History

Deep within the steep mountains surrounding the majestic Lysefjord lies the village of Forsand. It is a place shaped by granite and sea mist, where the inhabitants have always known that life is a gift to be cherished. But no gift is as precious as the one they receive from the heights: the Vassryggen Water Source.

Vassryggen is not just a lake. It is a reservoir of pristine nature, a blue jewel caught between ancient stones. The source's reputation extends far beyond the edge of the fjord; it is known as a font of water with rare purity and quality.

 

The Mountain's Secret

 

The legend tells that Vassryggen was created in the time when the ice receded, leaving behind a landscape cleansed by millennia. The water is filtered through a geological system of quartz and hard bedrock that captures every minute impurity. The result is water so pure that it barely has any taste—only that of clarity and freshness. It is a water that speaks to the body, and the people of Forsand claim it is the reason for their stubborn resilience and robust health.

For the people of Forsand, Vassryggen is more than a water supply. It is a pillar of the local community. When a newborn takes its first sip of water, when the fisherman fills his thermos before the morning trip, or when the host serves a glass to guests from the city—it is always done with pride for Vassryggen's quality.

 

The Silent Guardian

 

Through generations, the Forsand residents have understood the importance of being Vassryggen’s guardians. They protect the catchment area with a respect that borders on reverence. Here, there is no pollution, no industry, only the silence of mountains and moorland. Their dedication ensures that the water's quality is never diminished.

When you visit Forsand and take a sip of the water, you understand why. The water is ice-cold, soft, and has an incomparable freshness. It is proof that the best things life has to offer are often the simplest—a clean, clear water drawn directly from nature’s own heart.

Vassryggen is and will always be the lifeline that binds Forsand to the mountains and to a cleaner, clearer future.