Lofthus
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“If I had of known it was so beautiful, I would have visited before” those are the words of the famous Norwegian author Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, when he visited the beautiful village of Lofthus. And many, especially artists agree with him. Many have found inspiration here for compositions, paintings and maybe even the national anthem. So now you find yourself in the ‘Orchard of Hardanger’, which is how many people refer to the idyllic and beautiful town of Lofthus. And with good reason! The town has been at the heart of Norway’s fruit production for hundreds of years. It is therefore a great place to start becoming acquainted with the world renowned Hardanger Ciders. Her Majesty Queen Sonja also finds peace of mind and inspiration here every year. You can follow in her footsteps, by walking the Queen’s path or «Dronning Sonjas panoramatur», which will take you 1100 metres up the mountain between Kinsarvik and Lofthus. We also recommend a visit to the venerable and fashionable, Hotel Ullensvang. Today, it is a modern hotel that promotes Norwegian and local traditions at a high quality, where you can follow in the footsteps of the world-famous composer, Edvard Grieg. Believe it or not, children learn to spit here at the school in Lofthus. Every year the town organises a cherry festival, and every year the title of the best cherry stone spitter is awarded in the junior, ladies, and men’s categories. The official world record is over 15 metres! Maybe you can try and beat it!