Events in Rjukan and Telemark

Marispelet at Rjukanfossen 2026

Telemark's own Romeo and Juliet — one of Norway's largest historical musical plays, performed on the edge of the gorge by Rjukanfossen.

📍 Rjukanfossen / Vemork

Raga Rockers

📍 Notodden

Backstreet Girls

📍 Notodden

Blood Brothers

📍 Notodden

Notodden Blues Festival 2026

Notodden Blues Festival is a large blues festival held in Notodden, Telemark. The festival offers a wide range of artists and events.

📍 Notodden

Dumdum Boys

📍 Notodden

Jalen Ngonda

Soul sensation Jalen Ngonda is coming to Notodden Blues Festival!

📍 Notodden

Halvdan Sivertsen

📍 Notodden

The Devon Allman Project feat. Bernard Allison

📍 Notodden

Vanessa Collier

📍 Notodden

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band

📍 Notodden

The Darkness

📍 Notodden

BIGBANG

Bigbang completes the lineup for this year's rock Friday!

📍 Notodden

Norseman Xtreme Triathlon 2026

The world's toughest triathlon — 3.8 km swim, 180 km cycling, and 42.2 km run finishing at the peak of Gaustatoppen near Rjukan.

📍 Eidfjord til Gaustatoppen

Halvdan Sivertsen at the Somliga går med trasiga skor concert

Halvdan Sivertsen and his band play at the free concert as the finale of the festival.

📍 Notodden

Sveiven 25 years — 2026

Sveiven celebrates 25 years of hiking and joy at Gausta!

📍 Gausta, 3660 Rjukan

The Provisions

Inside Gaustatoppen you will find 'Provianten', a cozy kiosk serving freshly baked sveler waffles and baked goods every day.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Biking on Hardangervidda

Biking on Hardangervidda is named one of the country's most beautiful bike tours. Krossobanen The start of the trip is very special; Northern Europe's first two-rope railway, Krossobanen, transports you to the starting point on Gvepse...

📍 Hardangervidda

Gaustabanen

Take Gaustabanen up to the summit in 15 minutes for a unique journey through the mountain and fantastic views.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Gaustatoppen Turisthytte

Enjoy fresh waffles and something hot to drink while taking in the fantastic view, either inside or outside in the sun.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Cannon position at Gvepseborg, Rjukan

There is a rich and diverse wildlife on Hardangervidda, here you can read about what you can encounter and get a glimpse of if you are lucky. » Read more about bird life here. Wild reindeer The wild reindeer is the most important animal on Hard...

📍 Gvepseborg, Rjukan

Top Secret Dining at Gaustabanen

A unique dining experience combining a 3-course meal and stories from the Cold War – perfect for groups!

📍 Gaustabanen

Dog Sledding with Haukeli Husky

Experience Telemark's nature from a dog sled! Join Haukeli Husky for an unforgettable trip.

📍 Haukeli

Using Gaustabanen

Take Gaustabanen to the top in 15 minutes for a unique journey through the mountain and a fantastic view.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Experience Gaustatoppen's history

Explore Gaustatoppen's hidden history with Cold War secrets and military heritage.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Top Secret Dining

A unique dining experience combining a 3-course dinner and stories from the Cold War – perfect for groups!

📍 Gaustabanen

Mountain Hike Gaustatoppen

Go on a mountain hike to Gaustatoppen and enjoy a view over one-sixth of Norway from the summit.

📍 Gaustatoppen

History Gaustatoppen

Explore Gaustatoppen's hidden history with Cold War secrets and military heritage.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Guided tour Gaustatoppen

Join a guided tour to Gaustatoppen, discover the history and explore the hidden rooms of great significance.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Cabins and apartments at Gausta

Stay in a cozy cabin or apartment, many with ski in/out and views of Gaustatoppen.

📍 Gausta

Floating sauna at Gaustablikk Fjellresort

From culinary experiences to a floating sauna, with views of the majestic Gaustatoppen.

📍 Gaustablikk Fjellresort

Children's Favorites

Be the conductor on the Krossobanen for a day, or try one of the slides at Rjukanbadet! Along the Hardangervidda National Park route, there are many activities for the little ones! Some highlights: Playing and splashing indoors...

📍 Hardangervidda nasjonalparkrute

High Mountain Cruise with Fjellvåken II

Telemarkstunet by Raulandsakademiet

Telemarkstunet at Raulandsakademiet is a cozy courtyard in Rauland consisting of old log houses and a range of activities throughout the year: Handicraft exhibition and market Second-hand sales and summer café Own...

📍 Rauland

Guided hike to Gaustatoppen

Join a guided hike to Gaustatoppen, discover its history and explore the hidden rooms of great significance.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Accommodation at Gaustablikk Fjellresort

From culinary experiences to a floating sauna, with a view of the majestic Gaustatoppen.

📍 Gaustablikk Fjellresort

Cabins and apartments at Gaustatoppen

Stay in a cozy cabin or apartment, many with ski in/out and views of Gaustatoppen

📍 Gaustatoppen

Gausta Sportell

Just 50 meters from the ski slopes is this modern hotel in Gausta, with 30 functional units – from cozy double rooms to spacious apartments for up to 8 people

📍 Gausta

Webcam on Gaustatoppen

See the conditions on Gaustatoppen right now via webcam.

📍 Gaustatoppen

The Royal Lounge at Gaustabanen

Taste local dishes in a room filled with history, where the Royal Elevator once transported royalty and military personnel up the mountain.

📍 Gaustabanen

The Provisions at Gaustatoppen

Inside Gaustatoppen, you'll find 'Provianten', a cozy kiosk serving freshly baked sveler (Norwegian pancakes) and pastries every day.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Vidsyn – Oksatjønn sculpture walk

Visit the sculpture Vidsyn at Vierli. This is a sculpture walk that offers both outlook and insight! At the top of Vierlinuten, the sculpture Vidsyn reigns. The hike: Length Difficulty Time (without breaks) 4 km round trip...

📍 Vierli

Fishing on Hardangervidda

Along the national park route, there are plenty of fishing lakes and opportunities. Be prepared that the best fishing spots may be a walk from the road. Trout and char are the most common types of fish. Photo: Hans-...

📍 Hardangervidda

Mountain hike to Gaustatoppen

Go on a mountain hike to Gaustatoppen and enjoy a view of one-sixth of Norway from the summit.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Take Gaustabanen to the top

Take Gaustabanen up to the top in 15 minutes for a unique journey through the mountain and fantastic views.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Top Secret Dining at Gaustatoppen

A unique dining experience combining a 3-course dinner and stories from the Cold War – perfect for groups!

📍 Gaustatoppen

Gaustabanen – A Historic Journey

Built in 1950 for military purposes, this historic railway offers you a 15-minute ride to Gaustatoppen with spectacular views.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Gausta Ski Resort - Season

Season from December to April. 37 slopes and 13 lifts. Four ski areas. Family-friendly. Evening skiing available. 35 km of groomed trails. Longest descent is 3200 meters.

📍 Gaustatoppen

History at Gaustatoppen

Explore Gaustatoppen's hidden history with Cold War secrets and military heritage.

📍 Gaustabanen

Cabins and apartments at Gausta

Stay in a cozy cabin or apartment, many with ski in/out and views of Gaustatoppen

📍 Gausta

Gaustablikk Mountain Resort

From culinary experiences to floating sauna, with a view of the majestic Gaustatoppen.

📍 Gausta

Gaustabanen (historic)

Built in 1950 for military purposes, this historic funicular offers a 15-minute ride to Gaustatoppen with spectacular views.

📍 Gaustabanen

The Royal Lounge – Historic Eatery

Taste local dishes in a room filled with history, where the Royal Elevator once transported royalty and military personnel.

📍 Gaustabanen

Provianten – Kiosk at Gaustatoppen

Inside Gaustatoppen you will find 'Provianten', a cozy kiosk serving freshly baked sveler (Norwegian pancakes) and pastries every day.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Best of Hardangervidda – 5 days

Is this your first trip here? If you choose this car holiday, you will experience the highlights along the national park route. Day 1 - 5. Click for large map Some highlights: See the largest preserved medieval stave church in...

📍 Hardangervidda

Saboteur's Trail, Rjukan

Walk in the footsteps of the saboteurs! The Saboteur's Trail is the route the world-famous Norwegian resistance fighters used during World War II when they were to blow up the heavy water factory. The hike: Length Difficulty Time 8 k...

📍 Rjukan

Telemarkstunet

Telemarkstunet is known for its summer activities. The farmyard is open from July to August. Telemarkstunet is open from 11 AM to 4 PM. Open every day during the summer season. Telemarkstunet is a collection of copies of old houses from Ra...

📍 Rauland

DF Ammonia

Join guided tours on D/F Ammonia at Mæl station. D/F Ammonia is the sister ship to D/F Hydro, which was sunk by the heavy water saboteurs during World War II. The railway ferry was built in 1929 and is worth...

📍 Mæl stasjon

Fagersand

Experience Fagersand – a beach gem and a popular hiking and recreation area by Lognvikvatn below Austbø Hotell! Paths have been prepared here allowing you to walk on dry ground across the marshlands down to the beach which...

📍 Fagersand

Hardangervidda National Park Centre

Hardangervidda National Park Centre, Skinnarbu is a state-authorized national park centre for Hardangervidda National Park and is co-located with Norsk Villreinsenter Sør (Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre South), a partner. Visit Hard...

📍 Skinnarbu

The animal graves at Kalhovd

There is a rich and diverse wildlife on Hardangervidda, here you can read what you can encounter and get a glimpse of if you are lucky. » Read more about bird life here. Wild reindeer The wild reindeer is the most important animal on Hard...

📍 Kalhovd

Myllarheimen, Arabygdi

There is a rich and diverse animal life on the Hardangervidda, here you can read what you can encounter and get a glimpse of if you are lucky. » Read more about bird life here. Wild reindeer The wild reindeer is the most important animal on Hardangervidda...

📍 Arabygdi

RAULAND in 360

See the fantastic 360-degree view from several locations in the area Falkeriset - Rauland - Vierli.

📍 Falkeriset - Rauland - Vierli

Bungee jumping in Rjukan

Norway's craziest bungee jump! Experience Norway's highest bungee jump from Vemork Bridge in Rjukan - down into the gorge which is a whole 84 meters deep! Experienced jumpers describe the experience as very special and incredibly wild, as it is like...

📍 Rjukan

Plan your car holiday

Route and directions. Wondering how long it takes to drive from one place to another? These pages can help you: Gule Sider - directions. Google Maps. Road conditions. The entire national park route g...

📍 Hardangervidda

Art & Culture – 2 days

Experience a mix of traditional and modern Telemark culture on this car trip along the national park route. A perfect weekend trip for the art and culture enthusiast! Highlights along the way: See the largest preserved mid...

📍 Hardangervidda nasjonalparkrute

Tinn Museum

Tinn Museum is a local history museum with houses dating from before the Black Death and onwards. The oldest building, a storehouse, was built before 1350. Tinn Museum is a great playground for all ages and a museum unlike most others. The area consists of hist...

📍 Tinn

Hardangervidda National Park Route

The Hardangervidda National Park Route, also called Fjellveien Telemark (The Mountain Road Telemark), is a driving route where you can experience Hardangervidda and the mountains of Telemark in spring, summer, or autumn. Perfect for those on a road trip, or...

📍 Hardangervidda

Experience the Tinn Valleys – 3 days

Experience the beautiful Tinn Valleys where you get a taste of Norwegian handicraft traditions, food traditions, and cultural heritage. Some highlights include natural slides and giant's kettles at Røyslandsbergo Håvardsrud Seterli...

📍 Tinnbygdene

Activities for everyone at Vierli

Bring your family or friends and visit Vierli at the top of Rauland! Here are a number of activities and opportunities during the summer season: Vierli Cafeteria with lunch and dinner dishes, coffee and cakes Children's seat...

📍 Vierli

Selstali Mountain Farm

From FV37, a little beyond Krokan Turisthytte, you can turn off towards Selstali Seter, in beautiful natural surroundings at the foot of Gaustatoppen. At Selstali Seter, children can participate in milking the cows, cuddling the lambs or...

📍 Selstali Seter

Håvardsrud Mountain Farm Life

Håvardsrud Mountain Farm Life is a traditional Norwegian mountain farm in Skirvedalen. Here children can have fun, run freely and get to know farm animals. Animal care: The women working on the mountain farm will show and tell you how to handle...

📍 Skirvedalen

Night Hike in the Saboteurs' Footsteps

Follow in the saboteurs' footsteps! Experience the Heavy Water Basement, a guided tour, and historical food at Vemork.

📍 Vemork

Guided Tour

Join a guided tour to Gaustatoppen, discover the history and explore the hidden rooms of great significance.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Gausta Turisthytte

Enjoy fresh waffles and something hot to drink while taking in the fantastic view, inside in the warmth or outside in the sun.

📍 Gaustatoppen Turisthytte

Unique accommodation in the heart of nature

Spegle Hyllandsfoss in Telemark offers a unique accommodation experience with hotel standards in the heart of nature by Hyllandsfossen.

📍 Hyllandsfossen

Skiing from Gaustatoppen

Experience exceptional world-class skiing in the winter and spring at Gausta! Here you will find both a clearly marked trail down Langefonn, in addition to challenging steep couloirs.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Easter Package 2026 in Rauland at Austbø Hotell

Dream Easter in Rauland! Skiing, sauna & delicious food at Austbø Hotell.

📍 Rauland

Mountain hiking

Go hiking to Gaustatoppen and enjoy a view of one-sixth of Norway from the summit.

📍 Gaustatoppen

Take the Gausta Railway to the top

Take the Gausta Railway to the top in 15 minutes for a unique journey through the mountain and fantastic views.

📍 Gaustatoppen