Death-Defying Attractions for the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush

7. Highlining Over the Fjords of Norway

Walking a tightrope is already a nerve-wracking feat, but imagine doing it thousands of feet above the ground, with only a safety harness securing you from a fatal plunge. That’s exactly what highlining is—an extreme version of slacklining that replaces a soft grass landing with dizzying heights and jaw-dropping views. In Norway, one of the most renowned highlining spots is Kjerag, where daredevils walk across a narrow rope stretched between towering cliffs, suspended above the famous Lysefjord. Kjerag is not just a beautiful backdrop for highliners—it’s also home to the Kjeragbolten, a world-famous boulder wedged between two cliffs that attracts thrill-seekers looking for the perfect gravity-defying photo op. The region’s extreme conditions, including unpredictable weather and sudden winds, make highlining here even more dangerous. But for those who succeed, the feeling of walking across the void, with nothing but air beneath you, is an experience unlike any other. Thrill Factor: The ultimate test of focus and balance—one wrong step and you’re dangling over the abyss.