Discover Hardangerfjord by Bike

This Hardanger Fjord Bicycle Tour offers a breathtaking journey through some of Norway’s most stunning landscapes, showcasing magnificent views of fjords, mountains, and glaciers. As you pedal along, you’ll experience these awe-inspiring sights in a leisurely and immersive manner.

The adventure begins with a scenic train ride from Bergen to Voss, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. Hardanger is renowned for being Norway’s primary source of fruits and berries, and your route will take you through picturesque fruit farms. Early summer reveals a burst of colorful blooms, while late summer and fall provide the opportunity to purchase fresh fruit from farm stands by simply leaving your payment in a box.

The tour runs on charming roads with very little traffic, but also on roads with more traffic. You’ll encounter rolling hills, traverse alongside majestic fjords, and even cross via ferry, providing moments of relaxation to soak in the fjord’s breathtaking views. Additionally, you’ll have the thrilling opportunity to pedal across the newly constructed, jaw-dropping Hardanger Fjord Bridge. The tour concludes in the quaint village of Rosendal, where we highly recommend a visit to the historic Barony to round off your memorable journey. From Rosendal the Hardanger Fjord Express offers a great sea voyage back to Bergen. Part of the tour follows Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger.

The tour is not available for last minute bookings. It must be booked minimum 30 days prior to departure.

This trip can be extended with the tour in Sunnhordland for a 11-day cycling trip. You start with this tour (individual arrival Bergen, train from Bergen to Voss) and continue with the Sunnhordland tour. To book this combined tour, please send us an e-mail at info@norwaybybike.com.

Day 1 - Individual arrival in Bergen

Zander K Hotel, Bergen

Bergen is known as the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway, and as both a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, it offers a unique mix of stunning nature, fascinating history, and vibrant urban life throughout the year. Strolling through Bryggen, the old Hanseatic Wharf with its colorful wooden houses, you’ll experience a medieval atmosphere that still lingers among the small museums, shops, cafés, and restaurants found there today.

From the city center, you can take the Fløibanen funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen in just a few minutes. The ride rewards you with panoramic views over Bergen, and once at the top you’ll find hiking trails, a cozy café, and plenty of opportunities for memorable photos. At the heart of the city lies the Fish Market, which has been a lively meeting place since the 1200s. Here you can sample fresh seafood and Norwegian specialties such as salmon or king crab, while also browsing local delicacies, fruit, and souvenirs. After your day of exploring, you will spend the night at Zander K Hotel in Bergen.

Day 2 - Train from Bergen to Voss

Fleischers Hotel, Voss

Breakfast, self-packed lunch and dinner

Train (90 min)

Photo: Jarle Waeler, Statens Vegvesen.

Today you will pick up the rental bikes in Bergen. Train from Bergen to Voss. It is worth spending some extra time on Voss. Voss Gondol is open all year and takes you from the hotel/train station in Voss to Mount Hanguren (820 masl) in under nine minutes.

On the opposite side of Vangsvatnet Lake, you find Bordalsgjelet Gorge. This is a spectacular natural attraction within walking/biking distance from Central Voss. Accommodation awaits at Fleischers Hotel in Voss.

Please note: There is no luggage transfer service in Bergen.

Day 3 - Voss - Ulvik

Brakanes Hotel, Ulvik

Breakfast, self-packed lunch and dinner

43 km

Skjervefossen Waterfall not far from Voss.

The morning starts with breakfast at the hotel. The destination for today is the beautiful village of Ulvik.

From Voss, you start with some uphill cycling to Skjervet, where you ride down the old road, past the spectacular Skjervsfossen Waterfall to Granvin. From here you bike uphill, through Espelandsdalen, and continue down to the beautiful fruit village of Ulvik. Accommodation at Brakanes Hotel, Ulvik.

Day 4 - Discover Ulvik and the Fjord

Brakanes Hotel, Ulvik

Breakfast, self-packed lunch and dinner

20 km

Cycling towards Ulvik. Photo: Lux Stein.

Ulvik is nestled on the shores of the Hardangerfjord, offering visitors spectacular views of the deep blue waters and the surrounding mountains. This is a good place for relaxation or a day full of nature experiences.

Embark on a bicycle tour to Osa, covering 20 kilometers (round trip), and possibly venture further into the mountains. Another alternative is to explore the remarkable cider farms in Ulvik, where you can visit one or more of the three renowned cider producers. Another alternative is scenic boat ride from Ulvik to Eidfjord, followed by a bicycle tour in that area. From Eidfjord, you also have the option to join the Vøringsfossen Sightseeing Tour, which takes you to the Hardangervidda Nature Centre and the impressive Vøringsfossen waterfall. Accommodation at Brakanes Hotel, Ulvik.

Day 5 - Ulvik - Øystese (alternative routes to Norheimsund)

Hardangerfjord Hotel, Øystese

Breakfast, self-packed lunch and dinner

36 km

Steindalsfossen, Norheimsund. Photo: Roger Ellingsen, Statens Vegvesen.

From Ulvik you bike along narrow fjords, to the new and spectacular Hardangerfjord Bridge. The bridge offers an exciting trip across the fjord before continuing south to Kinsarvik. For those in good shape, it's nice to take a detour up the Husa Valley, with magnificent waterfalls and great hiking.

There are several alternative routes from Kinsarvik to Øystese:
1. Boat from Kinsarvik to Norheimsund, bike from Norheimsund to Øystese, 7 km.
2. Ferry from Kinsarvik to Utne, bike to Herand (23 km), boat to Norheimsund, bike to Øystese, 7 km.
3. Ferry from Kinsarvik to Utne and another ferry from Utne to Kvanndal, bike from Kvanndal to Øystese (34 km).

Day 6 - Tørvikbygd - Gjermundshamn - Rosendal

Rosendal Fjordhotel, Rosendal

Breakfast, self-packed lunch and dinner

71 km (ferry 20 min to Årsnes)

Baroniet in Rosendal. Photo: Karen L. Vaaga.

Today you start by biking past Norheimsund to Tørvikbygd, and from there a nice ride along the fjord, to Gjermundshamn (61 km). Some minor climbs, but not much traffic.
Ferry crossing to the south side of the fjord and continue biking from Årsnes to the small village of Rosendal (10 km).

The Baroniet Rosendal is Scandinavia's smallest castle. The barony is centrally located in Rosendal and is renowned for its rich cultural program and its rose garden. Accommodation at Rosendal Fjordhotel.

Day 7 - Bike ride Rosendal-Sunde and Boat to Bergen

Breakfast

31 km (Boat trip 2 h to Bergen)

Fjordcruise Rosendal to Bergen.

Today's cycling route follows the fjord southward, passing through beautiful landscapes dotted with scattered buildings and offering scenic views.

From Sunde, you have a lovely boat trip to Bergen, winding through the picturesque Sunnhordland archipelago, arriving in Bergen at 16:25. A fantastic cruise through the wild and beautiful western Norwegian nature, making it an experience in itself. You return your rental bike at the port in Bergen.

Please note: Luggage transfer to the dock in Sunde. There is no luggage transfer in Bergen.