Trolltunga is one of the most spectacular mountain formations in the world, attracting over 100,000 tourists annually.
Trolltunga is approximately 1100 meters above sea level, and “floats” 700 meters above Ringedalsvannet. Tyssedal Hotell is the closest hotel to Trolltunga. Start early to not have long wait to take the popular picture. From us it is about 10 minutes by car to the starting point of the trip.
Activities in our area
Explore the nature!
Take the world coolest selfie!
Trolltunga
Historic viewpoint in Tyssedal
LILLETOPP
For a stunning view over Tyssedal and the Fjord, you can hike to the watchman’s house at Lilletopp, in Tyssedal. At the top you will see the distribution dam, the dry tunnels and the start of the penstocks that delivered water to the turbines at NVIM. The most adventurous and demanding journey to Lilletopp is climbing the Via Ferrata, which includes hiking up metal bars drilled into the rock.
Try summerski!
FOLGEFONNA GLACIER
Fonna is one of Europe’s premier summer ski centres located at 1200m above sea level on Folgefonna in Hardanger.
There is a range of activities in and near Folgefonna National Park such as ski slopes for the whole family, varied freestyle ski parks and cross-country trails.
From the top of the ski lift (1470m) there is a spectacular view of the glacier, the Hardanger Fjord and North Sea.
The summer season at Fonna lasts from April to October.
Great regional history
THE NORWEGIAN MUSEUM OF HYDRO POWER AND INDUSTRY
The beautiful power station at the fjord is a monument of the hydropower adventure that started in 1906. Today it is a museum with guided tours, activities, exhibitions and multimedia shows. There are tailored programs for groups, meetings and seminars.
The tour to the beautiful station tells the story of hydropower development and the growth of modern Norway. Don’t miss this historic attraction!
Famous
ART COLLECTION IN THE HOTEL
The hotel also has a large collection of original paintings by Norwegian artists. Our famous art collection consists of paintings by Nils Bergslien but also “Garnbinderen” by Christian Krogh. We also have paintings by Morten Muller, Hans Dahl, Anders Askvoll and more. The famous artist, Nils Bergslien, used to live at Tyssedal Hotel, painting pictures for food and accommodation.
In his works, you meet trolls and fairytale creatures. Ask the staff for a guided tour!