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Kjeragfossen waterfall
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Kjeragfossen waterfall is situated in the municipality of Sandnes in Rogaland County, Norway. It is part of the Lysefjorden water system, falling from a height of 715 meters, making it one of the tallest waterfalls in the country. This vertical drop is located on the Kjerag mountain.
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Kjeragfossen is notable for its vertical drop, which is a significant geological feature formed by glacial erosion. The waterfall is accessible via a hiking trail that starts at Øygardstøl, and the area is popular for base jumping and rock climbing. The best time to view the waterfall is during the snowmelt period in late spring and early summer. Visitors often also explore the nearby Kjeragbolten, a boulder wedged in the mountain crevasse.