Discover some of the greatest natural scenery in Norway in this region with lavish countryside, a huge range of outdoor activities and traditional charm.
Eidfjord is a beautiful village in Norway with breathtaking natural attractions. Enjoy fun summer activities including swimming, kayaking and hiking, and exciting winter options of skiing, ice climbing and sledding. The village is a fantastic spot to learn about the region’s culture and traditions and taste delicious local food.
The coat of arms of Eidfjord shows a blue-and-silver reindeer antler because the first settlers in the region were reindeer hunters. Commercial activities related to reindeers have been of great importance in the Hardangervidda for many centuries. The Hardangervidda is the biggest mountain plateau of its type in Europe, with a large part of it located in Eidfjord. Explore this amazing mountainous region and find many natural wonders, including the Hardangerjøkulen, the sixth-largest glacier in mainland Norway.
For more than 100 years, the Vøringsfossen waterfall has been one of Eidfjord’s most popular destinations. See this spectacular cascade with a 597-foot (182-metre) fall and take photos of the amazing views. Learn about Norwegian nature, environment and weather at the Hardangervidda Natursenter. This visitor centre has fun interactive exhibitions about native wildlife and a cinema with a panoramic screen. Enjoy fantastic videos of the many waterfalls, canyons, lakes, glaciers and fjords, which are narrow and deep inlets created by glaciers. Hardangerfjord , the fourth-longest fjord in the world, is also located in Hordaland.
The village and municipality of Eidfjord is located in Hordaland, Norway’s third-largest county. While you are travelling in the area, make sure you stop at Mikkelparken, an amusement park where families with children can find things to do for a day full of excitement. Enjoy the farm, mini-golf, a jungle track and a theatre. Participate in some of the exciting activities of the park, including digging gold, painting and having fun in the water.
Visit Eidfjord and enjoy the beautiful nature of Norway. Appreciate this exciting region with many exhilarating things to do and see.
