1. Ride the Voss Gondola to Hangurstoppen

Northern Europe's largest and most modern gondola takes you from the train station in Voss centre up to Hangurstoppen (808 m) in about 10 minutes. At the top you'll find Hangurstoppen Restaurant with panoramic views and service all year round.

2. Try rafting on Strandaelva and the Voss river system

Voss is Norway's extreme sports capital, and rafting is one of the most popular summer activities. Several operators offer trips in different difficulty levels — from family-friendly stretches to more adrenaline-packed runs on Strandaelva.

3. Hike in the mountains — from Hanguren Panorama to longer summits

Several marked trails start from Hangurstoppen. Hanguren Panorama is a short, easy and family-friendly loop with fantastic views. For longer trips there are plenty of summit hikes and marked paths in the mountains around Voss, for both beginners and experienced hikers.

4. Cycling for all levels

Cycling on Hangurstoppen is a low-threshold family option right by the gondola, with prepared routes. More experienced riders can tackle classic rides like Rallarvegen and several mountain bike trails in the area.

5. Swim in Vangsvatnet or Valbergstjørni

Vangsvatnet in the town centre is perfect for swimming, paddleboarding and relaxing by the water on warm days. For a fresh mountain experience, hike up to Valbergstjørni — a clear mountain lake with stunning views.

6. Experience Ekstremsportveko

The world's largest extreme sports festival is held in Voss every summer and attracts athletes from all over the world — a full week of competitions, concerts and festival atmosphere.

7. Paragliding, skydiving and the wind tunnel

Voss has one of Norway's finest paraglider launch sites, an indoor wind tunnel in the town centre and several operators offering tandem skydiving and tandem paragliding. Adrenaline for every level — no experience required.

8. Hangurshusko swing and Instaspots

The famous Hangurshusko swing gives you a free, memorable ride high above Voss, and several Instaspots on Hangurstoppen are perfect for both your camera and a coffee break.

9. Kayaking, paddling and local food

Explore the fjords and lakes around Voss by kayak or canoe, and taste short-traveled produce from local farms and restaurants — a calm and nature-close side of Voss.

10. Day trip to Nærøyfjord, Flåm and the Hardangerfjord

The Hardangerfjord and Sognefjord are just a short drive away. Take the Flåm Railway or a day trip to the Nærøyfjord for some of Norway's — and the world's — most beautiful fjord experiences.