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Looking for different kinds
of attractions?
■ Go treasure hunting in Kviteseid
■ Experience great art and nature
at Vinje Biletgalleri
■ We can teach you how to
make your own ski
photo: Hamish Moore, Leif Jamtveit
■ Visit Norwegian Ski Adventure center, and you will
feel like go skiing
■ Back to the middle-age
in Eidsborg
■ Guided mine-tours at Åmdals Verk
■ Come and see the biggest
Norwegian “beer hen” in Øyfjell
3880 Dalen
telephone 35 07 73 31
SUMMER 2008
WELCOME
TO AN EXCITING
PART OF TELEMARK
SELJORD
NISSEDAL
FYRESDAL
HJARTDAL
TOKKE/DALEN
VINJE/RAULAND/HAUKELI
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Welcome to
Seljord
Rich in
nature and
culture
Seljord
– an exciting part of Telemark
ATTRACTIONS
The Sea Serpent
In the middle of Telemark, the county
which has always been associated with
fairy tales, folk songs, imagination and
creativity, lies the Seljord Lake, brooding over its great secret. What is
actually hidden under that blue and
friendly sheet of water? For 250 years,
and probably even longer, people
have claimed to see a large and
serpent-like creature in the lake.
The first written documentation
goes back to 1720.
Dyrskuplassen
Just outside the centre og Seljord lies
Dyrskuplassen. A place used for various activities such as music festivals,
religious camps and Norway’s largest
Country show – Dyrsku’n. In september every year about 70 000 visitors
come to Seljord to experience this
event with cattle show, trade exhibition and art-exhibitions.
Seljord church
was built in the Romanesque style in
the 12th century. It is dedicated to St.
Olav. On the north-west corner of the
church a face has been hewn. This,
according to legend, represents the
canonized king. Another legend says
that the church was built by a goblin.
When the building was complete, the
goblin fell to his death. To this day no
grass grows on the spot where he fell.
The church has an altarpiece from
1588 and a font from the 17th
century. Under the direction of the
Inspector of Ancient Monuments and
Historic Buildings an extensive restoration was carried out which was
completed in 1972. Please contact
the tourist office for guided tours.
Seljord vin
Seljord vin is a winery located in the
heart of Seljord downtown. The winery makes wine and cider from fruits
and berries, raw material found in the
mountains and forrests in Telemark.
”Seljord forest berries”, the winery’s
first wine, is made from blueberries
and mountain cranberry. Seljord vin
also makes apple cider and black
currant cider. Seljord vin offers guided
tours, and they arrange private parties
in the restaurant located in the winery.
Guided tours in the winery are offered
every Thuesday and Thursdag at 3 PM
from the 1. of July to the 15. of
august. Contact tel. +47 35 05 08 50.
The Balloonist’s Monument
The Ballooinst`s Monument is is commermoration of two Frenchmen who
escaped from besieged Paris in 1870.
Their mission was to deliver a message
to a French commander, but they
were blown off course over the North
Sea. The balloon finally landed not fra
from the Stronde frams on Lifjell. Two
brothers, Harald and Klas Strand
found the two balloonists the morning
after the landing. The balloonists’ dramatic journey became known all over
Norway, and the balloonists were
given a hero’s journey on their way
from Seljord to Kristiania (Oslo). The
local author Gunnar Sveinsson, has
written a play about this, and Einar
Østvedt has written the book, "Norges
første luftferd" (The First Flight over
Norway).
Eva Bull Holtes Museum
and Sneie
The Art Museum at Sneie, Åmotsdal
was offcially opened by the County
Director of Telemark in 1999. The
museum was founded by Eva Bull
Holte’s widower, former general director of Hydro, Johan B. Holte. The
museum has eight exhibit rooms, one
for graphics, one for drawings, one for
portraits and the remaining five represent different decades in Holte’s
careeer.
Flatdal Church
is a timbered long church, built in
1654 on the site of an earlier stave
church. In 1923 Bishop Bernt Støylen
arranged for the crucifix, altarpiece
and the canopy from the old stave
church to be reinstalled in the church.
Flatdal village
is often referred to as the only real
village in Norway, not only because
of the unusual distribution of farms,
but because it is one of the very few
authentic Norwegian villages.
This area has a very rich artistic life,
farm tourism and a vibrant musical
environment.
Hjartdal old priestfarm
Holm parish, built in the 1500s, was
moved from Hjartdal to Nutheim in
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Seljord
– an exciting part of Telemark
1963. The building was restored back
to the condition it mus have had prior
to 1863, when it was a minister’s
home. Erlend Grøstad has invested a
lot of time in preserving the history
connected to this building. The building is used as a home, but is also in
use during Nutheim’s many art classes. When the parish was moved to
Nutheim, Grøstad felt that it would be
only right to include a chapel, which
he built in the cellar. Today the chapel
is used on church holidays, for weddings, and for religious seminars when
the guests are staying at Nutheim.
Kongehella
Flatdal is a beautiful valley. From
Kongehella you can see the valley
stretching out in front of you, surrounded by mountains. Both in 1870 and
1996 members of the Norwegian
royal family stopped here to admire
this beautiful view. Kongehella commemorates these two visits. This is
also a popular viewpoint for painters
and photographers.
Myklestogo
is an old farmhouse in the village of
Flatdal which contains a collection of
antiques from Telemark. Most of the
objects are from the 18th and 19th
centuries, and the quality and the variety of the rose painting are unique.
Many of the most famous rose painters are represented here. Myklestogo
is open for groups on request.
Contact Vest-Telemark Museum at
tel. +47 35 07 73 31 see
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
The Myllargut Road
Torgeir Augundsson was called
Myllarguten, and he was a well known
violin-player who played folk-music
like no one had ever heard before.
The Road goes from Nutheim to
Edland, and through several places
where Myllarguten stayed during his
life.
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Selstadloftet
This typical Telemark-building from
the Mideel Ages is placed at Koparvollen in the centre of Seljord. This
building is a historical cultural monument, and it is one of the best kept
buildings from this period in the country. It was used for storing food and as
a place where the bride prepared herself for her wedding.
Skorve
There are four mountains surrounding
Flatdal: Lifjell to the south-east, Skorve
to the south-west, Bindingsnuten to
the north-west and Mælefjell to the
north-east. Mælefjell is the highest
(1,415 meters above sea level), but
Skorve, with its 1,370 meters above
sea level leaves more to the imagination. When hiking on top of The Skorve
mountain you can see remains of two
planewrecks who crashed here during
World War II, one American and one
German.
Spådomsnuten
Spådomsnuten is located in the
mountain of Skorve. In earlier times
there was a person who predicted that
this part of the mountain would once
fall down, and put the village Flatdal
under water. Follow the E134 to
Flatdal, and you can see Spådomsnuten on your left handside up in
the mountain. (on the right handside
from Flatdal) approximately 8 kilometres from Seljord.
Svartdal
is a community nestled between
Flatdal and Hjartdal. The community
has particularly spectacular cultural
scenery, as the area has been cultivated in a traditional way for a very long
time. Being located in a very narrow
valley with many farms and steep
fields, modern farm machinery has not
been used and artifical fertilisers have
been used to a lesser extent than
www.seljordportalen.no
Seljord
– an exciting part of Telemark
elsewhere. This has led to numerous
meadows with a rich variety of plants,
herbs and insects, in particular butterflies.
EXHIBITIONS AND MUSEUMS
Summerexibitions on Kunstlåven
29.06-20.08
Exhibition on Borgen
05.07-03.08
Eva Bull Holtes Museum
22.06-10.08
Åmotsdal hånsverkstun
22.06-10.08
RammeForum/Galleri Andre Høgdi
Please call +47 35 05 02 10
Firingan Kalligrafi
open workshop,
please call +47 48 03 00 97
Nutheim Painting School Art courses
Please call +47 35 05 21 43
Kvåle – Din gard
Pleace call +47 35 05 23 25
ACTIVITIES
• Sea-serpent safari with canoe and
a guide
• Wind-surfing board for rent
• Fishing in lakes and rivers
• Hiking and bicycle trips
• Riding courses and trips
• Boats for rent at the Seljord lake
• Beach-volley
• Playgrounds and mini-golf
• Beaches
• Bø Summerland – amusement park
with waterslides and other activities
for children (30 km from Seljord)
• Shopping
• Internet café at Granvin
Community Centre
• Farm visits at Nordigard Bjørge
ACCOMMODATION
Nutheim Gjestgiveri
+47 35 05 21 43 www.nutheim.no
Nordigard Bjørge
+47 35 05 00 40 www.nord-bjorge.no
Uppigard Natadal
+47 35 06 59 00 www.natadal.no
Flatin Gard
+47 35 05 28 00 www.flatingard.no
Kvåle – Din Gard
+47 35 05 23 25 www.kvaale.net
Seljord camping
+47 35 05 04 71
www.seljordcamping.no
Garvikstrondi camping
+47 35 05 29 12
www.garvikstrondi.no
Telnessanden camping
+47 35 05 29 90
www.telnessanden.no
Sanden camping
+47 35 05 29 62
www.sandencamping.no
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Kåns
+47
Seljord Vin
+47
Kafé Selma
+47
Nordigard Bjørge +47
Kunstlåven
+47
Nutheim Gjestgiveri +47
Åmotsdal Håndverkstun
+47 35 05 24 67
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TOURIST INFORMATION
Møtestad Seljord AS
tel. +47 35 06 59 88
Kunstlåven
3840 Seljord
[email protected]
www.seljordportalen.no
PHOTO: ØIVIND BERG, GEIR BREKKA AND
TERJE RAKKE/NORDIC LIFE
www.seljordportalen.no
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Seljord
23-27 July
" ! # ! ! ! Info./booking tlf. 35055164
www.countryfestivalen.no
visus
Music on three separate stages.
Approx. 30 top countrybands
Age limit: 18 years.
In 2008 the festival
starts on Wednesday!
Amcar-meeting
For the eighth time!
14-hours of non-stop music daily. Music on three separate stages.
Meet approx. 20 popular Norwegian and Swedish orchestras.
Large camping area with all associated facilities.
Overnight accommodation in hotel/motel or 4/8-bed apartments.
In 2008 the festival starts on Wednesday! Age limit: 18 years.
Visus
Seljord, 2-6 July
Info/booking: Tel. 35 05 77 00 www.dansebandfestivalen.no
Graphic design: Lars-Kristian Nerbø, blingstudio.n
SUMMER 2008
June 7
SONDRE SKI LEGEND - A PLAY PERFORMED
IN HIS BIRTHBLACE, MORGEDAL
June 13 - 14
HAYMAKER FESTIVAL, HJARTDAL
June 14
NAVVY DAY, ÅMDALS VERK
June 23
MIDSUMMERS EVE IN EIDSBORG
June 26 – July 4
THE JOURNEY, A PILGRIMAGE FROM SELJORD TO RØLDAL
June 26 - 29
AN OUTDOOR PLAY ABOUT THE FORCES OF NATURE AND
THOSE WITHIN OURSELVES SELJORD, NEAR THE MEDIEVAL CHURCH
July 20
DRAMA AND SONG TUDDAL AMPHI THEATRE
July 24 - 27
A POWERFUL DRAMA PERFORMED BY
THE SPECTACULAR AND FAMOUS WATERFALL, RJUKAN
July 25 -26
OUTDOOR PLAY ON BELIEF AND CULTURE IN THE MIDDLE AGES
FYRESDAL
July 27
MUSIC AND DANCE ON A SUMMERS EVENING
AT TYTEGRAV FARM, ORDAL
August 1
NORWEGIAN WEDDING - A PRESENTATION AND SHOW, MØSSTRAND
August 17
A RETELLING ABOUT A GIANT AND MURDER AMOUNGST BROTHERS
SELJORD
August 22 - 24
LEAVING THE LAND BEHIND - A PLAY, HJARTDAL
August 29
AN EVENING OF FINE FABLES AND YARNS, FJONESUNDET
August 30
GOOD FOOD AND TRUE TALES, ØYFJELL
September 20 - 22
MARKENS GRØDE - BY HAMSUN,
A PLAY IN THE BARN, TESSUNGDALEN
September 20
AUTUMNAL EQUINOX AT KVÅLE – DIN GARD, FLATDAL
WWW.SOGELANDET.NO
PROJECT MANAGEMENT:VEST-TELEMARK MUSEUM - TLF: (+47) 35054250
Welcome to
Nissedal
Relax in
Nissedal
Nissedal
– an exciting part of Telemark
In Nissedal, you can relax on kilometre
long sandy beaches along Lake Nisser,
or swim in the pot-holes by Eikhom.
Fjone has some of Europe’s best
mountains for climbing, and you can
find wonderful hiking tracks and fantastic fishing spots everywhere.
Welcome to Nissedal.
ATTRACTIONS
Natural water park:
Large pot-holes
The water has formed a large piece of
artwork in the south of Nissedal. Rows
of pot-holes create nature’s own water
park. The river Fyresåna has whirled
around stones and gravel in the riverbed over time, later becoming regulated for electricity production. Before
electricity production and dam building started, the pot-holes were a
well-protected secret under the water.
The round hollows in the riverbed did
not become visible until large volumes
of water were put into pipes. Some of
them are 10 meters wide and deep,
and perfect for swimming and diving.
This natural phenomenon is southernmost in the county, by the tiny village
of Eikhom, 10 km from the Telemark
Road, road 41 (Telemarksvegen). Turn
off at Haugsjåsund Family Camping
(Haugsjåsund Familiecamping) and
follow the signs. Toll gates across the
road.
The Fjone ferry
Norway’s smallest cable ferry transports travellers safely across Fjonesundet. There is a ferry café by the
dock. The café has outdoor serving
with a lovely view of Lake Nisser. New
this year are newly-renovated indoor
café premises. The owner Åshild Sollid
also offers catering.
During the summer season (15.06 –
20.08), the ferry runs every day, on
the hour. The ferry also runs from
1 May to 31 December, every day
except Tuesdays.
Detailed ferry time-tables are available
at www.fjonesundet.no.
Or you can contact Åshild Solli ph:
+47 35 04 71 32 / +47 97 56 18 25.
Felle, burial mounds and traces of settlements from the Bronze Age to Viking
times in Treungen and Nissedal. Some
of the hiking tracks in the county go
through this special cultural landscape. You can get basic track maps at
the tourist information centre or at the
council building. You can also read
about the hiking tracks at the county’s
website, www.nissedal.kommune.no.
Arts and crafts
Rune Rosemålar, Treungen
Rose painter and landscape painter.
tel. +47 26 36 63
www.runerosemaler.com
Åshild’s knitting barn
(Åshilds strikkestove), Fjone
Domestic crafts, gifts, jewellery,
pottery. Tel. +47 35 04 71 32 /
+ 47 97 56 18 25
www.fjonesundet.com
John Skognes,
Fjone
Pottery from
a wood-fired
kiln.
tel. +47
35 04 78 20
Hendrik Rouleaux
Art, painting, portrait etc.
tel. +47 41 48 44 76
http://h-willem.home.online.no
The Armourers workshop
tel. +47 90 71 82 37
www.living-history.no
Three Elves Stone Workshop
(Tre Nisser Steinverksted), Treungen:
Well assorted stone centre.
tel. +47 41 59 05 01
Elf Vault (Nissehvelvet), Treungen
Handmade trolls and elves.
Hand painted cabinets.
tel. +47 35 04 51 02 /
+47 99 76 94 94
ACTIVITIES
Historical places
You will discover traces of our past
throughout the county. You can find
rock carvings of ‘The Dancing Man’
on the Fjone side, ancient caves at
www.nissedal.kommune.no
Pipo playground
An indoor playground with
a challenging
jungle gym and
slides for older
children, playground and
ball cage for
smaller ones.
Perfect activity
and relaxation
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Nissedal
– an exciting part of Telemark
for families with small children.
Mother and father can relax in the
café with coffee, food, newspapers
and the internet, while the children
can test their climbing skills on safe
equipment. Pipo also offers Pipo-cross,
a new outdoor activity, where children
can try the cross track with small fourwheelers. Just alongside the large Pipo
hall, which is the old lokomotiv stable
(Lokstallen) in Treungen, is an idyllic
swimming area with pedal-boats for
hire. Pipo is open during holidays and
weekends, but you can also check our
website for further information
www.pipo.no or call
ph: +47 91 84 31 40.
The Lok Stable/ summer plain
This area is located right alongside
Pipo, and is the old train station area
in Treungen. Until 1968, the train
went from Arendal to Treungen, and
you can see remnants from this period
in the station area. The area was elected as the millennium place, and is
ideal for barbeques, swimming and
sports.
Tarzan vine
Adrenaline-kick! With full safety equipment and expert instruction, you can
swing on the Tarzan vine and gain a
huge momentum. Contact Nisser
Cabins and Camping
(Nisser Hyttegrend og Camping),
tel. +47 35 04 78 67.
Price: Jane: 40- NKR, Tarzan: 50- NKR.
Climbing haven
Fjone tempts you with some of the
best mountain climbing in Europe.
Nisser Cabins and Camping/Nissedal
Climbing Centre (tel. +47 35 04 78
10
67) offers an instructor if you wish to
try abseiling and climbing on the
steep mountain cliffs. Read more
about the specials at www.nisser.no.
Kayaking and Canoeing
The lake Tjørull is a perfect area for
canoeing. Bring a sleeping bag and
fishing rod, and experience a quiet
summer evening under the stars.
Tjørull Camping Cabins (Tjørull
Campinghytter) offers canoe hire.
Tel. +47 35 04 59 89/
+47 41 68 54 89
Fishing and fish trapping safari
Nissedal has 1500 fishing spots on the
plateaus, and of course you can also
fish in Lake Nisser. You can buy a fishing permit at gas stations and at the
Tourist Information Centre. Tveitsund
Fishing and Holiday (Tveitsund Fisk og
Ferie) in Treungen offers fish trapping
safaris on Lake Nisser.
Contact Per Øyvind Stokstad,
tel. +47 97 64 49 70.
Hiking tracks
Nissedal county has countless hiking
tracks: Short or long, easy or challenging, along Lake Nisser, in the forest,
or in the mountain. Take your choice!
Further information is available at the
county’s website, or at Havrefjell
Tramping Club’s website, www.turistforeningen.no/havrefjell. Havrefjell
Tramping Club has marked out a fantastic hiking track across Heimdalsheia,
which is 23 kilometres long. You can
also choose shorter hikes on this track,
which are clearly marked.
Treungen festival 2008
The great outdoor festival of the year
launches 31 July – 3 August this year.
Here you will listen to good music
(rock/ pop/ country) in the open air.
Further information about the festival
will be available at www.treungen.no.
www.nissedal.kommune.no
Nissedal
– an exciting part of Telemark
The Nissedal market
On the same weekend as the
Treungen festival, the business community in Treungen will arrange a big
market in the Treungen town centre.
The market opens Saturday 2 August
at 10:00 am. Here you will find different stalls, entertainment and lots of
other fun for young and old.
ACCOMMODATION
Gautefall Cabins (Gautefallhyttene)
tel. +47 97 96 35 20
www.gautefallhyttene.no
Solheia Cabins (Hytteselskap)
tel. +47 35 04 51 75 /
+47 95 15 14 46
www.solheia.no
Tjørull Camping Cabins
tel. +47 35 04 59 89 /
+47 41 68 54 89
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Destination Gautefall
Hotel, cabins, apartments
tel. +47 35 99 50 00
www.gautefall.no
Treungen Inn (Treungen Gjestgiveri)
tel. +47 35 04 54 22
Saga Camping
tel. +47 35 04 57 50 /
+47 41 02 78 88
www.sagacamp.no
Tveitsund Fishing and Holiday
(Tveitsund Fisk og Ferie)
tel. +47 97 64 49 70
www.webfilm.no/nissedal/tveitsund
Haugsjåsund Family Camping
(Haugsjåsund familiecamping)
tel. +47 35 04 58 06 /
+47 90 77 77 47
www.haugsjasund.no
Nisser Camping and Cabins
(Nisser Camping og Hyttegrend)
tel. +47 35 04 78 67 www.nisser.no
Sandnesodden Camping
tel. +47 35 04 78 65 /
+47 47 88 53 33
www.sandnesodden.no
Søftestad Camping
tel. +47 41 92 76 20
Kyrkjeneset Camping
tel. +47 35 04 71 05 /
+47 91 73 25 77
www.kyrkjeneset.no
Vik Camping
tel. +47 35 04 88 25
www.vikcamping.no
Tveitsund Food and Wine Lounge
(Tveitsund Mat og Vinstoge)
(Catering, Norwegian food and
Chinese food)
tel. +47 35 04 54 30
Treungen inn (Treungen gjestgiveri)
(Catering and overnight stays, great
homemade food)
tel. +47 35 04 54 22
Fjonesundet ferry café
(Fjonesundet ferjekafé)
(Summer open café, catering)
tel. +47 35 04 71 32
Subb Inn
(Home made Norwegian food and
Thai food)
tel. +47 35 04 72 05 /
+47 90 20 55 74
TOURIST INFORMATION
The tourist information centre in the
Treungen town centre is open during
the summer. Read more about our
opening times, travel tips and other
tourist information at
www.nissedal.kommune.no
Other useful links:
Nissedal Tourism Club:
www.nissedalferie.no
Cabins/hiking areas at Kyrkjebygdheia:
www.kyrkjebygdheia.no
Havrefjell Hiking Club:
www.turistforeningen.no/havrefjell
Nissedal County:
www.nissedal.kommune.no
PHOTO: TERJE RAKKE/NORDIC LIFE, ANDREAS LIEN SIMONSEN AND TONE LUNDEBERG REINHOLT
www.nissedal.kommune.no
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Welcome to
Fyresdal
Where
man meets
nature
Fyresdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
ATTRACTIONS
Fyresdal Museum
Located in Fyresdal centre, this
museum site boasts buildings from the
Middle Ages up to the 1900s.
• The county Women's League has
an exhibition at Øystad (Tourist Information Centre).
• Treasure hunts for children at the
museum. Treasure maps available at
the Tourist Information Centre.
• Free use of Hnefatafl, a replica of
an old Viking boardgamen much like
chess. Both games are copys of
orginal Viking boardgamen.
OPENING HOURS AND PRICES 2008:
07.06–01.09
Mon.-Fri. 10 -16.30.
Sat.
10 -15.30.
Adults NOK 30, children free.
Seniors/students NOK 25.
Joint tickets for all the museums in
Vest-Telemark (western Telemark)
Adults NOK 120, children NOK 60.
Tel.: +47 35 04 14 55
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
Visit Kvipt Gjestegard
We offer traditional Norwegian meals,
canoe rentals, and fishing/hunting
permits. Come and visit our ceramics
shop. Why not try sleeping in a cabin
or in a traditional storehouse. We also
offer: A trip voyage through time with
a historical walk from that will bring
you back to 900AD and then return
you to the present. At the end of the
day, enjoy a delicious traditional
Norwegian meal in the old smoke
house from the year 1600.
Open for visitors: Every day from
mid-June to mid-August, from 12 to
18. Cabins available for rent all year.
For more information:
Tel.: +47 35 04 18 18, www.kvipt.no
The Grythe art Gallery
The gallery is located along the state
highway and houses paintings and
photographs. The gallery also sells
specialised literature about the local
landscape and culture. For visiting
contact the Tourist Information.
Valebjørg Utmarksliv
Welcome to Fiskebustøylen – a place
where you can enjoy pure nature in
quiet surroundings. Excellent fishing
and hunting opportunities. Cosy
cabins, delicious food and guided
hikes.
Tel. +47 35 04 16 17/+47 076 77 991
www.valebjorg.no
Fossum Kurs og Feriesenter
Feel like working with ceramics,
weaving, art or paper mâch? Or
maybe you are more into meditation,
autogenic training, anti stress techniques/exercises yoga or Reiki classes?
Fossum Kurs and Feriesenter offer
B&B, cabins and camping accommodations. Sauna with Hot tub at the
waterfall. The Stallkafé restaurant is
open from tue until sun from
01.07 until 15.08 from 17.00.
Tel.: +47 35 04 25 14.
www.fossumferie.com
”Hymens lenker”
Rooted in ancient wedding traditions
dating back to the Viking age, you
and your loved one can be joined in
the bonds of matrimony by the local
blacksmith, Øivind Klausen.
Contact the Tourist Information
Centre for more information.
ACTIVITIES
Hiking
Visit one peak in each area this summer. On every peak you’ll find a mailbox containing a notebook. There are
15 peaks to choose from. If you manage to conquer 10 out of 15 peaks, you
can win fabulous prizes. Just remember to write your name and the date
in the notebook, and fill out the raffle
card. If you are you born in 1995 or
later, you will get a free prize if you
manage to scale 5 peaks. Use the
same card as the adults just remember to write down your age. In some
areas the route is marked, but not
everywhere. It is a good idea to buy a
map with information, and a card
where you cross out those peaks you
have climbed. The card costs NOK
50,- and is available at the Tourist
www.fyresdal.no
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Fyresdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
Information centre, hotels, shops and
camping sites. Go on a hike to local
mountain peaks or some other destination in Fyresdal. These hikes take
place every Tuesday from the beginning of May and through the month
of September. Meeting point:
Ica Nær Downtown Fyresdal.
Time: 17.
NB! Some hikes starts at 16.
We leave together and drive to the
starting point. The hike is free but it is
important to bring a smile, sensible
shoes, something to nibble on and
something to drink.
01.05 Høgenut (16)
06.05 *Igletjønnuten
13.05 *Åbogsfjell
20.05 Austheia Bandaksli
27.05 Søtdalsvarden
03.06 *Nasefjell
10.06 *Gaukås
17.06 Libjå to Brutjønn (16)
24.06 *Kviptefjell
01.07 *Tjønnefjell
08.07 Himmelkvævristine,
Nøs to Torsdalen (16)
15.07 Skipsfjell,from Skrede
22.07 *Berrfjell, from Hærstad
29.07 Olov/Oluf
05.08 Bindalsfjell
12.08 Skjevlehei, from Gausvatn
to Votna
19.08 Russefjell from Grytevatn
26.08 *Napen
02.09 Buinenuten/Buvinuten (16)
09.09 *Geitnetten (16)
16.09 *Hegglandsnetten from
Liarheim (16)
23.09 Haråsen, above Grythe (16)
30.09 *Øynuten (16)
DAY TRIPS:
Meeting point: Ica Nær Downtown
Fyresdal, time 10.
20-09 Skorve, Kivledalen in Seljord
04.10 Roan, roundtrip from the
skilift in Vrådal
14.08-17.08: Wildlifefestival at Fiskebu
(see arrangements)
Trips marked with an asterisk (*) means
that there is a notebook for the raffle in
the mailbox (please read next section
below).
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Fishing
In Fyresdal there are 392 lakes and
waters within an area of 10 000
square meters (2.5 acres). One fishing
permit for five zones means that you
can fish in most parts of Fyresdal.
Fishing permits can be bought at
petrol stations, camping sites, shops,
hotels and the Tourist Information
centre. You can choose between
a weekly permit and a year round
permit. Fishing guide also available
on sale.
Shopping
Neverstoga Handtverksutsal
(handmade crafts for sale).
Coffee bar, workroom for sewing.
Local handmade arts and crafts.
Tel.: +47 35 04 21 05.
”Tøddepotta” (ceramics)
Inger Dørdal displays and sells her
own unique pottery creations.
Tel.: +47 35 04 12 64
Wenche’s Therapy
Foot therapy, aromatherapy and light
therapy. Tel.: +47 35 04 13 45/
+47 95 17 74 18
”Oleas hus”
Gift and workshop, pottery, furniture
and cloths, tel.: +47 9578 5298
www.oleadesign.no
Fyredal Manufaktur og Leiker
Florist, toys and children wear
Tel: +47 35 04 11 24
Farge & Gåvebui
Gift shop, florist funeraldecoration
Tel: +47 35 04 11 24
Fyresdal Sport og Fritid
Sportclothes and sportequipment
Tel +47 35 04 25 40
Fyresdal Elektriske
Electrical equipment
Tel + 47 35 04 12 70
Grindberg Funiture
Furniture and interior products for
houses and cabins.
Tel.: +47 35 06 70 70
www.grinberg.no
www.fyresdal.no
Fyresdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
Den lille tresmia (wood-carving)
Carved wood products, arts and
crafts, wool creations
Shop located in Momraksgrend.
Tel.: +47 35 04 14 43
www.tresmia.net
Mimmis Garden
Summer flowers and breathtaking
perennials. Showcase garden and
shop, tel.: +47 35 04 12 18
www.mimmishage.no
Aketun Fisk
Local fishmonger. Opening hours
2008: June-October:
Mon., Wed. and Fri. 12 - 17
Sat. 12 - 15, Sun. 14- 19.
During wintertime after agreement
Tel.: +47 35 04 21 37
www.aketunfisk.no
Telemarkskyri Meieri A/S
Dairy producing local food made
from milk from Telemark cows.
Tel.: +47 35 04 12 22
www.telemarkskyri.no
Foldsæ Organic Farmshop
organic groceries, biodynamic vegetables, gift items, arts and craft etc.
Tuesday and Thursday 17-20
Saturday 11-16
Tel:. +47 48 26 85 62
Haflingerhoff
Horsemilk and cosmetic products
made from horsemilk.
Products are sold at Neverstoga
Tel:. +47 91 84 46 16
Grocery Shops
Ica Nær, Joker Grunnvik
Livi Heggland, Hauggrend Landhandel
ACCOMMODATION
Airparc Fyresdal
+47 35 04 12 55
Kvipt Gjestegard
+47 35 04 18 18
Fossum Kurs Og Feriesenter
+47 35 04 25 14
Fyresdal Vertshus
+47 35 04 26 66
Øyne Camping
+47 35 04 16 11
Roan Camping
+47 35 04 24 65
Metveit Gardsturisme
+47 35 04 12 59
Hærstad Hytteutleige
+47 91 15 93 60
Uppistog Lie-Berstøylen
+47 35 04 15 08
Midtgarden
+47 35 04 23 40
Husstøyl
+47 35 04 13 77
Tovslid
+47 35 04 18 21/ +47 97 76 02 01
Rolleivstad
+47 35 41570
Bondal Camping
+47 95 78 52 98
Valebjørg Utmarksliv
+47 35 04 16 17/+47 97 67 79 91
For more information:
www.fyresdal.no
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Fossum Kurs- og Feriesenter
Hauggrend, tel.: +47 35 04 25 14
Stallkafeèn (restaurant) is open tue
until sun from 01.07 until 15.08
from kl. 17.
Airparc Fyresdal
Fyresdal centre, tel.: +47 35 04 12 55
Purchase in advance only
Fyresdal Bakery and
Confectioner’s shop a/s
Fyresdal centre, tel.: +47 35 04 15 10.
Open every Tuesday through Saturday
all year round.
Mondays during schoolholiday
Fyresdal vertshus
(diner/restaurant) Fyresdal centre.
Tel.: +47 35 04 26 66. Dinner, light
meals and catering available.
Juni Bryggekafé
By Moland Chuch, Fyresdal centre
Tel.: +47 91 60 76 10.
Light meals, Mövenpick ice-cream,
Espresso and Café Latte. Open: During
schoolholiday: Mon through Sun from
11 to 21. Rest of the year:
Wed through Sun from 12 to 20.
TOURIST INFORMATION
The Tourist Information Centre
in Fyresdal Open: 07.06 to 01.09
Mon-Fri 10.- 16.30, Sat. 10 -15.30,
Sun. closed. Tel.: +47 35 04 14 55.
[email protected]
www.fyresdal.no
BANK Sparebanken Sør
Centre of Fyresdal
POST OFFICE
Joker Grunnvik
GARAGE
Momrak Verkstad
+47 35 04 11 43 / +47 95 79 15 11
Statoil Moland Auto
+ 47 35 04 13 00 / + 47 91 18 09 73
PHOTO: TERJE RAKKE/NORDIC LIFE, GUNHILD MOMRAK,
HYBRIS FILM
www.fyresdal.no
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Welcome to
Hjartdal
– in the heart
of Telemark
Hjartdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
ATTRACTIONS/ACTIVITIES
Tuddal Village Museum
The local open air museum in Tuddal
features 13 traditional buildings where
you can experience and learn about
traditional culture and history of
Tuddal from about 1600 to 1900.
You can also visit the new museum
building which preserves and displays
objects/artifacts in a completely new
manner.
You can visit the museum whenever
you like, but if you would like guided
tours - contact Tuddal Museumslag on
tel. 915 85 526. During the season
(July to the end of the first week of
August) the museum is attended every
day between 12 and 18.
www.museumaust.no
Tuddal Festival (Tuddalsdagane)
Every summer at the weekend closest
to July 20th, the Tuddal Festival
(Tuddalsdagane) is arranged.
The festival attracts more participants
than the number of citizens currently
living there. A variety of activities take
place in and around Tuddal during the
festival. On Saturday – there is a cultural programme at Tuddal Høyfjellshotell and an outdoor dance at
Tuddal Kro.
On Sunday – there is an exhibition, a
demonstration of traditional arts and
crafts, and sale of local products at
Tuddal Village Museum.
www.museumaust.no
www.tuddalturist.no
Bondal – Bondal Village Museum
If you follow the roadsigns for Bondal
after passing the church of Tuddal you
will arrive at the small community
Bondal north in Hjartdal Kommune
after appr. 20 km. The distinct cultural
landscape and the well-preserved farm
buildings have made Bondal an
important place both national and
international for culture and tradition.
Øystein H. Bondal, still living on his
farm, has recently built his own outstanding village museum, with a collection of tools, toys, women’s clothing and other items showing everyday life through several generations
on the farm.
www.bondalbygdetun.no
”Gaustatoppen
– The Mountain Route”
Gaustatoppen, which many claim to
be the most beautiful mountain in
Norway, towers in front of you while
driving from Sauland through the
beautiful nature of Tuddal as the road
serpentines up to the Gausta area,
where the highest elevation is Flistjønnskaret, at an altitude of 1260
meters. The best place to start off on
a trek up to the top is from Stavsro
(1,173 metres). The car park here has
a kiosk and toilets. The trail is well
marked with red T's all the way up
and it takes most people about two
hours to reach the summit and a little
less on the way down.
From Stavsro ” the Mountain Route”
leads on a steep downhill road till it
ends near the industrial town of
Rjukan. The whole distance Sauland –
Rjukan is about 40 km, and is a picturesque and spectacular alternative to
Rv 37 along Tinnsjøen.
Tuddal Høyfjellshotell
Situated on the "sunny side" of the
Gausta peak is Norway’s oldest hotel
in the mountains. Built in the Swiss
inspired style of building often used at
the end of the 19th century.
The dragons on the roof are inspired
by those to be found on Norwegian
stave churches. The food at the hotel
www.hjartdal.kommune.no
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Hjartdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
is traditional Norwegian, made by our
professional chefs, who only uses the
best material for your pleasure.
www.tuddal.no
The Omnes Falls
The falls is a picturesque spot close by
Fossen Kro. During the summer the
place is often used for bathing and
fun with natural water chute made by
the falls.
The Cultural Landscape
in Hjartdal
The cultural landscape in Hjartdal was
nominated to the UNESCO
International Cultural Landscape Price
in 2003. In 2007 Hjartdal kommune
received the first “Norwegian Price for
its cultural landscape”. The activities
and focus on the Cultural Landscape
makes Hjartdal an excellent place to
visit if you want to experience a landscape with a well preserved past.
www.kulturlandskapssenteret.no
The Peasants’ Revolt
In 1540 the peasants in Telemark
joined in an armed upraising due to
increased discontent with the King in
Copenhagen and on taxes and forced
labour. The revolt ended with execution of five of the peasants in the village
of Hjartdal. A monument raised at
Hjartdal Church in 1990 commemorates this dramatic event. A historical
play of the peasants’ revolt was shown
for the first time in Hjartdal in 2005.
www.hjartdalsbygda.no
The Scythe Festival, Hjartdal
At mid-June every year the Slåttefestival (Scythe Festival) takes place in
Hjartdal, with outdoor entertainment,
craft sales, handmade arts, local food
and activities for everyone.
The highlight is the championship in
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www.hjartdal.kommune.no
Hjartdal
– an exciting part of Telemark
using scythe, long and short.
The first official Norwegian championship was arranged at the festival
in 2007, gathering about 1000 guests.
www.hjartdalsbygda.no/
slaattefestivalen/index.html
The Anne Dam, Hjartdal
Activity facilities in a picturesque
scenery at Århus falls in upper part of
Hjartdal village. Outdoor hot jacuzzi
baths, grill hut, sauna and activities,
food and beverages available.
www.telegardar.no
Hiking
Marked hiking routes, summer:
Prestevegen – hiking route in easy
mountain terrain between Hjartdal
og Tuddal, appr. 6 hours.
Bondalsvegen – Tuddal, appr 3 hours.
Stavsro – Gaustatoppen,
appr 3 – 4 hours.
Bitringsnatten – Runhellhovet,
appr 1- 2 hours.
More information at our tourist
information centres
www.hjartdal.kommune.no
ACCOMMODATION
Tuddal Høyfjellshotell
tel. +47 35 02 88 88
www.tuddal.no
Brekke Fjellgardsferie, Bondal
tel. +47 35 02 37 14/ 913 63 048
Reisjå Fjellgård, Tuddal
tel. +47 35 02 37 11/930 24 557
www.reisjaa.no
Greivjord Fjellgard, Tuddal
tel. +47 35 02 40 96
www.greivjord.no
Hogstul Hytter, Tuddal
tel. +47 35 02 40 92
www.hogstul.net
Nord Flugon Fjellgard
tel. +47 35 02 40 65/959 39 978
www.flugon.no
Tuddal Camping og hytter
tel. +47 35 02 41 13
Bøen Camping, Tuddal
tel. +47 35 02 40 16
Fossen Kro, Sauland
tel. +47 35 02 85 00
Løvheim Gjestegård, Sauland
tel. +47 35 02 48 02/414 89 253
Telegardar, Hjartdal
tel. +47 35 02 49 50/47 64 13 27
www.telegardar.no
Hjartdal Fjellstoge og Storhytte
tel. 958 19 996
www.storhytte.no
Su-Hovland, Hjartdal
tel. +47 35 02 47 25/415 69 113
www.telegardar.no
Kåsa Hyttepark, Hjartdal
tel. + 47 35 02 48 74
Skogheim Camping, Hjartdal
tel. +47 35 02 48 13
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Tuddal Høyfjellshotell
tel. +47 35 02 88 88
www.tuddal.no
Tuddal Kro og Catering
tel. +47 35 02 46 60/957 46 300
Bøen Gatekjøkken, Tuddal
tel. +47 35 02 41 20
Fossen Kro, Sauland
tel. +47 35 02 85 00
Løvheim Gjestegård, Sauland
tel. +47 35 02 48 02/414 89 253
Skogheim Camping, Hjartdal
tel. +47 35 02 48 13
Hjartdal Kulturkafe
tel. +47 35 02 34 10/992 58 790
TOURIST INFORMATION
Hjartdal Turist- og Bygdesentral
tel. +47 35 02 48 68
www.hjartdalsbygda.no
Tuddal Bygdetun
tel. 915 85 526
www.museumaust.no
Hjartdal kommune
tel. +47 35 02 80 00
www.hjartdal.kommune.no
TAXI
Listul Taxi – tel. 913 17 029
PHOTO: DAG KROKAA, TERJE RAKKE
www.hjartdal.kommune.no
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Welcome to
Tokke/Dalen
Pleasant
days
Tokke/Dalen
– an exciting part of Telemark
ATTRACTIONS
The Telemark Canal
From the quays at Dalen, Lårdal and
Bandaksli you can sail with one of the
old canal boats, or take a tour in
your own canoe. You can travel on
Norway’s longest canal from the foot
of the Hardanger moors, to the sea,
passing through the 18 locks on the
way. Travelling by boat gives you
many opportunities to experience
nature and the changing landscape
along the canal.
www.telemakskanalen.no
Raven gorge
Since tourists first began coming to
Tokke the Raven Gorge has been a
source of fascination and awe. The
gorge has a 350-meter sheer drop
down to the river Tokkeåi below!
Situated between Dalen and Åmot,
the Raven Gorge has an unusual air
current, which makes it possible to
throw a banknote over the edge and
have it blown back by the wind rising
up the face of the cliff!
Dalen Hotel
The opening of the Telemark Canal
led to the building of the stately Dalen
Hotel, which has been an important
connecting point for tourists travelling
between east and west Norway.
Built in 1894 by the architect Halldor
Børve, it is of special interest being in
the Norwegian “Dragon style”. With
dragonheads, spires and towers, it
reminds us of the palaces of fairy tales.
In 1994 it was restored to it’s original
form in the time of king Oscar, but it
has all of the modern facilities tourists
demand today.
Recently the hotel park along the
shores of lake Bandak has also been
renovated, giving a fine view out over
the water. The hotel is renowned for
it’s good kitchen and relaxed “old
fashioned” atmosphere.
www.dalenhotel.no
Grimdals farm
On the road from Tokke to Setesdal
is the home of the sculptress Anne
Grimdalen (1899 – 1961). Known for
her work decorating Oslo’s city hall,
the Landstad monument in Seljord
and many other sculptures. The farm
is now a museum with buildings
dating from the middle-ages and an
exhibition of her works together with
the illustrations of “Draumkvædet” by
Karl Erik Harr. In the summer these
are supplemented with the works of
invited artists. From 30.05 to 31.07,
the artist Terje Grøstad will have an
exhibition of his work, and from 01.08
to 15.09, Inger Høyer-Dahl, and Marit
Saxegaard have been invited to exhibit. There is also sale of art and handicrafts including work by Thorjussen,
Andvik, Knoop, Harr, Bjørgum, and
many others. Traditional Norwegian
food and a beautiful nature ramble
and competition for children are also
not to be missed. Open:
30.05 – 31.08 every day from 10 to
17. From 01.09 to 15.09 – Sat/Sun
only from 10 to 17. Adults: NOK 40,-.
Child: NOK 10,-. Groups: NOK 30,Season ticket: NOK 70,-.
Tel. +47 35 07 77 97
Åmdals Verk Mines
The mining museum tells the story of
copper mining from the 1600’s to the
Second World War with photographs,
models, drawings and a geological
collection. You can also visit the mines
with a guide or enjoy the large outdoor area of the mining park with it’s
many marked footpaths.
Café and sale of souvenirs.
Open: 14.06 to 15.08 – every day
from 10 to 17. May/Aug/Sept to
14 Oct: every Tues. from 10 to 13.
Adults: NOK 50,-. Child: NOK 25,-.
Family ticket: NOK 120,-. Groups:
NOK 40,-. Tel. +47 35 07 79 30/
+47 35 07 73 31
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
Vest-Telemark museum
and Eidsborg stave church
The old farm at Vindlaus has been
transformed into Norway’s largest
open-air museum. The museum has
over 30 buildings, and a large exhibition showing handicrafts and folkart
over the centuries back to 1200 when
the church at Eidsborg was built.
Café and sale of souvenirs.
Open: 01.06 to 01.09 – every day
from 10 to 17. The church is open
to 18 throughout July.
Adults: NOK 60,-. Child (5–15)
NOK 30,-. Pensionist/student:
NOK 45,-. Family ticket: NOK 130,-.
Groups: NOK 40,-.
Tel.: +47 35 07 73 31
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
www.visitdalen.no
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Tokke/Dalen
– an exciting part of Telemark
Knife and silversmiths
The smithy’s craftwork has long
traditions in Tokke. At Vinjerui in
Dalen you can visit the silversmith’s
workshop. www.vinjerui.no
At Omdal farm near the Raven gorge
you will find Telemarkssylv. Here you
will be welcomed by Ingrid when
you visit her workshop. There is also
a small shop where you kan buy
traditional silver jewellery and some
of Ingrid’s own work.
The Kollbotn knife workshop can be
visited by appointment.
Art exhibition at Dalen quay
The old warehouse on the quay at
Dalen houses an exhibition of scenes
from “the old days” on the canal.
There is also an exhibition of local art
and handicrafts, which are for sale.
This summer there are 3 artists from
Holmestrand who have been invited
to exhibit work with scenes from
around Tokke. Open: 24.05 to 20.06
– Fri: 17 to 20, Sat/Sun: 12.30 to 20.
21.06 to 16.08:
open every day 12.30 to 20.
Rui-plassen
In the steep mountain sides over
Dalen lies Rui. An agricultural workers
cottage where the two Rui sisters,
Ingerine and Gurine lived. The Rui
sisters became famous in Norway
when they were invited to meet the
king in Oslo.
Stabia culture centre
Sale of international art in the studio
of the late Lello Greco.
Open: 01.06 to 01.09 – Tues. and
Thur. 16.30 to 21 or by appointment
tel. +47 35 07 71 13/+47 908 02 269.
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ACTIVITIES
“Test your fitness!”
31 may is the opening date for the
fantastic footpath between Lårdal and
Dalen in Telemark. The walk takes you
along the mountain edge some 800
metres over the Telemark canal. Along
the way you have fine views of the
landscape and historic sites, with an
experienced guide to help and explain
the special flora and geology. It is
possible to take the whole tour or only
part of it if you wish. The tour starts
at Eidsborg near Dalen, and for those
who choose to complete the whole
tour (15 km) to Lårdal, the return
journey is by the Telemark canal on
one of the historic boats Victoria or
Henrik Ibsen back to Dalen.
Spectacular nature
The special landscape and nature
along the upper part of the Telemark
canal in Tokke is an experience not to
be missed. It has a drama that many
artists have fallen in love with and
immortalised on canvas. Many come
here to enjoy the natural beauty in
peace and quiet, but for those wish an
organised tour, however you may wish
to travel, we can arrange a package to
suit your needs. We can also arrange
hire of cycle and canoe for groups or
school classes. Fishing is very popular,
and both Bandak and the Tokke river
can offer fine trout. The tourist office
has fishing licences and maps. We
have many marked paths in Tokke,
varying from 3-4km to 12-15km,
often with sites of special interest
along the way. The paths rise up
from the valley to the high mountains
through landscape rich in animal life,
plants and geology. The area is known
for the orchids which grow here.
Cycling
There are many cycle tracks in Tokke,
whether you want to cycle up to
Skafså, take a tour through the woods
or ride along the shores of the Telemark Canal. Combined cycle/boat
round tours are very popular. Telemark
Adventure can offer cycle hire.
Telemark Adventure
We offer exciting activities such as
abseiling, paddling, cycling or survival
courses. Special “holiday packages”
can be arranged for groups, whether
www.visitdalen.no
Tokke/Dalen
– an exciting part of Telemark
you wish a quiet holiday or are looking for a little more “excitement”.
We hire cycles, canoe and kayak.
Tel: +47 92 81 70 12
www.telemarkadventure.com
ATV Safari
Experience both nature and the landscape on a four wheel drive motorcycle. The tours use quiet roads and
paths with little traffic and are of varying duration. You can choose routes
with special interest for nature or
history/culture. Overland Scooter and
ATV, tel. +47 35 07 85 60/
+47 97 10 18 30
www.scooterogatv.no
Paddling canoe and kayak
The waterways in Telemark invite you
to a paddle tour and Dalen is an
excellent place to begin. The boats on
the canal can take both you and your
canoe or cycle. You can hire canoe,
cycles or fishing boats at Telemark
Adventure.
Roundtour with the taste
of strawberry…
Every saturday from 21.06 to 16.08
busstours from Dalen, via Eidsborg
church, and further to Lårdal. Here
there is time to take a cup of coffee in
the garden of the old hotel, before
returning to Dalen on the canal boat.
Information and reservations at Dalen
tourist office. Tel. +47 35 07 70 65.
Over the mountains by BOAT!!!
Boats up to 32ft can be transported
over Haukelifjell between the Telemark
canal and Rosendal in Hardanger. Boat
transport can also be arranged from
Skien to Dalen. Information:
Dalen tourist office tel:
+47 35 07 70 65 / +47 909 12 325.
ACCOMMODATION
Dalen Hotel
www.dalenhotel.no
tel. +47 35 07 90 00
Buøy Camping, Dalen
www.dalencamping.com
tel. +47 35 07 75 87
Skattekammeret Gjestestoge, Lårdal
tel. +47 35 07 65 00
Bandak Camping, Lårdal
www.bandak-camping.no
tel. +47 35 07 66 88
Landgård Hyttetun, Høydalsmo
tel. +47 95 98 24 75
Oftebu Hytte- og Romutleige,
Høydalsmo www.ofte.no
tel. +47 35 07 61 42
Lie Kiosk og Hytteutleige, Åmdals Verk
www.mamut.com/liehytter
tel. +47 90 54 14 06
Destinasjon Hallbjønn, Skafsåheia
www.hallbjonn.no
tel. +47 35 07 15 60
Dalen Bed & Breakfast
www.dalenbb.no
tel. +47 35 07 70 80
Dalen Guesthouse
tel. +47 97 73 00 26
Cottages for hire: Dalen Turistkontor
www.visitdalen.com
tel. +47 35 07 70 65
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Spiseriet Fastfood, Dalen
tel. +47 35 07 65 55
Open daily 12 – 22
Dalen Bryggjekafé
tel. +47 413 87 012, 01.05 – 01.09:
open weekends and when the boat
arrive. 15.06 – 15.08: Sun. – Thurs.
13–22, Fri.–Sat. 13–24, Sun. 12–21
Dalen Kro tel. +47 413 81 931
Mon. – Thurs. 10 – 21
Fri. – Sat. 10 – 24, Sun. 12 - 21
Kafé Galleri, Dalen
tel. +47 35 07 85 00
01.06 – 31.08: Mon. – Sat. 10 – 21
Sun. 12 – 20. The rest of the year:
Mon. – Sat. 10 – 19
Destination Hallbjønn
tel. +47 35 07 15 60, Sun. – Thurs.
12 – 20, Fri. – Sat. 12 – 23
Bandak Gatekjøkken, Lårdal
tel. +47 35 07 68 88
Summaropen, daily 10 - 21
Høydalsmo Vegkro
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tel. +47 35 07 62 77
Mon. – Fri. 10 – 24
Sat. 10 – 18, Sun. 10 – 22
Dalen Hotel, restaurant
tel. +47 35 07 90 00
Open for lunch and dinner:
May to Oct. Reservation.
TOURIST INFORMATION
Dalen tourist information
Summeropen 15.06 – 17.08
Mon. – Fri. 9 – 19, Sat. – Sun. 10 – 17
Rest of the year: Mon. – Fri. 9 – 15.30
Tel. +47 35 07 70 65
Fax: +47 35 07 73 41
E-mail: [email protected]
www.visitdalen.com
PHOTO: TERJE RAKKE/NORDIC LIFE, ARNE ROSLAND,
JØRGEN KASIN
www.visitdalen.no
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Welcome to
Vinje, Haukeli og Rauland
Something
for all
Vinje, Haukeli og Rauland
– an exciting part of Telemark
ATTRACTIONS
The Rauland exhibition
An annual exhibition of visual art and
handicraft by famous Norwegian and
foreign artists. Opening 05.07. at
18.00. Opening hours from 06.07
from 11-17.
The Haukeli exhibition
Arts and crafts exhibition at Haukelitunet Varesenter in Haukeligrend.
Open all year.
The Vinje exhibition
Annnual summer exhibition of visual
art and handicraft at Vinjar. The theme
for this years exhibition is language
and communication. Organizer is
Vinje Handverkslag. Opening June
29th at 14. Opening hours 29.0610.08 from 11-18.
The Mjonøy Crafts
and Culture Centre
is a distinctive venue with arts, crafts
and traditional cultural attractions.
Here you will find a traditional woodburning stone bakery, felting press,
cabins for rent, cultural events and
crafts exhibition. Concerts every
Sunday. Open 15.06-20.08 from
09-21 (10-17) .
Telemark Country Courtyard
Telemark Country Courtyard is located
just alongside the Rauland Academy
(Raulandsakademiet). The courtyard
has a collection of replicas of local,
traditional log buildings. During the
summer there are exhibitions, sales
exhibitions, cafè and open workshops.
Crafts sale in the barn every day
between 28.06-10.08 from 11-17.
The Kolbrek Gallery
Exhibition of paintings and water
colours in the barn at Rofshus
(Nesland). Open by appointment,
tel. +47 35 07 34 37.
Skinnfellen Dåm Gallery
by Rauland Church. Skinnfellen is a
crafts company that makes sheepskin
products. Laser engraving in glas,
wood, skin, leather, metal and more.
Rauland Gallery
at Rauland høgfjellshotel
Permanent exhibition of well known
artists from the region; Dyre Vaa, Aslak
Svalastoga and Anne Grimdalen.
Gallery catalogue NOK 30.
Tel. +47 35 06 31 00.
Svalastog in Grungedal
Pottery workshop with farm shop. The
farm shop also has candles, handmade
cards, sheepskin and meat from wild
sheep. You can also decorate pottery
and bring with you as your own special travel memory.
Tel. +47 35 07 27 92 or 95 92 28 56.
MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS
Museums and collections
(except the Defense Museum) are
open between 25.06–10.08, 12–17.
Further information about museums is
available at www.visitrauland.com, on
www.vest.telemark.museum.no and at
the Tourist Information Offices.
A collective ticket for 10 museums/
attractions in West Telemark is
avail-able for 120- NKR (adults)
and 60- NKR for children.
West Telemark Museums in Vinje:
The Miller Croft (Myllarheimen)
The Rauland Art Museum
The Vinje Picture Gallery
The Vinje Homestead (Vinjestoga)
The Øyfjell District Museum
The Defense Museum
This collection shows items and documents both from acts of war and everyday life in Vinje during World War II.
Further information from Terje Rømo,
tel. +47 413 33 507
ACTIVITIES
Hiking on Hardangervidda
and rural areas
Our region is perfectly situated for
great hikes in the mountains. Wander
from cabin to cabin in The Norwegian
Tourist Association’s network of cabins
and marked hiking tracks on Hardangervidda. Popular starting points are
Haukelisæter Fjellstue, easily accessible
from E134 across Haukelifjell, and
Mogen Turisthytte at the end of
Møsvatn Lake.
To get there you can take the boat
Fjellvåken II from Skinnarbu by State
Highway 37, a breathtaking mountain
cruise 919 metres above sea level. You
can also choose one of the shorter
hikes in the network of marked tracks
around the townships.
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Vinje, Haukeli og Rauland
– an exciting part of Telemark
Mountain Cruise on
Hardangervidda 1) 2)
Join the catamaran MB Fjellvåken II
on a mountain cruise on Møsvatn,
919 metres above sea level. Every
Monday 16-19 during the period
30.06–11.08, you can join a guided
boat trip from Skinnarbu to
Hovdenøya Island and enjoy a culture
programme. Every Thursday 11–14
during the period 03.07–14.08,
you can take a guided boat trip from
Skinnarbu to Hovdøya Island with
a guided tour of the beautiful
Møsstrond Church.
Cost: Adults 240- NKR, seniors 230NKR, children 6 to 15 years 70- NKR.
Alternatively you can take a daytrip
from Skinnarbu to Mogen. The
Mogen Tourist Cabin serves a delicious
traditional dinner. Cost (return trip
incl. dinner): Adults 490- NKR,
children 6-15 years 240- NKR.
For further information and booking,
please contact Rauland Turist,
tel. +47 35 06 26 30,
[email protected]
www.visitrauland.com
FJELLVÅKEN II
Timetable 27.06 – 31.08 2008
Departure Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat
Skinnarbu
06:15
Mogen
08:30 08:30 08:30 08:30
Skinnarbu 11:00 11:00 11:00 16:00 11:00 11:00
Mogen
13:30 13:30 16:00
16:00 16:00
Skinnarbu
18:30
18:30 18:30
1)
2)
16:00
11:00
Timetable 01.09 – 07.09.2008
Mogen
08:30 08:30 08:30
Skinnarbu
11:00
11:00
Mogen
16:00
16:00
Skinnarbu
18:30 18:30 18:30 18:30
Sun
08:30
11:00
16:00
08:30
11:00
16:00
1) 27.06–11.08: Guided boat trip from Skinnarbu to Hovdøya
included cultural program in Møsstrond church.
2) 27.06–14.08: Guided boat trip from Skinnarbu to Hovdøya
included guiding in beautiful Møsstrond church.
Ticket fare: Adults NOK 230, children 0-5 years free, 6-15 years
NOK 100. Day return: Adults NOK 340, children NOK 150.
1) and 2) Guided boat trip to Hovdøya: Audults NOK 240,
reduced-rate ticket NOK 230, children (6-15 years) NOK 70.
High mountain cruise Skinnarbu-Mogen included traditional
meal: Adults NOK 490, children (6-15 years) NOK 240.
Dog indoors: NOK 100. Dog outdoors free.
For further information and booking,
please contact Rauland Turist,
tel. +47 35 06 26 30, booking@
visitrauland.com www.visitrauland.com
Cyclists Welcome
Raulandsfjell hires out tour bikes from
May to October. The following places
offer cyclist-friendly accommodation:
Austbø Hotel, Raulandsfjell and Vierli
Tourist Centre (Vierli Turistsenter).
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The Rauland Tourist Information Office
has brochures on biking track options.
Car trails
Car trails is an option for those who
wish to combine a drive and interesting hikes that are well adapted and of
suitable length. Maps and descriptions
of these trips are available at the
Tourist Information Office for 10
NKR each.
Moose safari in Rauland
Accompanied by a guide and a driver,
you can join a dusk safari to spot and
learn about the King of the Forestthe moose! Planned visit to Aud
Trovatn in Øyfjell, where you can taste
moose meat etc. Moose guarantee:
50% refund if you don’t see a moose!
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
30.06.-21.08. Price: adults NOK 350,
children (0-15) NOK 250.
Sign up at Rauland tourist information
office by 16 the same day.
Tel. +47 35 06 26 30.
Hunting and fishing
The Tourist Information Office has
detailed overview of hunting and
fishing in Vinje.
Djuvland Fjellgard
Guided tours and food service for
groups by appointment. Minimum
8 people. Djuvland Fjellgard is a protected Telemark farm, with buildings
from the 16th and 18th centuries.
Tel. +47 35 07 36 40.
Rauland Ridesenter
is a quality riding centre with modern
stables housing 30 horses. Rauland
Ridesenter is open all year round, and
offers riding lessons for all levels and
ages. Tel. +47 35 07 35 44, e-post:
[email protected]
www.ridesenter.net/rauland
Rauland Mountain Spa
Rauland Høgfjellshotell has it’s own
own mountain spa. Enjoy a relaxing
treatment after an active day in the
moutains. Tel +47 35 06 31 00
www.rauland.no
Rauland Opplevelser
Rauland Opplevelser offers adventures,
activities and tours for groups, companies and private persons. Sea kayak,
hiking, orienteering and more.
Vinje, Haukeli og Rauland
– an exciting part of Telemark
Tel. +47 46 68 31 29, e-mail:
[email protected]
www.raulandopplevelser.no
Courses at Raulandsakademiet
In the summer and weekends in the
autumn there are short courses mainly
in home crafts and handicrafts. For
more information on the different
courses, www.raulandsakademiet.no
Tel. +47 35 07 32 92.
Rauland-Rjukan Card
Book at least 3 nights’ accommodation, and receive discounts at the
Norwegian Industrial Workers
Museum in Vemork, Krossobanen, the
Rauland moose safari, the mountain
cruise on the Hardangervidda, guided
tour to Hardanger and more.
www.visitrauland.com
Other activitities
Raulandsfjell offers ATV drives on track
with 4-wheel motorcycles, boat-,
canoe- and bicycle hire and a large
outdoor play area containing trampoline, sandvolleyball and more. At Vierli
Turistsenter, you can visit a children’s
farm with Norwegian farm animals
and feed the tame reindeer. Here is
also a large outdoor play area with
pedal go-carts, trampoline and more.
www.raulandsfjell.no
www.vierli.no
ACCOMMODATION
Vinje offers all types of accommodation. An overview of the full range
of accommodation possibilities is available at the Tourist Information Offices
in Åmot, Haukeli and Rauland, and at
www.visitrauland.com
Rauland Turist AS:
Booking of accommodation, tickets
and activities in Vinje, Rauland and
Haukeli.
CAMPING: ÅMOT:
Groven Camping
tel. +47 35 07 14 21
www.grovencamping.no
e-mail: [email protected]
Hyllandsfoss camping
tel. +47 915 51 155
http://home.no.net/campvin
HAUKELI/EDLAND:
Velemoen camping
tel. +47 35 07 01 09
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
HAUKELI/EDLAND/VÅGSLID:
Vågslidtun Hotell
tel. +47 35 07 05 85.
Haukeliseter Fjellstue
tel. +47 35 06 27 77
Haukeli Cafeteria and Motel
tel. +47 35 07 02 14
RAULAND:
Fjøllhalli
tel. +47 99 00 91 60/ 97 97 90 81
Raulandsfjell Cafeteria
tel. +47 35 07 35 55
Raulandstoga
ph. (+47) 35 07 31 10
Djuvland Fjellgard
tel. +47 35 07 36 40
Raulandsakademiet
tel. +47 35 07 32 92
Vierli Cafeteria tel. +47 35 07 23 00
Austbø Hotel tel. +47 35 07 34 25
Rauland Høgfjellsh. tlf. 35 06 31 00
VINJE/ÅMOT:
Mjonøy Craft and Culture Centre
tel. +47 35 07 25 33
Vinje Kro
tel. +47 35 06 21 00
Kakeringen Kafè og Konditori
tel. +47 35 07 07 70.
TOURIST INFORMATION
Rauland Turist AS
Year-round open tourist information
office and bookingcentre for Rauland,
Vinje and Haukeli.
Tel. +47 35 06 26 30, e-mail:
[email protected]
web: www.visitrauland.com
Opening hours summer: 20.06-20.08
Mon-Fri 9-17, Sat. and Sun. 10-14.
The rest of the year: Mon-Fri 9-16.
Haukeli Turistinformasjon
tel. +47 35 07 03 67. Summer open
tourist information office at Haukeli
Kafeteria and Motel in Haukeli centre.
Open 20.06-20.08 Mon-Fri 10-16,
Sat.and Sund. 10-14.
Åmot Touristinformation Office,
Tenestetorget
in the council building:
tel. +47 35 06 23 00, hours:
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 3:30pm.
PHOTO: TERJE RAKKE
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The Telemark Canal from Dalen,
Rauland, Kviteseid and Vrådal
Treat yourself to a trip on the beautiful Telemark Canal from the deck
of one of the old canal boats. Experience the ancient cultural history and
travel through the locks as people did over 100 years ago. The canal was
completed in 1892 and consists of 18 lock chambers, lifting the boats from
0 – 72 metres above sea during the 105 km long journey between Skien
and Dalen. Trips from 2 to 11 hours .
The prices below include both the cruise and bus transfer back to the
starting point.
CANAL CRUISE FROM DALEN
For tourists in Tokke, Haukeli and Rauland
08.20
Dep. Dalen by boat
15.40
Arr. Ulefoss
16.25
Dep. Ulefoss by bus
Arrival Dalen 18.35 hrs.
CANAL CRUISE FROM KVITESEID
For tourists in Morgedal,
Fyresdal and Vrådal
10.30
Dep. Kviteseid by boat
15.40
Arr. Ulefoss
16.25
Buss return to Kviteseid
17.45
Arr Kviteseid
CANAL CRUISE FROM RAULAND
06.55
Bus dep. Krossen, Rauland
07.25
Åmot, Vinje Kro
07.35
Åmot bus terminal
08.15
Arr. Dalen
08.20
Boat dep.
15.40
Arr. Ulefoss
16.25
Bus dep. Ulefoss
18.30
Arr. Krossen, Rauland
18.30
Arr. Dalen
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Adults NOK 660,- / children NOK 330,Departure
24.06 – 10.08: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Daily
03.-22.06 og 12.-17.08: . . . . . . . .Tues./Thurs.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat/Sun
19.05 – 01.06 og 24.08 – 07.09: .Sunday
Adults NOK 470,- / children NOK 240,Departure
24.06 – 10.08: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Daily
03.-22.06 og 12.-17.08: . . . . . . . .Tues./Thurs.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat/Sun
19.05 – 01.06 og 24.08 – 07.09: .Sunday
Adults: NOK 690,- / children: NOK 345,-,Departure
24.06 – 10.08: . . . . . . . . . . . . .Daily except
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat. and Sun.
12.08-14.08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tues./Thurs.
The tickets must be prebooked. Call Telemarkreiser in Skien tel 35 90 00 30. Office
hours 08.00 – 16.00. Tickets for bus/boat
can be purchased on the bus.
BOOKING OFFICE
Tel. 35 90 00 30 [email protected] www.visittelemark.com
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Welcome to
Kviteseid, Morgedal and Vrådal
Activities,
adventure,
culture and
tradition
Kviteseid, Morgedal & Vrådal
– an exciting part of Telemark
■ KVITESEIDBYEN
Kviteseidbyen is an idyllic village by
the Telemark Canal. It is a lively and
pleasant centre for trade and local
government. In Kviteseidbyen there
are some forty companies covering
most lines of business. The canal boats
Victoria and Henrik Ibsen visit the harbour everyday in the summer time.
The harbour is also open to tourist
boats, and is free of charge.
Here washing machine, toilet, shower
facilities and septic tank are available.
The tourist office at the wharf is a
wireless point.
www.kviteseidbyen.no
Shooting, nature trails, etc.
tel. +47 95 08 51 52/93 25 80 73
www.tvtun.no
Kvitsund gymnas (boarding-school)
Rooms with or without shower.
tel. +47 35 06 87 00
Bed & Breakfast, Finkenhagen
tel. +47 35 05 31 39/91 66 52 88
The Lie farm
tel. + 47 97 66 43 45
Kilen Feriesenter (camping)
Beautifully situated by lake Flåvatn,
about 30 km from Kviteseid village.
Cabins for rent. Beach, water slide,
boats for rent, fast food restaurant.
tel. +47 35 05 65 87 www.kilen.as
ATTRACTIONS
Kviteseid bygdetun
and Kviteseid old church
Outdoor museum with 12 old buildings. Kviteseid old church is a stone
church, Romanesque style, dating
from the 12th century.
Open 14.06 –17.08 every day 11-17.
Tel +47 35 07 73 31/35 05 37 60
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Waldenstrøms Bakeri (bakery shop)
tel. +47 35 05 31 59
Bryggjekafeen (cafeteria at the wharf)
tel. +47 95 45 15 46
TOURIST INFORMATION
Kviteseid Tourist Information
Kviteseid bryggje (the wharf)
tel. +47 95 45 15 46
TAXI
Kviteseid taxi tel. +47 94 15 36 50
Utsondhalli (gallery)
at Kviteseid bygdetun
A collection of sculptures by Gunnar
Utsond (1864-1950). This year’s special exhibition shows paintings by
Ørnulf Opdahl. Same opening hours
as the museum.
(Gallery) Kviteseid Bryggje
Art exhibition.
ACCOMMODATION
Tveitgrendtunet
Kayaks and canoes for rent.
■ MORGEDAL
– the cradle of modern skiing
A visit to Morgedal will take you
straight into the history of skiing, from
the days of the pioneers to this day.
Combined with genuine rural tradition
and culture in a beautiful part of
Norway, this place tempts us with
many exciting outdoor activities.
Guided mountain and historical mine
tours, pilgrim wandering, fishing, as
well as beaver and elg safari. Visit
Morgedal on your own or together
with a local guide.
www.morgedal.com
ATTRACTIONS
Norsk Skieventyr – Norwegian
Skiing Adventure Centre
Take an interesting walk inside the
museum, through 4 000 years of ski
history, from the earliest of rock carvings to the Vikings, Birkebeiners
(supporters of King Sverre around
1200), Lapps, Sondre Norheim and
others from Telemark. Everything is
presented through a multimedia
show, which combines several screens,
www.kviteseid.kommune.no
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Kviteseid, Morgedal & Vrådal
– an exciting part of Telemark
exhibitions, music, light and sound
effects. Souvenir shop and a café that
serves traditional Norwegian food.
Opening hours 2008
16.05-15.06
Every day 11-16
16.06-15.08
Every day 9–19
16.08-31.08
Every day 10-17
01.09-26.10
Ever day 11-16
tel. +47 35 05 42 50
www.vest-telemark.museum.no
Øverbø,
Sondre Norheim’s birthplace
The crofter’s cabin in Morgedal where
Sondre was born, is only a short, lovely hike away. The small house, barely
15 square meters big, is still standing.
Sondre lived here with his family – his
wife Rannei and their eight children.
Activities in Morgedal
Tennis, swimming (indoors and outdoors), canoes/rowing boats, fishing,
walks in the forest, strolls along the
lake, cycling, badminton and
mini-golf. www.moregdal.no
www.morgedal.com
ACCOMMODATION
Morgedal Hotell
tel. +47 35 06 89 00
www.morgedal.no
Morgedal Camping
tel. +47 35 05 41 52
www.morgedalcamping.no
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Morgedal Hotell
tel. +47 35 06 89 00
www.morgedal.no
The café at the Adventure Centre/
Norsk Skieventyr
tel. +47 35 05 42 50
TOURIST INFORMATION
Morgedal Tourist Information
tel. +47 35 05 42 50
In Morgedal you find a goldsmith and
a grocer’s shop.
Did you know that . . .
The word ”slalom” is a dialect word
from Vest-Telemark (western Telemark)? The word is a combination
of ”sla” meaning slanting hill and
”låm” meaning traces in snow.
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■ VRÅDAL
This is one of Telemark’s most popular
tourist destinations. Lake Nisser, with
all its small islands, is Telemark's largest lake. The area is an eldorado for
everyone who loves swimming, boating and fishing. Vrådal also offers
miles of marked hiking trails in beautiful surroundings. Vrådal is a pleasant
tourist centre with several shops and a
great number of attractions; gondola
lift, climbing tower,museum, riding
centre etc. m.m.
ATTRACTIONS
Straand Sommerland
Large playground with trampolines
and swings. Sand volleyball, beach,
and a restaurant open during the
summer season.
Scandinavia’s
highest outdoor
climbing tower
is situated at Straand
Sommerland.
tel. +47 35 06 90 00.
www.quality-straandhotel.no
Straand Hestesenter
(riding centre)
The riding centre offers horseback
riding in the surrounding forests,
instruction, pony rides and cart rides.
Open every day 10 –17.
tel. +47 41 41 25 03/
+47 35 06 90 00.
www.quality-straandhotel.no/
hestesenter
The veteran ship MS Fram
The restored tug boat MS Fram takes
you through the lock gates in Vrådal.
The 2,5 hour trip starts at Straand
Sommerland and includes a visit to
the lock gate museum. A light meal is
served on board.
24.05-29.06 and 11.08-18.10 Wed.
and Sat. Dep. 15 .
30.06-10.08 Tue., Thu., Sat and Sun.
Dep. 15., tel +47 35 06 90 00.
www.quality-straandhotel.no
Vrådal Slusemuseum
(lock gate museum)
The museum is situated next to
Småstraum lock in Vrådal.
Open when the MS Fram visits.
tel. +47 35 05 63 70.
www.kviteseid.kommune.no
Kviteseid, Morgedal & Vrådal
– an exciting part of Telemark
Sølvsmedtunet (silversmith)
with the Nisseloftet
The silversmith makes traditional
jewellery for the Norwegian national
costume, and at Nisseloftet, there is
Christmas all year long.
Opening hours during high season:
Mon.- Fri. 10–18, Sat. 100–17,
Sun. 11 –17, tel. +47 35 04 72 33.
Galleri Sølvsmedtunet (gallery)
Art exhibition. Paintings by Tore Juel.
Open 01.07-03.08. Opening hours are
the same as for the Sølvsmedtunet.
Tel. +47 35 04 72 33.
Trollklubben (The Troll Club)
Together with an adult leader, the
children can experience a lot of thrilling activities. Ask for a schedule
tel. +47 35 06 90 00.
Gondola lift at
Vrådal Panorama Skisenter
The lift takes you up into the
mountain, an excellent starting point
for hiking and bike trips.
tel. +47 35 06 83 50
Vrådal Panorama Golf Putting
A six hole putting course. Golf putting
is a combination of mini-golf and
ordinary golf, tel. +47 35 06 83 50
Nordic Walking Centre
9 marked trails for Nordic Walking.
Beaver safari
June-Sept., Wed. Also every Thur. in
July. 19.30. Vrådal Turistservice (tourist
information) tel. +47 35 05 63 70.
Boats and canoes for rent
Quality Straand Hotel & Resort
tel. +47 35 06 90 00
Vrådal Panorama Skisenter
tel. +47 35 06 83 50
Vrådal Hotell og Hyttepark
(hotel and cabins)
tel. +47 35 06 93 00 www.vradal.no
Vrådal Hyttegrend
(camping and cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 61 83
www.hyttegrend.no
Fiskebekk Hytteutleige (cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 61 11
Furuheim Pensjonat og Camping
(Furuheim Inn and camping)
tel. +47 35 05 61 14/
+47 90 52 78 87
Roholdt Hytteutleige (cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 61 29 www.roholdt.no
Flatland-Ormtveit Hytteutleige
(cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 51 25
Nedre Straand Hytteutleige og
Camping (cabins and camping)
tel. +47 35 05 61 85
www.nedrestraand.no
Løyne Camping og Hytteutleige
(cabins and camping)
tel. +47 35 05 62 44/ 47 94 47 52 85
Heglandsodden Hytter og Camping
(cabins and camping)
tel. +47 35 05 51 13
Nisser Hyttesenter (cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 61 23
Dale Hytteutleige (cabins)
tel. +47 35 05 51 97/90 14 32 85
www.oey.no
Vrådal Booking
tel. +47 35 06 93 00
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Out-door restaurant at the
Straand Sommerland
tel. +47 35 06 90 00
Straand terrassen
tel. +47 35 06 90 00
Straand Bistro tel. +47 35 06 90 00
Panorama Kafé and Restaurant
tel. +47 41 30 82 88
TOURIST INFORMATION
Vrådal Turistservice
tel. +47 35 05 63 70
VRÅDAL TAXI
tel. +47 35 05 62 07/ 97 70 01 52
Bicycles for rent
Quality Straand Hotel & Resort
tel. +47 35 06 90 00
ACCOMMODATION
Quality Straand Hotel & Resort
tel. +47 35 06 90 00
www.quality-straandhotel.no
In Vrådal there are several shops
– grocer’s shop, sports shops, souvenir
shop, perfumery, hairdresser, petrol
station and more.
PHOTO: MANGLER
www.kviteseid.kommune.no
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Welcome to
Viser ved Kanalen 2008!
KVITESEID BRYGGE, Friday, June 20th.
Prestestranda te Dublin
Frå
og heim igjen
Norwegian band collaborates with the
legendary singer of Dubliners, Sean Cannon
DALEN HOTEL, Saturday, June 21th.
Ole Paus
Norwegian singer
songwriter.
Supportartist is
Linnea Dale,
finalist of the
norwegian Idol
2007.
For more info about the festival:
WWW.VISERVEDKANALEN.NO
Events
08.05-12.05
AOPA Germany, Fyresdal Airport.
22.05-24.05
AOPA Germany, Fyresdal Airport.
12.06 – 15.06 Haukeliseterfestivalen
– folk music festival in Vinje
www.haukeliseterfestivalen.no
13.06 – 14.06
The Scythe Festival, Hjartdal.
24.05 Second-hand fair in Seljord
24.05 Exhibition of art and crafts on
Dalen quay opens. Passenger boat from
Skien arrives at the quay opening the
summer season. Entertainment kl. 17.
30.05
Summer season at the Grimdalstunet art gallery in Tokke opens
18:00. Guest artist; Terje Grøstad and
author Eyvind Skeie will talk about their
work.
31.05 10.00-13.00 Great-grandmother’s
street breakfast – a traditional event in
Dalen where Norwegian food is served
in the main street
31.05 09.00
“Tøffare enn Besseggen” Opening of the
new walk from Dalen to Lårdal starting
from Eidsborg.
13.06 19.00
Concert, Lomsk, Church Park
14.06 15.00
Rallardagen at Åmdals Verk, Tokke – a
historical play about the “old days” in
this small mining village. Concert with
Lars Bremnes Duo.
14.06 10.00
Church Park Hjartdal - Norwegian
Championship in Scythe, arts and crafts,
food and beverages. Saturday night
dance, Hjartsjøstronda with Åsmund
Åmli Band at 20. www.slattefestivalen.no
14.06 Arrangement at Kviteseid bygdetun. 11.00: The summer season starts at
the folkmuseum. 16: Opening of an art
exhibition by Ørnulf Opdahl in
Utsondhalli. 18.00: Concert in the old
church of Kviteseid.
01.06 Vest-Telemark Museum in
Tokke opens for the summer season –
programme of music and culture.
15.06 Wildflower Day in Fyresdal
and Dalen.
01.06 Fyresdal athletic association
organises bike rides.
”TA-trimmen” on bicycle.
15.06 The summer season starts
at Mjonøy in Vinje. Traditional food,
exhibition and handicraft.
06.06 19.00 “Eidsborgsprinten” The
annual cycle race from Dalen to
Eidsborg (10 km but VERY steep).
20.06 20.00
Music festival by the Telemark Canal.
Concert in Kviteseidbyen.
06.06 19.00 Spring concert at
Vinjehuset in Åmot, Vinje
20.06 – 21.06
The Victoria Festival in Kviteseidbyen.
Various activities and arrangements.
07.06 09.00 “Telemarkskanalrittet”
Cycle tour along the Telemark canal
starts from Dalen, (100km).
07.06 10.00-17.00
”Bygdedagen”, market and fair at
Fyresdal Bygdemuseum
07.06 Street breakfast in Treungen
village centre in Nissedal
08.06 11.00
Mountain hike to the top of Hægefjell,
in Nissedal, 1022 metres above sea level
on the western side of Lake Nisser. Meet
at Prix grocery store, Treungen at 11:00
am. Register by 06.06 to tel. +47 35 04
51 66 or +47 35 04 54 45.
Bus fare: 100,- NOK. Arr. by: Havrefjell
Hiking Group/ Treungen Sports Group
(Havrefjell Turlag/Treungen IL)
20.06 – 21.06
“Dalsmarken” The annual market at
Dalen with music and dance in the
evening. See: www.dalsmarken.no
21.06 17.00 “Viser ved kanalen” Music
festival by the Telemark Canal. Family
concert in the garden of Dalen Hotel,
with Ole Paus and Line Dale.
22.06 17.00 Opening of summer
exhibition at Nisser Camping and Cabins
(Nisser Camping og Hyttegrend), Fjone
in Nissedal. The exhibition goes on for
the whole summer season.
22.06 Øyfjell bygdemuseum in Vinje
– Øyfjell day
22.06 The accordion group “Dølen”
plays at Kviteseid bygdetun (folk
museum)
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Events
22.06
The summer season starts at
Eva Bull Holte’s Museum in Seljord
13.07 Øyfjell bydemuseum in Vinje
– activity day
23.06
Midsummer Eve celebration at
Groven Camping in Åmot, Vinje
13.07 Trip to Nordigard Berdal, starts
after Protestant church service at
Nesland church at 10.00, Vinje.
23.06
Midsummer feast at the VestTelemark Museum at Eidsborg in Tokke.
23.06
Midsummer Eve celebration in
Fyresdal (see ad.).
25.06 – 01.08
Activities at Kviteseid bygdetun (folk
museum) every Wednesday
26.06 – 04.07
Pilgrims wandering along the old
footpaths from Vest-Telemark to Røldal.
26.06-29.06
Seljordspelet – outdoor play in Seljord
27.06. Rifleman rally at Øyfjell shooting
range, Vinje
27.06-29.06 The Seljord days
28.06 Children’s Days in Sejord
28.06
Bible school camping at
Nissedal Camping and Cabins, Fjone.
Until 13 July.
29.06
Vinjeutstillinga – opening of
exhibition, 30 NKR. Children free.
29.06 16.00
Pilgrim’s church service in Vinje church
01.07-03 Art exhibition by Tore Juel at
Galleri Sølvsmedtunet (gallery) in Vrådal,
Kviteseid
02.07-05.07 Art and literature camp for
youths. Contact culture office in Vinje
municipality.
02.07-06.07
Dancemusic Festival in Seljord
04.07-07.07
Microplane Fyresdal Airport
05.07 11.00-14.00
Activities at the Fyresdal Folk Museum.
06.07
Concert in Alvstoga, Mjonøy, Vinje
07.07-13.07
Maran Ata – religious national convention in Seljord
12.07 Sea Serpent race for vintage cars
in Seljord
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13.07
Concert in Alvstoga, Mjonøy, Vinje
13.07 kl. 16
Programme/arrangement for children at
the Kviteseid bygdetun (folk museum)
15.07 / 22.07 / 29.07 / 05.08
Guided tour to Hardanger:
Guided daytrip with driver over Mount
Haukelifjell to beautiful Hardanger. This
is a journey in cultural history and taste
experiences to one of Norway’s most
beautiful fiords. Farm visit at Reiseter
incl. lunch, guided tour at Hardanger
Folkemuseum (rural museum) in Utne,
guided tour at Agatunet (rural museum)
incl. dinner. Possibilities for tasting and
buying lemonade, cider, fruit and other
local produced products. Price NOK
1570 per person. Book tickets at Rauland
Tourist Office in Rauland centre by 16.00
the day before departure. Tel:
+47 35 06 26 30, [email protected]
16.07, 23.07, 30.07, 06.08
Guided trip to see protected Telemark
farms in Rauland. Cost: 350 Nok. More
information + 47 35 06 26 30
www.visitrauland.com
19.07 – 20.07
Tuddalsdagane in Hjartdal
19.07 Cultural programme at Tuddal
Høyfjellshotell in Hjartal, www.tuddal.no
20.07 Bygdedag, Tuddal Bygdetun
in Hjartdal
20.07
Concert in Alvstoga, Mjonøy, Vinje.
23.07-27.07
Country-music Festival in Seljord
25.07-27.07 St. Olaf’s Day in Fyresdal
(picture).
Events
17.08 Kviteseiddagen 2007
(Kviteseid’s Day) at Kviteseid bygdetun.
11.00 Mass in th old church of
Kviteseid. 13.00 Cultural programme.
19.00: Opening and concert in Moland
church. 22.00: St. Olaf’s Day performance in Øyskogen (picture), Fyresdal Folk
Museum (see advertisement).
26.07 10.00–12.00: Outdoor breakfast
in Folkestadbyen (Fyresdal centre).
11.00: Activities, food and music in
Øyskogen. 22.00: St. Olaf’s Day performance in Øyskogen.
27.07 11.00: St. Olaf’s Day mass at
Heggland old cemetery. Church coffee
after mass. Approx. 13, excursion.
27.07 18.00:
Concert in the old church of Kviteseid.
23.08 Vinjedagen in Åmot. Market day
with entertainment, stalls, activities and
more. Party in the evening with Setesdal
Roots Band.
27.07
Concert in Alvstoga, Mjonøy, Vinje
28.08-31.08
Parachutist at Fyresdal Airport
28.07 10.00
Organised walk to Havredalen in Vinje.
Meeting point Prestegard tourist hut.
29.07 Concert, Vinje Biletgalleri
29.08-31.08
“Troll Rally” MC meeting in Fyresdal
31.07-03.08 Treungen Festival in
Nissedal. For programme:
www.treungen.no
02.08
Nissedal market in Treungen, Nissedal
02.08-10.08 Nordic Iceland horse
championship in Seljord
02.08
”Bispevegmarsjen”. Walk along
the old Bispevegen road, a 25 km long
trade route between Fyresdal and
Setesdal. For more information, contact
the Tourist Information Centre.
24.08 Mountain hike to the newly
restored Fire Tower at Solholmfjell in
Nissedal. View of four regions and 25
counties.
30.08 Themed walk and concert at
Vinje Biletgalleri at 17-19.30, Vinje.
30.08 20.00
Concert at Vinje Biletgalleri
31.08 Wilderness hike on the old track
across the Heimdal plateau
(Heimdalsheia) in Nissedal.
06.09 Enjoy sheep, shepherds and their
sheep dogs returning home from the
summer pastures in the mountains. Have
something to bite to eat and a cup of
coffee. Fyresdal
03.08
“Grimdalsstemnet” A program
of music, culture and food at
Grimdalstunet art gallery in Tokke.
06.09 11.00-13.00 “Raulandsdilten”
An 8 km family run at Falkeriset, charge
NOK 40,-. Starts at Løyning by the
Kromvik road at 11.00-13.00, Vinje.
03.08 16.00 Concert at Kviteseid
bygdetun. Local musicians.
12.09-14.09 The country-show
Dyrsku’n 2008 in Seljord
07.08 Nissedal market in Treungen.
12.09-14.09
AEW airplane meeting Fyresdal Airport
08.08-10.08 MC meeting at Øyne
Camping, Kilegrend in Fyresdal
08.08-10.08 Airparc Flyinn, at Fyresdal
Airport (Alt. 15.08-17.08)
14.09 End of season programme for
Grimdalstunet art gallery with music
etc.
12.08 WE at Fyresdal Airport
12.10 13.00 Autumn hike to Havrefjell
in Nissedal. Starting from Sandtjønn at
13. Hike on a good track and bare rock
slopes up to the Havrefjell Beacon. Read
more about the trips and how to register
at www.turistforeningen.no/havrefjell
14.08-17.08 Walking Festival at
Fiskebustøylen, Fyresdal
Sept./Oct. Market and small cattle days
in Øyfjell, Vinje
16.08 12.00 Norwegian porridge party
and market day at Felle in Nissedal
29.-30.11
Christmas market at Dyrsku’n in Seljord
10.08 12.00
Family day at Vest-Telemark Museum in
Tokke, with food and handicrafts.
Please notice that all the above
programme may be subject to changes!
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