Hydnefossen is the highest waterfall in Buskerud. It is a popular attraction in Hemsedal, and has a drop of 155 metres, which continues down the steep slope to the valley floor.
You get the best view of the waterfall from below. The waterfall is visible from the main road Rv52, however if you want to stop, it is recommended to turn off the main road towards Langeset waste station (the same road as the Hornslie parking and the hikes to Veslehødn/Veslehorn and Storehødn/Storehorn) and stop at the intersection a little further in. See location.
In the summer, many people take the Topp20 hike towards Veslehødn/Veslehorn or Storehødn/Storehorn, where the waterfall is crossed at the top. Find road and hike descriptions for these under Recommendations nearby. The waterfall is also a popular spot for ice climbing in winter.
Directions
You get the best view of the waterfall from below. The waterfall is visible from the main road Rv52, however if you want to stop, it is recommended to turn off the main road towards Langeset waste station (the same road as the Hornslie parking and the hikes to Veslehødn/Veslehorn and Storehødn/Storehorn) and stop at the intersection a little further in. See location.
If you want to do the Top20 hike to Veslehødn/Veslehorn or Storehødn/Storehorn, go one step back (on mobile) and find the hikes with descriptions under Recommendations nearby.
Parking
No defined parking. Stop only where it is safe to do so and do not block exits etc.
Coordinates
Recommendations nearby
A great trip with many possibilities and one of the most popular trips in Hemsedal. You pass over the top of the mighty Hydnefossen and have a ...
The hike to Storehødn is red in difficulty and a tough but great hike for the family. Take it as a round trip and include Veslehødn.
A great trip with many possibilities and one of the most popular trips in Hemsedal. You pass over the top of the mighty Hydnefossen and have a ...
The hike to Storehødn is red in difficulty and a tough but great hike for the family. Take it as a round trip and include Veslehødn.

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