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Gone Walkabout
Tonsberg, Norway549 contributions
Jun 2020
The feeling of walking almost in the river is amazing. At one point the water spray from the waterfall is so severe that bringing a rain jacket is probably a good idea. Love short walk that most peopla can do. There are stairs on part of the walk
Written July 6, 2020
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TonyM_WorldTraveler
Chicago, IL383 contributions
Aug 2020
This waterfall is right in the town, so it's easy to get to.
The trail is well-built and maintained, so easy to walk. It's also lit at night for safety and nice for a romantic walk.
The top is by the Union Hotel and the Nordic Museum, and the bottom is at a campground.
The trail is well-built and maintained, so easy to walk. It's also lit at night for safety and nice for a romantic walk.
The top is by the Union Hotel and the Nordic Museum, and the bottom is at a campground.
Written September 4, 2020
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redeco
Warren, MA9,296 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
This is a wonderful way to spend your time in Geiranger when your cruise ship is docked. Once you've seen as much of the fjord as you like and you've taken in some shopping, hike up to the octagonal church via a marvelous stairway that follows the path of the multi-level waterfall that flows into the fjord. On the way up you'll pas an old water-powered electric plant that is no longer in use, and there are very fine opportunities for photography.
Once at the top, take a further hike up to the little church with its beautifully painted pulpit and take the highway down. This path takes you to the shopping area. The design of this walkway makes for an exciting tourist attraction and was well thought out by the designer. Don't miss it.
Once at the top, take a further hike up to the little church with its beautifully painted pulpit and take the highway down. This path takes you to the shopping area. The design of this walkway makes for an exciting tourist attraction and was well thought out by the designer. Don't miss it.
Written October 22, 2014
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worldeator
352 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
This large waterfall is the main feature in the town area of Geiranger and is a complete free experience. If arriving by cruise ship this feature can be seen on the fjord as it forms part of the town. Once docked it is a short stroll through the town via the campsite and up the stairs. The amazing thing is unlike most places there was no cost. You simply walked the route including the stairs to enjoy the view. The stairs wind their way along the route given different vantage points and views of the waterfall. At one stage you are very close to the waterfall and will get wet from the spray, but all part of the experience. At the top of the waterfall there is a car park and small museum. The return journey back can either be via the stairs or you can walk along the road back to the town. Some great photos opportunities on this walk. If you are in the area this is a must.
Written July 18, 2016
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okiesooner09
Oklahoma379 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
We visited Geiranger on a cruise ship stop. There really isn't much to do in Geiranger. I had read about Waterfall Walk. It is a short walk from town to the trail. The first 500 feet or so of the Walk is a path beside the river that isn't very steep. You can see some beautiful waterfalls along this trail. The trail eventually leads you to a tall, winding set of stairs. My wife didn't want to climb them so I did it alone. I counted them and there are 267 steps to the top. It is quite a hike. There are even more beautiful waterfalls to see all along the climb to the top. At the top you are rewarded with a pretty view of the town, harbor and fjord.
Written November 20, 2017
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DanlRb
Tamworth, UK5 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
This is a short uphill walk (signposted as Waterfall Walk) a short distance from the port. It begins on gravel paths following a steady stream of water. As it develops you walk along metal grating and get spectacular views of the rapids and waterfall. This was very busy with tourists but well worth it all the same. Depending upon the wind direction, there may be some spray in some sections of the path but it was not slippy and could be avoided. Geiranger is the best area I have visited in Norway to see waterfalls and the metal slopes make this one great for large groups. I definitely recommend taking photos on the way up, both of the waterfall itself and the view of the fjord from here. You follow the waterfall a limited way but it is enough to get a good feel of it - so it is especially suitable for cruise passengers with a limited shore time. You end up at the Fjord Center which also has great views in 360 degrees (plus toilets ane a sheltered area from any rain!). Although best in the sunshine, this walk can be done in all weathers with all kinds of people. Bring a camera, but otherwise nothing is required. It should take around half an hour and is well worth it. It is not a circular walk but there are other ways down with similar views. The main problem was the sheer number of tourists but even this didn't affect it too much as crowds are catered for very well. I certainly recommend this easy walk as a great way to experience the area without straying too far from the port.
Written August 16, 2017
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limeyl8e
Laconia, NH106 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
One of the first sights to catch your eye in Geiranger is the Fossevandring, a spectacular, amazingly powerful and beautiful waterfall that thunders down from the high mountain above. Alongside the watercourse, a staircase of approx. 300 steps rises from the village to the top of the falls. There are viewing platforms at strategic spots so that the intricacies of the falls can be seen. Alternatively it is possible to take a bus up into the mountains and walk down from there. My companions and I chose to take the stairs up and the road down, enabling us to get great views from both sides of the falls. We were there in early August when the temperature was pleasantly mild so it was ideal weather for such an activity. If you don't do anything else in Norway make sure you see this breathtaking sight.
Written September 28, 2015
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babe33
Leeds, UK2,806 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
We left the hotel and walked along to the campsight and followed the road round to the left, you come very quickley to the base of the waterfall.
The steps up are all non slip metal and well constructed.....take your time in acsending this area if you are a little un fit. the trail winds itself up to platforms at various stages. I stopped to take photographs and catch my breath. The waterfall is magnificant and so noisy when in full flow....the higher you get the views become more amazing and stunning.
Some fantastic photographs to be taken, but if with the waterfall, becareful camera's dont get wet from the spray. Take water with you if it is hot, very little to buy up at the very top....had to hunt for two ice creams.....Lovely way to spend and hour or two and enjoy amazing scenery...Unfortunately not wheelchair or baby buggy friendly due to the nature of the structure and terrain....You can however go by road to the top to take in the views from there.....
The steps up are all non slip metal and well constructed.....take your time in acsending this area if you are a little un fit. the trail winds itself up to platforms at various stages. I stopped to take photographs and catch my breath. The waterfall is magnificant and so noisy when in full flow....the higher you get the views become more amazing and stunning.
Some fantastic photographs to be taken, but if with the waterfall, becareful camera's dont get wet from the spray. Take water with you if it is hot, very little to buy up at the very top....had to hunt for two ice creams.....Lovely way to spend and hour or two and enjoy amazing scenery...Unfortunately not wheelchair or baby buggy friendly due to the nature of the structure and terrain....You can however go by road to the top to take in the views from there.....
Written August 4, 2014
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farthews
west yorkshire304 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
We called at Gerainger on our ship the Sapphire Princess and took the tender across to the shore. It was a beautiful day with warm sunshine and we decided to go and find the walk to the waterfall Fossenvandring.
There were lots of caravans and camping at the side of the fjord.
Our guide the previous day told us that it was free to camp in Norway.
The closer we got the louder the crashing water was that descended from the top of the mountain.
We decided to take our time walking up hundreds of steps and the viewing platforms.
We were totally in awe of the cascading water, it sounded just like thunder!
We walked to the very top and stopped to take photos.
An awesome afternoon and it didn’t cost us a penny.
We walked back down into the village at the side of the steep,winding road, calling in to look at the church and the beautifully kept graveyard.
When we arrived at the bottom we treated ourselves to delicious ice cream cornets which we ate sat overlooking the Fjord.
What a wonderful afternoon.
There were lots of caravans and camping at the side of the fjord.
Our guide the previous day told us that it was free to camp in Norway.
The closer we got the louder the crashing water was that descended from the top of the mountain.
We decided to take our time walking up hundreds of steps and the viewing platforms.
We were totally in awe of the cascading water, it sounded just like thunder!
We walked to the very top and stopped to take photos.
An awesome afternoon and it didn’t cost us a penny.
We walked back down into the village at the side of the steep,winding road, calling in to look at the church and the beautifully kept graveyard.
When we arrived at the bottom we treated ourselves to delicious ice cream cornets which we ate sat overlooking the Fjord.
What a wonderful afternoon.
Written July 30, 2019
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Joe P
Estes Park, CO294 contributions
Jun 2016
Fossevandring is a cascading waterfall that enters the village of Geiranger on the west side of the shops in town. A set of stairs, 302 by my count, hug the falls between the shore and the visitor center at the top. In my opinion the falls are best appreciated by going up the stairs rather than down. But please know that it's not of question of if you might get wet. You WILL get wet. I ducked my head, attempted to keep my camera dry(ish), and smiled all the way to the top. Very exciting being that close to all that water coming down. From town, head west on the road along the shore, pass the Geiranger Camping store, cross the river, and head left up the path.
Written July 1, 2016
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is there an entry fee for walking by the waterfall and if so, what is the price?
Written April 27, 2023
Sai come si chiama il fiume ( o forse sono due fiumi) che genera la cascata?
Written May 23, 2018
It seems from several comments that one can access this walk from town, not too far from the cruise port, and it then goes all the way to the fjord center museum. Is this correct?
Written March 16, 2018
Yes. Once on land, you walk to the Geiranger camping, over a small bridge, then turn left. You will see and hear the waterfall. You climb along the waterfall by stairs and the Fjord museum is at to top of the stairs.
Written August 23, 2018
Hi - how do we get to the start of the Waterfall walk from where a cruise ship would dock please?
Written January 30, 2018
You can get there two different ways. From the point where you get off your boat onto the docks you can take a steep switchback road up the hill right behind the shops at the dock. Or, you can walk around the front of the town along the water until you come to a campground and take the road up along the river to a staircase that climbs next to the falls. You can make a round trip from either road. Both walks are so beautiful
Written January 30, 2018
If we stay in Geiranger near Hotel Union with rental car, can we just drive to Fossevandring, any car park around ? How long to walk there from car park? and is Fossevandring and Storseterfossen waterfall is the same place ?
Thank you.
Written April 27, 2016
Hallo,
we are going to Geiranger end of May 2016 and would like to do this walk.
How far is it from the place, where the cruise ships stay?
Written March 30, 2016
Howlong does the walk take on average
Written August 24, 2015
Time depends on your fitness, which direction (up or down), how often you pause to take photos of either the view over the fjord or the waterfall, whether you are battling the cruise ship hoards doing the same walk, and whether you visit the Fjordcentre at the top. If you are fit and do it in a hurry before the cruise ship hoards clog up the walkway, 1hr return walk without visiting centre. Worst case (unfit, take lots of photos, battling the cruise ship hoards), 2hrs return. Add another hour to see the Fjord centre (see our review).
Written August 25, 2015
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