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Stalheimsfossen

Waterfall

Near the Stalheim Hotel in Vestland, Stalheimsfossen plunges beside the steep Stalheimskleiva road; tourists stop for dramatic waterfalls and valley viewpoints along the route.

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Stalheimsfossen essentials

Address: Stalheim, Voss Municipality area, Vestland, Norway
Hours: Open access year-round; services and facilities seasonal
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About Stalheimsfossen

Stalheimsfossen is a waterfall near the village of Stalheim in Vestland county, Norway. It is one of several notable waterfalls in the narrow valley around Stalheim.

Views of the waterfall are available from roadside vantage points and nearby viewpoints that look down the valley. The falling water and the steep valley sides create a dramatic roadside scene visited by people travelling the Stalheim area.

The waterfall is a natural feature of the valley formed by glacial and fluvial processes; it has long been noted on travel routes through the area. It has been a named local landmark for centuries as routes developed through the valley.

Stalheimsfossen sits close to the village of Stalheim in Vestland, western Norway, above a steep valley that links fjord-side areas with inland routes. It is accessible from the road that runs through the valley.

  • Accessibility: Easily seen from the road through Stalheim and from nearby viewpoints, making it accessible for day visitors.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Stalheimsfossen

Summer and early autumn are the most reliable for road access and hiking.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Full access to mountain roads and hiking trails; lush greenery surrounds the falls.
Early autumn
September-October · 5-12°C
Clearer light and fewer tourists; the valley's colours begin to change.

Weather & Climate near Stalheimsfossen

Climate

Stalheimsfossen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1320 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 17 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -5° - -1° -5° 152 mm overcast 94% 1.9 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor -5° - 0° -5° 114 mm overcast 93% 1.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
March Poor -3° - 2° -3° 103 mm overcast 91% 1.9 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Poor 0° - 6° 1° 59 mm overcast 88% 2.1 m/s 0.8 moderate 14.4h
May Acceptable 5° - 12° 7° 55 mm overcast 84% 1.8 m/s 1.2 high 17.0h
June Good 8° - 16° 12° 64 mm overcast 80% 1.6 m/s 1.3 high 18.5h
July Good 10° - 18° 14° 74 mm overcast 81% 1.5 m/s 1.3 high 17.8h
August Acceptable 10° - 17° 13° 96 mm overcast 83% 1.4 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.4h
September Poor 6° - 12° 9° 145 mm overcast 88% 1.5 m/s 0.5 low 12.7h
October Poor 3° - 7° 4° 147 mm overcast 91% 1.6 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor -1° - 2° -1° 148 mm overcast 95% 1.6 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor -4° - 0° -4° 163 mm overcast 95% 1.5 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Stalheimsfossen

Accessible by car via the E16 highway from Voss or Gudvangen; local buses between Bergen and Oslo stop at points near Stalheim. The viewpoint and hotel area provide the principal access points for short walks to view the falls.

Tips for Visiting Stalheimsfossen

  • Approach from the Stalheim Hotel viewpoint for the classic postcard composition-river, road hairpins, and the waterfall.
  • Wear footwear with good grip; the path near the falls can be slick from mist.
  • Bring a wide-angle lens-there is a lot of vertical drama to compress into a frame.