Trollfoss

Trollfoss is a waterfall in Vestfold that plunges about 12 meters through a narrow gorge carved by the Dalelva river near the village of Svarstad. The water drops through rocky terrain, creating a distinct natural formation in the landscape.

The waterfall takes its name from Norwegian legends about mythical beings that were believed to live in such remote places. This naming practice shows how people historically connected natural features to their folklore traditions.

The name comes from Norwegian folklore about trolls that once inhabited mountain regions according to local traditions. People in the area see such places as connections to their ancestral stories and the wild nature around them.

Access is via the RV40 road south of Svarstad leading to the Solskarveien toll road where parking is available. The final approach involves a steep descent over rocky ground, so sturdy footwear and careful footing are necessary.

Despite being the tallest waterfall in the Vestfold region, it remains largely unknown to visitors. This obscurity keeps the place quiet, allowing those who find it to experience the natural surroundings with few other people around.

GPS coordinates: 59.34557,9.85544

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11