Guidebook for Voss
Shopping
Daily food shopping, clothes, toys etc
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri 10.00 - 19.00
Sat 10.00 - 18.00
Sun Closed
19 íbúar mæla með
AMFI Voss
25 HardangervegenDaily food shopping, clothes, toys etc
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri 10.00 - 19.00
Sat 10.00 - 18.00
Sun Closed
KIWI Vangen
11 UttrågataDaily food
SPAR Voss
16 UttrågataDaily food
Exclusive for alcohol
Please be informed about law restrictions for the alcohol consumption in Norway
Vinmonopolet
6 SverresplassenExclusive for alcohol
Please be informed about law restrictions for the alcohol consumption in Norway
Sylvsmidja AS
78 Peter Bondes vegJewelry Shop
Getting Around
Hertz
2 Storrviki Rent a Car
15 NOK per hour / 40 NOK per day / Open every day
Entrance to the right from Circle K petrol station
VossaPark
5 Lekvemoen 15 NOK per hour / 40 NOK per day / Open every day
Entrance to the right from Circle K petrol station
www.nettbuss.no
Route: Voss Stasjon - Bulken E16 to check out the timetable.
Cost: 50 NOK per person, one way //
www.skyss.no
Two available routes:
a) Voss togstasjon to Bulken E16 or
b) Voss togstasjon to Bulken Skole.
Both stops are very close to the apartment. Cost: it varies the route
//
Transportation to Voss Ski Resort
Ski Bus is available every day during the winter season free of charge for all visitors from Voss Train Station to Voss Ski Resort.
The timetable is here:
Departure every day from Voss Train Station to Ski Resort at 09.10, 10.00, 11.20
Departure every day from Voss Ski Resort to the Train Station at 14.00, 15.00, 16.00
17 íbúar mæla með
Voss stasjon station
5 Stasjonsvegenwww.nettbuss.no
Route: Voss Stasjon - Bulken E16 to check out the timetable.
Cost: 50 NOK per person, one way //
www.skyss.no
Two available routes:
a) Voss togstasjon to Bulken E16 or
b) Voss togstasjon to Bulken Skole.
Both stops are very close to the apartment. Cost: it varies the route
//
Transportation to Voss Ski Resort
Ski Bus is available every day during the winter season free of charge for all visitors from Voss Train Station to Voss Ski Resort.
The timetable is here:
Departure every day from Voss Train Station to Ski Resort at 09.10, 10.00, 11.20
Departure every day from Voss Ski Resort to the Train Station at 14.00, 15.00, 16.00
Essentials
Voss Taxi
19 UttrågataTransportation
Minibank
3 HestavangenATM
Minibank
3 HestavangenATM
Minibank
3 HestavangenATM located at the main entrance of AMFI Shopping Mall
Apotek 1 Voss
42 VangsgataPharmacy
Voss sjukehus
16 SjukehusvegenHospital +47 56 53 35 00
Emergency Ward +47 11 61 17
Voss Police Station
102 HardangervegenTel: +47 56 52 87 00
Hestavangen dyreklinikk AS
19 HestavangenVET
Tel: +47 56 51 54 00
Voss Sparebank, Vossabanken Nynorskbanken
18 VangsgataCurrency Exchange
Vangsgata 18, Vossevangen
Vekselbanken
24 VangsgataCurrency Exchange
Vangsgata 24, Vossevangen
Voss Tourist Information
Addess: Skulegata 14, Voss
Tel: +47 40 61 77 00
www.visitvoss.no
Voss Tourist Information is located in the town center.
When you travel to Voss you can get good and useful information here. We can also help you with booking of activities and round trips.
8 íbúar mæla með
VisitVoss
3 EvangervegenVoss Tourist Information
Addess: Skulegata 14, Voss
Tel: +47 40 61 77 00
www.visitvoss.no
Voss Tourist Information is located in the town center.
When you travel to Voss you can get good and useful information here. We can also help you with booking of activities and round trips.
Entertainment & Activities
Rafting, Zipline, River boarding, Canyoning, Waterfall Rappelling, Fishing Tours, Hiking Tours
35 íbúar mæla með
Voss Active
25 NedkvitnesvegenRafting, Zipline, River boarding, Canyoning, Waterfall Rappelling, Fishing Tours, Hiking Tours
VossVind Drift AS
28 Oberst Bulls vegindoor skydiving
Vossabadet
14 IdrottsvegenSwimming Pool
Voss Resort Bavallstunet AS
27 BavallstunetVoss Ski Resort
www.vossresort.no
Myrkdalen Hotel
14 TorggataSki Resort
Voss Hang og Paraglider klubb
135 FlyplassvegenVoss Paragliding Club
Skydive Voss
135 FlyplassvegenSkydiving
Voss cinema
6 EvangervegenDrinks & Nightlife
Inside Voss Rock Café
42 UttrågataPianissimo Pianobar
3 UttrågataFood Scene
Tre Brør Kafé og Bar
28 VangsgataCafè Stationen
1-3 UttrågataAlpino Pizzeria
12 StrandavegenPeppes Pizza - Voss
46 VangsgataVossevangen Bodega AS
12 VangsgataMexican food
Vossevangen Grill- & Steakhouse
52 VangsgataVossaBakst AS
23D UttrågataBakery, Coffee Shop, Dessert
Malin Restaurant & Sushibar
12 UttrågataAsian Cuisine
Le Cafe
25 HardangervegenIn the AMFI Mall
Evanger Spekjemat Café
43 UttrågataKringlo
31 VangsgataEnjoy delicious dishes in the heart of Bergen.
Every day offer: eat as much pizza as you like in a fixed price!!!
51 íbúar mæla með
Egon
2 VetrlidsallmenningenEnjoy delicious dishes in the heart of Bergen.
Every day offer: eat as much pizza as you like in a fixed price!!!
Sightseeing & Hiking Tours
Tvindefossen Waterfall
Waterfall
Seimsvatnet
Stunning view right in front of the apartment
Vangsvatnet
Nice place to walk and relax along the lake with spectacular view
Destination: Voss Season: April-August
Difficulty: Easy Distance: 4.8 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 90 meters Duration: 2-3 hours
Information and brochures are available from the Voss tourist information office.
From the town centre you follow the gravel path alongside Vangsvatnet lake towards Prestegardsmoen. Cross the bridge over the river Vosso at the end of Prestegardsmoen. Turn right after the bridge and follow Russarvegen road along the river. The road is marked all the way to Bordalsgjelet.
Bordalsgjelet is a spectacular natural attraction within walking distance from the town centre. The deep and imposing Bordalsgjelet has been adapted for the visiting public with an information board, a viewpoint and benches for resting tired legs. When the ground isn’t hidden by snow it is possible to follow a purposely-built path that guides you to the gorge. Here you can experience an impressive view of the potholes that have been formed by the ice and river over a period of many thousands of years. Always remember to keep to the marked trails for your own safety!
Distance: 5 km and a 90 minute return trip from Voss town centre
Climb: 50 m
Season: May - November
Level of difficulty: Green (easy)
Starting point: Voss town centre / Prestegardsmoen
Map reference: Brochures and hiking maps are available from the Voss tourist information office.
Comments: Follow the purposely-built path towards the gorge and do not attempt to climb over the fence!
Walking (45 min): From the town centre you follow the gravel path alongside Vangsvatnet lake towards Prestegardsmoen. Cross the bridge over the river Vosso at the end of Prestegardsmoen. Turn right after the bridge and follow Russarvegen road along the river. The road is marked all the way to Bordalsgjelet.
By car (10 min): From the town centre, follow Uttrågata and then turn right to Gjernesvegen. Park in the car park on the left.
28 íbúar mæla með
Bordalsgjelet Gorge
Destination: Voss Season: April-August
Difficulty: Easy Distance: 4.8 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 90 meters Duration: 2-3 hours
Information and brochures are available from the Voss tourist information office.
From the town centre you follow the gravel path alongside Vangsvatnet lake towards Prestegardsmoen. Cross the bridge over the river Vosso at the end of Prestegardsmoen. Turn right after the bridge and follow Russarvegen road along the river. The road is marked all the way to Bordalsgjelet.
Bordalsgjelet is a spectacular natural attraction within walking distance from the town centre. The deep and imposing Bordalsgjelet has been adapted for the visiting public with an information board, a viewpoint and benches for resting tired legs. When the ground isn’t hidden by snow it is possible to follow a purposely-built path that guides you to the gorge. Here you can experience an impressive view of the potholes that have been formed by the ice and river over a period of many thousands of years. Always remember to keep to the marked trails for your own safety!
Distance: 5 km and a 90 minute return trip from Voss town centre
Climb: 50 m
Season: May - November
Level of difficulty: Green (easy)
Starting point: Voss town centre / Prestegardsmoen
Map reference: Brochures and hiking maps are available from the Voss tourist information office.
Comments: Follow the purposely-built path towards the gorge and do not attempt to climb over the fence!
Walking (45 min): From the town centre you follow the gravel path alongside Vangsvatnet lake towards Prestegardsmoen. Cross the bridge over the river Vosso at the end of Prestegardsmoen. Turn right after the bridge and follow Russarvegen road along the river. The road is marked all the way to Bordalsgjelet.
By car (10 min): From the town centre, follow Uttrågata and then turn right to Gjernesvegen. Park in the car park on the left.
Destination: Voss Season: June - October
Difficulty: Medium Distance: 12 km (out‑and‑back)
Duration: 5 hours
Level of difficulty: Red (demanding)
Brochures and hiking maps are available from the Voss tourist information office.
The hike from Voss to Gråsidetoppen, via Rosehytta, is a very popular day trip.
You can start the hike from the town centre, but we recommend you to drive to the starting point at Gjelle. Drive past Gjernes on Fv 311 and take left where it is signed to Rio. Continue up the winding road and pass the first couple of farms, you will soon see a gravel road going up to your right (signposted to Roset). Follow the gravel road for about 500 metres (toll road) until you see a cabin and places to park your car next to the road.
To reach Gråsidetoppen (1307 m) follow the Tourist Association trail up the forest to the left of the road, signposted to "Roset" and "Torfinnsheim". When you reach Roset, continue on the trail towards Torfinnsheim. Further up on the mountain it will be signposted to Gråsidetoppen.
When you have reached the summit you can return following the same route or continue on over the summit and onto the T-marked trail towards Torfinnsheim and Hodnaberg. If you choose the last option, make sure you have sorted out transportation from Hodnaberg back to Voss before heading out.
Fauna:
There are a lot of deer in the forest below Gråsida and reindeer can be found in the mountains. You may also see hares in the area. The most common predators are foxes, European pine martens and stoats. You may also occasionally see a lynx.
Birds: You can often spot Western Capercaillie, Black Grouse, Red Grouse and Rock Ptarmigan. The most common of the carnivorous birds are the Common Kestrel, Eurasian Sparrowhawk and Northern Goshawk. In the years where the rodents breed prolifically you may also see a Rough-legged Buzzard.
Fish: The lakes in the area are stocked with trout.
Geology: Granite and gneiss are the most common types of rock in the area.
Distance: About 12 km and 5 hours return journey.
Climb: 900 m.
Season: June - October
Level of difficulty: Red (demanding)
Starting point: Gjelle
Map reference: Voss 1:50 000 (Statens kartverk), Voss 1:25 000 (Ugland IT)
Comments: The gravel road at Gjelle is a toll road, NOK 30 in cash to continue across the gate. T-marked trail. The T-marked trails at Gråsida are quite long and run through high mountain terrain. Hikers must therefore be equipped for poor weather conditions. A map of the area and a compass are essential. If you want to hunt for small game or fish, you need to purchase a license. You can buy this at Voss Tourist information in Voss town centre.
Gråsidetoppen
Destination: Voss Season: June - October
Difficulty: Medium Distance: 12 km (out‑and‑back)
Duration: 5 hours
Level of difficulty: Red (demanding)
Brochures and hiking maps are available from the Voss tourist information office.
The hike from Voss to Gråsidetoppen, via Rosehytta, is a very popular day trip.
You can start the hike from the town centre, but we recommend you to drive to the starting point at Gjelle. Drive past Gjernes on Fv 311 and take left where it is signed to Rio. Continue up the winding road and pass the first couple of farms, you will soon see a gravel road going up to your right (signposted to Roset). Follow the gravel road for about 500 metres (toll road) until you see a cabin and places to park your car next to the road.
To reach Gråsidetoppen (1307 m) follow the Tourist Association trail up the forest to the left of the road, signposted to "Roset" and "Torfinnsheim". When you reach Roset, continue on the trail towards Torfinnsheim. Further up on the mountain it will be signposted to Gråsidetoppen.
When you have reached the summit you can return following the same route or continue on over the summit and onto the T-marked trail towards Torfinnsheim and Hodnaberg. If you choose the last option, make sure you have sorted out transportation from Hodnaberg back to Voss before heading out.
Fauna:
There are a lot of deer in the forest below Gråsida and reindeer can be found in the mountains. You may also see hares in the area. The most common predators are foxes, European pine martens and stoats. You may also occasionally see a lynx.
Birds: You can often spot Western Capercaillie, Black Grouse, Red Grouse and Rock Ptarmigan. The most common of the carnivorous birds are the Common Kestrel, Eurasian Sparrowhawk and Northern Goshawk. In the years where the rodents breed prolifically you may also see a Rough-legged Buzzard.
Fish: The lakes in the area are stocked with trout.
Geology: Granite and gneiss are the most common types of rock in the area.
Distance: About 12 km and 5 hours return journey.
Climb: 900 m.
Season: June - October
Level of difficulty: Red (demanding)
Starting point: Gjelle
Map reference: Voss 1:50 000 (Statens kartverk), Voss 1:25 000 (Ugland IT)
Comments: The gravel road at Gjelle is a toll road, NOK 30 in cash to continue across the gate. T-marked trail. The T-marked trails at Gråsida are quite long and run through high mountain terrain. Hikers must therefore be equipped for poor weather conditions. A map of the area and a compass are essential. If you want to hunt for small game or fish, you need to purchase a license. You can buy this at Voss Tourist information in Voss town centre.
Destination: Voss Season: June-November
Difficulty: Medium Distance: 4.5 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 900 meters Duration: 4-5.5 hours
Information and brochures are available from the Voss tourist information office.
About Finnbunuten
Follow the marked trail to Finnbunuten from Myrkdalen Mountain Resort in Myrkdalen, via Helgatun and Vetlebotn. When you reach the mountain farm Vetlebotn, continue along "Kari Traa ski lift" (the ski lift furtherst east).
This is a family-friendly hike with a trail that is easy to negotiate. However, it is relatively long with the journey to the summit from Voss Fjellandsby/Helgatun measuring 900 meters, and 650 meters from Vetlebotn. The hike can be reduced somewhat by driving along the toll-road to Vetlebotn (700 meters above sea level) and starting the walk from there.
On a clear day you can enjoy magnificent views of glaciers such as Hardangerjøkulen, Jostedalsbreen and Folgefonna. If you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of some reindeer, as the grazing ground in the area surrounding Finnbunuten is vital for the wild reindeer during the summer and autumn months.
Finnbufjellet
Destination: Voss Season: June-November
Difficulty: Medium Distance: 4.5 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 900 meters Duration: 4-5.5 hours
Information and brochures are available from the Voss tourist information office.
About Finnbunuten
Follow the marked trail to Finnbunuten from Myrkdalen Mountain Resort in Myrkdalen, via Helgatun and Vetlebotn. When you reach the mountain farm Vetlebotn, continue along "Kari Traa ski lift" (the ski lift furtherst east).
This is a family-friendly hike with a trail that is easy to negotiate. However, it is relatively long with the journey to the summit from Voss Fjellandsby/Helgatun measuring 900 meters, and 650 meters from Vetlebotn. The hike can be reduced somewhat by driving along the toll-road to Vetlebotn (700 meters above sea level) and starting the walk from there.
On a clear day you can enjoy magnificent views of glaciers such as Hardangerjøkulen, Jostedalsbreen and Folgefonna. If you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of some reindeer, as the grazing ground in the area surrounding Finnbunuten is vital for the wild reindeer during the summer and autumn months.
Destination: Voss Season:June-November
Difficulty: Demanding Distance: 7.9 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 0 meters Duration: 5-6 hours
About Mt. Lønahorgi
Our trip begins with a choice of starting points between Bavallen and Voss Folk Museum. Voss Folk Museum is within walking distance from Voss town centre while Bavallen in the Voss Resort can be reached by road.
From Voss Folk Museum: The first part from the museum takes you up a relatively steep foothpath to the Hanguren restaurant, 660 masl., marked with a T. Continue on the marked path hrough Hanguren on the left-hand side of Valbergstjørni until you eventually meet the road from Bavallen. After following this road for a short distance you will be given the choice of continuing along the road or taking the T-route to the trail crossing at Vådalseggi.
From Bavallen: The hike starts from the parking area at Bavallen. Follow the road until you see the T-route, marked Nyestølen, then continue along this until you come to the trail crossing at Vådalseggi.
The trails from Hanguren and Bavallen meet at Vådalseggi. Follow the road from here to Kvilehytta and then take the T-route to the summit of Lønahorgi.
Comments: Tourist Association route (T) from Bavallen to Hanguren.
The trail is marked during the summer months. However, extensive local knowledge of the area is necessary when travelling in the winter season. The trail to Lønahorgi is long and covers high mountainous terrain where the weather can change suddenly. You must therefore take precautions and carry a map and compass with you at all times.
8 íbúar mæla með
Lønahorgi
Destination: Voss Season:June-November
Difficulty: Demanding Distance: 7.9 kilometers (out‑and‑back)
Elevation Gain: 0 meters Duration: 5-6 hours
About Mt. Lønahorgi
Our trip begins with a choice of starting points between Bavallen and Voss Folk Museum. Voss Folk Museum is within walking distance from Voss town centre while Bavallen in the Voss Resort can be reached by road.
From Voss Folk Museum: The first part from the museum takes you up a relatively steep foothpath to the Hanguren restaurant, 660 masl., marked with a T. Continue on the marked path hrough Hanguren on the left-hand side of Valbergstjørni until you eventually meet the road from Bavallen. After following this road for a short distance you will be given the choice of continuing along the road or taking the T-route to the trail crossing at Vådalseggi.
From Bavallen: The hike starts from the parking area at Bavallen. Follow the road until you see the T-route, marked Nyestølen, then continue along this until you come to the trail crossing at Vådalseggi.
The trails from Hanguren and Bavallen meet at Vådalseggi. Follow the road from here to Kvilehytta and then take the T-route to the summit of Lønahorgi.
Comments: Tourist Association route (T) from Bavallen to Hanguren.
The trail is marked during the summer months. However, extensive local knowledge of the area is necessary when travelling in the winter season. The trail to Lønahorgi is long and covers high mountainous terrain where the weather can change suddenly. You must therefore take precautions and carry a map and compass with you at all times.