Norway · Hordaland
Langfoss
A series of steep cascades tumbles almost the full height of a mountainside directly into Akrafjorden, visible from a roadside pull-off without any hike required. A small sandy beach and picnic area at the base make it one of the most relaxed fjord-waterfall stops on Norway western coast.
A series of steep cascades tumbles almost the full height of a mountainside directly into Akrafjorden, visible from a roadside pull-off without any hike required. A small sandy beach and picnic area at the base make it one of the most relaxed fjord-waterfall stops on Norway western coast.
Langfoss drops 612 metres (2008 ft) on the Langfoss stream. It is a cascade-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Etne, with HAU the closest airport. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy.
Spring snowmelt gives the fullest of its several dramatic drops down the fjordside cliff.
What you can do here
Hiking
From ten-minute boardwalks to multi-day approaches through cloud forest.
Photography
Light angles, moonbows, spray management and the hours that actually work.
When to go
Spring snowmelt gives the fullest of its several dramatic drops down the fjordside cliff.
Entry: Free; roadside picnic area
Getting there
- Base townEtne
- AirportHAU
- CountryNorway
- RegionHordaland, Europe
- AccessEasy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint
On the map
59.7869, 6.2597
Quick answers
How tall is Langfoss?
Langfoss drops 612 metres (2008 feet). It is a cascade-type waterfall on the Langfoss stream.
When is the best time to visit Langfoss?
Peak flow is May to July. Spring snowmelt gives the fullest of its several dramatic drops down the fjordside cliff.
What can you do at Langfoss?
Beyond the viewpoints: hiking and photography. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint.
How do you get to Langfoss?
The usual base is Etne, and the closest airport is HAU. A short walk or roadside viewpoint from there. Free; roadside picnic area.
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