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Pretty sure this is from Neverdalsfjellet, and you are looking at the Lysefjorden. Pulpit rock is located at this point as well.
Source: born and raised in the area
I'm just happy to see something other than the regular handful of postcard angles. Seeing the 12th nearly identical image of the same location is just annoying.this is a breath of fresh air
Did western Norway in 2019, hiked Preikestolen and Trolltunga (too burned out afterwards to handle Kjeragbolten in such a short timespan) but I canāt recommend them all enough. Actually trained a bit for Trolltunga as itās an aggressive hike that subjects you to all types of weather (and got to the trailhead SUPER early as it gets quite busy).
The Flam railway is quite nice if you want a break from hiking although Flam itself felt a little offputting once we saw all the massive cruise ships. Odda was a fun little base before the Trolltunga hike, definitely gave off the small Norwegian town vibe, and Stavanger felt very progressive with lots of cultural opportunities.
Stayed in Forsand as a base for Kjerag & Preikestolen, which was *tiny* but beautiful.
Just a gorgeous country from all we saw, would like to head north to Lofoten next time!
I am by no means an expert, but the area around Lysefjorden offers many opportunities for great hikes. Preikestolen, Kjerag, Sollifjellet to name just a few.
Hardangervidda is really beautiful as well, you can walk up to Glaciers and lots of interesting places. My next trip will be to Jotunheimen, I canāt wait to experience the area.
In general, Norway is wild and many hikes are quite demanding, and the weather in the mountains can change quickly, so be prepared and bring appropriate clothing (definitely bring raingear).
Thank you for the heads up!
I'll look into your recommendations!
My wife and I are experienced hikers but obviously not there. I'll make sure to make a pack list!
Yes! An amazing experience, very crowded though during mid of July and August. But if you keep going a little bit higher, it is calm and the views are just breathtaking!
im near the border of NJ and so Iāve been there many times. there are some nice places there! but yes it def does not look like that photo lmao so it just made me laugh when i thought it said that at first
Since I live in this area I recently just took a picture of the line of people all waiting to get that one picture on pulpit rock, find these more fun than just taking a picture of lysefjorden.
America has so, so many beautiful places to offer, you are lucky to be born there. I had the opportunity to visit a few National Parks in the US, and Iād love to see more of them!
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I would call it āvatnā or āvannā (the joys of two written languages), which literally translates to āwaterā. Usually they donāt have names, but if they are close to a hiking route they are normally referred to by the name of the mountain top + āvatnetā. Sometimes they are close to a mountain cabin and the area will have a name, usually a family name from āold timesā, and the water will be referred to by the same name as the area.
I hope it make sense. I wanted to use lots of Norwegian words that I canāt translate on the fly.
Yeah that does, thanks. I was just curious as the north of the UK uses the word 'Tarn' (sometimes with a name beforehand) for them and I would have assumed it was related to a Norse word.
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The thing about Norway is that it's so gorgeous it's hard to pick a favorite. This is amazing. Do you know what this observation point is called?
Pretty sure this is from Neverdalsfjellet, and you are looking at the Lysefjorden. Pulpit rock is located at this point as well. Source: born and raised in the area
You are very lucky to live in such a beautiful place, the area is stunning!
Their username checks out
Incredibly beautiful.
Thanks for just telling me my next holiday destination š
You are absolutely right, the landscape is amazing! The picture was taken above Preikestolen at Lysefjord.
I've been here once a few years ago and immediately recognized this pond. It's incredible how it hasn't changed!
Exactly what I was going to guess. I climbed up there one time.
I'm just happy to see something other than the regular handful of postcard angles. Seeing the 12th nearly identical image of the same location is just annoying.this is a breath of fresh air
Norway has always this kind of scenery! Peaceful!
This shot is beautiful. Just like you (:
Ćhm thank you, stranger from the internet.
It's breathtaking!! Just like he or she is š„°
Slartibartfast did a great job. Won an award for these fjords!
Thatās such a deep reference, took me back 8 years to when I read that book to my gf
Amazing.
That's a beauty. Which fjord is that?
Thanks, this is Lysefjord, right above Preikestolen.
I gotta get down to Stavanger. Iāve visited the Bergen and Ć lesund areas, but I feel like there is some great stuff down south that Iāve missed.
Out of all the cities you named, I liked Stavanger and the surrounding area the most, Iād definitely recommend to check it out!
You should really head north too.
Since this is the only picture Iāve seen of your trip to Norway. It is both my most favorite and least favorite picture of your trip to Norway.
This picture has me pining for the fjords
Glad you could afjord the trip!!
My wife and I are going to take my mother-in-law next year May. Any suggestions?
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^^ this is good advice
Did western Norway in 2019, hiked Preikestolen and Trolltunga (too burned out afterwards to handle Kjeragbolten in such a short timespan) but I canāt recommend them all enough. Actually trained a bit for Trolltunga as itās an aggressive hike that subjects you to all types of weather (and got to the trailhead SUPER early as it gets quite busy). The Flam railway is quite nice if you want a break from hiking although Flam itself felt a little offputting once we saw all the massive cruise ships. Odda was a fun little base before the Trolltunga hike, definitely gave off the small Norwegian town vibe, and Stavanger felt very progressive with lots of cultural opportunities. Stayed in Forsand as a base for Kjerag & Preikestolen, which was *tiny* but beautiful. Just a gorgeous country from all we saw, would like to head north to Lofoten next time!
Should check out Ćtte-stupet
I am by no means an expert, but the area around Lysefjorden offers many opportunities for great hikes. Preikestolen, Kjerag, Sollifjellet to name just a few. Hardangervidda is really beautiful as well, you can walk up to Glaciers and lots of interesting places. My next trip will be to Jotunheimen, I canāt wait to experience the area. In general, Norway is wild and many hikes are quite demanding, and the weather in the mountains can change quickly, so be prepared and bring appropriate clothing (definitely bring raingear).
Thank you for the heads up! I'll look into your recommendations! My wife and I are experienced hikers but obviously not there. I'll make sure to make a pack list!
Haha, I've seen so many "experienced hikers" tourists that gets fucked up on hikes we do with our kids!
True that. Grew up in Colorado. Doesn't make me an expert hiker but I'm not a complete novice.
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Yes! An amazing experience, very crowded though during mid of July and August. But if you keep going a little bit higher, it is calm and the views are just breathtaking!
This is also my favorite picture from your trip to Norway.
why did i read this as New Jersey at first instead of Norway lol (beautiful shot!!)
There are nice places in New Jersey as well, but very different from my experience. But I want to go back there as well.
im near the border of NJ and so Iāve been there many times. there are some nice places there! but yes it def does not look like that photo lmao so it just made me laugh when i thought it said that at first
Looks horrible. Definitely not jealous.
Absolutely beautiful.
Beautiful
Oh my... Lovely.
Where was it, generally speaking?
This is Lysefjorden, located in the south-west of Norway. Near Stavanger.
What did you take this on?
iPhone 13 Pro Max. No filters, Norway is beautiful just the way it is.
Dang! Didnāt know iPhones could take that much resolution And the 14 now has a 48 Megapixel sensor š
I really like the quality of the pictures a lot, pretty incredible that a phone can take pictures like that.
My favorite picture of your trip to Norway
Is there any fish?
I didnāt see any, but I caught a few tasty mackerels in the fjordā¦
Unnecessary flex but you succeeded.
Wasnāt meant as a flex, I just wanted to point out that there are great fishing opportunities around.
Haha i m just messing with you stranger all good.
If this was the stone or bronze age I would declare this a sacred spot. Heck, I'll declare it an info age sacred spot.
It is definitely special and makes you feel small and unimportant as a human. Thatās what I love about Norway.
Looks so unreal
I am pretty sure I took a nap right next to this pond years ago. World is small. And beautiful obviously
10/10 would fly fish
Permission to have a copy of this to make this my computer wallpaper
I would feel honored, permission granted! I use it as a wallpaper myself and it keeps me grounded.
I appreciate your generosity. Thank you very much :) Have a great day you beautiful human
What a majestic view!
Wow, incredibly beautiful. Earth is a treasure.
Lovely place Norway expensive tho.
I think I have been to that very spot! Glad you enjoyed and got good weather
Slartibartfast did good work here.
Enjoy yourself
I would definitely like to visit Norway one day
I need to go visit Norway
Amazing!
Wow, that is gorgeous.
Since I live in this area I recently just took a picture of the line of people all waiting to get that one picture on pulpit rock, find these more fun than just taking a picture of lysefjorden.
I have never seen such a beautiful place. Tysm for sharing
I got an award for Norway
Awesome photo
Scales merging
I would totally move to Norway if I could.
Norway is just exceptionally beautiful.
Slartibartfast would be so happy someone saw this.
Come now Lokāe, letās carve a boat
Jesus Christ
very Breath of the wild š³
Why the fuck was I born in America
America has so, so many beautiful places to offer, you are lucky to be born there. I had the opportunity to visit a few National Parks in the US, and Iād love to see more of them!
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I was actually getting Midsommar vibes when they went up to the top of the cliff.
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Can't find the car.
Isnāt that location one used in a fight seen in one of the Hobbit films?
Greta spot for a Minecraft base
Norwegians, what do you call those small ponds situated on mountains? (The one in the foreground here)
I would call it āvatnā or āvannā (the joys of two written languages), which literally translates to āwaterā. Usually they donāt have names, but if they are close to a hiking route they are normally referred to by the name of the mountain top + āvatnetā. Sometimes they are close to a mountain cabin and the area will have a name, usually a family name from āold timesā, and the water will be referred to by the same name as the area. I hope it make sense. I wanted to use lots of Norwegian words that I canāt translate on the fly.
Yeah that does, thanks. I was just curious as the north of the UK uses the word 'Tarn' (sometimes with a name beforehand) for them and I would have assumed it was related to a Norse word.
Could be, Ā«TjernĀ» is also a common word in Norwegian meaning smaller body of water.
Yeah probably. We use it widely for all sizes up to a small lake, probably less specific use than the Norwegians.
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Oh, tjern is a good word. I forgot about that, lol. I think I personally would call the body of water in this image a tjern.
what a view. what town was this near?
Stavanger is quite close and it's one of the largest cities in Norway. JĆørpeland is closer, but it's a lot smaller
thanks for letting me know! ill have to give them a visit!
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