The World's 12 Highest Waterfalls: Nature's Most Spectacular Drops

9. Balåifossen (Norway) – 850 meters (2,789 feet)

Norway’s Balåifossen is another towering beauty in the heart of the country’s fjord region. Situated in Hordaland County, this seasonal waterfall plunges down a steep rock face into the Osafjord below. During spring and early summer, snowmelt from the surrounding mountains feeds the falls, creating a thunderous rush of water. Balåifossen is surrounded by striking Nordic landscapes, including jagged peaks and serene valleys dotted with traditional Norwegian cottages. Visitors can enjoy a scenic drive to nearby viewpoints or hike trails that provide stunning perspectives of the falls. Its dramatic height and seasonal flow make Balåifossen a quintessential example of Norway’s rugged and awe-inspiring natural beauty.