Rjoandefossen Waterfall

A short distance from the village of Flåm, hidden among steep cliffs and forested slopes, stands Rjoandefossen — one of the most striking waterfalls in the Flåm valley. With a free fall of over 140 meters in total, this natural wonder is a dramatic sight as it plunges from the high mountain plateau down toward the Flåmsdalen valley.

The waterfall is easy to spot from both the Flåm Railway and the road to Myrdal, where it appears like a silver ribbon cutting through the dark rock. In spring and early summer, when the snow melts, Rjoandefossen roars with power, filling the valley with mist and the deep sound of rushing water. Later in the year, it softens into a graceful stream that still commands attention.

Rjoandefossen is a perfect example of the untamed beauty that defines Norway’s fjord landscape: powerful, ever-changing, and unforgettable. Whether you see it from the train, the road, or on foot, it’s a sight that stays with you long after you’ve left the valley.