Welcome to Eidfjord and experiences you will remember. Whether you want peaceful, active, or exciting days – here you will find nature, culture, and great diversity.
Here you’ll experience real local food mixed with culture and traditions, and hospitable people. You make your own choice whether you want an active outdoor life with nature experiences on the waterfront or in the mountains, the kingdom of the real mountain people. By the fjord you can enjoy the sun and go swimming.
Eidfjord is unique. Tempting. It takes you only 30 minutes to drive from the beautiful, warm Hardangerfjord to the wilderness at 1250 m of altitude on the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. Here you come close to nature, the culture and the people. Real, fresh, diverse and generous nature. Here you can ?nd traces of mankind 4000 years back and therefore Eidfjord and the waterfall Vøringsfossen have been one of the most attractive destinations for over 100 years. It is easy to be excited by Eidfjord and the Hardangervidda. There are opportunities for both young and old.
19 June: Enjoy evening cruise with the historic vessel M/S Granvin. Departure from the harbour in centre of Ulvik at 5.30 pm, Osa 6.30 to 7 pm and return to Ulvik 8 pm. Locally produced refreshments available for purchase on board. Tickets cost NOK 300 and can be purchased on board.
June 20, 8:00 pm: Local energetic folk rock in Holmen culture park with Stròk. Holmen Cultural Park will come alive with music, laughter and a vibrant atmosphere as Stròk invites you to a Midsummer concert by the waterfront in Ulvik. Stròk brings an energetic blend of folk rock guaranteed to get your feet tapping – but be prepared: when the mood is right, a waltz or a mazurka may suddenly find its way into the programme. Expect a delightful mix of the familiar and the unexpected!
A Midsummer "mock wedding" with a children's parade from the old church to Ostangen, followed by a bonfire and barbecuing throughout the evening.
The possibilities for adventures are many in Eidfjord during winter. Sysendalen and Hardangervidda is an eldorado for ski enthusiasts and everyone who loves the mountains. There are many cross country skiing slopes and at Easter time, most cabins in the mountains are open for dining and accommodation.
Eidfjord invites cruise passengers to partake in the natural beauty and cultural richness that this Norwegian gem has to offer. Whether it's the fjord, outdoor adventures, or cultural discoveries, there's something for everyone to enjoy during their stay in Eidfjord
How about a long weekend in Eidfjord? Here are suggestions for a few days of experiences for families with children.
How about a long weekend in Eidfjord? Here are suggestions for 3 days of adventures for active people.
