Guidebook for Odda
Parks & Nature / Hiking / Sightseeing
Drinking water
On the long hike to and from Trolltunga, you will need lots of fluid to stay hydrated. We advise you to bring plenty of water, as well as energising snacks such as chocolate and fruit. You can fill your water bottles in Skjeggedal, by the P2 parking lot.
Many hikers do refill their bottles from the streams in the high mountains. (NB. The water near the cabin areas is not safe to drink!) Do not fill water until you have reached the first emergency shelter just before Floren, about halfway to Trolltunga. But you should avoid filling water near Trolltunga itself. It is always better to fill water from a running stream than from a lake, but be advised that water may contain many impurities after heavy rainfall. If you’re camping, you can boil water to make it safe to drink.
Please note that the water in the wilderness is not tested, so we cannot guarantee that it is safe.
For everyone’s safety, please keep your toilet visits well away from the streams and lakes, and downhill from the trails.
Toilets
Please be advised that there are no public toilets along the hiking trails. We urge you to use the toilets at the parking lots in Skjeggedal or Tyssedal before starting your long hike up to Trolltunga.
For everyone’s safety, when you’re hiking, please keep your toilet visits well away from the streams and lakes, and downhill from the trails.
NB You must bring back all your garbage (including used toilet paper) from the mountains. Discard it in the rubbish bins in the parking lot.
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Trolltunga
Drinking water
On the long hike to and from Trolltunga, you will need lots of fluid to stay hydrated. We advise you to bring plenty of water, as well as energising snacks such as chocolate and fruit. You can fill your water bottles in Skjeggedal, by the P2 parking lot.
Many hikers do refill their bottles from the streams in the high mountains. (NB. The water near the cabin areas is not safe to drink!) Do not fill water until you have reached the first emergency shelter just before Floren, about halfway to Trolltunga. But you should avoid filling water near Trolltunga itself. It is always better to fill water from a running stream than from a lake, but be advised that water may contain many impurities after heavy rainfall. If you’re camping, you can boil water to make it safe to drink.
Please note that the water in the wilderness is not tested, so we cannot guarantee that it is safe.
For everyone’s safety, please keep your toilet visits well away from the streams and lakes, and downhill from the trails.
Toilets
Please be advised that there are no public toilets along the hiking trails. We urge you to use the toilets at the parking lots in Skjeggedal or Tyssedal before starting your long hike up to Trolltunga.
For everyone’s safety, when you’re hiking, please keep your toilet visits well away from the streams and lakes, and downhill from the trails.
NB You must bring back all your garbage (including used toilet paper) from the mountains. Discard it in the rubbish bins in the parking lot.
Agatunet
Glacier hike highly recommended
Buarbreen or Buerbreen is a glacier in Ullensvang Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. It is an offshoot of the large Folgefonna glacier. The small glacial arm reaches down into the Buardalen valley, just 6 kilometres southwest of the town of Odda.
buardalen/Buarbreen carpark
Glacier hike highly recommended
Buarbreen or Buerbreen is a glacier in Ullensvang Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. It is an offshoot of the large Folgefonna glacier. The small glacial arm reaches down into the Buardalen valley, just 6 kilometres southwest of the town of Odda.
Lilletopp - an easier alternative to Trolltunga for those who want to experience a marvellous view, exciting history and norwegian nature.
Experience this 0.9-mile out-and-back trail near Odda, Vestland. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete.
A wonderful and rewarding hike to Lilletopp. This is a short, but steep and exciting hike that offers fantastic views of the glacier and Sørfjord from above. The trail is well marked and well maintained with steps, railings and stairs. Suitable for children. Highlights from the hike: - Scenic views - Brilliant surroundings - Fantastic fjord
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Lilletopp
Lilletopp - an easier alternative to Trolltunga for those who want to experience a marvellous view, exciting history and norwegian nature.
Experience this 0.9-mile out-and-back trail near Odda, Vestland. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete.
A wonderful and rewarding hike to Lilletopp. This is a short, but steep and exciting hike that offers fantastic views of the glacier and Sørfjord from above. The trail is well marked and well maintained with steps, railings and stairs. Suitable for children. Highlights from the hike: - Scenic views - Brilliant surroundings - Fantastic fjord
Låtefossen or Låtefoss is a waterfall located in Ullensvang Municipality in Odda Vestland County, Norway. The 165-metre tall waterfall is unique and thus it is a well-known tourist attraction in the area.
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Cachoeira de Låtefossen
5763 LåtefossbruaLåtefossen or Låtefoss is a waterfall located in Ullensvang Municipality in Odda Vestland County, Norway. The 165-metre tall waterfall is unique and thus it is a well-known tourist attraction in the area.
The Bondhusbreen is a glacier in Kvinnherad Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The glacier is an offshoot of the vast Folgefonna glacier, and it lies inside the Folgefonna National Park.
Bondhusdalen
The Bondhusbreen is a glacier in Kvinnherad Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The glacier is an offshoot of the vast Folgefonna glacier, and it lies inside the Folgefonna National Park.
Nearby neighborhood
Vøringsfossen (English: Vøring Falls) is the 83rd highest waterfall in Norway on the basis of total fall. It lies at the top of the Måbødalen valley in the municipality of Eidfjord, in Vestland county. It is located near Norwegian National Road 7,which connects Oslo with Bergen. It has a total drop of 182 metres (597 ft), and a major drop of 163 metres (535 ft). It is perhaps the most famous in the country and a major tourist attraction on the way down from Hardangervidda to Hardangerfjord.
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Vøringsfossen
Nearby neighborhood
Vøringsfossen (English: Vøring Falls) is the 83rd highest waterfall in Norway on the basis of total fall. It lies at the top of the Måbødalen valley in the municipality of Eidfjord, in Vestland county. It is located near Norwegian National Road 7,which connects Oslo with Bergen. It has a total drop of 182 metres (597 ft), and a major drop of 163 metres (535 ft). It is perhaps the most famous in the country and a major tourist attraction on the way down from Hardangervidda to Hardangerfjord.
Experience "Dronningstien" in Hardanger – one of the most beautiful and popular hiking trails in Norway. Get up close to mighty nature and enjoy the beautiful views from one of H.M.Queen Sonja's favorite hikes.
The H.M. Queen Sonja’s Panorama Hiking Trail, known in Norway as “Dronningstien” (Queen’s Path) in Hardanger, has become one of Norway’s most popular hiking trails. It is also one of H.M. Queen Sonja’s favorite hiking trails – given the spectacular view over the Sørfjorden during the entire hike, that is easy to understand!
The trail leads through the high mountains between Kinsarvik and Lofthus. The hike takes about 6 - 9 hours and has a total difference in altitude of 1,100 meters - in other words; it is a strenuous hike. But you will be rewarded with the unique contrasts in the Hardanger landscape - the terrain varies from forest to high mountains and lush orchards with thousands of apple trees. Additionally, you will have a fantastic view over the Sørfjorden, parts of the Folgefonna Glacier, and scenic nature.
The 16-kilometer-long hiking trail connecting Kinsarvik and Lofthus can be walked in both directions. Most hikers choose to start in Røte near Kinsarvik. To do this, turn off at the Esso petrol station in Kinsarvik and follow the road as far as it is paved. Here you can park for a parking fee of NOK 100 (payable by Vipps or bank transfer).
At the beginning of the hike, you follow the gravel road from Røte up to Heng, 750 meters above sea level. From Heng, the hiking trail is marked with blue D-letters (D stands for Dronning, which means queen). The last part of the hike down to Lofthus leads over the well-known monk stairs. This part is marked with red T-letters (the hiking trail markings of the Norwegian Hiking
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HM Queen Sonja’s panoramic hiking trail
Experience "Dronningstien" in Hardanger – one of the most beautiful and popular hiking trails in Norway. Get up close to mighty nature and enjoy the beautiful views from one of H.M.Queen Sonja's favorite hikes.
The H.M. Queen Sonja’s Panorama Hiking Trail, known in Norway as “Dronningstien” (Queen’s Path) in Hardanger, has become one of Norway’s most popular hiking trails. It is also one of H.M. Queen Sonja’s favorite hiking trails – given the spectacular view over the Sørfjorden during the entire hike, that is easy to understand!
The trail leads through the high mountains between Kinsarvik and Lofthus. The hike takes about 6 - 9 hours and has a total difference in altitude of 1,100 meters - in other words; it is a strenuous hike. But you will be rewarded with the unique contrasts in the Hardanger landscape - the terrain varies from forest to high mountains and lush orchards with thousands of apple trees. Additionally, you will have a fantastic view over the Sørfjorden, parts of the Folgefonna Glacier, and scenic nature.
The 16-kilometer-long hiking trail connecting Kinsarvik and Lofthus can be walked in both directions. Most hikers choose to start in Røte near Kinsarvik. To do this, turn off at the Esso petrol station in Kinsarvik and follow the road as far as it is paved. Here you can park for a parking fee of NOK 100 (payable by Vipps or bank transfer).
At the beginning of the hike, you follow the gravel road from Røte up to Heng, 750 meters above sea level. From Heng, the hiking trail is marked with blue D-letters (D stands for Dronning, which means queen). The last part of the hike down to Lofthus leads over the well-known monk stairs. This part is marked with red T-letters (the hiking trail markings of the Norwegian Hiking
Samlen
Rossnos
Husedalen valley parking
Jordalsnuten, with its 1043 meters above sea level, is one of the spectacular peaks that encircles Odda. Majestically located in the middle between Buerdalen and Strandfossen along Sandvinsvatnet, you get a spectacular 360 degree panoramic view of the fjord, mountains and glacier. The tour starts from the car park at Strand where it goes up steeply with adapted steps for the first part. The trip is estimated to take about 4-6 hours. On the left side of the path, Strandfossen cascades down the mountainside and creates a mysterious and magical atmosphere. After the first ascent, one comes to the Fossasete stol area, which is located by Fossasetevatnet approx. 505 meters above sea level. From here on, the trip goes north of the lake and slopes upwards to the next stilt area called Liasete, surrounded by Liasetevatnet approx. 647 meters above sea level. As you get higher in the terrain, the Folgefonna glacier comes into view in the background of the lake. Here you meet a fork in the trail where you have the option of continuing to Reinanuten or down into Buerdalen, or continue to the top of Jordalsnuten. The path to Jordalsnuten goes steeply upwards, but after a few hundred meters of altitude the landscape flattens out more and you come up on the ridge of Jordalsnuten. The last part of the trip along the ridge goes steadily uphill until you reach the top. With a panoramic view of Sandvinsvatnet, the center of Odda, the Hardangerfjord and the mountain area towards both Tyssedal and Røldal, and combined with the view of Folgefonna, Buarbreen and the steep Buardalen, it is truly spectacular. The return goes the same way back down via Liasete and Fossasete, alternatively you can go down via Buerdalen.
Jordalsnuten
Jordalsnuten, with its 1043 meters above sea level, is one of the spectacular peaks that encircles Odda. Majestically located in the middle between Buerdalen and Strandfossen along Sandvinsvatnet, you get a spectacular 360 degree panoramic view of the fjord, mountains and glacier. The tour starts from the car park at Strand where it goes up steeply with adapted steps for the first part. The trip is estimated to take about 4-6 hours. On the left side of the path, Strandfossen cascades down the mountainside and creates a mysterious and magical atmosphere. After the first ascent, one comes to the Fossasete stol area, which is located by Fossasetevatnet approx. 505 meters above sea level. From here on, the trip goes north of the lake and slopes upwards to the next stilt area called Liasete, surrounded by Liasetevatnet approx. 647 meters above sea level. As you get higher in the terrain, the Folgefonna glacier comes into view in the background of the lake. Here you meet a fork in the trail where you have the option of continuing to Reinanuten or down into Buerdalen, or continue to the top of Jordalsnuten. The path to Jordalsnuten goes steeply upwards, but after a few hundred meters of altitude the landscape flattens out more and you come up on the ridge of Jordalsnuten. The last part of the trip along the ridge goes steadily uphill until you reach the top. With a panoramic view of Sandvinsvatnet, the center of Odda, the Hardangerfjord and the mountain area towards both Tyssedal and Røldal, and combined with the view of Folgefonna, Buarbreen and the steep Buardalen, it is truly spectacular. The return goes the same way back down via Liasete and Fossasete, alternatively you can go down via Buerdalen.
Eidesnuten in Odda has a fantastic view over the Hardangerfjord, Sandvinsvatnet and the surrounding mountain area.
The tour starts from the residential area Eidesåsen, which is located just above Odda Camping. If you park at Eidesåsen kindergarten (NOTE you cannot park here during the opening hours of the kindergarten! Alternative parking down by Sandvinvatnet) you continue to the right (direction Odda centre), and follow the road almost to the end. Here you will find signs for Eidesnuten.
The path is steep at times. It takes about 2-3 hours to the top, where you get a magnificent view of Sørfjorden, Sandvinvatnet and the surrounding area.
Eidesåsen is 903 meters above sea level.
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Eidesnuten 903 m.o.h
264 EidesåsenEidesnuten in Odda has a fantastic view over the Hardangerfjord, Sandvinsvatnet and the surrounding mountain area.
The tour starts from the residential area Eidesåsen, which is located just above Odda Camping. If you park at Eidesåsen kindergarten (NOTE you cannot park here during the opening hours of the kindergarten! Alternative parking down by Sandvinvatnet) you continue to the right (direction Odda centre), and follow the road almost to the end. Here you will find signs for Eidesnuten.
The path is steep at times. It takes about 2-3 hours to the top, where you get a magnificent view of Sørfjorden, Sandvinvatnet and the surrounding area.
Eidesåsen is 903 meters above sea level.
Reinanuten view point
Baroniet Rosendal
60 BaronivegenFonna is one of Europe's foremost summer ski centers, located 1200 meters above sea level on the glacier of Jondal in the heart of Hardanger.
Fonna is one of Europe's foremost summer ski centers. Located 1200 meters above sea level in the heart of Hardanger, we offer alpine trails for the whole family, varied freestyle park and cross-country trails on the glacier. From the top of the ski lift, 1470 meters above sea level, you have spectacular views of the glacier, the Hardangerfjord and the North Sea. The summer season at Fonna normally lasts from May to September, and we stay open daily.
Restaurant Fonna1199 serve hot and cold dishes, drinks and snacks. The restaurant are located at the base of the skiresort.
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FONNA Glacier Ski Resort
Fonna is one of Europe's foremost summer ski centers, located 1200 meters above sea level on the glacier of Jondal in the heart of Hardanger.
Fonna is one of Europe's foremost summer ski centers. Located 1200 meters above sea level in the heart of Hardanger, we offer alpine trails for the whole family, varied freestyle park and cross-country trails on the glacier. From the top of the ski lift, 1470 meters above sea level, you have spectacular views of the glacier, the Hardangerfjord and the North Sea. The summer season at Fonna normally lasts from May to September, and we stay open daily.
Restaurant Fonna1199 serve hot and cold dishes, drinks and snacks. The restaurant are located at the base of the skiresort.
Mikkelparken family park is a lot of fun for children aged 1-10! The family park is located in Kinsarvik between the fjord and the mountains. In Mikkelparken there is an exciting area for playing in water with three pools, water slides, water cannon...
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Mikkelparken
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Mikkelparken family park is a lot of fun for children aged 1-10! The family park is located in Kinsarvik between the fjord and the mountains. In Mikkelparken there is an exciting area for playing in water with three pools, water slides, water cannon...
Røldal Skisenter
Røldal stave church
34 KyrkjevegenMuseum
Agatunet
Hardanger and Voss Museum
36 MuseumsvegenFood Scene
Thai Take Away Odda AS
4 BakkegataAsian Wok, Odda
29 RøldalsvegenFerskvaren AS
Du kan booke bord på Buer restaurant på buer no
Booking only.
Restaurant with a view of Buerbreen Glacier.
Buer Restaurant
Du kan booke bord på Buer restaurant på buer no
Booking only.
Restaurant with a view of Buerbreen Glacier.
Glacier Restaurant, Bar & Cafe
9 EitrheimsvegenPizzabakeren Odda
73 EidesmoenOdda-Grillen
5 TyssedalsvegenBest Odda
44 RøldalsvegenSmeltehuset - Mat, Prat, Bar
23 AlmerketMASALA CURRY ODDA
Essentials
Extra Odda
18 Smelteverket Nearest groceries to our apartment
Bunnpris
1 HjølloREMA 1000 Sørfjordsenteret
Spar
6 EitrheimsvegenREMA 1000 SMELTEVERKET
8 Smelteverket5 minutes walk from our house.
Getting Around
Odda Taxi
40 AlmerketSightseeing
Røldal Stave Church
The estimated age of the Church is generally dated to between 1200-1250. A baptismal font in the church is dated to between 1200 and 1250. A crucifix in the church dates from about 1250. The altarpiece by German painter Gottfried Hendtzchell from Wroclaw in Silesia dates to 1629.
The Church has a rectangular-shaped nave and chancel. The baptismal font is of soapstone and dated 1200-1300 century. The Bergen Museum holds a variety of building components and other artifacts from the medieval church. These include altar frontal and wooden sculptures of St. Olaf from about 1250, of the Virgin Mary with child from about 1250, and the Archangel Michael, dated about 1200. In the Middle Ages, Røldal Church received large donations from many of pilgrims who flocked to the church. As a result, the small village where the church is located, became quite prosperous. In the 17th century the walls inside the church were richly decorated with paintings.[4]
During reconstruction of the church in 1844, some of the history of the church was uncovered. This led to an investigation to determine how the church was built. The resulting belief is that Røldal Stave Church was quite different from other stave churches. Some controversy developed about whether this is in fact a stave church or rather an example of the assumed predecessor type, a post church.
From 1913 to 1918, the church underwent an extensive renovation and restoration. Paneling from the 19th century was removed and the Renaissance interior was restored. A new gallery was also built around the church to protect the wall tables. The church reconstruction was led by Norwegian architect Jens Zetlitz Monrad Kielland (1866–1926), and the color restoration was performed by Norwegian painter Domenico Erdmann (1879–1940), who was assisted by Norwegian painter Alfred Obert Hagn (1882–1958), and Danish-Norwegian artist Ulrik Hendriksen (1891–1960).[3][5][6]
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Røldal
Røldal Stave Church
The estimated age of the Church is generally dated to between 1200-1250. A baptismal font in the church is dated to between 1200 and 1250. A crucifix in the church dates from about 1250. The altarpiece by German painter Gottfried Hendtzchell from Wroclaw in Silesia dates to 1629.
The Church has a rectangular-shaped nave and chancel. The baptismal font is of soapstone and dated 1200-1300 century. The Bergen Museum holds a variety of building components and other artifacts from the medieval church. These include altar frontal and wooden sculptures of St. Olaf from about 1250, of the Virgin Mary with child from about 1250, and the Archangel Michael, dated about 1200. In the Middle Ages, Røldal Church received large donations from many of pilgrims who flocked to the church. As a result, the small village where the church is located, became quite prosperous. In the 17th century the walls inside the church were richly decorated with paintings.[4]
During reconstruction of the church in 1844, some of the history of the church was uncovered. This led to an investigation to determine how the church was built. The resulting belief is that Røldal Stave Church was quite different from other stave churches. Some controversy developed about whether this is in fact a stave church or rather an example of the assumed predecessor type, a post church.
From 1913 to 1918, the church underwent an extensive renovation and restoration. Paneling from the 19th century was removed and the Renaissance interior was restored. A new gallery was also built around the church to protect the wall tables. The church reconstruction was led by Norwegian architect Jens Zetlitz Monrad Kielland (1866–1926), and the color restoration was performed by Norwegian painter Domenico Erdmann (1879–1940), who was assisted by Norwegian painter Alfred Obert Hagn (1882–1958), and Danish-Norwegian artist Ulrik Hendriksen (1891–1960).[3][5][6]
Sandvevatnet
Drinks & Nightlife
Vertshuset
14 EitrheimsvegenIris Scene Odda
121 SmelteverketPergola i Odda