Ulvik

Ulvik is nestled in the Hardangerfjord region, famous for its fruit orchards that burst into spectacular bloom each spring. The village has a peaceful atmosphere with traditional timber houses, a beautiful stone church, and excellent hiking in the surrounding mountains. The area is particularly lovely in May when the apple and cherry trees are in blossom.

By Car / Road

Ulvik is accessible by road. Buses connect to nearby cities and towns. Local roads are well-maintained but may be narrow in rural areas. Driving offers the most flexibility for exploring the surrounding region.

The town centre is compact and walkable. Local buses cover the wider area. Taxis are available through Norgestaxi or local taxi companies. For exploring the surrounding region, a rental car is recommended.

The hardanger fiddle ( hardingfele ) is a characteristic instrument from Norway. The oldest existing hardanger fiddle was built in 1651 by Ole Jaastad, sheriff of Ullensvang. Master fiddlemakers in Hardanger produced a large number hardingfele around 1700 and later some of which are still in use. This idiosyncratic violin has four or five sympatheic or resonance strings beneath the standard four strings, and made from thin, delicate and decorated wood. The haunting, powerful sound is used to create traditional folk music: dance music as well as "listening music". The oldest hardanger fiddles are from the 17th centuries and one from 1650 is held at Bergen museum. Edvard Grieg and other modern composers incorporated folk music for the hardanger fiddle in their own music.

Cultural

Agatunet outdoor museum at Aga (west shore of Sørfjorden) in Ullensvang is a museum showing traditional west Norway buildings and village settlement.

Hardanger bridge ,

Between Vallavik and Bu

( Road 7 and 13 ).

One of the longest suspension bridges in the world (longer than Golden Gate bridge in California), the longest two-lane suspension bridge. Towers are more than 200 meters high. Fasci

Kvamskogen ski resort in Kvam is an upland area with several ski resorts.

Hardanger is famous for its fruit. Small fruit stalls can be found along all major roads from late summer 'till mid-fall. Most of these stalls are not manned, but rely on the honesty of the customer. Most often there is a small jar where you leave the money for the purchased products. Stealing from these jars would be considered extremely rude.

Den Grøne Kafe

( The Green Cafe ),

Promenaden 7, 5730 Ulvik ,

☏

+47 56 52 61 87 .

Several apple farmers produce fine apple juice and cider from various types of apple. The cider comes in alcoholic and non-alcoholic variants.

Ulvik

Three of Ulvik's four hotels are owned by the same hotel ch

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Local shops offer regional products, handicrafts, and everyday necessities. Markets may be held weekly in the town square.

Nearby towns and natural attractions are within easy reach by car. Public transport connections are available to major cities in the region.