Gytrifossen waterfall
A wonderful walk in lush western Norwegian nature. Area: Oldedalen valley Type: Hike/walk Classification: Medium Length: 2.0 km, 1 hour Season: May–October
Gytrifossen is one of the many wild waterfalls in Oldedalen. The waterfall is tucked away at the back of the lush Gytridalen valley. The walk starts from a marked starting point at Gryta Camping in Oldedalen. The trail leads partly along a forest road on the right side (north side) of the river. There’s a view of the glacier all the way up to the waterfall. It’s worth taking a detour to the viewpoint Nedreholten, which offers beautiful views across the Oldedalen valley. The walk features western
Gytrifossen is one of the many wild waterfalls in Oldedalen. The waterfall is tucked away at the back of the lush Gytridalen valley. The walk starts from a marked starting point at Gryta Camping in Oldedalen. The trail leads partly along a forest road on the right side (north side) of the river. There’s a view of the glacier all the way up to the waterfall. It’s worth taking a detour to the viewpoint Nedreholten, which offers beautiful views across the Oldedalen valley. The walk features western Norway’s lush countryside and is child-friendly (suitable for ages 8 and over). It’s also possible to walk higher up in the valley and onto Rabbfjellet mountain, although we recommend travelling with local guides familiar with the glacier and mountain.
Directions:
Drive from the centre of Olden towards Briksdalen. Once at Gytri, park at Olden Camping Gytri.
Directions:
Drive from the centre of Olden towards Briksdalen. Once at Gytri, park at Olden Camping Gytri.
Info:
- Phone number (booking): +47 57874040
- Phone number: +47 57874040
- Contact person name: Visit Nordfjord
- Contact person email: booking@nordfjord.no
- Visiting address: Oldedalsvegen 1296 Postal Address: 6788 Oldedalen
Attributes
Summer
Spring
Autumn