Fleischer's Hotel

Magic white caves

Behind a single wooden door, a whole world of old mine galleries is hidden in this very special mountain, located 6 km from the port of Gudvange in Vesland. This is where the Magic White Caves hide. In the underground passages of the mountain there are large quantities of anortosite, which in turn contains plagioclase, and it is this rock that lights up the old mines when the rainwater has washed it clean, giving it a very special white glow.

As you make your way through the mines, a walk of about 350 metres, you'll be greeted by living torches, coloured floodlights and Grieg's symphonies as background music - a very special experience.

The Magic White Caves can be visited from May to September in groups of 20 people or more. Refreshments are served in the main hall, where there are also reindeer skin benches. A great place to rest your feet while enjoying a cup of coffee and the exciting surroundings.

If you're in the area for a driving holiday, there's direct access to the Magic Quite Caves from the E16, which links Stalheim, Gudvangen and Flåm.

Eidfjord

Go to Norway on one of the many self-drive holidays arranged by Risskov. If you're into active holidays, there are some incredible nature experiences waiting for you in the small village of Eidfjord in Hordaland, which is only two hours from Bergen by car. From Eidfjord it's not far to Hardangerjøkulen, the sixth largest glacier in Norway. It is also possible to take some beautiful hikes across Hardangervidda, and there is kayaking and fishing in Hardangerfjorden. Day trips are also arranged to Vøringsfossen, arguably the most famous waterfall in Norway. On a driving holiday, it's easy to get out and experience nature.

Gallery N. Bergslien

Nils Bergslien is a Norwegian artist known for his folk and fairy tale motifs that include tales in a national romantic style. Nils Bergslien originated from Vossevangen and later settled in Eidfjord in 1880.

In Eidfjord there is now a museum dedicated to the Bergslien, visit Quality Hotel Vøringfoss where the unique collection is on display.

Kayaking in the Upper Eidfjord

Go on a driving holiday and decide the pace and what you want to see. A good place for a car holiday, both summer and winter, is a trip to Hordaland and visit one of the many fjords in the area. Eidfjord is a good choice if you want to 'glide' out into the fjord on a windless afternoon and let the kayak carry you straight out into the beautiful air and the floating surroundings? Then , if you like to kayak and experience the peace and quiet of the Eidfjord at the same time. Kayaking courses for beginners are also organised in the Upper Eidfjord, so it's a unique chance to combine a family trip and get close to some of Norway's most beautiful scenery. Find a cheap holiday at Risskov with child-friendly hotels or a cheap weekend break with the whole family and experience the best Norway has to offer.

Fjord cruise on Nærøyfjorden

How about a fjord cruise on Nærøyfjorden? This fjord is said to be the most beautiful and wildest of the side arms of Sognefjorden. The fjord was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2005 and you can see it all for yourself if you join a fjord cruise, which leaves from Flåm and Gudvangen every day all year round.