Rjoandefossen

Rjoandefossen descends in three distinct vertical drops, with the main fall reaching approximately 140 meters and spanning up to 30 meters across at its widest point. The water streams continuously down the rock face, creating a powerful display of cascading water against the dark stone.

The waterfall gained prominence as a landscape feature when the Flåm railway line opened in 1924, as the tracks pass directly alongside it. Since then it has served as a visual landmark for travelers on this historic rail route.

The name follows Norwegian tradition by including the suffix 'fossen,' which identifies water features in the regional geography and reflects how locals describe their landscape. This naming pattern is visible throughout the valley and shows how communities connect language to natural features.

The most rewarding views come from designated viewpoints along the railway line or from walking paths that branch out from the village center. Good footwear is important since paths can become wet and slippery, particularly after heavy rain.

The water discharge ranges from 1 to 3 cubic meters per second depending on snowmelt in the mountains and seasonal rainfall patterns. This means visitors at different times of year will witness noticeably different intensities of cascading water.