"Hardangervidda's great wilderness" Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark by evaanna

Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark Travel Guide: 17 reviews and 48 photos

Hardangervidda's total wilderness - Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark

Totally deprived of any signs of human activity, the mountain plateau of Hardangervidda has a mesmerising efffect on anybody who sees it for the first time. We had already crossed it once five years ago but we couldn't resist seeing it again two years later on our way from Bergen. The desolate character of the place makes it an ideal place for people who seek peace, clear air and, in the case of trekkers or cyclists, do not need the company of other people. You hardly meet anybody there.
And this year we went along the western edge of Hardangervidda in Hardanger, admiring the beautiful scenery of the fjord and spending a night at the village of Kinsarvik, with a most interesting church and boat trips on the fjord starting from the port there.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Wonderful views, clean air, open spaces
Cons:Desolateness of the area (if you think it's a disadvantage)
In a nutshell:Nature at its best

Last visit to Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark: Aug 2005
Intro Updated Oct 16, 2005
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Reviews (10)

The Latefossen Waterfall - Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark

The Valley of the Seven Waterfalls Things to Do (5)

The Valley of the Seven Waterfalls (Oddadalen) forms the western border of Hardangervidda. You can see a few of the... more travel advice

Ferry on the Hardangerfjord - Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark

Boats from Kinsarvik Transportation (1)

Kinsarvik is a good starting point for hiking on the Hardangervidda plateau but it is also a port with a ferry terminal.... more travel advice

Marina at Kinsarvik - Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark

The Marina at Kinsarvik Sports & Outdoors (1)

The marina at Kinsarvik offers great opportunities for boat lovers. You can take a trip in a boat along two fjords: the... more travel advice

The Day of Judgment: the Archangel and the devils - Hardangervidda Nasjonalpark

The treasures of Kinsarvik Church Things to Do (5)

Kinsarvik church is well worth a visit inside. I was truly amazed that a place harbouring such treasures was open and... more travel advice

Hotels (2)
See All Right by the fjord

Shopping (1)
Sami stalls on Hardangervidda

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Yaqui Nov 18, 2010 at 9:04 AM

Such beautiful landscapes! The motel cabins looks so charming. The falls look spectacular! Wonderful page!
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balhannah Apr 19, 2010 at 2:02 AM

What a gem I found! Loved this page, just the type of scenery I like, especially the waterfalls, they look fantastic! The campground, what a view, I wouldn't want to leave!
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Gili_S Feb 17, 2010 at 8:22 AM

Interesting place. I know nothing about Norway national parks in the south, maybe this is a good park to start with.
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LoriPori Oct 20, 2009 at 3:53 AM

What an amazingly beautiful area. Love the mountain views from the campsite. And such cute cabins to stay in.
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lynnehamman Jul 28, 2009 at 4:47 PM

Ewa - stunning scenery in this pristine area of Scaninavia.And long daylight hours toadmire it. Kinsarvik Church looks really interesting. That lake near cabins is picture perfect. Thanks for sharing.
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willy_wonka Jul 23, 2009 at 12:21 AM

this looks like such beautiful peaceful countryside, that i would love to visit! those little cabins look awesome!
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Nemorino Jan 2, 2009 at 1:37 PM

I enjoyed reading your tips about Hardangervidda's total wilderness. It really does look like Nature at its best!
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deecat Dec 27, 2008 at 3:49 PM

This desolate place comes "alive" through your well-written tips. I especially enjoyed the information on the Kinsarvik Church.
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Ekaterinburg Feb 18, 2007 at 6:43 AM

Norway looks spectacularly wild and beautiful.If I go to Scandinavia this summer I must try and include it on my itinerary. The cost of living there scares me off but you have some very practical acomodation tips :))
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Bwana_Brown Jan 27, 2007 at 7:56 AM

An excellent page on this very beautiful part of Norway! It sounds like a great place to get away to for some relaxation while enjoying the fresh airs. As you say, Kinsarvik church is an amazing find out there in the wilderness!