Vøringfossen

The waterfall cascades 182 meters from the Bjoreia River into Måbødalen Valley, creating multiple streams of water across the rocky surface.

Professor Christopher Hansteen first measured the waterfall height in 1821 by calculating the time required for stones to reach the bottom.

The name originates from Old Norse 'Vyrðingr', meaning respect or reverence, combined with 'fossen', the Norwegian word for waterfall.

Visitors can access viewing platforms from two locations: the upper area near Fossli Hotel or the lower section in Måbødalen Valley.

A 47-meter pedestrian bridge with 99 steps spans across the gorge, allowing visitors to experience the waterfall from different angles.

Location: Eidfjord Municipality

Height: 163 m

Part of: Bjoreio

Website: https://visitnorway.com/places-to-go/fjord-norway/the-hardangerfjord-region/listings-hardanger-fjord/v%c3%b8ringsfossen/158463

GPS coordinates: 60.42691,7.25105

Latest update: May 19, 2025 09:25