"Knights leap", Ravine in Vågå, Norway.
The Ridderspranget gorge cuts through rock formations with a depth of 8 meters, where the Sjoa River flows through eastern Jotunheimen Mountains.
During the 14th century, Knight Sigvard Kvie from Vang rode his horse across the gorge while attempting to escape with the maiden Skårvangssola.
The name Ridderspranget translates to Knight's Jump, referencing the medieval Norwegian tale of pursuit and daring escape over the gorge.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the gorge from signposted paths along regional roads, with options ranging from beginner to advanced difficulty levels.
The Sjoa River section at Ridderspranget creates dangerous water conditions, leading to thirteen recorded fatalities between 1989 and 2010.
Location: Vågå
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: The Knight's Leap, Vågå Municipality, Norway
GPS coordinates: 61.68215,9.07533
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:38
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