and map at Eidfjord Tourist Office.

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www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Gallery Nils Bergslien

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Unique collection of Bergslien’s paintings. The gallery is connected to Quality Hotel & Resort Vøringfoss. Guided tours all days at 13:00.

Free entrance.

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www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 11.04-21.06 6-7 12:00-16:00 22.06-16.08 1-7 12:00-18:00 17.08-04.10 6-7 12:00-16:00

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www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

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An area with a network of purpose-built tourist footpaths. Examples include: - Kjeåsen, steep footpath to a mountain farm 530 m above sea level. 3-4 hour round trip.

- Simadalselva, 3 km path along river bank.

Suitable for wheelchairs.

- Hæreid, historical walk from the centre, 90 minutes round-trip.

- Måbødalen, old track. 5 km between Måbø and Vøringfoss Cafeteria. Follow the spectaclar hiking trail from 1872 to the bottom of Vøringsfossen waterfall. Contact Eidfjord Tourist Office for more information, map and alternative routes.

Offers traditional food and cultural programs at “Grindaløo” at Haugen. For groups up to 50 people.

Road building traditions from the Måbødalen cultural landscape 1600s until today. Information boards tell the fascinating story of museum

Eidfjord C 12 www.eidfjordaktiv.com Tel. 90 27 63 95 Øvre Eidfjord C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

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Sysendammen

Sysendalen C 13 One of the biggest rockfill dams www.visiteidfjord.no in Norway. 1,160 m long and a Tel. 53 67 34 00 volume of 3,640,000 m3. Clearly visible from route 7. Information and parking by the side of the dam.

Hjølmotunet

A group of smallholdings, 285 m above sea level. Ancient settlement. Road or tourist footpath.

Øvre Eidfjord D 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

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Hjølmadalen and Vedalsfossen

See the Vedalsfossen twin falls in Hjølmadalen. Extend your trip up to Hjølmaberget. An excellent starting point for walks.

Maximum car length: 6 meters.

Øvre Eidfjord C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Valurfossen

The waterfall of Valurfossen plunges 272 m into Valurdalen.

Trail from Hjølmaberget (Åsdalen car park) to Valurfossen, 2 hours round-trip.

Øvre Eidfjord D 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

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Hardangerjøkulen The 6th largest glacier in Norway. Hardangerjøkulen B 13 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Eidfjord old church

Stone church from 1309. Probably Eidfjord C 12 the only St.Jacob’s church in www.visiteidfjord.no Norway. According to legend, Tel. 53 67 34 00 built by the prominent adviser and powerful Rika-Ragna to atone for her sins. Guided tours for groups on request.

Eidfjord new church

Built in 1981. Free entrance.

Guided tours for groups on request.

Eidfjord C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 05.05-31.08 1-5 09:00-15:00

Trebua

Collection of fiddles by wellknown local craftsman Anders J. Aasen. Exhibition. Guided tours on request.

Eidfjord C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Sculpture exhibition

Exhibition in the park by the town hall during the summer.

Eidfjord C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Stavanes strand

Sandy beach located 3 km in the direction of Simadal. Ideal for small children.

Simadal C 12 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

Kråkeskarvet

Nice beach 1 km from Eidfjord.

Eidfjord C 12 Changing room, toilet and shower. www.visiteidfjord.no Communal barbeque, tables and Tel. 53 67 34 00 benches.

Boat hire

Eidfjord Fjell & Fjord Hotel.

Boat with outboard motor. p. 22

Equipment hire

FlatEarth Adventures; kayaks, canoes, bikes. p. 19 Rauhelleren Turisthytte: canoes, kayaks, tents with gear. p. 22

Sysendalen Ski centre

3 slopes, 2 ski lifts. 20 mins from the centre of Eidfjord. Ski rental.

Warming hut with simple catering services. For cross country trails in Sysendalen, see www.skisport.no

Hunting and fishing

The Hardangervidda has excellent www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00 fishing and small game hunting.

95% of the municipality is higher than 600 m above sea level.

Contact Eidfjord Tourist Office for more information.

www.effh.no Tel. 53 66 52 64

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❄ EIDFJORD

Visible from several points along route 7. Several different hikes.

Contact Eidfjord Tourist Office.

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Fossli Hotel

Vøringsfoss C 12 www.fossli-hotel.com Tel. 53 66 57 77

Hotel Restaurant and cafe

Eidfjord Fjell & Fjord Hotel

Eidfjord C 11 www.effh.no Tel. 53 66 52 64 p. 23

Hotel Restaurant and bar Conference facilities with audiovisual equipment

Quality Hotel & Resort Vøringfoss

Eidfjord C 11 www.resortvoringfoss.no Tel. 53 67 41 00

Hotel Restaurant Sports bar

Liseth Pensjonat og Hytter

Vøringsfoss C 13 www.liseth.no Tel. 53 66 57 14

Boarding house and cabins Cafe Free Wi-Fi

Vik Pensjonat og Hytter

Eidfjord C 13 www.vikpensjonat.com Tel. 53 66 51 62 p. 23

Boarding house and cabins Cafe & restaurant

Dyranut Fjellstova Dyranut D 14 www.dyranut.com Tel. 53 66 57 16 / 94 83 54 30

Rauhelleren Turisthytte

Rauhelleren E 15 www.rauhelleren.no Tel. 41 55 04 04

Tourist cabins on Hardangervidda.

Accommodation and meals.

Canoes, kayaks Discount for members of DNT.

Garen Camping

Vøringfoss C 13 www.garencamping.no Tel. 97 70 39 38

Cabins and camping Kiosk/shop

Garen Gard og Hyttesenter

Vøringfoss C 13 garengaard@eidfjord.net Tel. 53 66 57 21/ 91 18 74 53

Cabins

Kjærtveit Camping Eidfjord C 12 www.kcamp.no Tel. 90 68 17 62

EIDFJORD

Mountain lodge, cafe/restaurant, boat and bike rental, horseback riding Kiting in wintertime.

Open 14.03 - 12.04, 20.06 - 13.09.

Sæbø Camping

Øvre Eidfjord C 12 www.saebocamping.com Tel. 53 66 59 27 p. 24

Cabins, apartments, camping Bakery Mooring, motor boats Internet Close to the centre of Eidfjord.

Open all year, limited opening hours after 30.08 Cabins and camping Boat rental, lake and river fishing, kiosk, free Wi-Fi, fresh baked bread every morning

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Restaurant Hardangervidda- Øvre Eidfjord C 12 hallen Restaurant/ www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no Cafe Tel. 53 67 40 00 Catering Kafé

Vøringfoss Kafeteria & Souvenir

p. 24

Traditional dishes Unique function areas

Vøringsfoss C 12 Tel. 53 66 57 20/ 97 10 77 99 www.voringsfoss.no

Cafe Home made sour cream porridge.

Wi-Fi Souvenirs and gift shop.

Accommodates 10 boats.

Eidfjord C 11 www.visiteidfjord.no Tel. 53 67 34 00

HARBOUR Eidfjord Guest Harbour

Open Terrace Restaurant Lounge

– Fjord view – Local homemade food – Free Wi-Fi – Service with a smile Lægreidsvegen 7, Eid ord | T: +47 53 66 52 64 | www.e

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• AT THE CENTRE OF EIDFJORD, CLOSE TO THE RIVER EIO, YOU FIND THE TRADITIONAL VIK GUEST HOUSE. • HUTS AND ROOMS WITH EN-SUITE, HIGH STANDARD AND VALUE FOR MONEY. • GOOD FOOD IN INTIMATE SURROUNDINGS, ENJOY AN EXCELLENT LUNCH OR DINNER WITH US.

5783 eidfjord • tlf. 53 66 51 62 WWW.VIKPENSJONAT.COM

EIDFJORD

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SÆBØ CAMPING 5784 Øvre Eidfjord Tel. 53 66 59 27

E-mail: scampi@online.no www.saebocamping.com

3 new cabins with shower, toilet and kitchen.

Free Wi-Fi 500 m from Hardangervidda Nature Centre

In quiet, picturesque surroundings by the Eidfjord lake, 300 m from RV 7. 14 cabins, 100 parking places, 60 electricity outlets, new sanitary equipment of excellent standard, kiosk, washing machine, cooking possibilities, well equipped playground, boat hire, angling. Good starting point for hikes in wild and beautiful nature.

Fresh breakfast rolls every morning.

Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord • Wildly exciting activityand experience centre • Adventure and knowledge for the whole family • Thrilling exhibitions: Norwegian nature, environment and climate • Grand panoramic film across five screens • The prized restaurant Hardangerviddahallen

EIDFJORD

Hardangervidda Natursenter Eidfjord N-5784 Øvre Eidfjord, Norway Phone: +47 53 67 40 00 • Fax: +47 53 67 40 01 E-mail: post@hardangervidda.org

Open: Apr - Oct: 10 am - 6 pm Jun 15 - Aug 20: 9 am - 8 pm

www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no

Kjeåsen Foto: Heidi Kvamsdal-Naesheim

Adventure

Taste Eidfjord

Challenge

– a rich variety of experiences within short distances

Serenity Fun

Silence

Joy

Tel. +47 53 67 34 00 / Fax: +47 53 67 34 01

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Skjervsfossen waterfall, a detour from National Tourist Route Hardanger.

Foto: Sigmund Krøvel-Velle, Statens vegvesen

GRANVIN Population: 911 • Area: 212 km2 Towns: EIDE GRANVIN TOURIST INFORMATION Kvanndal C 9 NO-5736 Granvin Tel. +47 56 52 58 80/ +47 95 04 80 35 kvanndal.camping@gmail.com Open during summer season. www.granvin.kommune.no

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GRANVIN Jaunsen Gjestgjevarstad This guesthouse is more than 300 years old.

Jaunsen consists of three listed buildings.

Stay overnight in historical surroundings or stop for a meal.

Granvin B 10 GPS 60.5253 6.7200 Foto: Jaunsen Gjestgjevarstad

www.jaunsen.no Tel. 56 52 51 15 01.06-01.09

Kjerland Gardsbutikk Come for a nice shopping experience in this unique farm shop. It is situated in the yard of a farm with sheep and fruit production.

We offer a wide selection of traditional food from several local small scale producers.

Granvin B 10 GPS 60.5302 6.7350 Foto: RHF

Tel. 56 52 53 36 1-5 10:00-17:00 6 10:00-14:00

Skjervsfossen waterfall

Foto: RHF - Trond Tandberg

Skjervsfossen waterfall is located by the historic route along “Skjervet�, a short detour from route 13 between Granvin and Voss. It consists of two falls in succession, and drops 150 m. In 1911, Granvin municipality bought the rights to the fall for NOK 5,000.

Skjervsfossen B 9

Tel. 56 52 40 00

Hikes

Tel. 56 52 40 00

Granvin has many fine hikes to offer.

Examples: - The old railway track.

A foot- and bike path from Eide to Voss.

- Post road to Ulvik, beautiful scenery and cultural sights, 4 hours.

- A trip along the Granvinfjord. From Eide to Hamre. Map available at the Tourist Information and the town hall, including information on other hikes.

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Experience local history at Granvin Bygdemuseum. The site includes six old buildings, the oldest dates from the 1700s.

See the collection of objects from the area, including an exhibition of Johan Havaa’s botanic collection and the school museum in the old schoolhouse. Miniconcerts are held every Thursday at 14:00. p. 4, 5.

Granvin B 10 GPS 60.5240 6.7194 www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no Tel. 56 52 40 00

Form og Tradisjon

Handicrafts centre. Woodwork, ceramics, glass, porcelain, costumes and accessories, wool and textiles.

Granvin B 10 Tel. 56 52 51 40

Espelandsfossen

Waterfall close to Rv 572.

Falls 150 m

Espelandsdalen B 10 Tel. 56 52 40 00

Haugseåsen Ski Slopes

Walking and cross-country ski routes. Floodlit tracks and ski tows.

Granvin B 10 www.granvin-il.no Tel. 56 52 40 00

Granvin open air museum

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Jaunsen Gjestgjevarstad

Granvin B 10 www.jaunsen.no Tel. 56 52 51 15

Guest house Cafe

Espelandsdalen Camping

Espelandsdalen B 10 www.espelandsdalencamping.no Tel.56 52 51 67

Cabins and camping Rowing boats Pedal boats Open 01.05-31.08

www.kvanndalcamping.no Tel. 95 04 80 35 p. 29

Cabins and camping Cafe Rowing boats For motorhomes/camper vans Wheelchair accessible

• Cabins with shower and WC. • Space for tents and caravans, electricity access.

• Rooms for rent • Washing machine and drying drum.

• Disabled WC. • Angling, Boat Hire.

• Ideal starting point for trips in Hardanger and to Bergen.

• Kiosk/Groceries • Café Tel: 56 52 58 80 / 95 04 80 35 | Fax: 56 52 58 55 E-post: kvanndal.camping@gmail.com | www.kvanndalcamping.no

GRANVIN

Kvanndal Camping Kvanndal C 9

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Hiking at the glacier Folgefonna with Folgefonni Breførarlag Foto: Folgefonni Breførarlag

JONDAL Population: 1,094 • Area: 210 km2 Towns: JONDAL - HERAND JONDAL TOURIST OFFICE Juklafjord, Jondal E 7 NO-5627 Jondal Tel. +47 53 66 85 31 post@visitjondal.no Open during summer season. www.visitjondal.no Jondal National Park Village is a gateway to Folgefonna National Park

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JONDAL Folgefonni Glacier Team A range of activities in and near Folgefonna National Park. Guided glacier hike at Juklavass glacier, from 7 years old. 4-6 hours, from NOK 690,- incl. equipment. Guided hike and ice climbing from Botnabreen glacier to Jordalsbreen glacier, 7-8 hours, from NOK 990,- incl. equipment and transport. Guided glacier hike between Fonnabu cabin and Holmaskjer cabin, historic tourist route crossing Folgefonna glacier. 2 days, NOK 600,- incl.

Foto: Folgefonni Breførarlag, Désiré Weststrate equipment. Kayaking with or without guide www.folgefonni-breforarlag.no from NOK 500,- Rental bikes from NOK 350,Visit our centre at Juklafjord in Jondal for Tel. 95 11 77 92 more information. p. 33 01.05-30.09 1-7 Folgefonna E 8 GPS 60.2265 6.4329

FONNA Glacier Ski Resort

Foto: visitfonna.no

www.visitfonna.no Tel. 90 08 82 78 01.05-16.08 1-7 09.00-16:00

FONNA is a summer ski centre on the glacier Folgefonna. Alpine skiing, freestyle park, cross country tracks and guided snow shoe hikes. Amazing views from the top of the ski lift over the Hardangerfjord, the glacier and the North Sea. The drive from Jondal up to the parking lot at the summer ski centre is 19 km. The length of the season is depending on snow conditions. A two hours drive from Bergen.

Folgefonna E 8

Ski bus to Folgefonna

Foto: Ivan Dragen

Bus from Herand to Folgefonna in the morning, corresponding with bus from Bergen and boat from Norheimsund. Departure from Herand at 09:25, return at 15:50 (Route is subject to change).

Herand D 8

Tel. 55 55 90 70 Skyss 22.06-16.08 1-7

Hardangerfjord sightseeing

Foto: Samferdselsfoto

www.norled.no Tel. 51 86 87 00 booking@norled.no 01.05-30.09

Daily fjord cruise from Herand to Eidfjord and return. Calling at Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, Ulvik and Eidfjord. The cruise Hardangerfjord sightseeing starts and ends in Norheimsund, and corresponds with bus from and to Bergen.

There is also a morning service: Lofthus – Utne – Herand – Norheimsund.

Return in the evening: Norheimsund – Herand – Utne – Lofthus.

Timetable at page 90.

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Juklafjord Juklafjord is in the middle of Jondal. Cafe, tourist information, informative exhibition on Folgefonna National Park and gift shop.

Stop by for homemade pastries, a cup of great coffee and to plan your stay in Hardanger!

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www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Pilagutt

Foto: Christian Houge

The motor yacht Pilagutt offers trips on the Hardangerfjord on request. Fjordcruise, sightseeing or fishing trips for smaller groups and families. The modern yacht suits up to11 guests and has a cruising speed of 20 knots.

Local captain doubles as guide.

Jondal E 7

www.pilagutt.no Tel. 48 95 54 82

Hardanger Kulturgalleri

Foto: Per Martin Nordli

www.kulturgalleriet.no Tel. 92 20 46 07

The old farm buildings at Mælen are the setting for a modern gallery and workshop in traditional style founded by the artist Arne Bakke Mælen. Mælen expresses his art in wood. There is a unique view from the farm over the Hardangerfjord. Can be booked for groups on request, 15-90 persons. Accommodation for 18-20 persons.

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Herand Kulturhistorisk Senter

Foto: Ane Bysheim

www.herandlandskapspark.no Tel. 91 38 73 39 01.07-01.08 2-7 12:00-16:00 Also on request.

The "Ei reise gjennom 9,000 år" exhibition shows the changes in the landscape in Herand from the last ice age up to the last century. The authentic landscape in the area has traces from all periods, from a 9,000 year-old settlement in the hillsides, unique rock carvings from the Bronze Age along with a boathouse and burial sites from the Iron Age. Cultural monuments are within walking distance of the centre.

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Kramsjø

Foto: Kramsjø

www.kramsjo.no Tel. 97 16 47 00 01.05-30.08

Outdoor adventure, cafe and lodging.

Local food from Hardanger. 30 beds in historic buildings from the 1830’s in Herand.

Waterskiing, windsurfing, fishing, cliffdiving, educational trails and bike rental. Also suitable for groups who will combine summerskiing and sea-activities. Please book in advance. p. 37 Herand D 8

Biking in Hardanger

Foto: Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

www.sykkelihardanger.no Tel. 97 16 47 00

Discover the Hardangerfjord by bike. The Hardangerfjord route is a part of National cycle route no. 6 between Voss and Leirvik (191 km). Along the route there are many attractions and good places for accommodation and food. www.cyclingnorway.no Norske Bygdeopplevelser offers a several day biking package tour along the Hardangerfjord route. www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no ”Sykkel i Hardanger” delivers and picks up rental bikes on request in the region.

Hereiane

Foto: Hege Lysholm/Statens vegvesen

Tel. 53 66 85 31

Unique scenic landscape with rolling formations from fjord to mountain top. Hereiane features a very special bathroom built in 2006 as part of the Nasjonale turistveger (national tourist routes). p. 11.

The millennium monument for the municipality of Jondal is also here. Excellent area for walking and relaxation.

Herand D 8 GPS 60.3240 6.3354

Hikes

Samlen Foto: Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Jondal hiking map has 35 different walking routes. Choose between easy or more challenging hikes. GPS route descriptions may be downloaded at www.visitjondal.no - Elvastien (riverside path), a wonderful walk in the middle of Jondal (suitable for prams).

- Sætveit-Fjellstøl-Vikanuten, magnificent views over Jondal and the Hardangerfjord.

- Climb to the top of Saksaklepp, the highest peak in Jondal with a wonderful view over the fjord and the glacier.

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Viketunet

Old Bailiff’s Farm comprising 7 buildings dating from the 16001700s. The original interior still gives the impression that people live here. Contact Jondal Tourist Office for opening hours.

Jondal E 7 www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Jondal church

"Hardanger cathedral". The largest church in Hardanger, built in 1888. Bruno Christensen and Sons organ from 1988, with 26 voices.

Organ recital every Tuesday in July at 11:30. Free entrance.

Jondal E 7 www.jondalkyrkje.no Tel. 53 66 84 37/ 91 39 49 82 17.06-18.08 1-7 10:00-20:00

Church boat

Rowing boat. Replica of an old church boat. Available for rent.

Contact Jondal Tourist Office.

Jondal E 7 www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Herand landscape park

Experience the beautiful cultural landscape and 9,000 years of cultural history. The nature, the farms and the history is well taken care of and available for tourists. Exhibits, lodging and outdoor activities. p. 37.

Herand D 8 www.herandlandskapspark.no 91 38 73 39

Sawmill in Herand

Boatbuilding was an important trade in Herand in times gone by. The logs were cut on a water powered saw mill, in full operation until the late 70s, catering for traditional boat builders.

The mill was restored in 1909 and 1992. The sawmill is in daily operation in May and June.

Demonstration for groups all year on request.

Herand D 8 www.herand.no johan.haugen@kvamnet.no Tel. 90 97 53 68

Boatbuilding museum, Herand

A traditional wooden boat from Herand is kept here. Collection of boatbuilding tools. Illustrations and text. Open on request.

Watermill by the riverside

Restored watermill in its original setting. Driven by water power.

Herand D 8 www.herandlandskapspark.no Tel. 91 38 73 39

Rock carvings

There are 150 rock carvings in Herand. Information board.

Jondal E 8 www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Boathouses at SvĂĽsand

A row of old boathouses.

A reminder of an ancient coastal culture.

Herand D 8 www.visitjondal.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

JONDAL

Herand D 8 www.herandlandskapspark.no Tel. 91 38 73 39

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Art trails in the Hardanger landscape

In Hardanger there are four art Mælen D 8, Norheimsund D 7, trails with art set in the nature.

Utne C 9, Bu C 10 The artists are from the region www.kunstlandskap.no and the Nordic countries. The art trails “Between Heaven and Fjord” are at Mælen in Jondal municipality, in Norheimsund in Kvam municipality and at Utne and Bu in Ullensvang municipality. Contact the local tourist information office for more information and maps.

JONDAL

ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Bakketun Overnatting

Herand D 8 www.bakketunet.no Tel. 53 66 85 44 / 94 47 47 25

Holiday house and apartments at the farm

Brattabø Overnatting

Jondal E 8, Tel. 40 28 85 53 hildegunn.brattabo@kvamnet.no

Holiday house

Vassel Gård

Herand D 8 www.vasselgard.no Tel. 92 23 00 90

Cabins, apartments, camping www.youtube.com, search “Vassel til youtube” www.hhp.no

Hardanger Kulturgalleri

Herand D 8 www.kulturgalleriet.no Tel. 92 20 46 07 p. 37

Accommodation in houses on the farm

Juklafjord

Jondal E 7 www.visitjondal.no Tel. 95 11 77 92 p. 37

Cafe Kayak, bike, boat and GPS hire

Kramsjø

Herand D 8 www.kramsjo.no Tel. 97 16 47 00 01.05-30.08 p. 34

Rooms to rent Restaurant

Rental kayaks from Juklafjord, Jondal Tourist Office. www.visitjondal.no Foto: CH / Innovation Norway

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HARBOUR Herand Guest Harbour

www.herand.no Tel. 53 66 85 31

Herand D 8

Jondal Guest Harbour

www.jondalbaathamn.com Tel. 53 66 85 31

Jondal E 7

Herand pizza.

Samlen salad, Kramsjø burger, Sashimi.

Hardanger pizza, Herand tapas. Today's catch, clams. Slow food from Hardanger.

Welcome to Herand.

Tel. +47 97 16 47 00 Open during summer!

Folgefonn Hytte- og Gardscamping Apartments with 2-10 beds.

6 cabins each with 4 beds. Camping site.

Washroom with toilet, shower, drying room.

5627 Jondal - Mob.: +47 909 26 486 www.gardscamping.com

Jondal Hotel og Gjestgjevarstad Newly refurbished hotel/motel in the heart of Jondal, some 40m from the fjord. 14 apartments, 14 double rooms.

Cafeteria and Restaurant with á la carte service.

Tel. 53 66 85 63 - Fax 53 66 80 44 www.jondalhotel.no

Vassel Gård Welcome to a nature pearl in Hardanger! Camping and accommodation in cabins (4 pers.) and apartment (5 pers.)

The Eldhus (cookhouse) is available for hire; advance booking required. About 65 guests. Fully licensed.

5628 Herand Mob.: +47 922 300 90 / +47 920 88 988 E-mail: jorid@vasselgard.no

HERAND

- THE VILLAGE OF CULTURAL HISTORY • Centre of cultural history – a journey through 9,000 years • Cultural walking trail • Traditional gate saw mill • Boat building museum • Open-air museum • Krambua shop • Restaurant Meieriet • Bike rental • Hardanger kulturgalleri

More information about what to do in Herand landscape park at www.herandlandskapspark.no • Tel. (+47) 913 87 339

JONDAL

GUIDED CULTURAL WALKS IN THE VILLAGE Every Monday from 15 June to 15 august at 10.00 -12.00.

Starts at Herand quay. Incl. coffee break with traditional «krotakaker».

NOK 250 pp. Family/children discount.

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Steinsdalsfossen waterfall in Norheimsund along National Tourist Route Hardanger.

Tourist information office.

Foto: Bjørn Andersen/Nasjonale turistveger

KVAM Population: 8,584 • Area: 616 km2 Towns: NORHEIMSUND - ØYSTESE - ÅLVIK - STRANDEBARM KVAM TOURIST OFFICE Norheimsund D 7 NO-5600 Norheimsund Tel. +47 56 55 31 84 info@visitkvam.no Open during summer season. www.visitkvam.no

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Foto: Bjørn Andersen/Nasjonale turistveger

www.visitkvam.no Tel. 56 55 31 84

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.

Norheimsund D 7

Hardangerfjord sightseeing

Foto: Samferdselsfoto

www.norled.no Tel. 51 86 87 00 booking@norled.no 01.05-30.09

Daily fjordcruise departing Norheimsund in the morning going to Eidfjord. Calling the ports of Herand, Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, Ulvik and Eidfjord. Return in the evening.

Corresponding with bus from Bergen 07:25, return from Norheimsund 17:40.

There is also a morning service: Lofthus – Utne – Herand – Norheimsund.

Return in the evening: Norheimsund – Herand – Utne – Lofthus.

Timetable at page 90.

Hardanger fartøyvernsenter

Foto: Nils Kjetil Torvik

www.fartoyvern.no Tel. 47 47 98 39 04.05-30.08 1-7 10:00-17:00

Family friendly maritime museum. See craftsmen at work making ropes, working in the smithy and building wooden boats (during work hours). Try the activity route or hire a traditional wooden rowing boat with life jackets and fishing gear. Exhibits, guided tours and maritime films. Cafe with homemade delicacies. p. 4, 47 Norheimsund D 7 GPS 60.3658 6.1482

Art centre Kabuso and Ingebrigt Vik Museum

Foto: To mennesker, De ensomme, 1899, Munchmuseet, Munch-Ellingsen Gruppen_BONO 2014

www.kabuso.no Tel. 56 55 39 00 01.09-31.05 2-5 11:00-15:00 6-7 11:00-16:00 01.06-31.08 2-7 10:00-17:00

Summer exhibiton 30.05-30.08.2015: Edvard Munch - graphic works. Temporary exhibitions and concerts through the year. Ingebrigt Vik Museum is a collection of works by one of Norway’s finest sculptors. In Kabuso you may see films of Vik, Olav H. Hauge and Geirr Tveitt on request. Cafe with home made cakes, light lunch, coffee etc. Sculpture park, museum shop and a children’s corner. Øystese D 7 GPS 60.3877 6.2020

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Hardanger Akvasenter

Foto: Hardanger Akvasenter

www.akvasenter.no Tel. 56 55 55 40 16.06-23.08 2-7 11:00-17:00

A visitor centre has been set up at a fullyoperational aquaculture unit, the first of its kind in Norway.In the summer season you can take a short boatride from the welcome centre at Steinstø quay to the salmon farm on the fjord.

The guided tour on the salmon farm includes feeding the fish and seeing monitoring systems.

Learn about the salmon lifecycle from hatchery to served delicacy. Groups can order a taste of salmon dishes as part of the guided tour.

Steinstø D 7 GPS 60.3934 6.2818

Steinstø Frukt- og Kakebu

Foto: Steinstø Frukt- og Kakebu

www.steinsto.no Tel. 99 69 15 27/ 92 25 26 37

Stop and taste the probably best apple pie in the world at Steinstø Frukt- og Kakebu on route 7. While enjoying the view of the fjord and the Folgefonna glacier, try some home baked goods and small dishes. Produce from the farm is sold at the farm shop, including jam, berries, fruit, juice, pastry and lefse. For groups (min. 15 persons) on request: Guided tour in the orchards and catering in the restaurant “Kjedlaren”.

Steinstø D 7 GPS 60.3923 6.2863

Gullfiskvatnet You can feed “goldfish” here! The goldfish in question are Ide, released into Skårsvatnet in 1914. Good picnic and bathing area. Øystese D 7 GPS 60.4122 6.2269 Foto: Magnus Hisdal

www.visitkvam.no Tel. 56 55 31 94

Gamlastovo Farm Restaurant, Fykse

Foto: Gamlastovo

www.gamlastovo.no Tel. 56 55 63 00

One of the most unique and intimate farm restaurants in Hardanger. Situated in the middle of a century-old farming landscape in Fyksesund Landscape Park. Homemade food based on the produce of the farm.

Groups (min.15 persons) on request.

E-mail for requests and booking: hardangerfjord@bhghardanger.no Øystese D 7

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Hikes

Torefjell Foto: Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

KVAM

www.visitkvam.no Tel. 56 55 31 84

Lots of good, varied hikes in the area.

Examples: - Walk in the woods at Neshagen, through a beautiful deciduous forest between Norheimsund and Øystese.

- ”Steinstølia”, Steinstø – Bjørke. Steep hike through the orchards in Steinstø. Ascent 300 m, 45 min one way. Map: Fyksesund Landskapspark.

- Hiking maps for Kvam, Kvamskogen and Fyksesund Landskapspark available.

Contact Kvam Tourist Office for more details, maps and other hikes.

Fyksesund Landskapspark

Experience the nature and living culture in this interesting area.

Marked trails and free hiking map, rental canoes and kayaks.

Local cafes with local delicacies.

Options for accommodation.

Welcome centre and information at Hardanger Akvasenter on Steinstø quay. (p.41) (p.46)

Fyksesund C 7 www.fyksesund.no

Local farm shop, Øystese “Gardsmatbutikken”

Juices, apple juice, fresh eggs, locally baked goods, apples and other fruits, vegetables, jam, meat, cured meat products and other items. Locally produced and also supplied from other small scale producers in Norway.

Øystese D7 www.fruktlageret.no Tel. 56 55 50 48 1-3, 5 08:30-16:30 4 08:30-17:30 6 09:00-14:00 GPS 60.3883 6.1980

Borgstova in Vikøy

"Tidemandstova". Enter the old log house and you will soon recognize the interior from the painting "Haugianarane" by artist Adolph Tidemand.

Open on request.

Vikøy D 7 Tel. 47 47 98 84

Kinck Huset

The childhood home of poet Hans E. Kinck. In 2015 we celebrate his 150th anniversary.

Art, handicrafts and museum exhibits. Open all year round by appointment.

Strandebarm E 6 www.kinckhuset.no Tel. 41 57 60 20

Rock carvings

Boat figures from the Bronze Age and animal figures from the Stone Age. Rv 49. 9 km south of Norheimsund.

Norheimsund D 7 www.visitkvam.no Tel. 56 55 31 84

Kvam Bygdemuseum

Traditional open air museum with modern hosts. Buildings and interiors are from the 17th–20th century. Open when events takes place.

Øystese D 7 www.bygdagnist.no Tel. 91 39 45 06

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Art trails in the Hardanger landscape

Mælen D 8, Norheimsund D 7, In Hardanger there are four art Utne C 9, Bu C 10 trails with art set in the nature. www.kunstlandskap.no The artists are from the region and the Nordic countries. The art trails “Between Heaven and Fjord” are at Mælen in Jondal municipality, in Norheimsund in Kvam municipality and at Utne and Bu in Ullensvang municipality. Contact the local tourist information office for more information and maps.

Hardanger Golf club

6 hole golf course with fantastic views of the fjord, glaciers and mountains.

Churches in Kvam

Ålvik church 1962, Øystese church www.visitkvam.no 1868, Norheimsund church 1989, Tel. 56 55 31 84 Vikøy church 1838, Strandebarm church 1876.

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Fruit farm with fruit products for sale. Dried fruit, baked goods and assorted local delicacies.

Ytre Ålvik C 8 www.haust-hardanger.no Tel. 47 03 28 85

Omaeple

Production of organic fruit and apple juice. Products on sale at the farm shop, in the local food shop at Oma and the farm shop in Øystese.

Omastrand E 6 www.omaeple.no Tel. 99 45 96 94

Boat hire

Hardanger Fartøyvernsenter: Rowing boats, life vests, fishing gear. p. 44 Hardanger Feriesenter: Motor boats, fishing gear (p.44)

Car hire

Øystese Mek. Tel. 56 55 03 00 Øystese D 7 Hardanger Bil. Tel. 56 55 56 44 Øystese D 7

Sjusete Ski centre

Cross-country skiing, floodlit tracks, rollerski trail and biathlon range.

Norheimsund D 7 www.sjusete.com

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Kvamskogen Skieldorado

Three alpine slopes.

Cross-country skiing area with 60 km tracks. Kvamskogen is a nice all year outdoor recreation area.

Kvamskogen D 6 www.kvamskogen.com Tel. 91 71 49 82

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Furedalen Alpin

Two ski lifts, children's tow, ski hire, ski school and cafe.

Kvamskogen D 6 www.furedalen.no Tel. 56 55 89 49

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Eikedalen Ski centre

Ski tow, 8 lifts,15 km slopes. Ski hire, ski shop, ski school. Evening skiing: 2-5 17:00-21:00

Kvamskogen D 6 www.eikedalen.no Tel. 56 58 88 62 01.12-01.04

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Øystese D 7 Tel. 56 55 31 84

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Hardangerfjord Hotel

Øystese D 7 www.hardangerfjord-hotell.no Tel. 56 55 63 00 p. 102

Hotel Restaurant Swimming pool.

Hardingasete

Ljones E 7 www.hardingasete.no Tel. 90 01 90 20

Resort, meetings and incentive Restaurant Reservation for groups

Thon Hotel Sandven

Norheimsund D7 www.thonhotels.no/sandven Tel. 56 55 20 88 p. 47

Hotel Apartments Restaurant

Gamlastovo og Garasjeloftet Øvre Aksnes

Norheimsund D 7 ala@kvamnet.no Tel. 91 74 68 10

Holiday homes

Hardanger Feriesenter

Norheimsund D 7 www.hardanger-resort.com Tel. 92 05 09 55

Holiday houses, cabins, camping Cafe, guest harbour, bathing spot Rental boats with fishing gear Traditional function room

Hardanger Fjordhytter Laupsa

Øystese D 7 www.hardanger-fjordhytter.no Tel. 56 55 51 80 p. 45

Cabins Boats Wi-Fi

Hjartnes Sjøhus

Tørvikbygd D 7 Tel. 91 87 85 42 tohja51@gmail.com

Holiday homes Boat with engine

Jødne Feriehus

Norheimsund D 7 www.jodne.no Tel. 90 70 46 70/ 95 13 13 49

Holiday homes

Mo Gardsferie

Øystese D 7 www.mogardsferie.no Tel. 97 01 85 64/ 41 10 48 84 p. 48

Two holiday houses

Nestunet

Mundheim F 6 www.nestunet.com Tel. 99 15 21 95/ 97 11 20 92

Cabins, holiday homes and apartments.

Oddland Camping

Vikøy D 7 www.oddlandcamping.no Tel. 41 46 36 02 p. 46

Cabins Rowing boat Bike rental Wi-Fi

Naustferie

Øystese D 7 www.naustferie.no Tel. 99 31 93 93 p. 48

Holiday homes

Sjuseter Hytter

Øystese D 7 www.sjuseter.no Tel. 92 01 89 12 p. 48

Holiday homes Rental boat for guests

Sjøtunet

Øystese D 7 www.sjotunet.no Tel. 97 03 95 91/ 90 70 41 90 p. 48

Holiday homes

Vetlemyrane

Øystese D 7 www.vetlemyrane.no Tel. 95 13 13 58 p. 48

Holiday home

www.hardangerfjord.com

Vågen Rom og Hytteutleige

Vikøy D 7 www.vaagenhytte.no Tel. 56 55 25 21/ 90 93 40 06 p. 48

Cabins, apartment and holiday homes

Steinstø Fruktog Kakebu

Steinstø D 7 www.steinsto.no Tel. 99 69 15 27 p. 41

Farm shop and cafe Farm restaurant, reservations required

Gamlastovo Gardsrestaurant

Fykse D 7 www.gamlastovo.no Tel. 56 55 63 00 p. 41

Farm restaurant Function room Attraction

Kunsthuset Kabuso

Øystese D 7 www.kabuso.no Tel. 56 55 39 00 p. 4, 40

Cafe

Hardanger fartøyvernsenter

Norheimsund D 7 www.fartoyvern.no Tel. 47 47 98 39 04.05-30.08 1-7 10:00-17:00 p. 4, 47

Cafe

Esso Gas Station Øystese

Øystese D7 www.ømv.no Tel. 92 68 02 48

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HARBOUR Botnen C 7

Norheimsund Guest Harbour

Tel. 41 00 58 44

Norheimsund D 7

Strandebarm Guest Harbour

Tel. 97 04 02 10/ 56 55 94 64

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Hardanger Fjordhytter

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Oddland Welcoming, family-run cabin resort by the Hardangerfjord, route 49, in Vikøy, 4 kms from Norheimsund.

• New family-cabin with 2 bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom. Veranda/ panorama view. Open all year.

• Camping cabins, 25m2, w/ bathroom, veranda/ view.

• Rowing boats incl.

• No camp site

Fam. Aksnes Vikøyvn. 396, 5600 Norheimsund Tel: +47 90 79 55 52 Email: oddland.camping@ kvamnet.no Web/booking: oddlandcamping.no

OPEN ALL YEAR

Velcome to bountiful Fyksesund Free hiking map with marked trails, orchard hikes and mountain walks | Café, fruit- and farm shop | Canoe- and kayak rental | Salmon Farm Visitor Center | Accommodation in a beautiful cultural landscape, fjord cabins and farm holiday | Botnen

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Visit us in our information center on Steinstø quay (summer only) for a cup of coffee and more information about the different opportunities in the area.

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Norheimsund centre

Thon Hotel Sandven • • • • •

Diningroom in the National Romantic style Facilities for course and get-together Hotel rooms and apartments Park area by the fjord Walking path along the fjord with information points, park and beach for sea bathing

Tel: 56 55 20 88 www.thonhotels.no/sandven

Foto: Nils Kjetil Torvik

Hardanger maritime museum – the family friendly museum

Smell the fragrances of wood, tar and the sea.

Experience handcrafts rich in the traditions of a maritime environment. Gain Knowledge of our history through the vessel in the harbor or under restoration, from the exhibits, the films and guided tours. You can hire rowboats that were made here.

Try your hand on our Activity Course.

Tel: 474 79 839 Build your own toy boat, or enjoy relaxing fartoyvern@hvm.museum.no on the pier or in the café. www.fartoyvern.no SEE PAGE 40

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Hardanger

fjord - og fjellferie

MO GARDSFERIE Øystese

SJUSETER HYTTER Øystese

Reasonable prices. ”Gardshuset” 9 pers. ”Tømrastove” 6 pers. ”Kjedlaren” 2 pers.

Open all year. Sjusetevegen 145.

Mob: 411 04 884 /970 18 564 prsbonde@online.no

2 cabins x 6 pers. Jacuzzi and sauna. Boat for hire.

Excellent hiking and skiing area!

Tel: 920 18 912 jtjosaas@online.no

SJØTUNET Øystese

VÅGEN ROM OG HYTTEUTLEIGE

Cabins by the fjord. ”Sjøloftet” 4 (6) pers. ”Naustet” 2 (3) pers. ”Pakkhuset” 7 (8) pers, available for wheelchair. Open all year.

Tel: 970 39 591 www.sjotunet.no

Vikøyveien 299, 5600 Norheimsund

NAUSTFERIE Øystese

VETLEMYRANE Øystese

Cabin 6-8 pers. Boat for rent.

Available for wheelchair. Tel: 993 19 393 naustferie@gmail.com www.naustferie.no

Sheep farm. Nice area for walking. Open all year. ”Gamlestovo” 7 pers. Tel: 951 31 358 post@vetlemyrane.no www.vetlemyrane.no

Apartments 2-8 pers. Holiday house 2-12 pers.

Open all year. High standard. Family friendly.

Tel: 56 55 25 21/ 909 34 006 www.vaagenhytte.no

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Bjørkheim Kro & Motell AS

Bjørkheim Kro & Motell

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• Modern rooms and apartments • Beautiful surroundings by Samnangerfjorden • Cafe, breakfast, lunch and dinner • Kiosk with fastfood • Parties up to 60 guests accepted (make a reservation, please) • Fully licensed • 2 outdoor terraces by the seaside • Open every day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Location: see map on page 98 in this brochure. We are located by riksvei 7, approximately 45 minutes drive from Bergen City direction Hardanger.

From Norheimsund: 30 minutes drive. From Voss : 60 minutes drive

5652 Årland Tel: +47 56 58 77 40 Fax: +47 56 58 77 40 Email: post@bjorkheim.no Web: www.bjorkheim.no

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• Season: 15 June – 15 September • This is a demanding hike. 22 km in total, minimum 8-10 hours.

Ascent about 900 meters.

• The start is a steep 400 meters ascent • Start early in the morning.

• The weather in the high mountains may change fast, check the weather forecast before starting. Do not hike to Trolltunga in heavy rain or in foggy weather.

• It is always colder in the mountains than down by the fjord.

• There is no mobile phone coverage on large parts of the hike.

• Bring a tent if you want to stay overnight.

• An alternative route to Trolltunga: a guidet bike, hike and a via ferrata climb to Trolltunga. www.trolltunga-active.com BRING WITH YOU ON THE HIKE • Sturdy mountain boots, warm clothing and rainwear.

• Plenty to eat and drink.

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BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT Stavanger: Nor-way bussekspress. www.nor-way.no or «The Trolltunga-Preikestolen express», see p. 90.

Preikestolen: «The Trolltunga-Preikestolen express», see p. 90. www.tidereiser.com Bergen: Bus route 930. www.skyss.no Oslo: The «Haukeliekspressen» bus . www.nor-way.no, or train Oslo-Voss, and bus from Voss. www.nsb.no Voss: Bus route 990. www.skyss.no TO SKJEGGEDAL With private car: Parking in Skjeggedal and Tyssedal. Parking fee NOK 120 pr. day.

By bus: Bus route 990 to Tyssedal from north.

Local bus/maxi taxi from Odda to Skjeggedal, see p. 91.

By taxi: Odda taxi tel. (+47) 53 64 14 44 INFORMATION Odda Tourist Office Tel: (+47) 53 65 40 05 turistkontor@odda.kommune.no www.visitodda.com

Røldal Tourist Office Tel: (+47) 53 64 20 33 post@roldal.no www.roldal.no

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ODDA Population: 7,006 • Area: 1,648 km2 Towns: ODDA - TYSSEDAL - RØLDAL ODDA TOURIST OFFICE Odda town centre G 9 NO-5750 Odda Tel. +47 53 65 40 05 turistkontor@odda.kommune.no Open all year. www.visitodda.com

RØLDAL TOURIST OFFICE Røldal I 10 Tel. +47 53 64 20 33 post@roldal.no Open during summer season. www.roldal.no

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www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05 Season (average year): 15.06-15.09 Check the weather forecast.

From Tyssedal you can drive to Skjeggedal. From here it is an 8-10 hour walk to Trolltunga and back. Ascent around 900 metres. Information and hiking map can be obtained at the Odda tourist office or in Skjeggedal. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring food and water. No mobile phone coverage. The hike requires good physical condition. Parking fee in Skjeggedal.

Respect the mountain. All nature-based activities and the use of the information provided are at your own risk. Hiking to Trolltunga is a challenge, and every year there are search and rescue operations for hikers in serious trouble. Prepare well and be a responsible and safe hiker! (p. 50-51) From 1 July - 31 August there is a daily bus service connecting the starting points for hiking to Trolltunga and Preikestolen. Timetable at page 90.

Skjeggedal F 10 GPS 60.1328 6.6263

Bus Odda-Skjeggedal (for Trolltunga hike)

Foto: Stig Tronvold

From 1 June to 15 October there is a daily bus/maxi taxi service from Odda bus station to Skjeggedal, the starting point for hiking to Trolltunga. See time table at p. 91.

www.skyss.no Tel. 177/53 64 14 44 01.06-15.10 1-7

Buerdalen and Buer glacier

Foto: Hardanger Opplevelse

www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05

The Buer glacier is a part of the Folgefonna glacier. There is a marked trail up to the glacier. The hike through Buerdalen valley requires physical fitness. FlatEarth Adventures offers guided glacier trips on the Buer glacier (s.55). The road is partly closed for traffic. For information about transport to Buerdalen contact Odda Tourist Office tel. 53 65 40 05.

Buerdalen G 8 GPS 60.0450 6.5346

The Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry

Foto: Norsk Vasskraft- og Industristadmuseum

www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 07.09-22.05 2-5 10:00-15:00 25.05-06.09 1-7 10:00-17:00

The beautiful power station at the fjord is a monument of the hydropower adventure that started in 1906. Today it is a museum with guided tours, films and exhibits. Museum shop and cafe. Tailored programs for groups, meetings and seminars. Activities at NVIM, see page 57.

Tyssedal F 9 GPS 60.1192 6.5563

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Trolltunga Active

Foto: Scott Sporleder/Fjord Norway

www.trolltunga-active.com Tel. 90 82 45 72 15.02-15.12

Offer experiences which give an alternative way of encountering nature and history in Hardanger. Tysso Via Ferrata – in the footsteps of the navvy. A climb along the pipelines from the Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry,4-6 hours. Himmelstigen ('the ladder to heaven') to Trolltunga. Combined bicycling, climbing and hiking trip to the impressive mountain formations, 8-10 hours.

Zip-line “Trolltunga Zippen” 4-5 hours.

Glacier hikes, 7 hours. Min. 4 persons. p 59.

Tyssedal F 9

Røldal stave church

Foto: Gunn Gravdal Elton

www.roldal.no Tel. 48 10 92 84 during opening hours 30.05-26.06 1-7 10:00-16:00 27.06-09.08 1-7 09:30-18:30 10.08-30.08 1-7 10:00-16:00

The church was built between 1200 and 1250, and is famous for its healing crucifix still in the church. According to legend it sweats once a year on “Olsok” (July 6th after the Julian calendar), and the sweat has healing power.

Røldal was one of the most important sites of pilgrimage in Norway during the middle ages and pilgrims continued to come until 1835, longer than any other place in Norway. The church is beautifully decorated, and is still the parish church for Røldal. Guided tours during the summer season. There are several pilgrim trails in connection with Røldal stave church.

Entrance fee: children (below 15 yrs) free, adults NOK 40, Groups (min 10 persons) NOK 25 pp.

Røldal I 10 GPS 59.8307 6.8226

FlatEarth Adventures Guided glacier tour into the blue ice.

Includes crossing a river and you will have the opportunity to climb crevasses.

Physically demanding tour.

Odda, Oddadalen F 9 and G 9 Foto: FlatEarth Adventures

www.flatearth.no Tel. 47 60 68 47 15.06-01.09 1-7

Odda Science Centre

Foto: NVIM

www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 20.06-08.08 2-6 11:00-16:00

Interactive exhibits, experiments and science show. A science park with exciting installations. This is a playground for learning for the whole family.

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Hardanger Adventure

Foto: Hardanger Opplevelse

www.oppleve.no Tel. 41 32 16 10 01.01-31.12

Offering exciting outdoor adventures and activities for small and larger groups all year.

Canoeing on lake Sandvinsvatnet with cooking on open fire in the wilderness camp.

Explore the local cider farms. Archery, climbing, rappelling, teambuilding, treasurehunt and more. Rental of boats, canoes, tennis rackets and bikes.

Odda G 9

Låtefoss waterfall The twin falls of Låtefoss were already a popular tourist attraction back in the 1800s.

The falls drop 165 m, and are easily accessible on route 13. Floodlit in the evening.

Låtefoss H 9 GPS 59.9477 6.5849 Foto: Johan Berge

www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05

Hikes

Reinanuten Foto: Elisabeth W. Hauge

www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05

In Odda and Røldal there is an abundance of hikes to choose from. Some examples: - Rossnos The highest peak around the town of Odda.

The cairn on 1,401 masl can be seen from the centre of Odda. 6 hours return hike.

- Strand-Sandvin Hike through beautiful farm land, and get close to the Strandsfossen waterfall. Signposted trail.

2 hours return hike.

- Havrenås From the centre of Røldal through varied terrain.

The peak is 896 masl. Nice view of Røldal from the top. 5 hours return hike, 400 meters ascent.

Røldal ski resort

Foto: Røldal Skisenter

www.roldal.com Tel. 53 65 48 00 / 90 79 07 87 01.12-01.05

Snowrich ski resort. Powder snow and excellent off-piste terrain is available in Røldal. 7 lifts, 610 meters height difference, 15 kilometres of groomed slopes and excellent conditions for freeriders.

New four-seater express lift for the winter 2014/15 gives a larger area for skiing.

Children friendly ski resort.

Season (on average) from November to the second weekend in May. Røldal I 10 GPS 59.8232 6.7402

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Workers’ houses on Folgefonngata

Guided tour of workers’ houses furnished as they were in 1910, 1920, 1930 and 1950. Slideshow presentation. Tour can be booked at the Odda Vitensenter or by phone at 53 65 00 50. p. 55

Odda G 9 www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 20.06-08.08 2-6 11:00-16:00

Open smithy in Odda

The largest industrial smithy in the Nordic countries is in the centre of Odda. Take a visit and see the smiths at work. Try your skills as a smith. Contact Odda Science Centre, see page 55.

Odda G9 www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 20.06-08.08 2-6 12:00-14:00

Lilletopp

A hike to the guards house in the mountain side behind the Norwegian Museum of Hydro Power and Industry (NVIM) in Tyssedal. You will see the distribution dam, the dry tunnels and the start of the penstocks that delivered water to the turbines at NVIM. Guided tours on request in advance.

Tyssedal F 9 www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 26.05-25.08 2 12:00-16:00

Årestova in Skjeggedal

In the 17th century "Årestova" you can hear the story about hydro power development from the early waterpowered mills to megawatts and the modern hydro power installations in the mountains around Trolltunga.

Coffee and waffles for sale.

Skjeggedal F9 www.nvim.no Tel. 53 65 00 50 30.06.-06.09. 2-7 16:00-21:00

Art collection at Tyssedal Hotel

Large collection of paintings including works by Christian Krogh, Nils Bergslien, Hans Dahl and many others. p. 58

Tyssedal F 9 www.tyssedalhotel.no Tel. 53 64 00 00

Røldal Bygdemuseum

Collection of clothes, decorative and household objects from the old farming community.

Røldal I 10 www.roldal.no Tel. 97 67 20 91 01.07-31.07 1-7 17:00-20:00

Burial ground and Iron Age exhibition

Burial field at the Seim farm, one of the oldest in Røldal. Exhibits with models and photographs of burial artifacts in the old barn.

Open all day.

Røldal I 10 www.seimcamp.no Tel. 53 64 73 71 01.06-30.09 1-7

The world’s smallest litterature house

The World's smallest literature house is in Røldal, the "Bokbua" at Kalvatræet. Local literature and second hand books for sale.

The old log house is a former smallholding and is today a part of Røldal open air museum. Open on Saturdays 12:00-16:00 from mid-June to the end of August or on request. The self-service bookshop is always open.

Røldal I 10 www.roldal.no Tel. 90 54 46 39

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Seljestadjuvet

Experience the old road between Håradalen and Seljestad. Open in the summer. Less than 2 m wide.

The old postal road is in the same area. View of Folgefonna glacier.

Seljestad I 9 www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05

Valldalen

At the end of the old summer farming valley is Valldalsdammen, 700 m above sea level and 90 m high. The valley is a gateway to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau and the network of marked trails and cabins.

Røldal I 10 GPS 59.8670 6.8588 www.roldal.no Tel. 53 65 40 05

Cross-country floodlit tracks in Røldal

For cross-country skiing at night.

Tobbogan slope.

Røldal I 10 www.roldal.no Tel. 53 65 40 05

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Seljestad I 9 www.sorls.no Tel. 53 65 40 05

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are kept all winter until the end of April. A total of 100 km of tracks and three floodlit areas.

Lontjørn biathlon stadium, Røldal and Korlevoll ski stadium with FIS approved tracks.

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Hardanger Hotel

Odda G 9 www.hardangerhotel.no Tel. 53 64 64 64 Fax 53 64 64 74 p. 59

Hotel Breakfast restaurant, bar Free WLAN and parking

Hordatun Hotel

Røldal I 10 www.hordatun.no Tel. 93 45 02 93 S. 60

Hotel and apartments Restaurant, bar Cafe Meetings, functions

Tyssedal Hotel

Tyssedal F 9 www.tyssedalhotel.no Tel. 53 64 00 00 p. 57

Hotel Restaurant

Trolltunga Hotel

Odda G 9 www.trolltungahotel.no Tel. 40 00 44 86 p. 59

Hotel Restaurant

Røldal Booking

Røldal I 10 www.roldal-booking.no Tel. 95 85 05 00 p. 60

Apartments and cabins Restaurant Meetings and conferences

Hildal Camping

Hildal G 9 hildalcamping@online.no Tel. 53 64 50 36

Cabins Camping Excellent hikes

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Odda Camping

Odda G 9 www.oddacamping.no Tel. 41 32 16 10/ 94 14 12 79

The camping closest to Trolltunga. Cabins, camping, rooms, tent/lavvu, bikes, boat/canoes and tennis rackets etc.

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Odda mobile home parking

Odda G 9 www.oddacamping.no Tel. 94 14 12 79 /41 32 16 10

By the harbour in central Odda.

Sanitary outlet, water supply.

Tyssedal F 9 www.stanagard.no Tel. 90 04 26 58

Holiday houses.

Near the starting point for the hike to Trolltunga.

www.visitodda.com Tel. 53 65 40 05

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HARBOUR Odda Guest Harbour

– Stay with us and hike to Trolltunga

Welcome to the capital of Hardanger.

Stay with us and hike to Trolltunga. With its location, the hotel is a perfect startingpoint to visit LĂĽtefoss, Buerbreen and Trolltunga.

We offer free parking, complimentary WLAN and a nice atmosphere. Welcome to a pleasant stay.

Eitrheimsveien 13 5750 ODDA Phone: +47 53 64 64 64 Fax: +47 53 64 64 74 Email: post@hardangerhotel.no Web: www.hardangerhotel.no www.visittrolltunga.com

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Røldal

Røldal Stavkyrkje from the 13th century

DAY TRIPS TO TROLLTUNGA AND PREIKESTOLEN Røldal is the ideal base for day trips to Trolltunga and Preikestolen. A plethora of hiking trails in the village and surrounding mountains makes for an easy choice: If you love nature, visit Røldal!

RØLDAL BOOKING AS

SKYSSTASJONEN HYTTER & CAMPING

Apartments - Cabins - Restaurant / Cafe - Bar - Courses and conferences. Open all year. Excellent location in beautiful surroundings.

Tel: +47 958 50 500 / www.roldal-booking.no

Accommodation in the centre of Røldal! 11 well equipped cabins. Sauna and bathing tub by the river.

Caravans - Camping - Grill hut - Angling - Hiking.

Tel.: +47 53 64 73 85 / www.skysstasjonen.no

RØLDAL OVERNATTING

SEIM CAMPING, RØLDAL

High standard modern apartments. Great views in the centre of town. Hiking trails nearby. A warm welcome!

Tel.: +47 900 65 051 / www.roldalovernatting.no

Campground with both simple and high standard cabins near the Røldal lake. Open all year. Boat rental and fishing. Playground, TV room and free wifi.

Tel: +47 53 64 73 71 / www.seimcamp.no

RØLDAL HYTTEGREND OG CAMPING

HORDATUN HOTEL

New cabins - Current for caravans - Central in Røldal, 200 m past the church - Kiosk - TV room - Playground - Bathing dam and barbecue by the river.

Tel.: +47 900 54 464 / www.roldal-camping.no

Welcome to Hordatun! Hotel - Apartments - Restaurant / Cafe - Bar. Open all year. Wonderful view over Røldalsvannet and the mountains. Holiday & Leisure / Courses & Conferences.

Tel: +47 934 50 293 / www.hordatun.no

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ULLENSVANG Population: 3,369 • Area: 1,393 km2 Towns: KINSARVIK - LOFTHUS - UTNE - NÅ KINSARVIK TOURIST OFFICE Kinsarvik D 10 PO Box 73, NO-5782 Kinsarvik Tel. +47 53 66 31 12 turistinfo@kinsarvik.net Open all year www.visitullensvang.no

LOFTHUS TOURIST OFFICE Lofthus D 9 Tel. +47 53 66 31 12 Open during summer season UTNE TOURIST OFFICE Utne C 9 Tel. +47 53 66 31 12 Open during summer season

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ULLENSVANG Mikkelparken

Foto: Mikkelparken

Family park with a range of activities and lots of fun for kids. Featuring water complex with slides, electric cars, bumper-boats, orchard, jungle trail, indoor playing area and animals.

Look after your shoes! If you see the puppet theatre you will understand why.

Open in week-ends from 23.05 to 30.08 Open every day from 20.06. P. 71 Kinsarvik D 10 GPS 60.3763 6.7256

www.mikkelparken.no Tel. 53 67 13 13 20.06-16.08 1-7 10:30-18:30

Hardanger Folk Museum

Foto: Hardanger Folkemuseum

www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no

Tel. 47 47 98 84 02.01-02.05, 01.09-30.12 1-5 10:00-15:00 03.05-31.08 1-7 10:00-17:00

Exhibits of Hardanger embroidery, traditional costumes and Norway’s largest collection of old Hardanger fiddles. Open air museum with historic buildings. Museum shop and cafe. Baking demonstration and handicraft activities every Tuesday in July between 12:00-15:00. p. 4, 5 Utne C 9 GPS 60.4261 6.6187

Agatunet

Foto: Hardanger Folkemuseum

www.agatunet.no Tel. 47 47 99 02/ 47 47 98 84 23.05-25.05 10:00-17:00 30.05-16.08 1-7 10:00-17:00

Listed hamlet with 30 buildings ranging from the Middle Ages to present-day. The unique court of appeals lodge was built by the knight Sigurd Brynjulvson Aga around the year 1250.

Traditional costume exhibition ‘Gåva frå mor’ (gift from my mother). Information and film about the Folgefonna National Park. Rotating art exhibit four times a year. Cosy cafe. Tours run every hour until 16:00. Traditional baking every Friday 01.07-01.08. p. 4, 5 Aga D 9 GPS 60.2995 6.6025

Hardangerfjord sightseeing

Foto: Samferselsfoto

www.norled.no Tel. 51 86 87 00 booking@norled.no 01.05-30.09

Daily fjord cruise from Lofthus and Kinsarvik in Ullensvang to Eidfjord and return. Calling at Ulvik and Eidfjord. The cruise Hardangerfjord Sightseeing starts and ends in Norheimsund, and corresponds with bus from and to Bergen.

There is also a morning service: Lofthus – Utne – Herand – Norheimsund.

Return in the evening: Norheimsund – Herand – Utne – Lofthus.

Timetable at page 90.

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Classic Hardangerfjord Cruise

Foto: Hans Jørgen Andersen

www.hardangerfjordcruise.no Tel. 53 66 31 12 26.06-04.08 1-7

Experience the Hardangerfjord in a quiet pace on the veteran ship MS Atløy. Meals and refreshments for sale.

Daily 26 June - 4 August Lofthus 10:40 13:20 16:00 Aga 11:10 13:50 16:30 Utne 12:20 15:00 17:40 Lofthus 13:10 15:50 18:30 En route you may disembark and visit Agatunet at Aga p.64.

Hardanger Folk Museum at Utne p.64.

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Biking: The fjord route Oksen peninsula.

Vallavik-Tjoflot

Foto: Hilde Opedal

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

A nice detour from National cycle route no.6 between Leirvik and Voss. Starts in Vallavik, ends at Tjoflot, 16 km one way. Flat road along the fjord. At Vallavik there is a 500 meter long tunnel without light. Excellent fjord views from Tjoflot. Can be combined with crossing the Hardanger bridge by bike.

“Sykkel i Hardanger” delivers and picks up rental bikes on request. www.sykkelihardanger.no Vallavik C 9 C 10 GPS 60.4885 6.8359

Four beautiful waterfalls, Husedalen

Foto: Magnus Hisdal

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

The scenery and waterfalls in Husedalen simply take your breath away. Four stunning waterfalls are close to each other along the hiking trail from Kinsarvik up to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. A hike from the car park to the uppermost fall and back takes 5-6 hours. The area is easily accessible and a good alternative for hikes of any length.

Hardanger Fossasti (footpath) is a light walk starting in Kinsarvik. Follow the path along the river and read the information boards along the way. Maps are for sale at the Tourist Office.

Husedalen D 10 GPS 60.3520 6.7570

HM Queen Sonja’s panoramic hiking trail

Foto: Hotel Ullensvang, Niels Johansen

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

This is one of HM Queen Sonja’s favorite hikes in Hardanger. The trail is in the high mountains between Kinsarvik and Lofthus and offers magnificent fjord views. The hike takes 6-8 hours. A shorter alternative is to hike parts of the trail starting from Røte in Kinsarvik.

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Mt Oksen

Foto: Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

Oksen summit 1,241 m above sea level.

Fantastic view over the fjords. Starting point for hiking at Djønno or Tjoflot. 7-8 hours round trip from Djønno and 6-7 hours from Tjoflot.

Contact the tourist office for more information and maps.

Oksen C 9 GPS 60.4531 6.6488

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

Utne Hotel

Foto: Utne Hotel

Established in 1722 and one of the oldest hotels in Norway. The ambience in the Utne Hotel gives a true feeling of being a part of history. Stay overnight or enjoy a good traditional meal in the restaurant. p. 68, 70.

Utne C 9 GPS 60.4236 6.6218

www.utnehotel.no Tel. 53 66 64 00 01.05-01.09

Bleietunet farm tourism

Foto: : Anette Krogh

www.bleietunet.no Tel. 91 17 97 95

Visit a fruit farm with an exciting history back to the Medieval period. Join a guided walk on the farm, in the garden and in the orchards.

Have a taste of fruit, cider and juice from the farm. Farm shop with fruit, juice and handicraft. Function room with simple catering for groups. Accommodation in farmhouses, with boat and nice hiking terrain. Tailored programs for groups on request.

Nå E 9 GPS 60.2466 6.5651

Hikes

Munketreppene Foto: Hilde Opedal

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

Wherever you stay in Ullensvang, there are nice hikes just around the corner.

Contact the tourist information for hiking maps.

- Husedalen valley, four stunning waterfalls close to each other. Full hike 5-6 h. p. 65 - Munketreppene/Nosi, trail up to the viewingpoint Nosi 950 masl. 4-6 h.

- Utne-Setehaug. Hike in steep terrain to a nice viewingpoint. 3 h, 480 masl. See overview map at Utne Hotel.

- Ullensvang is also an excellent starting point for hikes into Hardangervidda National Park.

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The Pilgrim Trail in Reiseterlia

Foto: Borghild Grønsnes

Reiseterlia is in Folgefonna National Park.

Sherpas from Nepal have built more than 2,000 stone steps for comfortable hiking.

The hike starts at Reiseter (above Nå) at 300 meters asl, and ends at Eggje 1,200 meters asl. Duration: 4-6 hours. The trail is a part of the Pilgrim route from Jondal to Røldal stave church (p.55). The trail has wonderful views of the fjord and the mountains.

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Skredhaugen

Collection of buildings with interiors from days gone by from Sørfjorden. Open air museum with exhibits of folk art, art and books.

Events every Wednesday at 18:00. (p.4)

Lofthus D 9 www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no Tel. 47 47 98 84 21.06-09.08 6-7 12:00-17:00

Blossom time

It is a beautiful sight to behold when the fruit trees in Ullensvang are in full blossom around May. Routes between Bu and Odda and Odda - Utne - Jondal boasts numerous idyllic orchards. The exact blossoming time varies from year to year, so contact the tourist information office for more information as the season approaches.

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

Biking: Along the National Tourist Route.

Utne-Herand

Route 550 between Utne and Herand is a quiet road going through orchards and a beautiful landscape. 23 kilometres with amazing views. The bikeride may be combined with the boat service Hardangerfjord sightseeing, see p.90.

Utne C 9 Herand D 8 Tel. 53 66 31 12 GPS 60.4226 6.6241

Kinsarvik church

One of the oldest stone churches in Norway, built around 1160.

Medieval wall painting.

The oldest church in Hardanger.

Kinsarvik D 10 Tel. 53 67 15 40 26.05-19.06 2-5 10:00-14:00 22.06-16.08 1-7 10:00-19:00

Utne church

Beautiful Wooden church built in 1895.

Utne C 9 Tel. 53 67 15 40 22.06-16.08 1-7 10:00-19:00

Ullensvang church Stone church in gothic style built around 1250. Stained glass windows by Bernard Greve.

Lofthus D 9 Tel. 53 67 15 40 26.05-19.06 2-5 10:00-14:00 22.06-16.08 1-7 10:00-19:00

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Art trails in the Hardanger landscape

Mælen D 8, Norheimsund D 7, In Hardanger there are four art Utne C 9, Bu C 10 trails with art set in the nature.

The artists are from the region www.kunstlandskap.no and the Nordic countries. The art trails "Between Heaven and Fjord" are at Mælen in Jondal municipality, in Norheimsund in Kvam municipality and at Utne and Bu in Ullensvang municipality. Contact the local tourist information office for more information and maps.

Edvard Grieg the composer’s cabin

Lofthus D 9 Grieg lived in Lofthus for shorter Tel. 53 67 00 00 and longer periods. He composed GPS 60.3646 6.7453 some of his well-known works here. His composer cabin is now in the garden of Hotel Ullensvang. Access through hotel reception. p. 2

Hardanger Cideri

Guided tours with information about cider-making and cider tasting. Groups on request.

Jåstad D 9 Tel. 91 72 21 84/ 98 02 34 98

Van der Tuuk Travel and Guide Service

Travel guides, year-round transportation to and from Hardanger for groups. Arranges hiking excursions, farm visits, garden tours, food service and cultural arrangements in collaboration with local partners.

Lofthus D 9 Tel. 53 66 11 50/ 90 73 91 57

Vikebygd landscape park

A local community with rich tradiVikebygd E 9 tions in a unique nature and cultural www.vikebygdlandskapspark.no landscape. Settlements characterized by cluster farms surrounded by orchards. Feel the historic atmosphere at the listed Agatunet.

Great hiking trails into Folgefonna National Park, like Buførevegen Pilegrimsvegen at Reiseterlia.

Fishing in Ullensvang

There is a wide range of outstanding fishing options in Ullensvang. The tourist office provides information on fishing in fjords, rivers and mountain lakes and sells various fishing licenses.

Boat hire

Kinsarvik Camping: motor boats. p. 69.

Lofthus Auto

Car repair shop, petrol station, car rentals, marina with diesel pump on the quay, Viking car recovery service.

www.visitullensvang.no Tel. 53 66 31 12

Lofthus D 9 Tel. 53 67 12 70

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Hotel Ullensvang

Lofthus D 9 www.hotel-ullensvang.no Tel. 53 67 00 00 p. 2, 71

Hotel Restaurant

Utne Hotel

Utne C 9 www.utnehotel.no Tel. 53 66 64 00 01.05-01.09 p. 70

Hotel Restaurant

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Kinsarvik Fjordhotel

Kinsarvik D 10 www.kinsarvikhotel.no Tel. 53 66 74 00

Hotel Restaurant

Hardanger Vandrarheim

Lofthus D 9 www.hihostels.no/hardanger Tel. 53 67 14 00 p. 71

Hostel Breakfast Summer season: 18.06-10.08

Ullensvang Gjesteheim

Lofthus D 9 www.ullensvang-gjesteheim.no Tel. 53 66 12 36

Guest house Restaurant 04.05-20.09

Agahytter

N책 E 9 www.agahytte.no Tel. 91 31 18 57 p. 72

Apartments

Hardanger harmoni fjordhus

Indre Bleie E9 www.hardangerharmoni.no Tel. 91 17 97 95

3 houses on the same farm 150 m from the fjord Large garden Function room Rental boat and canoe

Br책voll Camping

Kinsarvik D 10 tro-stei@online.no Tel. 53 66 35 10/ 94 05 96 40

Cabins and camping Rowing boats for guests 15.04-30.09

Eikhamrane Camping

Eikhamrane F 9

Cabins Camping Rowing boats for the guests

Hardangertun Hytter & Familiepark

Kinsarvik D 10 www.hardangertun.no Tel. 53 67 13 13 p. 64, 71

eikhamranecamping.123hjemmeside.no

Tel.94 82 32 31

Kinsarvik Camping Kinsarvik D 10 www.kinsarvikcamping.no Tel. 53 66 32 90 p. 71

Cabins and camping Cafe and dinner

Cabins and camping Boats

Lothe C 9 www.lothecamping.no Tel. 53 66 66 50/ 97 10 31 04 p. 70

Cabins, apartments and camping.

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Aga Harbour

Tel: 91 53 95 41/ 53 66 22 16 Harbour fee: about NOK 70, No water or electricity supply.

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Lofthus Guest Harbour

www.gjestehavner.no Tel. 95 07 57 63.

Harbour fee: ca NOK 100, excl. electricity and water, ca NOK 125, incl. electricity and water

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Kinsarvik Guest Harbour

www.kinsarvik-batlag.no Harbour fee according to size.

Electricity, water and wireless internet.

Kinsarvik D 10

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Utne Hotel Imagine a holiday in slow speed, relaxing in a unique atmosphere.

Far away from strain, rush and impersonal hotels.

5778 Utne Phone: +47 53 66 64 00 Fax: +47 53 66 10 89 Email: reception@utnehotel.no Web: www.utnehotel.no

Just in the centre of Hardanger you’ll find such a place: Utne Hotel, one of the oldest in Norway in continuous operation since 1722.

You just have to experience Utne Hotel. Seldom you feel such a “good old days” atmosphere, it’s almost like living in a history book. 26 rooms, 52 beds. Totally restored 2002/2004.

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The camping site is surrounded by orchards, plenty of sun and is beautifully situated by the Hardangerfjord, just by route 550 5 kms from Utne ferry quay.

Tents, caravans, new service building. Cabins, apartments, kiosk and fine bathing facilities.

Lothe, 5778 Utne • Tel.: 53 66 66 50 - Mob: 97 10 31 04 E-mail: mail@lothecamping.no • www.lothecamping.no

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• 3 cabins/apartments by the fjord for 4-6 persons • Good possibilities for hikes and fjord fishing • Private beach • Boat included, motor for rent Tel. Tlf. 53 91 66 31 21 18 75 57

post@agahytte.no

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Edvard Grieg’s favourite place,

See page 2 for more details.

Tel +47 53 67 00 00 - www.hotel-ullensvang.no

Kinsarvik Camping ✩✩✩✩ 24 cabins from 3-5 stars category. 82 electric supplies for caravans, campers and tents.

17 ft rental boats with engine. Free Wi-Fi for the whole area. Mikkelparken 500 meters, the Hardangerfjord 50 meters.

Tel. + 47 53 66 32 90 www.kinsarvikcamping.no

Hardanger Hostel Cosy hostel with big garden.

• Near HM Queen Sonjas panoramic hiking trail, The Monk Steps to Hardangervidda, Trolltunga, Via Ferrata, Buer Glacier.

• 45 min from the starting point of the hike to Trolltunga • 12 dbl rooms w/shower, 32 dbl rooms without shower.

• Large breakfast buffet.

• Budget room.

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Tlf. 53 67 14 00 • 8-15 and 17-22 • hardanger@hihostels.no

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ULVIK Population: 1,095 • Area: 722 km2 Towns: ULVIK Contact the tourist office for ULVIK TOURIST OFFICE hiking maps and guides.

Ulvik centre B 11 NO-5730 Ulvik Tel. + 47 56 52 62 80 ulvikturist@ulvik.org Open during summer season. Please call or send e-mail all year. www.visitulvik.no

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ULVIK The Fruit and Cider Route

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www.siderruta.no Tel. 901 22 835/ 416 49 906/ 911 02 215

The Fruit and Cider Route is a collaboration between Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk, Syse Farm and Ulvik Frukt & Cideri. Festivals in May (Siderslepp) and October (Fruktslepp).

Contact one or several of the farms directly to arrange a visit any time of the year. All the farms are within walking distance, and every farm offers a truly unique experience. p. 78 Ulvik B 11

Syse Farm

Foto: Reinhold Kager

www.sysegard.no Tel. 56 52 60 01/ 41 64 99 06

Traditional fruit and sheep farm. Farm shop with homemade products as applejuice, jam, canned fruit, chutneys and different products of lamb. Open on request or drop by. Guided tours for groups with product tasting on request.

Simple catering/lunch for groups on request.

Syse Farm is a part of the Fruit and Cider Route in Ulvik. Syse Farm is also an ÉconomusÊe about fruit. p. 78.

Ulvik B 11 GPS 60.5752 6.9406

Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk

Foto: Reinhold Kager

www.hardangersider.no Tel. 90 12 28 35

Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk makes juice, cider, liqueur and brandy from apples.

Groups can have a guided tour and a taste sampling. Farm restaurant (seating capacity 80) for groups on request. Closest Vinmonopol (state owned wine/spirit outlets): Voss, Norheimsund and Odda. Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk is a part of the Fruit and Cider Route in Ulvik. p. 78.

Ulvik B 11 GPS 60.5742 6.9563

Ulvik Frukt & Cideri

Foto: Ulvik Frukt & Cideri

www.hakastadsider.no Tel. 91 10 22 15

On the fruit farm Hakastad a wide range of traditional apple varieties are grown. They make a wide range of apple juices and ciders, varying in taste, sweetness and acidity. The good apple taste is central in all the products of the farm. Guided tours and a taste of the products for groups on request, 10-40 persons. Juice and cider (below 4.7% alcohol) for sale. Sweet cherries in the season. Closest Vinmonopol (state owned wine/spirit outlets): Voss, Norheimsund and Odda. Ulvik Frukt & Cideri is a part of the Fruit and Cider Route in Ulvik. p. 78.

Ulvik B 11 GPS 60.5740 6.9313

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Hardanger Basecamp

Foto: Hardanger Basecamp

www.hardangerbasecamp.com Tel. 91 18 82 37 01.01-31.12

Hardanger Basecamp offers a wide range of options for families and groups. Join a historic walk in the old water tunnels in Osa or a guided hike to Hardangervidda. Nature, Stone Age or survival courses & workshops. Rental kayaks, rowing boats, fishing gear and bikes.

Accommodation in Mongolian yurts (Jun-Oct).

Learing how to make an open fire and outdoor cooking is included. Ask for a ”Nature talk” at the Osa cafe, and you will get a ”back to nature” experience, including a talk, tasting, fire making, homemade pancakes and coffee.

Osa B 11

The Olav H. Hauge centre

Foto: Hauge-senteret/Jorid Lekve Eide

www.haugesenteret.no Tel. 56 52 70 70 01.01-30.04, 01.09-31.12 2-5 10:00-16:00 7 12:00-17:00 01.05-31.08 2-5 10:00-16:00 6-7 11:00-17:00

The Olav H. Hauge centre is beautifully situated on the quay in Ulvik. At the centre you will discover poetry in many varieties in exciting ways.

There are exhibits, a library of poetry, a poetry workshop, museum shop and a cafe. “Olav H. Hauge, our great poet from Hardanger, has got his own Hauge centre in Ulvik, where his writing is presented. In photos and and handwritten documents, with quotes and printed material, in several rooms over two floors, presented in such an attractive way that he now his the poet in Norway best presented in public.” Jan Erik Vold, Dag og Tid, 12 Sept 2014.

Ulvik B 11

Hardangerfjord sightseeing Daily fjord cruise from Ulvik to Eidfjord and return. The cruise Hardangerfjord Sightseeing starts and ends in Norheimsund, and corresponds with bus from and to Bergen. p. 90 Foto: Samferdselsfoto

www.norled.no Tel. 51 86 87 00 booking@norled.no 01.05-30.09

Hjadlane Galleri

Foto: RHF

www.osa.no Tel. 48 12 96 69

A privately owned gallery that features figurative contemporary art. The exhibitions often spotlight the thought-provoking and colourful images of Lars G. Polden and other artists. Guided tours on request all year.

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Ulvik folklore Ulvik Folklore is a folk dance group performing songs, folk dance and music.

Evening shows during the summer season.

Ulvik B 11 Foto: Anne Marie Øydvin

Tel. 95 99 35 16 annemo@ulvik.org

Hikes

Osasete Foto: B-Nature

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www.visitulvik.no Tel. 56 52 62 80

In Ulvik there are several marked trails of all levels.

- Kvasshovden Opp, 0-1,030 m above sea level, marked trail, 7.5 km. Start at Ulvik Fjord Hotel.

- Osa-Osasete, marked trail, round trip 3-4 hours.

For guided walks, more information and maps, contact Ulvik Tourist Office.

Ulvik B 11 www.visitulvik.no Tel. 56 52 62 80

Osafjellet

A scenic mountain area 1,250 m above sea level. Osafjellet is located between Bergensbana/Rallarvegen and Osa.The Hardangerjøkulen glacier is one of the highest peaks in the area. Open to traffic between May and September. 20 km from the centre of Ulvik.

Rallarvegen

A popular bike and walking trail. www.rallarvegen.com The 82 km long cultural and histori- Tel. 32 08 75 64/56 52 62 80 cal road between Haugastøl and Flåm was built between 1895-1902 when building the Bergensbana railway, the highest railway in Northern Europe.

Rallarmuseet

Shows the story of building the Bergensbana railway.

Hjeltnes vidaregåande skule

Century-old horticultural school Ulvik B 11 educating gardeners, landscapers, www.hjeltnes.vgs.no florists and arborists. Nice ambi- Tel. 56 53 88 00 ance with old and new buildings.

Park with a variety of rare trees, shrubs, herbs, perennials and landscaping with stones. Gene bank for old varieties of apples.

Guided tours, catering and accommodation for groups on request.

Finse B 14 www.rallarmuseet.no

www.hardangerfjord.com

Øydve Gardsturisme

Ulvik B 11 Visit a traditional western Norway farm with cow and sheep www.oydvin-gard.no farming, orchards and vegetable Tel. 95 99 35 16 production. Join a guided tour through the orchards, taste the produce of the farm and have coffee and cake in “Besto si stove” (Granma’s living room). Homemade delicacies for sale. Groups served on request.

Øydvinstod Cultural trail

Cultural and historical trail near the sea. Information boards along the way. Information leaflet for sale at the tourist office.

Ulvik church

From 1858. Decorated inside with Ulvik B 11 www.visitulvik.no rose painting by artist Lars Osa in 1923. Open during high season Tel. 56 52 62 80 from 10.00-18.00.

Ornithology

Ulvik B 11 Study the impressive multitude of birds from the observation huts www.visitulvik.no Tel. 56 52 62 80 in the marine water meadows at Ulvikpollen. For more details, contact Ulvik Tourist Office.

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Osafjorden B 11 www.oydvin-gard.no Tel. 95 99 35 16

The newly opened Olav H. Hauge Centre in Ulvik offers unique insight into the poet’s life and work. The exhibition conveys poetry in many forms across language boundaries.The Olav H. Hauge Centre also has a museum shop, poetry library, poetry workshop and activities for children.

The Green Cafe has indoor and outdoor seating right by the beautiful Ulvik fjord.

Opening times: Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 4 pm Saturday – Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm (May – Sep) Sunday: 12 am – 5 pm (Jan-May, Sep-Dec)

Tel. + 47 56 52 70 70 www.haugesenteret.no

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Fjord cruise with “Lady Anne”

Beautiful fjordcruise with the boat Lady Anne. Up to 100 passengers. Groups may charter Lady Anne. p. 78

Rental

Strand Fjord Hotel: Kayaks, rowing boats, boats with engine, sailboat, pedalos and bikes (p.78) Ulvik tourist office: Sea kayaks and bikes (p.72)

Drevtjørn ski centre

Prepared cross-country ski trails in Ulvik B 10 the winter season. Situated between www.ulvikil.no Ulvik and Granvin at Ulvikhøgda.

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ACCOMMODATION/CAFE & RESTAURANT/RENTAL Brakanes Hotel

Ulvik B 11 www.brakanes-hotel.no Tel. 56 52 61 05 p. 102

Hotel Restaurant Boats, pedal boats, kayaks Indoor pool

Ulvik Hotel

Ulvik B 11 www.brakanes-hotel.no Tel. 56 52 62 00 p. 102

Hotel Restaurant Boats, pedal boats, kayaks

Strand Fjord Hotel Ulvik B 11 strandfjordhotel@gmail.com Tel. 56 52 63 05

Hotel, cafe and restaurant Fjord terrace Kayaks, rowing boats, boats with engine, sailboat, pedalos and bikes.

Ulvik Fjord Pensjonat

Ulvik B 11 www.ulvikfjord.no Tel. 56 52 61 70 p. 80

Hotel, pension Restaurant

Øydve Farm Tourism

Ulvik B 11 www.oydvin-gard.no Tel. 99 43 10 36 p. 77

Holiday homes

Hardanger Basecamp

Osa B 11 www.hardangerbasecamp.com Tel. 91 18 82 37 p. 75, 80

Mongolian yurts Cafe

Osa Kafeen

Osa B 11 www.hardangerbasecamp.no Tel. 91 18 82 37

„Nature talk“- menu Pancakes See p.75, 80

Den Grøne Kafé

Ulvik B 11 Tel. 56 52 61 87

Cafe and bar Restaurant

Located in the heart of town and with service facilities and no harbour fees.

Ulvik B 11 Tel. 56 52 61 87

HARBOUR Ulvik Guest Harbour

“Lady Anne” ULVIK

Beautiful fjord cruises and charters.

Capacity: 100 passengers.

Booking: T: +47 56 52 61 05 / 92 65 30 10 Info: www.brakanes-hotel.no

You will find the only fruit- and cider route in Norway in Ulvik in Hardanger. 3 farms - a number of experiences.

Each farm offers guiding on demand for groups offering small samples, each farm, however, gives you a different experience.

Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk, Lekve gard Nils J. Lekve nils.j.lekve@ulvik.org- mob +47 90122835 - www.hardangersider.no Traditional fruit farm with a large production of apple juice and cider, new modern destillery for production of apple brandy.

Farm restaurant for groups of as many as 80 people after booking in advance.

Syse gard Gro Tveit Uglenes and Hans Uglenes syse.gard@online.no - mob +47 41649906 - www.sysegard.no Farm with production of fruit and lamb meat processed and sold in own farm shop. Economuseum of fruit. Possibilities for refreshments based on the farm’s products (about 70 people, booking in advance).

Ulvik Frukt & Cideri, Hakastad Torbjørg Austrud and Asbjørn Børsheim asbjornb@ulvik.org - mob +47 91102215 - www.hakastadsider.no Fruit orchards with many old varieties of apples. «The good taste of apple» is central for all products from Hakastad. Guided tours including a taste of the products for up to 40 guests on request. The farm is licensed to sell beverage with alcohol less than 4.7%.

Cider event in May - Fruit event in October www.siderruta.no

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Anyone near Osa should enjoy a visit to the wonderful cafe. It serves delicious pancakes and fresh coffee.

The café is almost a hundred years, and appears almost like a museum in itself.

Contact: 911 882 37

www.hardangerbasecamp.com

Contact: 565 263 05 Tyssevikvegen 31, 5730 Ulvik strandfjordhotel@gmail.com

Ulvik Fjord Pensjonat

Ulvik Fjord Pensjonat Tel: +47 56 52 61 70 Email: post@ulvikfjord.no Web: www.ulvikfjord.no

• Ulvik Fjord Pensjonat is a family run guest house, that lies just 500m from the village centre of Ulvik.

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• Free wireless internet use (Wi-Fi).

• The hotel is a good starting point for walking or hiking on marked trails that suit all types of walkers.

OPEN: May – September

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Osa Foto: B-Nature

Rosendal & Mauranger Sundal Camping Tlf. 53 48 41 86 www.sundalcamping.no

Enes Camping Tlf. 917 30 034 a-b-ene@online.no

14. May - 30. Aug. 2015 Guided tours at the Manor from 1665, exhibitions, concerts, theater and lectures. Renaissance garden with roses in abundance, romantic landscape garden from 1850 and kitchen & herb garden with lunch cafĂŠ & gift shop. Bed & breakfast at the Home farm. 3 course dinner available, please book in advance.

Tickets/info: baroniet.no info@baroniet.no /+47 53 48 29 99

HARDANGERFJORDEKSPRESSEN BERGEN - ROSENDAL Daily departures all year see www.rodne.no.

Unforgettable adventures at the Barony Rosendal, in Folgefonna National Park and the inner reaches of the Hardangerfjord.

Tickets can be purchased from the Tourist Information OfďŹ ce in Bergen.

MAIL@RODNE.NO

WWW.RODNE.NO

THE GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

BY THE FJORD www.folgefonna.info

Foto: Jan Rabben

Olaløo Traditional cuisine in breathtaking scenery.

For small or larger groups: always open on request.

Please contact (+47) 47 81 33 06 or inger.lise@knett.no Olaløo is right on the WELCOME TO OLALØO! doorstep of Folgefonna national park. www.olaloa.no

HAUGESUND

Visit Haugesund and you will experience the best of what Norway has to offer.

Fjord, waterfall, coast- and city culture, the unique viking history, glacier, mountains and sea, idyllic islands and lighthouses is among what you will find in this region.

visithaugesund.no * photos: Espen Mills, Scott Sporleder, Ă˜rjan B. Iversen, Arne Kr. S. Ytreland, Atle Grimsby, Terje Aamodt

Haugesund Tourist information post@visithaugesund.no, +47 52 01 08 30

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EXPLORE RYFYLKE For nature lovers and adventurers, the magnificent Lysefjord, famous Pulpit Rock and towering Mount Kjerag await you!

And the National Tourist Route Ryfylke offers a treasure of idyllic islands and fjords, cultural landscapes, sheer cliffs, boulder fields and mountains. Ryfylke offers the exceptional – every season of the year!

Unforgettable adventures near Hardanger!

www.ryfylke.com

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Sunnhordland has some of the finest and most distinctive scenery in Norway. Idyllic archipelagos, many thousands of islands, the Åkrafjord and the Hardangerfjord, majestic mountains, and cascading waterfalls. Folgefonna is situated in Folgefonna National Park, and is the third largest mainland glacier in Norway. Coastal culture, the history of the Christianisation of Norway at Moster, and the Barony Rosendal well known as Scandinavia’s smallest castle, are some of the things you can experience in Sunnhordland! Among all the graded and marked hiking and bicycle trails in Sunnhordland, you can experience the great and distinctive nature close up! visitsunnhordland.no | info@visitsunnhordland.no | + 47 53 45 67 90

Barony Rosendal in Kvinnherad.

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Brandasund at Bømlo.

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Kayaking in Møsevatnet in Kvinnherad.

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TRANSPORT IN HARDANGER FERRY ROUTES Timetables as per 20 Nov 2014. RHF takes no responsibility for any changes or misprints.

Please see: www.skyss.no.

Kinsarvik - Utne - Kvanndal Frå Kinsarvik/Utne Ferje

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www.hardangerfjord.com Kinsarvik - Utne - Kvanndal Frå Kinsarvik/Utne Ferje

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Wednesday a C = BerreC fredag. = BerreFriday fredagonly.

Kinsarvik .................... 15.40 – – 17.30 – – 19.40 – – 21.30A – Utne............................. 16.10 16.30 17.30 18.00 18.30 19.30 20.10 20.30 21.50 22.00A 22.45 Kvanndal ................... 16.30 16.50 17.50 18.20 18.50 19.50 20.30 20.50 22.10 22.20C 23.05

Frå Kinsarvik/Utne Ferje

Laurdag/Saturday II

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Kinsarvik .................... – – – 08.25 – 09.30 – – 11.20 – – 13.35 Utne............................. 06.25 07.10 08.30 08.55 09.30 10.00 10.30 11.30 11.50 12.30 13.30 14.05 Kvanndal ................... 06.45 07.30 08.50 – 09.50 10.20 10.50 11.50 12.10 12.50 13.50 14.30

Kinsarvik-Utne-Kvanndal 01.06-31.08

Ferje

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I: M/F «Hardingen» 916 81 129 II: M/FTINGING «Jondal» 916 81 116 AV B

Kinsarvik .................... – – 15.40 – – 17.30 – – 19.35 – – Utne............................. 14.30 15.30 16.10 16.30 17.30 18.00 18.30 19.35 20.05 21.00 22.00 Kvanndal ................... 14.50 15.50 16.30 16.50 17.50 18.20 18.50 19.55 20.25 21.20 22.20

Ferje

Ferje/Ferry I: M/F «Hardingen» 86 pbe/250 pax, Ferje/Ferry I: M/F går berregår i sambandet Utne–Kvanndal. berre i samb Ferje/Ferry II: M/F «Jondal» Ferje/Ferry II: M/ 32 pbe/99pax.

I dette samband seinast 1 time fø Mob.tlf. 91 68 1 Kinsarvik. Bilar f

Søndag/Sunday II

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Kinsarvik .................... 07.40 – – 09.30 – – 11.20 – – 13.35 – – Utne............................. 08.10 08.30 09.30 10.00 10.30 11.30 11.50 12.30 13.30 14.05 14.30 15.30 Kvanndal ................... 08.30 08.50 09.50 10.20 10.50 11.50 12.10 12.50 13.50 14.30 14.50 15.50 Ferje

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TAKSTSONE Kinsarvik–Kva Kinsarvik–Utn Kvanndal–Ut

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Kinsarvik .................... 15.40 – – 17.30 – – 19.40 – 21.30 – – – Utne............................. 16.10 16.30 17.30 18.00 18.30 19.30 20.10 20.30 22.00 21.30 22.30 23.10 Kvanndal ................... 16.30 16.50 17.50 18.20 18.50 19.50 20.30 20.50 – 21.50 22.50 23.30

Frå Kvanndal Ferje

For rutetab

Måndag–fredag / Monday–Friday I

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Kvanndal ................... 06.00 06.45 – 07.35 08.35 09.00 10.00 10.25 11.00 12.05 12.15 13.00 14.00 14.40 15.00 Utne............................. 06.20 07.05 07.00 07.55 08.55 09.20 10.20 10.45 11.20 12.25 12.35 13.20 14.20 15.05 15.20 Kinsarvik .................... – – 07.30 – 09.25 – – 11.15 – – 13.05 – – 15.35 – Ferje

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Kvanndal ................... 16.00 16.35 17.00 18.00 18.30 19.00 20.00 20.35 21.25 – 22.25 Utne............................. 16.20 16.55 17.20 18.20 18.50 19.20 20.20 20.55 21.45 22.00B 22.45 Kinsarvik .................... – 17.25 – – 19.20 – – 21.25 – 22.30B –

Frå Kvanndal

Ferje/Ferry I: M/F «Hardingen» 86 pb går berre i sambandet Utne–Kvannd Ferje/Ferry II: M/F «Jondal» 32 pbe/9

Laurdag/Saturday

II II II I I II I II I I II I I Ferje Kvanndal ................... 06.00 06.45 07.30 08.00 09.00 – 10.00 10.25 11.00 12.05 12.15 13.00 14.00 Utne............................. 06.20 07.05 07.50 08.20 09.20 08.55 10.20 10.45 11.20 12.25 12.35 13.20 14.20 Kinsarvik .................... – – 08.20 – – 09.25 – 11.15 – – 13.05 – – II I I II I I II I II II II Ferje Kvanndal ................... 14.40 15.00 16.00 16.35 17.00 18.00 18.30 19.10 20.30 21.30 22.30 Utne............................. 15.05 15.20 16.20 16.55 17.20 18.20 18.50 19.30 20.50 21.50 22.50 Kinsarvik .................... 15.35 – – 17.25 – – 19.20 – – – 23.20

TINGING AV BILPLASS I dette samband kan ein tinga bilpla seinast 1 time før den aktuelle rutea Mob.tlf. 91 68 11 16 for 15 PBE frå Ut Kinsarvik. Bilar frå Kinsarvik til Utne

Frå Kvanndal Ferje

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Kvanndal ................... 08.00 08.30 09.00 10.00 10.25 11.00 12.05 12.15 13.00 14.00 14.40 15.00 Utne............................. 08.20 08.50 09.20 10.20 10.45 11.20 12.25 12.35 13.20 14.20 15.05 15.20 Kinsarvik .................... – 09.20 – – 11.15 – – 13.05 – – 15.35 – Ferje

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Kvanndal ................... 16.00 16.35 17.00 18.00 18.30 19.00 20.00 20.35 21.00 – 22.00 22.50 Utne............................. 16.20 16.55 17.20 18.20 18.50 19.20 20.20 20.55 21.20 22.00 22.20 23.10 Kinsarvik .................... – 17.25 – – 19.20 – – 21.25 – 22.30 – –

TAKSTSONER side/page 52–53 Kinsarvik–Kvanndal sone/Fare Kinsarvik–Utne sone/Fare Kvanndal–Utne sone/Fare

For rutetabell helgedagar,

BUS/BOAT/CAR HIRE www.skyss.no Tel. 55 55 90 70

Skyss

Bus routes in Hardanger

Hardangerfjord sightseeing

Daily fjord cruise, round trip from Norheim- www.norled.no sund, Herand, Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, Ulvik Tel. 51 86 87 00 and Eidfjord. Timetable: See p. 90.

Hardanger Fjordreiser M/S Peer Gynt

Chartered tours Capacity: 58 persons

Fjord Tours

www.fjordtours.com Hardangerfjord in a nutshell.

Round trips in Hardanger with bus, train Tel. 815 68 222 and boat. Can be combined with accommodation and activities.

Start/end Oslo or Bergen.

Fjordcharter Norway AS

Sightseeing, cruise and charter services. www.fjordcharter.no post@fjordcharter.no Tel.56 39 10 20 /90 79 08 18 Hardanger Bil, Øystese, Tel. 56 55 56 44 Øystese Mek., Tel. 56 55 03 00 Lofthus Auto, Tel. 53 67 12 70

Car hire

www.hfr.no Tel. 90 71 96 40

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Hardangerfjord Sightseeing Daily 01.05-30.09 • www.norled.no • Tel. 51 86 87 00 • booking@norled.no Bergen Bus Station

07:25

19:05

Norheimsund

08:55

17:40

Norheimsund

08:45

09:00

17:30

17:40

Herand

08:22

09:23

17:07

18:03

Utne

07:50

09:55

16:35

18:35

Lofthus

07:30

10:15

16:15

18:55

Kinsarvik

10:33

15:55

Ulvik

11:15

15:15

Eidfjord

11:45

14:40

Trolltunga - Preikestolen express bus Bus service between Hardanger and Ryfylke Daily 01.07-31.08

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www.tidereiser.com • Tel + 47 55 23 87 00 • reiser@tide.no

To Preikestolen (Ryfylke)

To Trolltunga (Hardanger)

06:55 Kinsarvik

14:20 Forsand quay (ferry to/from Lysebotn)

07:10 Lofthus

14:45 Preikestolen parking

07:40 Tyssedal

19:15 Odda

07:55 Odda

19:45 Lofthus

12:00 Tau (for Stavanger)

20:00 Kinsarvik

12:30 Preikestolen parking

Travel by bus, boat and light rail when you want to enjoy Bergen and Hordaland! skyss.no

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Bus/maxi taxi from Odda bus station to Skjeggedal Skjeggedal is the starting point for hiking to Trolltunga.

1 June – 30 June 16 Sept. – 15 October Mon – Fri

Sat – Sun

Odda Skjeggedal

07:35 08:10

09:10 09:40

Skjeggedal Odda

19:10 19:55

20:10 20:35

Odda Skjeggedal

07:35 08:10

09:15 09:40

Skjeggedal Odda

19:10 19:40

20:10 20:35

Odda Skjeggedal

07:35 08:10

09:10 09:40

10:25 11:20 11:00 11:50

Skjeggedal Odda

16:10 16:50

18:00 18:45

19:10 20:10 19:55 20:35

Odda Skjeggedal

07:35 08:10

09:15 09:40

10:15 11:15 10:50 11:50

Skjeggedal Odda

16:10 16:40

18:00 18:30

19:10 20:10 19:40 20:35

1 July – 15 Sept.

Mon – Fri

Sat – Sun

Information: Odda Taxi, tel (+47) 53 64 14 14 • Skyss: www.skyss.no

Trolltunga Foto: Stig Tronvold

Shopping/ Traditions

Cafe/ Restaurant

Vøringsfoss

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Eidfjord

C 12

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Eidfjord Fjell & Fjord Hotel

Eidfjord

53 66 57 16 * * 90 27 63 95 * 53 66 52 64 * *

D 14

Eidfjord Aktiv FlatEarth Adventures

Øvre Eidfjord

47 60 68 47

Vøringsfoss

Garen Camping

Vøringsfoss

* 53 66 57 77 * * * 97 70 39 38 *

C 12 19, 55

Fossli Hotel AS Garen Gaard og Hyttesenter

Vøringsfoss

Hardangervidda Natursenter Eidfjord

Øvre Eidfjord

53 66 57 21 * 53 67 40 00

Hardangerviddahallen

Øvre Eidfjord

53 67 40 00

Kjærtveit Camping

Eidfjord

Liseth Pensjonat og Hyttetun

Vøringsfoss

Næsheim & Co

Eidfjord

EIDFJORD

C 11 22, 23

Vik Pensjonat og Hytter

Eidfjord

Vøringfoss Kafeteria & Souvenir

Vøringsfoss

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C 13

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C 13

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C 12 18, 24

* 90 68 17 62 * 53 66 57 14 * * 53 66 51 82

Sæbø Camping

C 12

C 12 18, 24

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53 67 41 00 * * Hardangervidda 41 55 04 04 * * Øvre Eidfjord 53 66 59 27 *

Page

Dyranut Fjellstova

Map

Telephone

Transport

Place

Activities

Name

Accommodation

92

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C 12

22

C 13

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C 11

Quality Hotel & Resort Vøringfoss Eidfjord

C 11

22

Rauhelleren Turisthytte

E 15

22

C 12 22, 24

53 66 51 62 * * 53 66 57 20 *

C 12 22, 23 *

C 12

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B 10

29

B 10

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GRANVIN Espelandsdalen Camping

Espelandsdalen 56 52 51 67 * 56 52 51 40

Form & Tradisjon

Granvin

Jaunsen Gjestgjevarstad

Granvin

Kjerland Gardsbutikk

Granvin

56 52 51 15 * * 56 52 53 36

B 10

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Kvanndal Camping

Kvanndal

95 04 80 35 * *

C9

29

Bakketun Overnatting

Herand

36

Jondal

E8

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Folgefonni Breførarlag

Jondal

53 66 85 44 * 40 28 85 53 * 95 11 77 92

D8

Brattabø Overnatting

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FONNA Glacier Ski Resort Hardanger Kulturgalleri

Jondal Herand

90 08 82 78 92 20 46 07

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E8 D8

32 38

Kramsjø

Herand

34, 37

Jondal

Vassel Gård

Herand

97 16 47 00 * * * 48 95 54 82 * 92 23 00 90 *

D8

Pilagutt

* E7 D8

36, 37

Gamlastovo og Garasjeloftet Øvre Aksnes Gamlastovo Gardsrestaurant

Norheimsund

91 74 68 10

D7

44

Fykse

56 55 63 00

C7

41, 45

Gardsmatbutikken i Øystese

Øystese

56 55 50 48

D7

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Hardanger Akvasenter

Steinstø

56 55 55 40

D7

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Hardanger Bil AS

Øystese

56 55 56 44

* D7

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B 10 28, 29 *

JONDAL

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KVAM * * * * *

Shopping/ Traditions

Cafe/ Restaurant

Accommodation

www.hardangerfjord.com

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Norheimsund

47 47 98 39

Hardanger Feriesenter

Norheimsund

Hardanger Fjordhytter

Øystese

* * 92 05 09 55 * * * * 56 55 51 80 *

Hardanger Fjordreiser AS

Steinstø

90 71 96 40

Hardangerfjord Hotel

Øystese

Hardingasete

Ljones

HAUST

Ytre Ålvik

56 55 63 00 * * 90 01 90 20 * * 47 03 28 85

Henrik Steine AS

Norheimsund

56 55 20 85

D6

Hjartnes Sjøhus

Tørvikbygd Norheimsund

91 87 85 42 * 95 13 13 49 *

E7

Jødne Feriehus

D7

44

Kunsthuset Kabuso/ Ingebrigt Vik museum

Øystese

56 55 39 00

D7

4, 40

Mo Gardsferie

Øystese

44, 48

Øystese

97 01 85 64 * 99 31 93 93 *

D7

Naustferie

D7

44, 48

Nestunet

Omastrand

F6

44

Oddland Camping

Norheimsund

99 15 21 95 * 90 79 55 52 *

D7

44, 46

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Hardanger Fartøyvernsenter

Map

Telephone

Transport

Place

Activities

Name

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44, 102

E7

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Omaeple

Omastrand

99 45 96 94

F6

43

Sjuseter Hytter

Øystese

D7

44, 48

D7

44, 48

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Sjøtunet

Øystese

92 01 89 12 * 97 03 95 91 *

Sparebanken Vest

Norheimsund

05555

D7

Steinstø Fruktgard

Steinstø

41, 45

Norheimsund

D7

44, 47

Vetlemyrane

Øystese

99 69 15 27 * * * 56 55 20 88 * * 95 13 13 58 *

D7

Thon Hotel Sandven

D7

45, 48

Vågen Rom og Hytteutleige

Norheimsund

D7

45, 48

Øystese Mek. Verkstad AS

Øystese

56 55 25 21 * 56 55 03 00 *

* * D7

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ODDA Berg-Hansen Arriva AS

Odda

53 65 04 50

G9

Hardanger Hotel

Odda

G9

58, 59

Hardanger Opplevelse/ Odda Camping

Odda

53 64 64 64 * * 41 32 16 10 * 94 14 12 79 *

G9

56, 59

Hildal Camping

Odda

58

Røldal

Norsk Vasskraft- og Industristadmuseum

Tyssedal

53 64 50 36 * 93 45 02 93 * * 53 65 00 50

G9

Hordatun Hotel

Odda Hytte & Gjestegård

Odda

Røldal Booking

Røldal

91 88 27 80 * 95 85 05 00 *

Røldal Skisenter

Røldal

53 65 48 00

Stana Gard

Tyssedal

Trolltunga Active

Tyssedal

90 04 26 58 * 90 82 45 72

Trolltunga Hotell

Odda

Tyssedal Hotel

Tyssedal

I 10 58, 60 *

F9

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G9 I 10 58, 60 *

* 40 00 44 86 * * * 53 64 00 00 * *

I 10

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F9

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F9

55, 59

G9

58, 59

F9

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Map

Transport

ULLENSVANG

Shopping/ Traditions

Telephone

Activities

Place

Cafe/ Restaurant

Name

Accommodation

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Agahytter

Nå

91 31 18 57 *

D9

Agatunet

Nå

47 47 98 84

*

D9

69, 70 64, 4

Bleietunet

Nå

91 17 97 95

*

D9

66, 69

Bråvoll Camping

Kinsarvik

53 66 35 10 *

D 10

69

Eikhamrane Camping

Eikhamrane

94 82 32 31

F9

69

Halldor Utne Esso

Kinsarvik

53 66 32 26

Hardanger Cideri

Jåstad

91 72 21 84

Hardanger folkemuseum

Utne

47 47 98 84

Hardanger harmoni fjordhus

Indre Bleie

Hardanger Vandrarheim

Lofthus

91 17 97 95 * 53 67 14 00 *

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D9

68

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C9

64, 4

Hardangertun Hytter Kinsarvik & Familiepark AS (Mikkelparken)

53 67 13 13

Hotel Ullensvang

Lofthus

Kinsarvik Camping

Kinsarvik

53 67 00 00 * * 53 66 32 90 * 53 66 74 00 * * 53 66 66 50 *

Kinsarvik Fjordhotel

Kinsarvik

Lothe Camping og Badeplass

Lothe

Ringøy camping

Ringøy

Ringøy Stovetun

Ringøy

Ullensvang Gjesteheim

Lofthus

Utne Hotel

Utne

Van der Tuuk Reise- og Guideservice

Lofthus

D 10

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66,69 69, 71

D 10 66, 69, 71

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97 78 17 37 90 27 90 41 * 53 66 30 19 90 62 57 64 * 53 66 12 36 * 53 66 64 00 * * 53 66 11 50

E9 D9

D9

2, 68

D 10 69, 71 D 10 C9

69 69, 71

C 10 C 10

*

D9

69

C9

68, 70

D9

68

ULVIK B 11 78, 102

Brakanes Hotel

Ulvik

Hardanger Basecamp

Osa

Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk

Ulvik

56 52 61 05 * * 91 18 82 37 * * * 90 12 28 35 *

Hardanger Skipsservice AS

Ulvik

56 52 61 05

*

Hjadlane Galleri

Osa

48 12 96 69

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Olav H. Hauge-senteret

Ulvik

56 52 70 70

*

Ulvik Hotel

Ulvik Ulvik

Syse Gard

Ulvik

Ulvik Fjord Pensjonat

Ulvik

56 52 62 00 * * 56 52 63 05 * 56 52 60 01 * * 56 52 61 70 * *

B 11 78, 102

Strand Fjord Hotel

Ulvik Frukt & Cideri

Ulvik

91 10 22 15

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B 11 74, 79

Øydve Gardsturisme

Ulvik

95 99 35 16

* *

B 11 77, 78

B 11 75, 80 B 11 74, 79 * B 11 B 11

78 75

B 11 75, 77 B 11 78, 80 B 11 74, 79 B 11

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HORDALAND FYLKE/ COUNTY/ GEMEINDE Fjordcharter Norway AS

Haus

56 39 10 20

*

*

89

Norled AS

Bergen

51 86 87 00

*

*

89

www.hardangerfjord.com

EVENTS

FEBRUARY

Expedition Amundsen, Eidfjord - 100 km on skiis with sledge in memory of Amundsen crossing the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. www.xtremeidfjord.no Winter festival in Sysendalen, Eidfjord A winter festival in the spirit of Amundsen. www.vøtrafestivalen.no Season opening Hardangervidda Natursenter Eidfjord www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no Tjoaminne race. Røldal Ski Centre. www.roldalnedopp.no Røldal Down Up. Røldal Ski Centre. www.roldalnedopp.no Norwegian Freeride Championship, juniors. Røldal Ski Centre. www.roldalfreeride.no Røldal Freeride Challenge, Røldal Ski Centre. www.roldalfreeride.no Season starts, Hardanger folkemuseum, Utne www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no

C 12

Blossoming festival, Kinsarvik Folk dance music. www.hardangertun.no Season starts, Hardanger fartøyvernsenter, Norheimsund. www.fartoyvern.no Hardanger Music Festival, Ullensvang, Eidfjord og Odda International classic music festival. www.hardangermusikkfest.no Village day in Jondal www.visitjondal.no The cider is ready! Ulvik www.siderruta.no Blømingsmile, Lofthus 10 km Run from Lofthus til Kinsarvik. www.ilharding.no Opening of the art trails ”Between Heaven and Fjord” 23.05 Bu (C 10) and Utne (C 9), 24.05 Mælen (D 8) and Norheimsund (D 7).

Around Herand Road/cross country run. www.herand.no Tour des Fjords, Ulvik Finish line of todays bikerace www.tourdesfjords.no Season starts, Agatunet at Aga www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no

D 10

30.05-30.08

Munch at Kabuso, Øystese Graphic works of Edvard Munch www.kabuso.no

D7

12.06-14.06

D7 Hardingtonar, Norheimsund Music festival - Geirr Tveitt in focus. (p.97) www.hardingtonar.no

26.02-01.03

28.02

MARCH

28.03

APRIL

11.04 11.04-12.04 17.04-19.04

23.04-26.04

MAY

03.05

08.05-10.05

10.05 21.05-25.05

23.05 23.05 23.05

23.05, 24.05

25.05

28.05

30.05

JUNE Foto: Risemål Hardanger Fjord

C 12

C 12

I 10 I 10 I 10

I 10 C9

D7

E7 B 11 D9

D8

B 11

C9

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EVENTS 12.06-14.06

13.06

19.06-21.06

19.06-21.06

Season starts, Skredhaugen, Lofthus www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no Kinck days, Strandebarm Culture and entertainment. www.kinckhuset.no Bygdalarm, Øystese Norwegian Festival of the Year 2011! www.bygdalarm.no Pilegrim weekend in Røldal Concerts, seminars etc.

Tel. 53 64 71 40 Ulvik summer festival, Ulvik Activities for the whole family. www.fiskefestival.no Kvasshovden Opp, Ulvik Uphill race. www.kvasshovdenopp.no Sweet cherry festival, Lofthus www.morellfestivalen.no

D9

31.07

Eidfjord Minithriatlon, Eidfjord 1/10 of NorsemanXtreme Triathlon. www.eidfjordil.no

C 12

31.07-02.08

Peace symposium at The Hardanger Academy, Jondal www.hardangerakademiet.no Norseman Xtreme Triathlon, Eidfjord The hardest triathlon in the world. www.nxtri.com Hike to Hårteigen at Hardangervidda Contact Thomas Varberg www.visiteidfjord.no Bike race Voss-Geilo - via the Hardanger bridge and Eidfjord. www.vossgeilo.no

E7

21.06

26.06-28.06

JULY

03.07-05.07

03.07-05.07

10.07-12.07

18.07

23.07-26.07

AUGUST

01.08

07.08-09.08

15.08

23.08

29.08

SEPTEMBER

05.09 05.09

Foto: Elisabeth Emmerhoff

Hardanger Wooden Boat Festival, D 7 Norheimsund Main wooden boat festival in Fjord Norway. www.trebaat.no Skredløpet, Nå Cross country run E 9 Children 5 km, adults 8,3 km. www.ilsolnut.com C 12 Eidfjord småbanecup, Eidfjord Football tournament for kids. www.smaabanecup.no I 10 Røldal Market, Røldal One of the oldest marketplaces in Norway. www.roldalsmarknaden.no

E6

D7

I 10

B 11

B 11

D9

C 12

C9 Poetry day, Hardanger folkemuseum, Utne www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no B 11 Book market, Ulvik New and second hand books. www.visitulvik.no C9 Setehaug opp, Utne. Uphill race. www.visitullensvang.no Hardangervidda Marathon, C 12 Eidfjord A different 42,195 meters. www.xtremeidfjord.no

www.hardangerfjord.com

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12.09

13.09 17.09-20.09

OCTOBER

C9 G9

03.10

Autumn market in Herand www.herand.no Market day and flea market, Ulvik www.visitulvik.no Fruktsleppet 2015, Ulvik Fruit festival. www.siderruta.no The litterature festival of Odda, Odda Litterature festival. www.litteratursymposiet.no Hardanger- frukt og siderfestival www.siderfastival.no Hardanger Food Festival, Eidfjord Local cuisine, art and culture. www.hardanger-matkulturfestival.no Rakfisk Festival, Eidfjord Competition, Hardanger’s best rakafisk (partially fermented fish). www.hardangerviddanatursenter.no Christmas market at Lofthus Food, arts and crafts for sale.

Tel. 90 79 31 57 Christmas market at Nå.

Food, arts and crafts for sale.

Tel. 90 62 64 92

07.10-11.10

09.10-11.10 16.10-18.10

28.11

28.11-05.12

Foto: Turid Alice Skjervheim

D9

C9 Hardanger Embroidery Course Lessons in Norwegian www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no

03.10-04.10

DECEMBER

D7

02.10-04.10

03.10

NOVEMBER

Market day, Norheimsund Open air market in Norheimsund centre. Tel. 95 24 82 04 Munketreppene Opp, Lofthus Uphill race. www.munketreppene.no Open day at Hardanger folkemuseum, Utne www.hardangerogvossmuseum.no Blues weekend Lokst Utøve, Odda Concerts. www.oddablues.no

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TRANSPORT TO HARDANGER Trondheim Kristiansund Molde

Ålesund Florø

Bergen

Voss Hardanger Geilo

Oslo

Haugesund Stavanger

Sandefjord

Egersund Langesund Larvik

Strömstad

Kristiansand

Hirtshals Hanstholm

Frederikshavn København

Information on toll road payment: www.autopass.no

TRAIN

The Bergensbana line runs between Oslo and Bergen. www.nsb.no.

There are bus services from Bergen, Voss and Geilo to Hardanger. www.skyss.no Tel. +47 55 55 90 70.

BUS

From Bergen, Voss and local routes in Hardanger. www.skyss.no Tel. +47 55 55 90 70.

NOR-WAY express bus. Routes from Oslo, Sandefjord, Larvik, Kristiansand Haugesund and more. www.nor-way.no Tel. +47 815 44 444.

BOAT

Hardangerfjordekspressen, Bergen-Rosendal Fjord Line Color Line DFDS SEAWAYS Stena Line

AIR

Nearest airports are at Bergen and Haugesund. Bergen (BGO) and Haugesund (HAU) have 49 direct international routes.

Direct routes to Bergen: www.avinor.no/en/airport/bergen/timetables Direct to Haugesund: www.avinor.no/en/airport/haugesund/timetables

www.rodne.no www.fjordline.no www.colorline.no www.dfdsseaways.no www.stenaline.no

BRAKANES HOTEL (B 11)

BRAKANES HOTEL Ulvik i Hardanger brakanes@bhghardanger.no | T: +47 56 52 61 05

OPPHEIM HOTEL & RESORT Oppheim ved Voss booking@oppheimresort.no | T: +47 56 52 25 00

ULVIK HOTEL Ulvik i Hardanger ulvik@bhghardanger.no | T: +47 56 52 62 00

HARDANGERFJORD HOTEL (D 7)

www.brakanes-group.no

- it’s truly an experience!

Welcome to an unforgettable stay in beautiful Hardanger, with a wide range of summer activities.

HARDANGERFJORD HOTEL Øystese i Hardanger hardangerfjord@bhghardanger.no | T: +47 56 55 63 00