Endless fjords, rich culture, and award-winning cider. Experience the spectacular wilderness of the Hardangerfjord region through a wide selection of activities.
In Fjord Norway about an hour and a half from Bergen, you’ll find the Hardangerfjord – one of the longest fjords in the world and a vital destination for both culture and outdoor adventures.
You can visit the sure crowd-pullers Trolltunga, the Folgefonna glacier and the Vøringsfossen waterfall, but the list of attractions worth your time includes so much more. Explore cultural spots and museums, go on a fjord cruise, or visit in spring and experience the beautiful blossoming of thousands of fruit trees.
And did you know that the Hardangerfjord region is just as exciting in winter?
Checking into one of the many historical hotels in the area is also a great way to learn about the local culture and way of life. In addition, many rooms have magnificent views of mountains and fjord.
The locally produced meats, jams, and other fresh treats are nothing short of otherworldly. Embrace the hip and cool cider-culture you find here by joining the cider route and try many of the world-class ciders.
Get to know the area by driving along the beautiful Hardanger Scenic Route.
Get in-depth travel information on the Hardangerfjord region’s official website.
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Top things to do
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UtneHardanger Folk Museum
The Hardanger Folklore Museum is part of the Hardanger and Voss Museum and is located in Utne. In the main building you will find Hardanger embroidery, traditional costumes, and folk music exhibitions. An open-air museum with several historical buildings is also part of the folklore museum.
Book nowRosendalSalmon Eye - World's largest floating art installation
Learn more about the aquaculture industry aboard Salmon Eye, the world's largest floating art installation located in the heart of the Hardangerfjord. The restaurant Iris is also located inside Salmon Eye. Ever experienced expedition dining?
Top winter activities in Hardanger
Check out some of the best things to do in the Hardangerfjord region in winter
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Salmon Eye - World's largest floating art installation
Learn more about the aquaculture industry aboard Salmon Eye, the world's largest floating art installation located in the heart of the Hardangerfjord. The restaurant Iris is also located inside Salmon Eye. Ever experienced expedition dining?
Popular hikes
Check out some of the best and most scenic hikes in the Hardangerfjord region.
Where to stay
Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.
Book nowNorheimsundThon Hotel Sandven
Thon Hotel Sandven is a classic 19th century wooden hotel. Situated at the Hardanger fjord in the centre of Norheimsund a 1 hour 15 min drive from Bergen. The hotel is awarded with "Olavsrosa" - a sign of historic importance and quality.The hotel has 102 rooms and several rooms for functions and meetings.
Book nowUlvikBrakanes Hotel
Brakanes Hotel sits right at the edge of the fjord in the heart of Ulvik. The hotel has 143 rooms, 80 of which face the fjord. Wake up to the sound of the crushing waves and enjoy hearty meals based on local produce in the hotel restaurant. Fjordside beach, hot tub, sauna and pool.
Book nowVøringsfossFossli Hotel
Fossli Hotel is uniquely located on top of the huge Vøringsfossen waterfall with magnificent views of the Måbødalen canyon. The hotel was established in 1891, 25 years before there was any road connection from Eidfjord. The composer Edvard Grieg was a regular guest at the hotel.
Book nowLofthusHotel Ullensvang
In the middle of Norway's largest orchard, the Hotel Ullensvang is idyllically located by the shore of the Hardangerfjord in Lofthus. Here you can not only enjoy comfortable rooms with fantastic fjord view and good meals in the hotel restaurant, but also a sauna with a panoramic view of the fjord and an excellent bath area with indoor and outdoor pools.
Food and drink
Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.
UlvikSyse Gard
Book nowVøringsfossHalne Fjellstugu
UskedalenElins Matgleder
Book nowØvre EidfjordHardangerviddahallen Restaurant & Café
EidfjordRestaurant Onen
KinsarvikGløyp Spiseri
Getting here and around
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Local travel
A well-developed bus and boat network makes it easy to travel around the Hardanger region.
By car
The Hardanger region is about 5 hours from Oslo and a 1 hour from Bergen. The area is easily accessed by car.
The Norwegian Scenic RoutesHardanger and Hardangervidda both go through the Hardanger region.
Plan your route, check traffic alerts, ferry information and more at the Norwegian Roads Administration website.
By plane
The closest international airports to the Hardanger region are Bergen airport and Haugesund airport.
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By boat
You can get to the Hardanger region by ferryfrom Denmark and Germany.
A passenger ferry takes you from Bergen to Rosendal through the Hardangerfjord.
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By bus
Express buses connect the Hardanger region with Oslo, Sandefjord, Larvik, Kristiansand, Stavanger, and Haugesund.
The Trolltunga–Preikestolen express bus takes you between the Hardanger region, Ryfylke, and Stavanger daily through July and August.
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By train
The Bergen Line between Oslo and Bergen is known as one of the world’s most beautiful train rides. You can choose between several daily services, and the journey takes about seven hours.
From the stations Bergen, Voss, and Geilo there are bus routes to the Hardanger region.
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