Tourism and Horgheim Coach Station

Until the early 1800s, the people of Romsdalen made their living from forestry, agriculture, and fishing. In the mid-1800s, the area began to attract foreign and wealthy travellers in earnest. The tourists created a demand for transport, food, and lodging, providing opportunities for the people of Romsdalen to make a living from this tourist income. Carriage traffic became profitable as travelers paid good money to be transported by horse, and later by car, up the valley to admire the nature and the beautiful waterfalls. On the left side, across the river, you can see one of the many coach stations that were established at this time in Romsdalen. At Horgheim coach station, guests could buy food; get rested horses, and a warm bed to sleep in before continuing their journey up or down Romsdalen.