Myrkdalen is located in the northern part of Voss region, just 30 minutes from the centre. Voss is a well-known destination, primarily due to the Extreme Sports Week, the world's largest festival of its kind. You'll find many activities for the whole family near Voss, from extreme sports to bowling. During the summer, you can join a wide selection of adrenaline-filled activities - jump out of a plane high above the ground, feel the power of nature on a rafting trip, balance from tree to tree in the climbing park, or take a dip in the Vossabadet swimming pool.
On the family trip in Norway, one cannot miss a stop at the wind tunnel in Voss. Here, one can fulfil the dream of flying like Superman and create a memory for life. This is the most weatherproof activity offered in the village – undoubtedly, one of the most unique and exciting! The activity is fun regardless of experience and level, and everyone over five years old can fly.
Voss Climbing and Zipline Park is located in scenic surroundings by the Strandaelva River in Åsbrekkegjellet, just 15 minutes from Myrkdalen. The climbing park includes smaller courses for the little ones, two large courses, and a zipline park with a total of 60 elements. The courses in the climbing park are varied, fun, and challenging for children as well as adults. The zip lines stretch from tree to tree through the forest and over Strandaelva river, with the longest zipline being 150 meters and following the river's rapids downstream!
In the centre of Voss, you'll find Voss Bowling – a large activity centre with plenty of fun for all ages. In addition to bowling, you can enjoy a game of billiards or electronic darts. For the little ones, there is also a play area of more than 300 square meter, which is a sure winner on a rainy day. The café offers a variety of dishes to suit your appetite, whether you're feeling a little peckish or very hungry.
Vossabadet is an indoor swimming pool complex, making it the perfect family activity when the weather doesn’t cooperate during your holiday. Conveniently located in central Voss, Vossabadet offers three pools, a diving board, and a slide, ensuring fun for all ages.
Rafting is one of Voss's most popular summer activities. It's exciting, fun, and suitable for beginners and experienced rafters! From May to October, Voss Rafting offers half-day trips on the Strandaelva or Raundalselva rivers, depending on the water level. Both rivers are of top international class with thrilling class 3–4 rapids.
If you're looking for an exciting activity to do with children, we recommend family rafting in Vosso. Voss Rafting offers family rafting every day from May to October. Families can try both large and sturdy boats that accommodate up to 8 participants, as well as small 2-person rafts for those who want bigger challenges. Lots of swimming and fun for everyone is guaranteed! Age limit: 5 years.
For those seeking a true breath of fresh air, we recommend tandem skydiving at Skydive Voss. As a tandem student, you'll experience freefall in a controlled environment, safely strapped to an experienced, specially trained skydiving instructor. Voss Parachute Club, located in Bømoen about 10 km from Voss town centre, is the largest skydiving club in Norway.
Voss - built for adventure
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First of all, let us explain. Norwegians are not typically known for using the largest of words to describe our excitement. ‘Not bad’ might sound like a negative expression, but coming from a Norwegian, most often it means the exact opposite. Still not sure what we are talking about? Here are 6 experiences in Norway that are just that: Not bad!