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Manafossen Falls and Man Farm

33 Reviews

#3 of 14 things to do in Gjesdal Municipality

Waterfalls, Nature & Parks

Eikeskog, 4330, Norway

+47 51 66 71 70

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“Quick hike to lovely waterfall”

My husband and I love to hike on Mt Desert Island in Maine. I travel to Norway for work and there... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

cherev65

Ellicott City, Maryland

“Most beautiful winter waterfall”

We went there in the middle of march, everything was frozen, it was the simple pure beautiful... read more

Reviewed 16 March 2018

Csaba B

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Manafossen is Rogaland's biggest waterfall and Norway's ninth tallest free fall waterfall. From the parking area you proceed on foot along the southeast bank of the river. The path up to Manafossen is steep and rugged in places. The steepest spots have steps and chains that you can hold on to as you climb. From the path you have a fine view over Manafossen, which has a free fall of 92 metres. The waterfall is protected and is one of Rogaland's biggest tourist attractions. You can continue your trip into Mandal and visit Man farm. This was the first farm that was cleared in Fidjadalen valley - probably already in the early Middle Ages. On the lush grassy slopes around the main building there are numerous remnants of the mountain farm that was in use until 1915. Today the restored farmhouse is the only remaining original building. A new building sleeps 34 persons. In the basement you'll find an exhibition featuring the mountain farm's history, the conservation area Frafjordheiene and the work of the Jaeren Recreational Council. The basement also serves as a heated shelter, where you're welcome to warm up while you eat your lunch when visiting Man farm. Follow the signs from the turnoff at algard, in the direction of Byrkjedal. Parking.

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2 weeks ago

“Quick hike to lovely waterfall”

Mar 16, 2018

“Most beautiful winter waterfall”

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cherev65

Ellicott City, Maryland

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Quick hike to lovely waterfall

My husband and I love to hike on Mt Desert Island in Maine. I travel to Norway for work and there is much here that reminds me of Maine. This hike starts from a parking lot with toilets and the most challenging part is up...More

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Csaba B

Reviewed 16 March 2018 via mobile

Most beautiful winter waterfall

We went there in the middle of march, everything was frozen, it was the simple pure beautiful nature. Much nicer than in the summer time!

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RatingDuo

Brussels, Belgium

18163

Reviewed 8 July 2017 via mobile

Road works

The road is under construction and there is a bigger and longer workaround. If you plan on leaving to visit today (8 July 2017) or tomorrow make sure to check the status of the road. I am sure it is a lovely visit but will...More

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Pia P

Dybvad

Reviewed 26 April 2016 via mobile

A hike to Månafossen and Mån

My hosband and I went on this trip on a rather chilly, sunny day in march. We started out early in the morning, and we were alone on the path all the way to Mån farm. The first half hour of hiking, from the parking...More

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cbrondbo

Stavanger, Norway

179

Reviewed 15 December 2015

For a quick hike, you get an amazing view.

I brought my friend to Månafossen to get out into the Norwegian outdoors early December. It's about an hr drive out of Stavanger and it's an easy, picturesque drive. The roads are wider than the usual mountain roads. When you're about 5-10 mins away from...More

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Tabaiba65

Tenerife, Spain

1010

Reviewed 7 August 2015 via mobile

A must

It is not very known but defitively deserves a visit. Dime partes of the paths are quite difficult, more than Preikestolen.

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AnnabyMaria

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Reviewed 7 August 2015 via mobile

A fun hike

This home was very fun. It involves some minor climbing but it's all good fun. Probably not something someone with a bad knee or anything should do, it is a bit tough but totally worth it. And if you just take it at a slow...More

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Hans V

Boston, Massachusetts

15672

Reviewed 18 July 2015

Best waterfall in the area, worth the detour

first the drive up here is beautiful. There is a 20 NOK fee to park. The hike up can be steep but yoU are rewarded with a great view.

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Misu2006

Bucharest, Romania

10660

Reviewed 14 July 2015

Quite demanding hike

The drive from Stavanger to the starting point of the hike offers beautiful landscapes. The hike is sometimes demanding but at the end you can relax and have a nice time at the Mån farm. From my experience is good to have warm clothes with...More

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Obstencible

Manchester, United Kingdom

319

Reviewed 5 July 2015

Unexpected gem of a hike

Whilst on the 45 to Brykjedal we saw signs to these falls. Arrived at the parking at the base of the climb and were probably the only tourists to pay the parking (we're british get over it). You start by climbing the stone steps and...More