Kvam Herad

Welcome to Kvam!

In Kvam - a gem just one hour from Bergen - spectacular attractions are located close together.

The beautiful municipality in Hardanger has been a popular destination for generations for a good reason. With fjord cruises, unique waterfalls, proud traditions, a rich cultural program, and a range of exciting attractions and activities available all year round, Kvam is a gem that is difficult to describe in words. It is almost something you have to experience for yourself. Welcome!

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About Kvam

Kvam Herad is a municipality located in the middle of the Hardangerfjord region.

In Kvam, you will find activities and attractions perfect for people of all ages. Large parts of the Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger are in the municipality. Along the route, you can experience Steinsdalsfossen. It is a truly unique waterfall that you can walk under! You also can't miss exciting activities like RIB fjord safaris into the remote Fyksesundet, Hardanger Maritime Museum, and the Aquaculture Visitor Centre. These, in addition to Hardangerfjord Sightseeing from Norheimsund, allow you to experience the world's most beautiful fjord in a way you will never forget.

But it is not just the fjord experiences that are spectacular in Kvam. Here you will also find a range of exciting museums, great restaurants, beautiful hiking trails, state-of-the-art swimming facilities, and idyllic fjord villages such as Norheimsund, Øystese, Strandebarm, Tørvikbygd, Vikøy, Ålvik and more. Get updated & inspired on this site!

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Blossoming in Hardanger

Experience several hundred thousand fruit trees in full blossom in Hardanger during the spring. A more beautiful sight is hard to come by.

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Family Vacation in Hardanger

Explore the Hardangerfjord region on a family vacation with your children! Get great tips for exciting and child-friendly experiences that are perfect for the whole family.

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Cider from Hardanger

Some things just belong together! It is the same with fruit and Hardanger.

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Food and drinks

From cider and apple juice to lamb meat, cured sausages, and jams, Hardanger is a region with rich traditions when it comes to food and drink.

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Waterfalls in Hardanger

The Hardangerfjord region is also known as "the kingdom of waterfalls," and it is not without reason. In Hardanger, you will find several of the most spectacular waterfalls Norway has to offer.

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Fjord Experiences in Hardanger

Fjord safaris with farm visits, private fjord cruises, speedy rib boat rides, meditative kayaking – With 179 km of fjord there are plenty of adventures to explore on the Hardangerfjord.

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Hiking in Hardanger

Trolltunga, Dronningstien, Lake Bondhusvatnet, Mount Oksen. There is no shortage of well-known hikes in Hardanger. Here in the region, you will find several of the most popular and spectacular hikes Norway has to offer.

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Jon Fosse: The Nobel Prize Winner from Hardanger

Jon Fosse, the Nobel Prize-winning author from Strandebarm in Hardanger, showcases the region's rich literary heritage. Experience Fosse's inspiration firsthand in Kvam and throughout the Hardangerfjord region.

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Why You Should Experience Kvam This Summer

Kvam, just an hour’s drive from Bergen, is the gateway to Hardanger and an ideal destination in spring and summer.

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