Vinnu waterfall

Vinnu originates from the Vinnufonna glacier, the largest glacier between Jostedalsbreen and Svartisen. The waterfall is located about 6 km from Sunndalsøra at the Holsskeiet rest area along RV70.

Vinnu is a popular photography subject and is at its largest in spring and early summer (May-July). Get close to the waterfall on the spectacular Vinnu stone stairs. Follow the marked path from the parking area at Holsskeiet.

Vinnu stone stairs

The Vinnu stone stairs is currently under construction and goes up alongside the waterfall to about 300 meters in elevation (just under 700 steps). There are several viewpoints along the way, both close to the waterfall and overlooking the valley. The goal is to build the staircase all the way up to the top of the Vinnu waterfall.

The hike to the top takes 30-40 minutes from the parking lot. Some sections are quite steep.

Vinnutrappa is open from May 15th to November 1st.

Vinnu is a no-drone zone

Vinnu waterfall and the Vinnu stone steps is located close to the small airport Vinnu, and thus in the approach zone to the airport. Illegal use of drones in this area can be life-threatening. According to the drone rules, it is not allowed to fly a drone closer than 5 km from the airport.

The kingdom of Waterfalls

Sunndal, with its majestic mountains, has several world-class waterfalls. Less known and more hidden than Vinnu is Skorga, which has a waterfall drop of 864 meters. It is Europe's second highest and is located about 2 km from Vinnu.

In addition to Vinnu and Skorga, the Åmotan waterfall is in the same area. Åmotan means river meeting, where six rivers with their waterfalls converge. Sunndal is rightly called the Realm of Waterfalls!