The Best Trails in Hordaland (Norway)

From Bergen to Ulriken

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Marcel Santaló

Distance

10.11mi

Elevation +

3192f

TrailRank

51

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It’s basically the same route that @adonisvl previously posted, but I added some pictures to show the beauty of the journey. A truly remarkable route. Just be aware that the cable car to return to Bergen doesn’t work on ...

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Brøknipa from Vik

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Gijs Henstra

Distance

8.33mi

Elevation +

2913f

TrailRank

51| 4.33

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A relatively gentle, four to six hour hike up to Brøknipa (822 m), starting from the main road along the coast. This peak is located on Osterøya (which, freely translated, means as much as 'The Isle of Cheese). Since it ...

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Rundemanen and Fløyen

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FredrikH

Distance

9.30mi

Elevation +

2733f

TrailRank

49

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First, the route from the city center to Fløyen. It's easy, and fit for families. There is also a road going all the way up. Fløyen is the most famous viewpoint in Bergen, and there are lots of tourists every year. Fløib...

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4 Water falls near Kinsarvik

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jcolladocal

Distance

8.04mi

Elevation +

2093f

TrailRank

48| 4.67

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Amazing path to see 4 waterfalls in the middle of nowhere. We decided to do this path instead of going to Trolltunga. It’s easy and may be more wonderful.

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Introduction walk through historic Bergen, Bryggen, Bergenhus Festung

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Beljaars

Distance

3.98mi

Elevation +

446f

TrailRank

47

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Conveniently located and moderately priced ByGarasjen Parking (150 NOK/day in 2016). Leave the carpark via the 'Bergen Storsenter' shopping mall. Since our visit started with rain we immediatly went for the KODE Kunstmus...

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Blåmanen

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Palmtreeproduction

Distance

4.27mi

Elevation +

801f

TrailRank

45

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Many visitors to Bergen will take the funicular to Mount Floyen, from where a very nice view is to be had across Bergen, the harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. It takes only a little more effort (and about 2 hours of time) t...

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Stølsheimen circular

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Willemvanderbilt

Distance

21.31mi

Elevation +

3488f

TrailRank

45| 4.33

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A short cabin trekking, fit for a (long) weekend, that provides a great sense of solitude. The hike's starting point is easily accesible by car, though quite remote. The final 10 km are over a well-maintained dirt road, ...

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Ulriken via little known, quiet trails

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Gijs Henstra

Distance

3.92mi

Elevation +

1998f

TrailRank

44

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This hike starts at the far end of the road along lake Svartediket. On the way up to Ulriken the trail follows a relatively steep ridge with excellent views of Bergen City and Isdalen valley. Once at the radio tower (tha...

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Trolltunga

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Igorkhm

Distance

13.82mi

Elevation +

4327f

TrailRank

44| 4.0

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Trolltunga is one of the most spectactular scenic cliffs in Norway. Trolltunga is situated about 1100 meters above sea level, hovering 700 metres above lake Ringedalsvatnet in Skjeggedal. The view is breathtaking. The hi...

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Stalheim - Nåli

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Igorkhm

Distance

3.43mi

Elevation +

1135f

TrailRank

43| 4.34

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This hike is relatively easy and takes approximately one hour each way. The path to Nåli is well marked with information boards regarding the hike. There is also information of the surrounding countryside, both at the s...

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Hjølmo- Veigdalen, spectacular views

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theoduijkers

Distance

7.22mi

Elevation +

1276f

TrailRank

43

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Hjølmo- Veigdalen, spectacular views of Hardangervidda on the east side of the trail. Very difficult way driving up with a camper van.

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Buer glacier

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Igorkhm

Distance

4.12mi

Elevation +

1539f

TrailRank

43| 4.67

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The Buer glacier is an arm of the majestic Folgefonna glacier, Norway's third largest glacier. From the center of Odda it is about 8 kilometers to Buer. From the parking lot you can already see the glacier from a distan...

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Finse - Geiterygghytta

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JoGab

Distance

23.00mi

Elevation +

3661f

TrailRank

43

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First day: Finse - Geitrygghytta - 16 km. The trek is very well marked, peaceful. Crossing of small streams by jumping from rock to rock. You should wear proper shoes (suitable for trekking). This is the first part of t...

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Ulriken

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FredrikH

Distance

3.36mi

Elevation +

1470f

TrailRank

43

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This is the highest of the seven mountains, and can offer a great view towards the city. It's possible to walk from Ulriken to Fløyen along the famous trail called "Vidden". The trail to Ulriken starts on a road. When co...

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Algrøyna circular

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Willemvanderbilt

Distance

3.17mi

Elevation +

863f

TrailRank

42| 5.0

A very easy and rewarding lazy-sunday afternoon hike with a bunch of great beaches for fishing or bbq'ing. And very peaceful as well, with only a bunch of very cute Norwegian sheep to keep you company (they keep on stari...

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Trolltunga

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kroatinn

Distance

17.47mi

Elevation +

4928f

TrailRank

42| 5.0

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Hike to Trolltunga. We took a wrong turn on the way up as the markings point to huts instead of Trolltunga. This lengthened our trip about 2 hours (8 km) but as the view was very nice there also this wasn't really a prob...

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Tveitafossen, Nyastølfossen, Nykkjesøyfossen and a glipse of Sotefossen

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Martin Schlender

Distance

7.04mi

Elevation +

2044f

TrailRank

42

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The trail starts at the big parking space (often used from campers). You can´t park at the power plant. From the powerplant and the first waterfall Tveitafossen the path follows the pipe directly straight up. From there ...

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Ulriken - Floyen

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Willemvanderbilt

Distance

9.13mi

Elevation +

1444f

TrailRank

42| 5.0

Quite literally a walk in the park...of the city of Bergen. But, even without the added bonus of finishing down-town with a latte or a brew, this hike is spectaculair in its own right.The Ulriken cable-car that takes you...

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Skjeggedal

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Eduardo Seiti de Oliveira

Distance

12.81mi

Elevation +

2556f

TrailRank

42

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Hiking to Trolltunga, using the bus to go til parking area P3 (after the 4 km uphill) - unless you really have extra energy to burn, it is totally worthwhile the 130 NOK per person. Don't forget to book online, since you...

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Beautiful walk Måbødalen and Vøringsfossen

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Beljaars

Distance

7.60mi

Elevation +

2110f

TrailRank

41| 3.0

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Large parking areas are available at Måbø and Vøringsfoss Kafetaria. Best option is Måbø, so the ascend will be at the start of your walk. The walk is well signposted and marked, mostly with red paint. After a short stro...

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Utne

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bartromgens

Distance

9.13mi

Elevation +

2802f

TrailRank

41

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Hike with beautiful views over both sides of the fjord. In early May, there was a lot (50-100 cm) of snow starting from 400 m. This should pose no problem (but a challenge) to the fit and experienced hiker, but some s...

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Koldal

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Martin Schlender

Distance

6.36mi

Elevation +

1598f

TrailRank

41| 5.0

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Parking on Byrkjenes (30 NOK to pass a fence). From there follow the trail to Koldal (blue tour). The netto km should be less than 10 because we took some extra km to take pictures and search for the way back (you can se...

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Keiserstien to Breidablik cabin on the Folgefonna glacier

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Willemvanderbilt

Distance

6.54mi

Elevation +

4196f

TrailRank

40| 4.67

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Nothing short of a classic in the Hordaland area of Norway, this walk takes you from apple orchards to eternal ice in 1300 vertical meters. The trail up there is a relic from the earliest cruise tourists visiting Norway ...

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Televag, Sotra, Hordaland

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Willemvanderbilt

Distance

6.62mi

Elevation +

1089f

TrailRank

40

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A beautiful coastal walk through heathlands around the fishing town of Televag, Sotra, that takes approximately 3 hours. Part of the route overlaps with the Nordsjøløypa and is well-signposted. Elevation differences are ...

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Melkeplassen-Løvstakken-Storavatnet-Melkeplassen

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snaiferberg

Distance

3.99mi

Elevation +

1227f

TrailRank

40

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The track follows the easy route to Løvstakken from Melkeplassen following the 7-Mountain-Route. From Løvstakken a non-marked path is taken to reach Storavatnet. This part of the path is very steep and goes through a ...

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