Episode 04: Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls
Discover Sunndal: waterfalls, fjords, rare herbs, and local flavors.
Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway’s kingdom of waterfalls. Join chef Nevada as she uncovers the rich history, from British settlers to the local culinary delights. Journey through dramatic fjords, taste rhubarb cordial and rare herbs, and learn about Lady Arbuthnot’s legacy in a local play, while hiking the majestic Vindu staircase.
PLACES TO STAY
Nyheim Lodge
Nyheim Lodge is a small-scale historic lodge from 1905, originally built as a fishing lodge for the British Crookshank family. The property represents the British Era in Sunndal and offers an authentic cultural heritage experience in scenic surroundings by the River Driva, close to waterfalls, mountains, and national park hiking areas. Staying here in the historic rooms is definetly a time travel experience. Great food and hospitality comes with it.
Renndølsetra Mountain Farm
Every summer, since 1740, the family Opdøl have moved their animals to the summer farm in Innerdalen, in the western part of Trollheimen. Innerdalen and Renndølsetra are in a fantastic location for enjoying great walks in Norway's first landscape conservation area. Sleep well in comfortable beds at the setra, and wake up to a delicious home-cooked breakfast at the long table. Accommodation at the setra includes a delicious home-cooked dinner and breakfast. At Renndølssetra you are a part of the family in magic surroundings.
Phillipshaugen Lodge
Phillipshaugen Lodge is three buildings nestled within the picturesque Øksendal mountains: The Old house built in 1899 is the jewel in the crown. Towards the end of the 19th Century Lort Phillips built five “sports villas” in Scottish Highland style around inland Nordmøre. He catered the wealthy British upper class who were interested in salmon fishing in the area. The five lodges were Hvilestedet at Leikvin, Vangshaugen, Todalshytta, Tredalsbakken and Phillipshaugen. Lort Phillips used Phillipshaugen as a home base for hunting and fishing, as well as for recreation and parties with good friends. It was also rented out to tourists and Lort Phillips’ friends and associates to enjoy.
PLACES TO VISIT
Vinnu
Vinnu is the highest waterfall in Europe. No wonder since you are in the kingdom of the waterfalls. The local volunteers have plans for a staircase in sleith all the way up to 840 meters. They have already reached 420 meter with the help of sherpas from Nepal. It is a steep walk, but once you get up, it is worth the strain.
Ladu Arbuthnot
The historic play about the English lady who settled in Sunndal is a one of the highligths of the cultural year. Her dramatic and aristocratic life which ended here among the dramatic mountains is played every year in the end of June.
