Autumn in Hardanger is spectacular! As it is less crowded you get to explore Hardanger almost all by yourself. Check out this travel itinerary to experience some of the best autumn in Hardanger has to offer.
Day 1: Drive to Skjeggedal and hike to Trolltunga, one of Norway's most spectacular rock formations. Surrounded by majestic nature, the hike to Trolltunga is an experience itself, but the hike is even better together with a guide. A guided tour is not only a safe journey through the mountains, but also offers a packed adventure with hidden gems along the way, a relaxed atmosphere, and interesting facts about Trolltunga and the surrounding areas. Both Trolltunga Active and Trolltunga Adventures offer guided day hikes and overnight hikes.
Day 2: Drive to Eidfjord and stay at the fantastic Vøringfoss hotel. Wake up to panoramic views of mountains and fjords. Just a stone's throw away are unique places such as Kjeåsen mountain farm, Vøringsfossen, and Hardangervidda nasjonalpark. Vøringfoss hotel is more than just a hotel. Its amazing hosts and comfortable facilities make it a popular place to stay. With just a few minutes' walk down to the fjord, it's no wonder visitors enjoy their stay here.
7 km from Vøringfoss hotel, in Øvre Eidfjord, lies Norwegian Nature Center. The Norwegian Nature Center is a modern experience center for Norwegian nature, climate, and environment, where both adults and children can experience and learn more about geology, climate, and plant and animal life in Norway - conveyed in a new and exciting way! The Nature Center is also known for the new panoramic film "Norge mitt land - Fjord, Mountain, Waterfall, and Hardangervidda," which feels like an helicopter ride into the beautiful landscape shown on one of Europe's largest panoramic screens - 21 meters long and 4 meters high!
Explore some of the most beautiful Norwegian nature has to offer!
Day 3: Drive to Ulvik and stay at the historic Brakanes hotel. Originally opened as a shuttle station in the late 1800s, Brakanes hotel has a rich history, and with views of mountains, fjords, and fruit orchards, it's easy to relax and find peace. From Brakanes hotel, it's just a short walk to the popular fruit and cider route, a hike through award-winning fruit and cider farms. The farms offer tours with tastings, and perhaps you'll also buy some local products from the farm shop? End the day with dinner at "Draumen" restaurant at Brakanes hotel and a relaxing soak in the hot tub by the fjord.
Trolltunga is the most spectacular rock formation in Norway. At 1180 meters above sea level, is lies about 700 meters above the lake Ringedalsvatnet. From the top, you have a fantastic view. The hike to Trolltunga starts in Skjeggedal and leads through the high mountains.
NORWEGIAN NATURE CENTRE – HARDANGER – A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE FOR NORWAY
The fruit and cider route in Ulvik connects the fruit farms Ulvik Frukt & Cideri, Syse Gard and Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk. Join in on a guided tour for a unique peek "behind the scenes" or sample some scrumptious goods from the farmyard shops.
Experience the Vøringsfossen waterfall - the most famous waterfall in Norway!
The Norwegian Scenic Route Hardangervidda takes you from the high mountain plateau Hardangervidda, at 1250 meters, to the shore of the Hardangerfjord. A stop at the Vøringsfossen waterfall is a must!
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.
Trolltunga Active offers a unique overnight tour in a transparent dome with comfort, available year-round.
Join Trolltunga Adventures for an amazing autumn adventure on a guided day hike to Trolltunga.
Outdoor experience on the Hardangervidda, including Trolltunga. This tour offers you untouched nature and enough time to enjoy new impressions.
Experience the Trolltunga at sunset and sunrise – join this fantastic overnight tour offered by Trolltunga Adventures and their professional guides. All necessary equipment and main meals are included.
High above the fjord, at an altitude of 600 meters, the two farms are located at Kjeåsen. You can both drive and hike up to enjoy the spectacular views.
Steep path where you have to use ropes, poles and ladders as necessary aids along the way.
Ulvik Frukt & Cideri is of the three farms part of the only Fruit- and Cidertrail in Norway. The farm offers tours and samples of their farmyard produce, including apple juice and cider.
The farm Syse Gard is located along the fruit and cider route in Ulvik and is one of the three visitor farms. Syse Gard is a traditional Western-Norwegian farm with fruit growing and sheep farming. The farm is also an économusée.
Hardanger Juice and Ciderfactory grows a wide range of apple which are processed into tasty beverages such as its highly acclaimed apple cider, juice, dessert wine and brandy. The farm offers tours and cider-tastings, as well as a selection of goods in their farm shop.
