Vettisfossen waterfall
Hike description
Vettifossen is the tallest protected waterfall in Northern Europe, with a free fall of 275 metres. Vettifossen has been named Norway’s most beautiful waterfall, and for good reason! The most common way of reaching the waterfall is by travelling to Vetti via “Folkevegen”, which translates as The Road of the People or The People’s Road and is named as such because it has been built by “the people” on a voluntary basis. From Vetti, a path will take you the rest of the way to the waterfall.
The hike takes approximately 3-4 hours and is rich in nature experiences. The waterfall is also mentioned in the literature.
In his book «Under Storen» Jan Schwarzott writes:
“By showing its uniquely perfect creation, the waterfall of Vettisfossen invites you to experience what cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Despite being of enormous proportions, the queen herself lets you view her from any angle imaginable, ever offering an unrestricted view of the whole, straight fall.”
- STARTING AND END POINT: HJELLE
- PARKING: HJELLEFOSSEN WATERFALL
- KM: 13,5 KM (DOWNSIDE) IN TOTAL
- INFORMATION AT THE PARKING
- ASCENT: 75 – 350 MASL
- TOTAL WALKING TIME: 4 HOURS
