Best Hikes in Hardanger
Trolltunga and dramatic fjords
Hardanger is home to some of Norway's most famous hikes, including Trolltunga and Dronningstien (The Queen's Trail). The region combines dramatic cliff formations, glacier hikes, and gentle valley walks through traditional fruit farming areas. Hardangerfjord's stunning scenery provides the backdrop for trails ranging from easy to extremely challenging.
7 trails in Hardanger
Easy Bondhusdalen
Hardanger, Vestland
An easy 5 km return on the historic Isveien to Bondhusvatnet, with glacier views and important drinking-water and hazard rules.
Moderate Folgefonna Glacier Hike
Hardanger, Vestland
A 5–6 hour guided Blue Ice Hike on Juklavassbreen, with glacier equipment and safety instruction included.
Hard Trolltunga
Hardanger, Vestland
A very demanding Trolltunga day hike: 27 km from P2 Skjeggedal, or a seasonal 20 km option from P3 Mågelitopp.
Easy Vøringsfossen
Hardanger, Vestland
A short, well-secured viewpoint circuit at one of Norway's most famous waterfalls, where the river Bjoreio plunges 182 metres into the Mabodalen gorge.
Hard Dronningstien
Hardanger, Vestland
A demanding 16 km Hardangerfjord traverse between Kinsarvik and Lofthus, with pre-planned return transport essential.
Easy Bordalsgjelet Gorge
Hardanger, Vestland
A short, railed path leads into a narrow river gorge on the edge of Voss, past overhanging rock walls and water-carved potholes.
Easy Hæreid Iron Age Burial Site
Hardanger, Vestland
A yellow-marked 5.5 km loop from Eidfjord to at least 350 prehistoric burial mounds and cairns on the glacial Hæreid terrace.
