Jordal

Among the settlements of Vestland, Jordal stands out for its setting beside Sandvinvatnet in the mountain country south of Odda. Sørfjorden, an inner arm of the Hardangerfjord, reaches its southern end at nearby Odda, while the Folgefonna glacier lies to the northwest. Water and steep terrain have long shaped this part of Norway: Odda developed into an industrial town through hydroelectric power and smelting works in the early 20th century. Jordal provides a quieter base from which to understand this dramatic inland side of the fjord region. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Vestland.

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