Population 937 / 60.2 degrees north

Eidfjord, Norway

Located at the end of the Hardangerfjord and the base of the Hardangervidda Plateau, Eidfjord is a beautiful place to base yourself in Western Norway. Just keep in mind it does get some cruise ships in the summer. 

Fun Facts About Eidfjord

Latitude: 60.2 degrees north

Population: 937

Eidfjord Municipality

In this Travel Guide...

Things to See & Do

Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Eidfjord

Hardangervidda Nature Centre

Located in Øvre Eidfjord, this museum provides information on the fauna, flora and history of the region. 

Kinsarvik Church

Located just out of Eidfjord, this is a historic stone church. 

Kinsarvik Church

Eidfjord Guides

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Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences

Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!

Viking burial mounds

There are 350 Viking burial mounds located a short hike away from Eidsfjord town centre. The tourist office can provide you with maps. 

Kjeåsen Farm

Located 600m above Eidfjord are two farms that you can visit. It is possible to drive up to the farms, or you can opt for a hike instead. The farms are open throughout the summer. 

VØRingsfossen Tour

Join a guided tour to Vøringsfossen that also includes a short walk by a dam and visit to the Nature Centre.

I recommend the tour “Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide”

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Tour the Fjords

Board a RIB (Zodiac) boat for a guided tour around the beautiful Hardangerfjord region. 

I recommend the tour “1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour”

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Road-Trips

Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Eidfjord

Voss to Eidfjord

Follow this short drive from Voss to Eidfjord via the Hardanger Bridge. 

Voss to Eidfjord

Hardangervidda Tourist Road

The Hardangervidda Tourist Road is one of Norway’s 18 national roads and begins just north of Eidfjord. 

Hardangervidda Tourist Road

Self-Guided Walks

We currently do not have any self-guided walks available in Eidfjord

Eidfjord on YouTube

Watch our YouTube videos featuring Eidfjord

Voss to Eidfjord

Follow the journey from Voss to Eidfjord, including the Hardanger Bridge. 

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Hardangervidda Tourist Road

The Hardangervidda Tourist Road is one of Norway’s 18 national roads and begins just north of Eidfjord. 

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Uniquely Eidfjord

Here are some things that you must do and try in Eidfjord

Vøringsfossen

Vøringsfossen is located at the top of the windy road leading from Eidfjord. The best view is from near Fossli Hotel. 

vøringsfossen

History of Eidfjord

Eidfjord has been a settlement for a long time and was likely inhabited before the Viking Age. The first inhabitants were probably reindeer hunters. 

Eidfjord Today

Most of Eidfjord is about 900m above sea level, and its proximity to the fjords means that Eidfjord is a popular tourist destination. Power production, agriculture, hunting and fishing are also important industries. Eidfjord is Norway’s third-largest power generating municipality. 

Travel Information

Getting Here

Fly: No airport. 

Drive: The national highway 7 runs through the municipality, linking Oslo with the western part of Norway.

Train: No train access.

Ferry: No ferry access

Getting Around

Eidfjord is walkable. 

Shops

Places to Eat

Cafes & Bakeries

 

Quick Bites

 

Reasonable Restaurants

 

High End & Unique Eats

 

Places to Stay

All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences. 

Camping

Saebo Camping is located in the Måbodalen valley. 

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Lodges & B&Bs

Eidfjord Gjestgiveri is a small guesthouse in Øvre Eidfjord. 

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Chains & Mid-Range

Eidfjord Hotel is a modern hotel in the town centre of Eidfjord. 

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High End & Unique Properties

Fossli Hotel is a historic hotel located by the Voringsfossen waterfall. This is where Edvard Grieg stayed when he was travelling through the region!

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