Explore the Hardangerfjord Blog

Discover travel inspiration, activity guides and local stories from Norway’s most iconic fjord.


Our team at Hardangerfjord Adventure shares insider tips on hiking, RIB safaris, fjord floating, ski touring and hidden gems across Norheimsund, Øystese, Ulvik and beyond.

Recent posts

January 10, 2026
Visit Norheimsund in winter, 80–90 min from Bergen. Fjord floating, RIB safari, ski touring, culture in Øystese, and stay at Thon Hotel Sandven.
People doing Fjord Floating in the Hardangerfjord
January 4, 2026
Float calmly on Norway’s Hardangerfjord in winter. A safe, warm, guided experience—no swimming required. A true bucket-list moment with easy reach from Bergen.
January 10, 2026
Visit Norheimsund in winter, 80–90 min from Bergen. Fjord floating, RIB safari, ski touring, culture in Øystese, and stay at Thon Hotel Sandven.
People doing Fjord Floating in the Hardangerfjord
January 4, 2026
Float calmly on Norway’s Hardangerfjord in winter. A safe, warm, guided experience—no swimming required. A true bucket-list moment with easy reach from Bergen.
People in a viewpoint during Fjord to Fjell – Fyksesund Mountain Trail hike
December 18, 2025
Explore iconic and hidden hiking trails in Hardangerfjord, Norway. Join guided experiences like the new Fjord to Fjell – Fyksesund Mountain Trail with Hardangerfjord Adventure.
Panoramic winter view from the mountains in the Hardangerfjord
December 11, 2025
Experience winter in the Hardangerfjord with RIB safaris, Fjord Floating, and snowy adventures surrounded by calm fjords and majestic mountains.
Skier on the way down from a Hardangerfjord montain
September 11, 2025
Plan safe ski touring along the Hardangerfjord: where to go, weather/avalanche checks, how to combine with fjord stays. Close to Norheimsund, Øystese & Ulvik.
A boat travels across a fjord, flanked by lush green mountains under a blue sky.
June 24, 2025
Book early, combine RIB + cider + hiking, and use buses/ferries from Bergen and Voss. Northern shore tips for space and easy logistics. Welcome to the Hardangerfjord
People on a RIB boat in Fyksesund
June 6, 2025
Feel the cliffs and waterfalls of Osafjord, Simadalsfjord and Fyksesund on a guided RIB cruise. What to wear, who it suits, and how to book.
A visit to Hardanger Akvasenter's salmon farm.. Photo: Ruben Soltvedt
June 5, 2025
Discover an ultimate guide to exploring Hardangerfjord with kids. Thrilling RIB safaris, short hikes, fun family parks, exploring exhibitions and more.
Norheimsund by the Hardangerfjord
June 3, 2025
Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, Hardanger Maritime Centre, lovely hikes, fjord promenade and RIB departures. Where to stay and day-trip ideas.
Springtime in Fyksesund, the most narrow branch of the Hardangerfjord
May 29, 2025
Bus 925 from Bergen to Norheimsund or Øystese; Steinsdalsfossen, town stroll, cider lunch and a RIB to Fyksesund—then back by evening.
Photo: Ruben Soltvedt
May 29, 2025
Kabuso & Ingebrigt Vik Museum, Hardangerbadet, Spildegarden cider, and RIB departures by the hotel. Make it a fjord base for 1–2 nights.
A scenic landscape with a lake, island, surrounding forest, and snow-capped mountains.
May 25, 2025
Explore Ulvik - Stay fjord-side, ride orchards, taste local ciders and add a RIB fjord safari cruise. A perfect base to explore the essence of the Hardangerfjord.
The lobby of Brakanes Hotel in Ulvik. Photo: Hanne Trettsveen
May 24, 2025
A comprehensive guide to the best accommodations in the Hardangerfjord region.
Tasting cider from Hardanger in the orchard at Steinstø fruit farm. Photo: Thea Brønlund
May 18, 2025
History from the 13th century, orchard microclimate and where to taste near Øystese/Ulvik—often with lunch stops. A Cider lover’s dream and adventure awaits.
Låtefossen waterfall close to Odda by the Hardangerfjord
May 12, 2025
Discover the breathtaking waterfalls of the Hardangerfjord. From Steinsdalsfossen to hidden cascades along the Hardangerfjord. Best months & tips for powerful flows.
Steinsdalfossen waterfal in Norheimsund
February 28, 2025
Your guide to both known and hidden waterfalls in the Hardangerfjord region. Snowmelt late spring to early summer, plus autumn rain surges.

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