About This Waterfall
Kjeragfossen is an unofficially named, low volume waterfall which drains from a very small catchment basin adjacent to the famous Kjeragbolten above the Lysefjorden. The falls are noteworthy for their considerable height and form, dropping approximately 715 meters (2,345 feet) in a single nearly entirely free-falling plunge, making it the tallest free-leaping waterfall in Europe and one of the tallest free-falling waterfalls on the planet. The exact height of the falls is difficult to determine due to its functionally ephemeral behavior - the stream which produces the falls only flows during periods of active snow melt or prolonged heavy precipitation. Without either condition, the waterfall will essentially be dry.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Plunge
Total Height
2,345ft
Tallest Drop
2,345ft
Number of Drops
1
Avg Width
20ft
Pitch
80°
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
59.034502, 6.578984
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
A hike may be required to reach the falls.
Safety Info
Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.
Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.