Voss is the perfect spot for everyone who's interested in sports and activities. There is something for everyone's taste! The varied mountain terrain around Voss makes it an excellent base for walks and mountain hikes. There are plenty of lakes and rivers for fishing, and good terrain for cycling and golfing. The more adventurous can try out parachuting, para gliding, rafting, river boarding and river paddling.During the yearly event Ekstremsportveko (the Extreme Sport Week) there are competitions in skydiving, BASE, rafting, kayaking, climbing and much more. Winter season lasts from December to April. There are very good alpine skiing facilities with 11 lifts and 14 runs. Voss also hosts several well-known cultural events like the Vossa Jazz Festival, the Osa Festival and the Rural Life Festival.The hostel is beautifully situated by the lake Vangsvatnet, 700 m from the train and bus station in Voss. You can rent canoes, kayaks and bikes at the hostel - they even have their own sauna!
Traveler Reviews
“Very good hostel let down by tiny self-catering kitchen.”
Reviewed on August 03, 2024
Generally very good hostel in excellent location but let down by tiny self-catering kitchen which got very over-crowded and lacked essential equipment eg a working tin opener. As the hostel doesn’t...
“Basic, no towels, find somewhere better”
Reviewed on June 24, 2023
Stayed here as part of an organised kayaking tour. Firstly, the hostel is located on a busy road only yards from an equally busy train line. The noise meant it was impossible to get to sleep until...
“Nice view from one side of building”
Reviewed on July 19, 2022
Beautiful view - rest is ordinary youth hostel standard. Huge common area, free parking and private bath per dormitory. A bit noisy and best shared among friends or family. Service acceptable - but...
The hostel is located 700 meters away from the Railway station, on sidewalk along E16, direction Bergen.