CNN and Budget Travel once listed Langfoss among the ten most beautiful waterfalls globally.
The total drop of 612 meters is broken into several tiers rather than a single vertical plunge.
Langfoss is one of the few major waterfalls in Norway that has not been exploited for hydroelectric energy.
The water spray from the falls is powerful enough to require frequent cleaning of the nearby E134 highway.
The mountain surrounding the falls is a popular hiking destination with a trail that leads to the top of the waterfall.
Langfoss is a 612-meter high waterfall located on the southern side of the Åkrafjorden in Norway. It is classified as the fifth-tallest waterfall in Norway and the 16th-tallest in the world. The waterfall is fed by the Langfossen river, which originates from the Votna lake. Unlike many other waterfalls in the region, Langfoss remains unregulated by hydroelectric power plants, maintaining its natural water flow. It plunges directly into the Åkrafjorden, creating a massive water spray that reaches the E134 road. In 2011, CNN/Budget Travel named Langfoss one of the world's most beautiful waterfalls. The surrounding mountainsides are characterized by steep, mossy rock faces and dense vegetation.
The dedicated rest area on the side of the E134 highway offers a direct, unobstructed view of the waterfall's full height.
Bring a waterproof jacket, as the spray from the waterfall frequently mists the parking area and roadside.
Use the dedicated rest area parking on the north side of the fjord to view the falls safely.
Wear hiking boots with good grip if you plan to ascend the marked trail alongside the falls.
Attempting to climb the rock face adjacent to the falls instead of using the marked hiking path.
Stay on marked trails to avoid damaging sensitive mountain vegetation and to ensure personal safety on slippery rocks.
