Overview
Voss is Norway's adventure capital, nestled between the Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord in Hordaland county. The village (Vossevangen) sits at 50 meters above sea level, surrounded by rivers, mountains, and lakes at the eastern end of Vangsvatnet.
Day Trips · Festivals · Nature · Skiing · Trekking
Before you go
Activities
World-class skiing (Myrkdalen ranked 5th in Norway), rafting, paragliding, and Extreme Sports Week festival.
Connectivity
Type C/F power (230V/50Hz). Good mobile coverage in town; WiFi at most accommodations.
Language
Norwegian is the language. English widely spoken in tourism areas.
Money
Norway uses Norwegian Krone (NOK/kr). Cards widely accepted; cash rarely needed even at markets.
Transport
Voss is on Bergen-Oslo railway (1 hr from Bergen, 6 hr from Oslo). E16 and Route 13 intersect here.
Weather
Sheltered climate with drier winters than Bergen. Summers warm, winters cold with good snow at Myrkdalen.