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Uskedal is one of small villages in the Kvinherad region. The development was firstly slow since they mostly had to rely on boat transportation. The village began to expand steadily, and by the late 19th century, a new road connected it to Rosendal. Uskedalen gained local importance by founding Kvinnherad’s first dairy, which sold cheese, milk and especially butter, renowned even in England. Over the years, Uskedalen also hosted several canning companies and shipyards, contributing to its economic development. Today, Uskedalen is known for its stunning nature, tranquility, and growing popularity among climbers.
Climbing in Uskedalen began relatively recently, with the first documented route established in 1987 by Per Vigerust. Despite its impressive granite walls—some reaching up to 800 meters—Uskedalen remained largely overlooked by both Norwegian and international climbers for years. As of 2015, only about 60 routes had been recorded in the area.
How to get there - from Kranj, Slovenia to Uskedalen
How to get there - from Kranj, Slovenia to Uskedalen
By Car (Road + Ferry) / 2-3 days
By Car (Road + Ferry) / 2-3 days
To reach Uskedalen from Kranj by car, drive north through Austria and Germany, then continue through Denmark to the port town of Hirtshals. From there, take a ferry to Kristiansand in southern Norway (operated by Fjord Line or Color Line). Be aware that there are only a few ferry departures per day, so it's important to plan your trip and timing accordingly. After arriving in Kristiansand, drive west and then north through scenic fjord landscapes to Uskedalen, a journey of approximately 6–7 hours. The total trip takes about two days and offers a comfortable and scenic route through central Europe and southern Norway.
If you would prefer not to drive that long in your car, in the summertime you can take a night auto‑train option from Austria (Villach or Vienna) to Hamburg. Operated by Operated by Train4you Urlaubs‑Express on the UEX 320/324 + 321/325 route, from Villach Hbf → Salzburg → Munich → Göttingen → Hannover → Hamburg.
By Plane (+ Bus / Ferry) 1 day
By Plane (+ Bus / Ferry) 1 day
To reach Uskedalen from Kranj by plane and public transport, fly from Ljubljana to Bergen, with usually one layover, or from other nearby airports. From Bergen, take a regional bus or express boat (ferry) south along the Hardangerfjord toward Kvinnherad. The final stretch to Uskedalen includes a short ferry crossing and a local bus or taxi. The trip offers a scenic and comfortable journey, but it’s important to check connections in advance, as public transport and ferry schedules may be limited.
From Bergen Airport (Flesland) to Bergen City - Take Bybanen light rail (Bergen Light Rail) Line 1, which starts at the airport and runs every 5–10 minutes to Bergen city center. It's the cheapest option at about NOK 49 (~€5) and takes roughly 45 minutes. From there take a local bus to Uskedalen.
Ferry from Bergen Airport to Rosendal - You'll need to travel via Bergen–Rosendal ferry Line 2075, operated by Skyss (via Rødne Fjord Cruise). Ferries depart from the Strandkaien terminal in central Bergen and stop at Flesland (served by a short shuttle bus from the airport). The ferry number is officially Skyss line 2075 (“Hardangerfjordekspressen”), and the trip from Bergen to Rosendal takes about 1 h 45 m. It runs multiple times a day from early May to September. A local Skyss bus service (Line 760) connects Rosendal kai to several stops in Uskedalen.
Note - You cannot pre‑book this Skyss bus—just board and pay onboard using Skyss Billett or Entur app, or buy directly from the driver with card or cash.
If you want to be flexible, the best is to rent a car in Bergen, as from Uskedalen (village) to the granit rocks, there is quite some kilometeres, so car is very practical.
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