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    Manafossen Falls and Man Farm

    32 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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    “Most beautiful winter waterfall”

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

    Reviewed March 16, 2018
    Csaba B
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    “Road works”

    The road is under construction and there is a bigger and longer workaround. If you plan on leaving... read more

    Reviewed July 8, 2017
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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.

    About Manafossen Falls and Man Farm

    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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    Mar 16, 2018
    “Most beautiful winter waterfall”
    Jul 8, 2017
    “Road works”
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    Reviewed March 16, 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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    Reviewed July 8, 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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    Reviewed April 26, 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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    Reviewed December 15, 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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    Reviewed August 7, 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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    Reviewed August 7, 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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    Reviewed July 18, 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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    Reviewed July 14, 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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    Reviewed July 5, 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

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    Reviewed January 25, 2015
    Lovely point of waterfall.

    We visited this special waterfall, coming out of a roundish hole in the mountain and just drops strait down abount 50 metres and runs down as a bobbly river to the coast. There are now a great parking space (for a fee to keep the...More

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