Attractions in Voss
Explore the variety of nature and culture attractions in Voss!
There are many attractions and places to explore in Voss. We have the biggest and most modern gondola in North of Europe. At Voss Folk Museum the old farm buildings are standing just as they were when people lived and farmed here several hundred years ago. Bordalsgjelet Gorge is a beautiful and unique nature attraction, where you can see how the ice and water has shaped the landscape over thousands of years.
The attractions of Voss lies before you - what do you want to explore first?
View from the gondola | Photo: Hunnalvatn Media
Voss Folk Museum | Photo: Visit Voss
Bordalsgjelet Gorge | Photo Svein Ulvund
Nature
If you want to explore our nature up close we recommend visiting one of the waterfalls around Voss, like Tvindefossen eller Skjervsfossen. Bordalsgjelet is within walking distance from the town center and even the walk there is scenic and beautiful. A trip to Stalheimskleiva is also a must. This is one of the steepest roads in northeren Europe.
Culture
Voss has a lot of history - luckily it is well perserved. In Finnesloftet you can experience a feast hall from year 1295! A visit to Vangskyrkja, the curch in the centre of Voss from year 1277 is also recommended. At Voss Folkemuseum, Mølstertunet, you can get a wonderful insight into our history.
Museums, galleries and exhibits in the Voss region:
Bergslitræet - museum & café
Bergslitræet is a small museum in Prestegardsmoen, featuring the painter Knud Bergslien and the wood carver Brynjulf Bergslien (brother). Have you seen the Karl Johan statue in front of the palace? It was created by Brynjulf Bergslien! Bergslitræet is part of the Bergslien Trail—and it houses a museum, café, and museum shop.
Season: open from June until mid-September, with free admission. Sundays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Hedleberget
Hedleberget is a slate quarry in Voss, filled with history and scenic views. There is a beautiful culture walk which starts at Voss Bryggeri (brewery)and thakes you around the slate quarry. The walk is 2,3 km and the roundtrip takes approximately one hour. Guiding is available on request.
Where to located the different sights:
Immerse yourself in nature and culture
Have you truly experienced Voss if you haven’t been hiking during summer or skiing during winter? With the gondola, the mountains in Voss are accessible to everyone, and at Myrkdalen Ski School they even offer sitski classes. In Voss, both nature and activities should be accessible to all. Most activities are adaptable for different needs - just ask.
Here are some experiences you shouldn’t miss while visiting Voss:
The food scene
Voss offers an impressive variety of restaurants and culinary experiences. Many places focus on local food and ingredients sourced close to home.
Here’s a selection of restaurants and cafés with at least 25% local food on the menu.
