Visiting Waterfalls In Norway
Visiting the waterfalls in Norway is an integral part of the experience of holidaying in the region. There are numerous waterfalls to pick and choose from in Norway, from the ‘seven sisters’ that are found near the Geiranger fjord to the Feigum waterfall near Lusterfjord.
One can plan trips to go and see the waterfalls, and in some cases, one can even go to the waterfalls and stand underneath them and in others, walk behind the waterfall for a truly marvellous experience. The Steindasl waterfall that is located in Hardanger and the Storseter waterfall that is located in Geiranger are two such examples. If you are careful and carry waterproof photography equipment, this is the opportunity of a lifetime. While some waterfalls can be reached by foot on the trails, others can only be seen from the ferries and the cruise ships but they are just as pretty.
The amount of power in the waterfalls depends upon the amount of water that it is carrying, which is determined by the level of precipitation that year or the amount of snow that has melted in the region.
The Famous Vøringsfossen Waterfall
The Vøringsfossen Waterfall is the most well known and most visited waterfall in Norway. The waterfall descends from a height of 182 meters and out of this; 145 metres of the fall are in the form of a straight, sheer drop. The unique beauty of this marvel lies in the fact that it is made out of numerous waterfalls all of which come together and meet at the mouth of Måbødalen in Hardanger. To make the experience of visiting the waterfall an easier one, there are decreed lookout points, both at a height and lower below in the valley. One can also follow a path that emerges from the national tourist route via Hardanger to lead straight to the foot of the waterfall. The route itself is as much a tourist attraction as the waterfall it leads to, because the winding turns and curves of the road offer numerous glimpses of the scenery and make for great photo opportunities as well as rest spots.
To experience the glorious waterfalls of Norway, plan a trip with the Baltic Travel Company.