Bordalsgjelet Gorge
Bordalsgjelet Gorge
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Tecumseh, Canada33 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
We've seen many waterfalls and fjords during our trip around Norway but this gorge was gorgeous! There are many short little trails to different areas of the gorge. The water is so clear and the gorge is incredibly deep.
We went to the Voss Camping office and they gave us a map with directions. After driving through Voss, go over the bridge and turn right on Gjernesvegan. If you keep following this road you will see a small green sign that says Bordalsgjelet. We parked in a gravel dead end and then walked about 5 minutes following the signs to get to the paths. We were there for probably 30 minutes.
This is definitely a hidden gem and I would totally recommend this to anyone who has some spare time in Voss.
We went to the Voss Camping office and they gave us a map with directions. After driving through Voss, go over the bridge and turn right on Gjernesvegan. If you keep following this road you will see a small green sign that says Bordalsgjelet. We parked in a gravel dead end and then walked about 5 minutes following the signs to get to the paths. We were there for probably 30 minutes.
This is definitely a hidden gem and I would totally recommend this to anyone who has some spare time in Voss.
Written July 27, 2017
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shanebarnes1978
Pensacola, FL360 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
A prior review states the pedestrian bridge is gone but that isn't true. We took the trail along the lake, past the campground (loads of school kids playing volleyball and cricket), through the woods, OVER THE BRIDGE (with great open areas for photos) and then through a residential area to the gorge. The gorge is beautiful, glad we got to see it!
Written June 15, 2016
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Suranga Wick
Voss47 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
It is a nice walk for 1 hour from the town center through the settlements. Make sure that you go through Prestegardsmoen and over the walkers bridge. You can use Google Maps ti find the location. My kids loved it.
Written October 27, 2019
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globedecker
Summit, NJ365 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
Some previous reviewers mentioned it was a bit confusing to find. We used Google maps on the phone and had no trouble, but here's the easy directions:
Walk along the lakeside trail from town with the lake on your right past the campground.
Cross the footbridge over the river then walk up the steep road to the right.
Follow the road as it curves up and to the left after about 500 meters and follow the signs from there to turn left, then right at the school and into the gorge.
The gorge is verdant, lush, and lovely. There are three spots where trails lead down into the gorge and each one is worth checking out. Roundtrip time walking from downtown Voss along with taking time seeing the gorge is about 2-3 hours depending upon your pace.
Walk along the lakeside trail from town with the lake on your right past the campground.
Cross the footbridge over the river then walk up the steep road to the right.
Follow the road as it curves up and to the left after about 500 meters and follow the signs from there to turn left, then right at the school and into the gorge.
The gorge is verdant, lush, and lovely. There are three spots where trails lead down into the gorge and each one is worth checking out. Roundtrip time walking from downtown Voss along with taking time seeing the gorge is about 2-3 hours depending upon your pace.
Written June 29, 2019
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C0astalWalker
Woking171 contributions
Jun 2017 • Solo
This is a lovely walk from Voss centre, just follow the lake side or the path through the woodland past the campsite. The path is well signed all the way. Lovely views of the lake initially, then crossing the river via a bridge, which has a couple of viewing platforms. From here it is a climb through some residential streets and down tracks to the gorge and bridge and the car park. A short narrow path takes your a short distance down into the gorge. Well worth a visit, the rushing waters through this rocky chasm are an impressive sight and sound. There are also a couple of short paths down to the old bridge and alongside part of the river. Certainly worth a visit.
Once back over the two bridges, you can walk right along the lake side if you prefer back to Voss, for a change of scenery on the way back.
Once back over the two bridges, you can walk right along the lake side if you prefer back to Voss, for a change of scenery on the way back.
Written June 8, 2017
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travelwithsachin
Dubai, United Arab Emirates222 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
We decided to the norway in nutshell on our own from Bergen and our first stop was Voss from where we had to connect bus for Gudvangen. Voss is a small town in Western Norway and I think the packaged water made the town so popular. It is later I get to the bottled water do not have any plant in voss but I must say the town is so rich I. Oxygen and pure water the name for bottled water is pretty apt. Anyway, we somehow miscalculated our connecting bus timing and realized the bus for ferry at Gudvangen via steilheim was after 4 hours. And while we had no intention to spend time in Voss we were forced to spend time here and trust me it turned out to be an awesome experience. So we went to nearest tourist center. The lady there was extremely helpful. She let us keep our bags in her office and helped us on how we can spend our next 4 hours. She suggested this trek to Bordalsgjelet Gorge which was 2 mm trek from the office. The trek starts from city center just next to the lake and goes along the lake side and into the Woodlands. The path is well marked. As you move on you come across a bridge over the river which has couple of viewing decks. As you cross the bridge you start walking uphill through a residential neighborhood and again into Woodlands to find this beautiful chasm with water gushing through the gorge. It was a spectacular sight. The overall hike was so refreshing and beautiful. We later walked back and came across this sushi place in city. The hike made us really hungry and this sushi place was a saviour. We took our bus in time and started our journey to Gudvangen.
Written September 21, 2018
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Dianne D
Brisbane, Australia132 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
If visiting Voss this should not be missed! It is an easy walk to the site of the gorge and not a particularly difficult walk down to the viewing point. The view is spectacular.
Written November 12, 2017
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Laura V
Daytona Beach Shores, FL30 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
A great 30 minute hike from the train station in beautiful surroundings. Easy for kids from age 6. Definitely a steep descent at the end which can be slippery when wet. The gorge is beautiful and worth the trip.
Written June 24, 2017
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HTvlr16
United States69 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
We started to walk from town, but found the walk not very inviting, so drove to the parking area near this gorge and walked to it via a short trail. It is a magical spot! Don't miss it if you are in Voss.
Written December 16, 2015
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brianflove
Portland, OR28 contributions
Aug 2019
This was a wonderful way to spend an hour or two when in Voss. From the city center it's about a 45-minute walk, which itself is quite enjoyable. There are several viewing areas to see the waterfall and the gorge itself. We did it on a cold and rainy day (so it was a bit slippery), but it was still a nice way to get outside and enjoy the area. They also had parking, so if you're traveling via car, it is very accessible.
Written September 4, 2019
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