The 7 Best Farms in Hardanger, Western Norway

Kjeåsen mountain farm is described as the world's most isolated settlement, it is like an eagle's nest 530m above the Simadalsfjord. The road to the farm starts in Simadal, about 10 km from Eidfjord/Rv7. Due to narrow road, hourly driving has been introduced. Traffic up to Kjeåsen every full hour, traffic down from Kjeåsen on the half hour. One can drive up just to enjoy the view, or you can do the amazing hike from the fjord to the top. The hike starts in Simadal by Statkraft (parking by Sima Power Plant). From this point take a left towards the fjord to Kjeaneset. The trail forks off to the right and winds steeply up the mountainside. Ropes, logs and ladders are necessary aids along the way. Stunning views in several places along the trail. Approx 1,5 - 2 hrs hard uphill hiking each way.

You'll find Syse Gard and the beautiful views around this place in the inmost Hardangerfjord at Ulvik. The farmers at Syse Gard, Gro og Hans represent the 5th generation since faming started at Syse Gard. They will give you an experiences of tradition and creating in a lively farming environment. The farm shop offers a broad range of products, from fresh fruits to applesnacks, cured meat, preserved plums, apples and homemade apple juice produced of apples from the orchards. Guided tours for groups on request. Enjoy and taste traditional farming at Syse Gard!

Production of fruit from a number of old types of apples on the farm gives a wide self production of juice and cider with a variety of tasty experiences. Premium apple juice and award-winning ciders in 2010.

Baking in the eldhus cookhouse. Here you can watch how baking was done in earlier times. Taste the products or buy some for home consumption.

The farm is situated about 4km from Ulvik centre, direction Osa. At the farm you will find, fruit, vegetables, cows and sheep. In Granny's tea room groups can be served, and there is also home made jam and gelly made from fruit and berries for sale.

One of Hardanger’s oldest farms. Stroll through orchards, a unique river garden. Taste the fruit, cider and other treats. Enjoy a snack in surroundings full of character. Lunch and farm produce for sale. Groups on request.