Hardangervidda Nature Centre (Tour A)
Northern Europe Excursions
- £45-55
- 3 hours
- Medium
From the pier at Eidfjord – a tiny quaint village located at the head of the fjord, situated on moraines left behind after the Ice Age – we follow the Eid River, well known for salmon and trout fishing.
From the pier at Eidfjord – a tiny quaint village located at the head of the fjord, situated on moraines left behind after the Ice Age – we follow the Eid River, well known for salmon and trout fishing. We will stop at the Hardangervidda Nature Centre at the upper end of Eidfjord Lake, which focuses on the Hardangervidda National Park – the largest national park in Norway. There are exhibitions on three floors, including interactive displays. A widescreen film can be enjoyed about the fjord, mountains and waterfalls, and there is also a modern aquarium section. Next we journey through the Måbødal Valley. The new road primarily traverses long, modern tunnels, but parts of the old road with its ancient stone bridges occasionally come into view. We reach the Hardangervidda Mountain plateau – the largest mountain plateau in Europe – at 750 metres (2,460 feet). Here all wildlife and vegetation is protected, and herds of reindeer roam (away from our view). The much sought after mountain cloudberry grows at this altitude. Our tour proceeds to Sysen Dam – an impressive sight with its 80 metre (260 feet) high stone wall. We shall walk to the dam to admire the view of the Hardanger Glacier. On the return journey to our ship we will make a slight detour to Fossli, to view the beautiful Vøringfoss Waterfall which has a vertical drop of approximately 200 metres (650 feet). Coffee will be served!
This tour involves some walking around the Nature Centre, and a short but rather steep walk (optional) to see the view at Fossli. The Nature Centre is wheelchair accessible.
DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2008 NORWAY CRUISES
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Snack or meal provided
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Refreshments available
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Free time
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Shopping opportunity
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Wheelchair access
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Swimming opportunity
All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.
