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Hardangerfjord hiking highlights

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Hiking categories Colour code

Suitability and equipment

Ascent and length

No special skills required

< 300 meters < 5 km

Some hiking experience Medium fitness level

< 600 meters < 10 km

Experienced hikers Good fitness level Sturdy hiking boots and proper hiking equipment Familiar with map and compass

< 1,000 meters < 20 km

Experienced mountain hikers Very good fitness level Sturdy hiking boots and proper hiking equipment Familiar with map and compass

no maximum ascent or length

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The mountain code #1 Plan your trip, and inform others about the route you have selected. #2 Adapt the planned routes according to ability and conditions. #3 Pay attention to the weather and avalanche warnings. #4 Be prepared for bad weather and frost, even on short trips. #5 Bring necessary equipment so you can help yourself and others. #6 Choose safe routes. Recognize avalanche terrain and unsafe ice. #7 Use a map and compass. Always know where you are. #8 Do not be ashamed to turn around. #9 Conserve your energy, and seek shelter if necessary.

Always check the weather forecast at yr.no or storm.no before starting to hike.

All maps indicate hiking routes and are only made for planning purposes. For hiking in the wilderness we recommend buying proper hiking maps available at the local tourist informations.

Hiking involves risks and responsibilities. Hikers are responsible for their own safety at all times.

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Destination Hardanger Fjord cannot accept responsibility for any errors, omissions or alternations.

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Ulvik in spring. ŠReinhold Kager

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Lake Movatnet

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- an easy walk from Steinsdalsfossen waterfall

Lake Movatnet and Steinsdalsfossen seen from east, the trail is on the right hand side. ©Reidun Braut Kjosås

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Starting point: Steinsdalsfossen waterfall Parking: Along route 7 at Easy Steinsdalsfossen waterfall Parking fee: free Length: 2.5 km (one way) Total ascent: 10 meters Total walking time: 45 min (one way) Season (average year): April - October About the trail: From the shops at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, walk 60 meters towards Rosseland, and turn right following the road signposted “Fjærabygda”. Follow the road and path to Sundsvik. Keep the gates along the way closed. You may also continue all the way to Norheimsund, and come back along route 7.

Walking behind Steinsdalsfossen waterfall. © Bjørn Andresen/Statens vegvesen

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Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no

From Fitjadalen to Breidablik

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About the trail: Hike along the road from the parking lot.

Turn right at the river Kjølo. Follow the T-marked path through the forest to Håsete.

Steady climb all the way along T-marked trails. From Håsete, keep to the left.

At about 1,000 meters above sea level, keep to the left at the crossing, and then pass two lakes. Slippery when wet. Sturdy hiking boots required. This is a challenging hike, prepare well.

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Starting point: Fetet, at the northern tip of Lake Fitjadalsvatnet. Drive up from Challenging route 7 in Øystese. Follow signs to Fitjadalen.

Parking: At Fetet Parking fee: free Length: 6 km (one way) Total ascent: 900 meters Total walking time: 3-4 hours (one way) Season (average year): June - September

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Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no 7

Around Lake Fitjadalsvatnet

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Parking at the southern end of Lake Fitjadalsvatnet © Hege Grane Hisdal

Starting point: Drive up from route 7 in Øystese. Follow signs to Fitjadalen. Start the Easy hike at the southern end of Lake Fitjadalsvatnet, or at the northern end at Fetet (see map).

Parking: At the starting points Parking fee: free Length: 5 km Total ascent: 75 meters Total walking time: 2 hours Season (average year): May - October About the trail: Marked hiking trail around the lake.

Passing several old summer pasture farms.

Idyllic views. Nice opportunities to enjoy a picnic. Some wet parts. The trail is marked “Sogestien”.

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Follow the signs to Fitjadalen © Hege Grane Hisdal

Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no

Melstveit

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Starting point: Above Rykkje.

Leave route 7 at Rykkje and drive about 1.8 km, passing the Easy farms at Rykkje.

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Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no 9

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About the trail: Different options for a circular hike are available. Start at Steinstø, walking through Steinstø farm and the orchards for a steep walk up to Bjørke. Then walk on a road and a forest path to Bjørkeveten which offers excellent views of the Hardangerfjord. Partly wet. Passing farms and summer pasture farms on the way.

Park at Steinstø quay. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no

Kvanndalsstølen

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Starting point: Kvanndal Parking: Kvanndal quay Parking fee: free Challenging Length: 4 km (one way) Total ascent: 560 meters Total walking time: 2 hours (one way) Season (average year): June - September

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About the trail: Walk north at Kvanndalsvegen from the quay passing private houses to reach the trail.

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Tourist information: Kvam tourist information, at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall: +47 56 55 31 84, info@visitkvam.no Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org 11

Mt Oksen

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Starting point: Tjoflot. Drive from route 572 on the Ulvik side of the Hardanger bridge onto Challenging road 302 for Tjoflot. Drive to the end of the road 302.

Parking: By the end of the road at Tjoflot.

Parking fee: NOK 50 (cash payment) Length: 6 km one way Total ascent: 1,000 meters Total walking time: 3-4 hours one way Season (average year): June - September

About the trail: Very demanding hike and partly steep.

Be aware of steep cliffs. Very beautiful and rewarding views on the top and on the way. You pass Vindhovden summer pasture farm on the way. This is a challenging hike requiring sturdy hiking boots and proper hiking equipment. In spring time, Oksen is also popular for skiing. One has to be extremely cautious with the steep cliffs.

Evening view towards west at Vindhovden summer pasture farm. ©Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org

Mt Kvasshovden

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About the trail: bre de n i Walk from Ulvik centre towards the camping L site, up past Skeie. Follow the yellow circular sign past ”Daudebakken” through a farm yard, onto a paved road past Spånheim, then a gravel path for a while, before a forest trail to Børsheim. You will pass several spring and summer pasture farms. On the way, you will find poems by Olav H. Hauge (in Norwegian).

Partly steep. At some places there are ropes that can be used to pass difficult areas.

The trail is used for the annual and very popular uphill running competition called “Kvasshovden opp” in mid-July. The view from the top is more than breathtaking!

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Follow the signs, keep left here. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org 13

Pond Frystetjørn

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- a lovely walk through the forest

At lake Frystetjørn. ©Steinar Bergo

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Starting point: Hardanger Gjestehus in Ulvik or halfway up to the lake at the forest road Medium (see map).

Parking: at the starting points Parking fee: free Length: 5 km (from the forest Challenging road), 13 km (From Ulvik).

Total ascent: 230 meters (from the forest road), 500 meters (from Ulvik).

Total walking time: 2 hours (from the forest road), 5 hours (from Ulvik centre).

Season (average year): May – September About the trail: Gravel road up to Fryste (limited parking capacity at end of road), well marked foot path. The circular walk is recommended in order to see a different landscape on the way back, with a beautiful view over the centre of Ulvik. Always remember to leave the gates just as you found them - closed or open. This is a lovely walk through the forest, and at the end of the trail you may sit down and enjoy the quiet lake. Bring a thermos flask of coffee and some fruit, and you will experience the joy of this tranquil place.

Follow Vambheimsvegen road just after Hardanger Gjestehus. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org

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Aurdal Starting point: From route About the trail: 572 along Solsævegen road or A quiet walk along the lake. Sturdy Tjørnåni (halfway to the lake, mountain boots are not necessary for Medium see map). this trail. Enjoy the closeness to the Parking: at the starting points wilderness. Quite flat and easy walk along Parking fee: free a gravel road. Always make sure that you Length: up to 7 km, from route 572 (one way) leave the gates as you found them - open Total ascent: 100 meters or closed.

Total walking time: 2 hours (one way) Season (average year): June – October

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Parking next to Solsævegen. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org 15

Jonstøl

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Starting point: Tunheim (see map) Parking: Tunheim Medium Parking fee: free Length: 4 km (one way) Total ascent: 500 meters Total walking time: 2 hours (one way) Season (average year): June – September About the trail: There are steep parts on the trail. Jonstøl is the summer farm for several farms. As a general rule, the mountain farms were in use from Midsummer (24th June) until a week before Michaelmas (29th September).

Jonstøl was used as a mountain farm in the traditional way until 1952. Today mainly sheep are taken up the mountainous area to graze during the summer. The farmers visit Jonstøl several times to look after their animals.

Parking at Tunheim. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org

Åsen

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- forest, farms and fjords

View towards south from Åsen. ©Indre Larssen

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About the trail: A walk around the peninsula of Åsen on well marked gravel and forest paths. One of the easy walks in Ulvik – only the first part is steep. Follow the road from the parking area towards Hjeltnes. After 200 meters, follow the sign into the woods. Lovely views over Ulvikfjorden and Osafjorden along the circular walk.

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Starting point: Holmen Parking: At Holmen next to the sports ground.

Easy Parking fee: free Length: 5.5 km Total ascent: 70 meters Total walking time: 2-3 hours Season (average year): April – October

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Birgjefletene Parking near the sports ground. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org 17

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- hiking to a summer pasture farm

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Starting point: Osa Parking: Osa, near the fjord or at Hjadlane.

Challenging Parking fee: free Length: 6 km (one way) Total ascent: 600 meters Total walking time: 4-6 hours Season (average year): June – October About the trail: Ossete means “summerfarm for Osa”.

Challenging walk, steep but rewarding.

Marked trail from Osa through Norddalen (the north valley). Some very steep parts, slippery when wet. Breathtaking views down the valley, with the waterfalls and the wild river. The summer farms are situated by a quiet river and a small lake. You should wear sturdy mountain boots. While in Osa, you may also visit the art gallery Hjadlane galleri and the Osa café.

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Tourist information: Ulvik tourist information: +47 56 52 62 80, ulvikturist@ulvik.org tdø

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Kjeåsen and Simadal

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- a steep challenge and an easy hike

The view from Kjeåsen mountain farm ©Jannicke Olsen

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SIMADAL (means Sima valley) Length: up to 6 km (one Easy way) Total ascent: up to 250 16 meters Total walking time: up to 4 hours Season (average year): April - November About the trail: This is an easy hike through an impressive valley. In the beginning, it follows the path along the river, then it continues on a small paved road, followed by a gravel road. There is very little traffic on the road.

In the spring, the Skytjefossen waterfall can be a magnificent sight! You may take a shorter walk on the road – even a 1 hour walk will be pleasant.

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KJEÅSEN MOUNTAIN FARM Length: 2 km (one way) Total ascent: 550 meters Expert Total walking time: 3-4 hours Season (average year): May 15 – October About the trail: The hike to Kjeåsen mountain farm is very steep. Ropes and ladders on parts of the trail.

Do NOT hike when the trail is wet or covered with snow or ice. Some parts are slippery, and this hike requires hiking boots and great caution. Be aware of steep cliffs. Great views along the trail and from Kjeåsen.

Erres

Storefossgila

Starting point: both hikes start at Sima powerplant, 6.5 km from the centre of Eidfjord.

Parking: Sima powerplant Parking fee: free

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Ropes and logs along the Kjeåsen trail. ©Marit Stadheim

Tourist information: Eidfjord tourist information: +47 53 67 34 00, turistinfo@visiteifjord.no 19

Hæreid

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- idyllic panoramic walk

Information board at Hodna. ©Heidi Kvamsdal

Vindoksla

Simadal

922

Ørnagila

Eidfjord Menes

Hæreid

Hodna

Vik

Starting point: Eidfjord centre Parking: Eidfjord centre Parking fee: free Length: 6 km Total ascent: 100 meters Total walking time: 1.5 - 2 hours Season (average year): All year

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About the trail: Walk from the centre of Eidfjord over the bridge, along the river Eio up to the nice, sandy beach at Lake Eidfjordvatnet.

At the top of Hæreid, you will find the largest gravesite in Western Norway with approximately 400 smaller and bigger graves from the Iron Age and the Viking Age. From Hodna there is a great view overlooking Eidfjord.

Djupedal

Lægreid Eidfjordvatnet

Tråa

Hjellerud 7

Solaskora

At Hæreid ©Marit Stadheim

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Easy

Måbødalen / Vøringsfossen waterfall 0

Walking along the river Eio. ©Heidi Kvamsdal

200

400 m

One of the burial mounds at Hæreid. ©Lisbeth Bygstad Celik

Tourist information: Eidfjord tourist information: +47 53 67 34 00, turistinfo@visiteifjord.no

Vøringsfossen waterfall

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- spectacular canyon hike

Down in the canyon. ©Kristoffer Fürstenberg 0

Starting point: At Storegjel in Måbødalen, about 15 km from the centre of Eidfjord along Challenging route 7 at the upper end of the Måbø tunnel.

Parking: Parking at Storegjel or 2 km further up at Fossatromma, then walk down the old road to Storegjel.

Parking fee: free Length: 2 km (one way) Total ascent: 100 meters Total walking time: 2 hours (when starting at Storegjel) Season (average year): May/June – October (Do not hike when there is snow)

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About the trail: Follow the old road for about 300 meters down from Storegjel. The trail is signposted “Vøringsfossen” where the descent into the canyon starts. Crossing areas with large rocks on the way, some parts might be wet and slippery, be careful. Sturdy hiking boots are necessary. Crossing the river Bjoreio on a suspension bridge. At the end, feel the power of Vøringsfossen waterfall falling 182 meters down from the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. The trail was established in 1872 for tourists to see Vøringsfossen. Fossli Hotel at the top of Vøringsfossen was built in 1891.

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Hardangervidda / Geilo

Parking at Fossatromma. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

Near the Vøringsfossen waterfall. ©Kristoffer Fürstenberg

Eidfjord kommune

Vørings- Midtbø Fossatromma fossen

Parking at Storegjel. ©Hege Grane Hisdal

Tourist information: Eidfjord tourist information: +47 53 67 34 00, turistinfo@visiteifjord.no 21

7

Vivelid – Såtefjell

- hiking into Hardangervidda National Park

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Starting point: Hjølmaberget, turning off from route 7 in Øvre Eidfjord towards Hjølmo. Only Valursfossen Challenging private cars may drive up to Vetlasåta Hjølmaberget. The road up to Storoksla Hjølmaberget is a 10 km long narrow, steep Flatarehaug 1155 1145 and winding gravel road for experienced Storasåta drivers. Øyna FljotdalsVivehalsane Parking: Åsdalen or Hjølmaberget 1150 Lomatjørn Parking fee: free Viveli fjellet Length: 10 km (round-trip from 33 KvassHjølmaberget) o Skrubbhovden Viv Total ascent: 300 meters hamrane Total walking time: 4 hours 1054 0 300 600 900 Rundenuten Season (average year): June – September m 990

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About the trail: Follow the T-marked trail to Vivelid, then to Fljotdal, and return over Såtefjell (close to Storesåta and Vetlesåta) to Hjølmaberget. You may stop at Vivelid mountain lodge for a meal and a cup of coffee during their opening season.

Impressive views from Mt Såtefjell (Storesåta and Vetlesåta) over mountains, fjords and glaciers. A shorter and easier alternative is to return directly from Vivelid mountain lodge.

Fljotdal

Eidfjord kommune 22

Tourist information: Eidfjord tourist information: +47 53 67 34 00, turistinfo@visiteifjord.no

Trondsbu – Stigstuv

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- excellent hike with kids into Hardangervidda National Park

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Starting point: Drive 12 km southwards from route 7 at Tråstølen. Start from the Medium northern tip of Lake Tinnhølen.

Parking: At Tinnhølen close to Trondsbu mountain lodge.

Parking fee: free parking, NOK 100 toll road (cash and card payment).

Length: 6.5 km (one way) Total ascent: 100 meters Total walking time: 4 hours Season (average year): July – August

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About the trail: Walk along the road at Tinnhølen for some hundred meters, then follow the T-marked trail to Stigstuv. Relatively easy hike through high mountains, well suited for families with kids. Always check the weather forecast before hiking in the high mountains. Both Trondsbu mountain lodge and Stigstuv mountain lodge offer meals. Please check opening hours with the tourist information in Eidfjord.

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At Stigstuv mountain lodge. ©Stigstuv Turisthytta

Eidfjord kommune

Tourist information: Eidfjord tourist information: +47 53 67 34 00, turistinfo@visiteifjord.no 23

Mt Samlen and the cultural trail in Herand

- Summit hike and historic walk in Herand

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Arneneset Åslii

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Bakken 585

Grimsdalen

550

21 626

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Åsmyri

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Midsummer late evening view from Mt Samlen. ©Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway

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600 m

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MT SAMLEN Starting point: Åsleite, 4.6 km north of the centre of Challenging Herand along route 550.

Parking: Along the road or 21 a slightly further south on the highest point of the road.

Parking fee: free Length: 5 km Total ascent: 470 meters Total walking time: 3 hours Season (average year): May - November

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Along the cultural trail. ©Juklafjord

About the trail: The view at the top is spectacular, but it takes some effort to get there. Partly very steep, including a ladder and some rocky and wet parts. This is a perfect challenge for an evening hike in the summer.

CULTURAL TRAIL IN HERAND Starting point: 200 meters north of the centre of Herand.

Parking: parking lot near the old sawmill (oppgangssaga).

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Parking fee: free Length: 3 km Total ascent: 140 meters Total walking time: 1.5 hours Season (average year): All year (except when there is snow and ice).

About the trail: From the parking place, pass the bridge, continue on a gravel road through a farm yard, then you are on the marked trail. Along the route there are several information boards. Interesting geology and flora. Some steep parts have stairs. Along the trail, there are benches for breaks.

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no

Hereiane

23

- a unique, rocky landscape

View from the top of Hereiane. ©Sveinung Selsvik

Ravnaberg

Sævarhagen

Starting point: 100 meters north of the picnic area at Hereiane, 3 km south of Herand Medium along route 550.

Parking: At the picnic area and restrooms – a project by National Tourist Routes.

Parking fee: free Length: 5 km Total ascent: 370 meters Total walking time: 3 hours Season (average year): May - October

Herand Lindviki

179

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Hustangen

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182

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550

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View to the north from Haugsvarden with Herand and Mt Samlen© Sveinung Selsvik

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About the trail: Most of the hike takes place on bare rock, so it might be slippery when wet. Excellent views on the way up. The last part at the top goes through forests with small lakes and marshes.

From Haugsvarden you can see down to Herand.

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The restrooms at Hereiane, where you can park. ©Steinar Smith

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no 25

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The river path

24

- idyllic walk along Jondalselvi in the centre of Jondal

The path goes along the river Jondalselvi. ©Steinar Smith

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Jondal tourist information, Juklafjord. © Folgefonna Ecotourism

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About the trail: An easy walk on paved and well kept gravel roads. Suitable for prams and wheelchairs.

Benches along the route. Crosses the river twice, on a pedestrian bridge and on the road 550. Well marked walking route.

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Starting point: Juklafjord, the tourist information in Jondal.

Parking: Jondal centre Parking fee: free Length: 2 km Total ascent: 15 meters Total walking time: 1 hour Season (average year): All year

Jondal seen from south. ©Hans Jørgen Andersen

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no

Fjellstøl and Mt Vikanuten

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- a great hike in fine weather overlooking the Hardangerfjord

The farmhouses and the view from Fjellstøl. ©Sveinung Selsvik

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Herand / Utne

Starting point: Sætveit, 1 km south of Jondal centre.

Parking: At Sætveit, maximum Expert 5 cars.

Parking fee: free Length: 8 km Total ascent: 1,000 meters Total walking time: 5 hours Season (average year): June - October

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Sætveithagen A steep hike through the forest. ©Steinar Smith

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The view from Vikanuten. ©Steinar Smith

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Folgefonna glacier

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About the trail: The trail starts with a 1,000 meters ascent without any flat part towards Vikanuten. The first part goes through a forest with old spruce.

The views from the top are quite amazing.

When continuing towards Fjellstøl, the landscape is open and mountainous with some small lakes. Fjellstøl is an old summer pasture farm with several small farmhouses. The path returning to Sætveit is well maintained. Choose a day with nice weather for this hike. If the weather is not so nice, just hike directly up to Fjellstøl and down the same way.

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Vassvikenuten Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no 27

Torsnesstølen/Fjelltveit

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- hike to the summer farm houses at the end of Lake Torsnesvatnet

The farmhouses at Torsnesstølen ©Sveinung Selsvik

Tungenuten

Vassvikenuten

Øydjorda

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38

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Lake Torsnesvatnet seen towards west from Torsnesstølen. ©Steinar Smith

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Kvanndalsnuten TorsnesKvanndal

Starting point: Drive to Torsnes, 7 km south of Jondal centre. Then continue up to the Medium end of a local road (see map).

Parking: At the end of the local road passing Stølheim/Mjøsstølen.

Parking fee: free, toll road NOK 50 (cash) Length: 4 km (one way) Total ascent: 80 meters Total walking time: 3 hours Season (average year): May - November About the trail: Hiking through a lush landscape on the northern side of Lake Torsnesvatnet. There are many summer farm houses and cabins at Torsnesstølen at the eastern end of the lake.

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no

Botsvatnlia and Mt Jonstein

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- a varied and challenging hike

From Buførevegen with Lake Botsvatnet behind. ©Steinar Smith

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About the trail: Kaprebakkane Follow Lake Botsvatnet on the eastern side Jammerdal across the marshes along the path, and cross the creek on the bridge. When approaching bøelvi Bratta the summer pasture farm, follow the signs Jondal “Buførevegen” up the hill. The stone steps 565 are made by Sherpas from Nepal. Follow Kvannhaugen Buførevegen along the cairns (stone markers) about halfway to Mt Jonstein. A signpost shows the direction to Mt Jonstein, but the path is unmarked. Great views in all directions from the summit at 1,344 meters above sea level. The return path down to Lake Botsvatn is marked with red T-marks and is rather steep. Be careful when walking.

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ken Middagsnuten Starting point: Drive from Jondal towards Krossdalen.

Slåsete Keep left after 10 km. Continue 4 Challenging km to the starting point at lake Botsvatnet.

Parking: At lake Botsvatnet Parking fee: free, toll road NOK 100 (payment by credit card) Dåren Length: 8 km Skoltane Total ascent: 700 meters 942 Total walking time: 4 hours Season (average year): July - October

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The summer pasture farm at Lake Botsvatn. ©Sveinung Selsvik

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no 29

Mt Saksaklepp

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- the highest peak in Jondal at 1,491 m

On the way towards Mt Bjødnafetet. The dam with the car park on the right side. ©Sveinung Selsvik

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At the top of Mt Saksaklepp. ©Steinar Smith

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Starting point: Drive from Jondal towards Krossdalen.

Keep right after 10 km towards Challenging Folgefonna glacier. Continue 6 km, then turn left to the starting point at Dravladalsdammen.

Parking: At Dravladalsdammen (which is a dam for hydroelectric power production).

Parking fee: free, toll road NOK 100 (payment by credit card) Length: 4 km (one way) Total ascent: 650 meters Total walking time: 5 hours Season (average year): July - October About the trail: Hike along the top of the dam, and then a rather steep ascent up towards Mt Bjødnafetet. Beautiful view of Folgefonna glacier to the south from the cabin at Mt Bjødnafetet. There may be snow all year on the path between Mt Bjødnafetet and Mt Saksaklepp.

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Mt Bjødnafetet (left) and Mt Saksaklepp (right) seen from FONNA Glacier Ski Resort. ©Sveinung Selsvik

Tourist information: Jondal tourist information: +47 95 11 77 92, post@visitjondal.no

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Guided glacier hike - into Folgefonna National Park

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About the trail: This is a daily guided tour at Folgefonna glacier, walking to the part called Juklavass glacier. Necessary equipment for the hike, like boots, crampons, harness, helmet, ice axe, is included. Rental clothing is available.

First part of the hike is a climb from 1,200 to 1,400 meters above sea level, where the views are great. Every day the routes are adapted to the guests’ wishes. You may try to climb into the blue crevasses or just walk on the glacier. Bring your own lunch and beverage.

Early in the season, parts of the glacier will be covered by snow. The tour must be booked at latest 6 pm the day before. More information at www.folgefonni-breforarlag.no

Heimstetjørni

1133

Ryggvatnet

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Starting point: Drive from Jondal towards Krossdalen.

Keep right after 10 km towards Medium Folgefonna glacier. Continue 8 km to the Folgefonna glacier.

Parking: Car park at FONNA Glacier Ski Resort Parking fee: free, toll road NOK 100 (payment by credit card) Length: 4 - 6 km Total ascent: 350 meters Total walking time: 4 hours Season (average year): June - September

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Starting point: Utne. You may also take the ferry from Kvanndal or Kinsarvik without Medium a car.

Parking: At the road crossing where route 550 from Jondal comes to Utne.

Parking fee: free Length: Røvhaug 3.5 km, Setehaug 2.5 km Total ascent: Røvhaug 650 meters, Setehaug 600 meters.

Total walking time: Røvhaug, 2 hours one way. Setehaug, 2 hours one way.

Season (average year): May - October About the trails: The hikes are described on an infoboard near Utne Hotel. The hikes are partly very steep, and slippery when wet.

Hiking to Røvhaug: Turn left at the church.

From route 550, cross Utneelvi creek and follow the road to the farm Reiseter. Continue on the trail through Reisetehagen towards Røvhaug.

Hiking to Setehaug: Turn left at Vassbakken from route 550 after the church, and continue on the trail towards Setehaug.

Parking at Utne. ©Kristine Hesthamar

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net

HM Queen Sonja’s panoramic hiking trail

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About the trail: HM Queen Sonja of Norway is a passionate mountain hiker, and this is one of her favorite hikes in the Hardangerfjord region. The hike is long and demanding with a steep descent towards Lofthus. You will walk through forests, high mountains and lush orchards.

Follow the dirt road from Røte up to Heng at 750 meters above sea level. From here the trail is marked with blue Ds (“Queen” in Norwegian is “Dronning”). The route down to Lofthus, including the “Monk steps”, is marked with red Ts.

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net 33

Husedalen valley

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Starting point: Follow the local road signposted Husedalen from Kinsarvik route 13 in the centre of Kinsarvik. po p i Parking: Near the go-kart circuit Challenging v i V and the shooting range, before Kinnalii crossing the river Vivippo. Turn back if you see 1304 766 the helicopter base on the right side.

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1152 After parking, hike along the gravel road to the first waterfall Tveitafossen. From here there are two options: 1) Follow a partly quite steep trail marked with red Ts, from behind the power station. May be slippery.

2) Follow a steep gravel road that ends before the third waterfall. Continue to the third and fourth waterfall on the T-marked trail. The gravel road is also a nice return path.

You may also start hiking in the centre of Kinsarvik, adding an extra 2 km each way.

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net

Elvadalen, Fruktstien and the Monk steps/Nosi

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net 35

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Starting point: Aga (or Reiseter) Parking: At the picnic area 500 Medium meters north of Agatunet Parking fee: free Length: 9 km (one way) Total ascent: 500 meters Total walking time: 4 hours (one way) Season (average year): June – October.

There is a risk of avalanches outside the season.

About the trail: When hiking from Agatunet, go south for about 200 meters, turn right and follow the road to Nyeslåtten. Interesting scenic and cultural landscape. From Reiseter, follow the local tarmac road 109 for 3.7 km down to Nå or arrange pick-up by private car. The road 109 is not suitable for larger vehicles.

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

Buførevegen

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About the trail: This is an historic route connecting Jondal and Krossdalen with Sørfjorden. A rough translation of Buførevegen is “the path to take the cattle and sheep into the mountains”.

There are beautiful views of Sørfjorden and the Folgefonna glacier. The hike takes you into the Folgefonna National Park. The trail has been restored with assistance from Sherpas from Nepal rebuilding the trail with stones. Infoboard at Reiseter. Partly steep. Do not continue to hike past the first stone cairn (markers) at Reisetereggje (at 1,200 meters above sea level) without a local guide. The terrain is difficult and challenging.

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Parking: Follow the local road Challenging 109 3.7 km from the crossing at route 550 by Nå Auto. Limited parking capacity at Reiseter. Only private cars may go all the way up. The road is narrow.

Alternative parking at Nå.

Parking fee: free Length: 6 km (one way) Total ascent: 900 meters Total walking time: 3 hours (one way) Season (average year): June – September.

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Tourist information: Ullensvang tourist information in Kinsarvik: +47 53 66 31 12, turistinfo@kinsarvik.net Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

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About the trail: Follow the road towards Skjeggedal on foot for 1.1 km, turn off the road in the hairpin turn. Then follow the well marked path up the mountain. The trail ends at the top of the pipeline to the power plant. From here, there are stunning views of the Folgefonna glacier and Sørfjorden.

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Parking fee: NOK 150 Length: 2 km (one way) Total ascent: 300 meters Total walking time: 2 hours Svelget Season (average year): April - October

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Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

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EVERY YEAR THERE ARE SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS FOR HIKERS IN SERIOUS TROUBLE. PREPARE WELL, AND BE A RESPONSIBLE AND SAFE HIKER! CONSIDER JOINING A GUIDED GROUP.

ABOUT HIKING TO TROLLTUNGA • The trail starts in Skjeggedal, 7 km from Tyssedal.

• This is a demanding hike. 23 km in total, minimum 10-12 hours.

Ascent about 1200 meters.

• The start is a steep 400 meter ascent.

• Start early in the morning. After 1 September, start before 8:00 AM. • 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.

• Intermittent mobile phone coverage along the trail (Telenor).

• The nature is vulnerable, and camping is not recommended. Bring an emergency bivvy in case of bad weather or injuries.

• The hike to Trolltunga is long and demanding and unforeseen situations may arise. Because of this, it is recommended to hike with a local guide.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO ODDA There are several good daily connections to/from Odda and Voss, Bergen, Stavanger and Oslo. National route planner on www.tidr.no Preikestolen: Trolltunga – Preikestolen express bus, see p.90 www.tide.no

TAKE WITH YOU ON THE HIKE • Sturdy mountain boots, warm clothing and rainwear, emergency bivvy, plenty to eat and drink, headlamp and a simple first aid kit.

• Bring back all garbage.

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The Trolltunga Shuttle: Odda – Skjeggedal NOK 150, Tyssedal – Skjeggedal NOK 100, see p.91

By Taxi: Odda Taxi, tel 53 64 14 44

turistkontor@odda.kommune.no www.visitodda.com

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no 39

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Starting point: Picnic area near Egne Hjem at Tokheim, 2 km north of Odda along route 550.

Expert Parking: at the starting point Parking fee: free Length: 7 km (one way) Total ascent: 1,600 meters Total walking time: 5 hours (one way) Season (average year): July – September.

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About the trail: Historic tourist route that was established in the late 19th century. At that time, the tourists were taken on horseback from Sundal on the other side up to the glacier, on sledge across the glacier, and on horseback down to Odda. Today, in July and August, it is still possible to do the same tour (without horses) with professional guides from Folgefonni Breførarlag (Folgefonni Glacier Team) when crossing the glacier.

The trail is quite steep. It is important to have good footwear, warm and windproof clothing, maps and a compass. The weather changes rapidly on the glacier, and it is often foggy.

On the glacier you can stay overnight at the summit cabin at Holmaskjer.

Infoboard at starting point. ©Jarle Nilssen

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

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Parking fee: free (may change) Length: 3 km (one way) Total ascent: 600 meters Total walking time: 4 hours Season (average year): end May – October.

About the trail: The last part of the trail is in steep terrain, and sturdy hiking boots are necessary. Do NOT go near the glacier. For guided tours on the glacier, contact the tourist information in Odda.

The Buer valley seen from above. ©Amy Henrickson.

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From the starting point of the hike. ©Amy Henrickson.

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no 41

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Starting point: From Hjøllo or Vasstun/Trolltunga Hotel.

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Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

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Husaskreda Vasstun Røldal /

Hovden Haugesund

Starting point to Rossnos. ©Jarle Nilssen

Expert

Kinn

Opo

Rødna

Odda kommune

500

ODDA

Klungersete

Starting point: Freim. Follow route 13 towards Tyssedal from Odda. 300 meters after the bridge over the Opo river, take the first road on the right, then first left up Freimsvegen.

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Parking: Park in the centre of Odda.

Parking fee: free (may change) Length: 4 km (one way) Total ascent: 1,200 meters Total walking time: 6 hours Season (average year): June - October

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Rossnos

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Torsteinsnuten

About the trail: The trail starts at the end of the Freimsvegen road. Follow signs to Rossnos and Freimsstølen. From Freimsstølen, the trail is marked to Rossnos. Very steep until Freimstølen. Then undulating terrain until you reach the peak. Amazing views overlooking Odda, the Folgefonna glacier and the fjord below. Be aware of steep cliffs.

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no 43

Strand - Sandvin

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- scenic waterfall hike

Waterfalls along the hike. ©Amy Henrickson

Mannsåker

Eide Eidesåsen

Husaskreda

Vasstun

Hovden

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ODDA

Jordal

Midskreda

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Sandvin-

Øvsteskreda

Storanes s Lausa

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Sjurstræ

Farming along the hike. ©Amy Henrickson

Gamlestøl

Lontjørn

Vikane

Strondsfossen Fossasetevatnet

Tjørnadalsfossen Tjørnadals-

Kaldnes

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Røldal / Haugesund

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Tjørni Tjørnadalen

Sandvin 500

750

1 000 m

Odda kommune 44

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Skansen

Trones

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About the trail: Follow the road and pass the waterfalls over the footbridge. The road continues to Sandvin through a beautiful landscape of lakes, waterfalls and mountains. Easy walk.

Strond

Fossasete

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Starting point: At Strand.

Follow signs to Buer from route 13, and then follow the road Easy towards Strand.

Parking: Park on the right hand side of the road just before the houses.

Parking fee: free Length: 2,5 km (one way) Total ascent: 160 meters Total walking time: 1 hour (one way) Season (average year): All year.

Espeflot

Nedre Starting point from Strand. ©Amy Henrickson

Fjellskor

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

Hallet grøne

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- circular hike at the top of the world

From the hike to Hallet Grøne. ©Elisbeth Wesenlund Hauge 857 Se tun ljes n e ta d le n Gorsvatnet

Starting point: At Lake Elversvatnet along the old road Histeinsover Mt Røldalsfjellet.

Challenging Parking: At Lake Elversvatnet Parking fee: free Length: 8 km Total ascent: 230 meters Total walking time: 4 hours Season (average year): July – October (when the old road is open)

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Kvitenuten

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Seljestadsvingane

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About the trail: The hike goes into the high mountains where you will find snow all year round. Beautiful views and lovely valleys with several small lakes along the trail to Hallet grøne. Parts of the trail have stone steps made by local dam workers, later employed as dam keepers. The works were carried out in order to use the water for hydroelectric power stations. The path crosses the alpine ski slopes in Røldal on the return hike.

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Ullshaug

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Elversvatnet

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Elvershei 1374

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Røldalsfjellet

Killestadnuten

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Hallet grøne

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Fjellstølen

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750

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Austdalen/Grøndalen/ Havrenos

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- historic hike through beautiful and wild scenery

Along the hike. ©Jarle Nilssen

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Grøndalen

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750

sjuv

500

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250

Tjørna

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Midnuten

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Kvamsflota

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Starting point: Marked from Røldal overnatting along route 134.

Parking: At Røldal tourist information or Røldal overnatting. Challenging Parking fee: free Length: 3-6 km (one way) Total ascent: up to 500 meters Total walking time: up to 3 hours (one way) Season (average year): June - October About the trail: Follow the marked trail passing the houses when leaving Røldal towards Austdalen.

Quite steep trail in the beginning, but the path is good and easy to find. From the summer pasture farms in Austdalen, you may cross the river on a bridge and continue to Grøndalen. You may also turn east before reaching Austdalen and hike to the top of Havrenos.

Tufto

Røldal

Berge

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Røldal

Grave

Od da

Seim

Medhus

Fjetland

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Sheep along the hike. ©Jarle Nilssen

Tourist information: Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no Røldal tourist information: +47 53 64 20 33, post@roldal.no

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