Haukelifjell – Telemark

NATURE OG CULTURE
NATURE OG CULTURE
1,3 KM CIRCUIT / FAMILY WALK
Waterpire
Wild reindeer on Hardangervidda
SUITABLE FOR PUSHCHAIRS
Haukelifjell – Telemark
THIS ROUTE IS OUT OF the ordinary
and gives you the chance to team up
with our superhero Sildre – a happy
little water droplet – on the hunt for
the villainous Waterpire Surkula who
is trying to pollute our countryside.
Sildre’s story is presented as a cartoon
strip at five information posts along the
route. In addition to the story of Sildre
and Waterpire Surkula, there are some
installations where you can try generating power, find out how much water
you use during a day, and have a real
water fight with Waterpire Surkula,
the water vampire.
Photo: Guro Lien
Photo: Arne Nyaas
What to find out more?
The information boards feature QR
codes that you can scan with your
mobile phone to access additional
information about both water and
Hardangervidda National Park.
NORWAY IS THE ONLY COUNTRY in Europe that is home
to direct descendants of the original population of wild reindeer
(tundra reindeer). The 10–11,000 animals that live on Hardangervidda constitute more than a quarter of all wild reindeer in Europe
To find out more about wild reindeer, visit www.villrein.no
Layout Nina Akersveen / trykk Erik Tanche Nilssen as
Photo: Borghild Krossli
Illustrations: Eytor Interaktiv Media as
THE FIGURES YOU WILL MEET ALONG THE TRAIL
HI! MY NAME IS SILDRE,
MY NAME IS SOLA, and
and I’m a superhero! Stop
off at Haukelifjell and join
me and my friends on a
fascinating walk.
I’m the most important of
all. Without me, nothing
could live or grow on Earth.

I’M LIVE, and I’m the Earth Princess.
I’m responsible for everything that
lives and grows in nature. Sildre is
my best friend. On your walk around
Haukelifjell, you will find out what
the consequences are if anything
happens to me.
OI, YOU! I’m Waterpire Surkula
– and I hate everything that is
pure and good. Most of all, I
hate clean water. If you dare to
stop at Haukelifjell, I challenge
you to a real water fight!
Illustration:
Eytor Interaktiv Media as
Note:
Dogs must be leashed April 1. - August 20.
Description of the walk
INTERACTIVE TRAIL along the river with activities for children
and adults. The route starts next to Arbuvollen Fjellbutikk and
follows the road west from the store. The walk is signposted
along the trail from the car park. You can bring a pushchair or
pram with you all the way around the route. The first section
of the route, which runs from the store down to the fishing
area and vantage point/barbecue site, is suitable for wheelchair
users. This stretch of the route features an asphalt/gravel
surface and includes a 3% slope for a distance of 500 metres.
Access:
Medio June - medio October.
Legend
1
2
Sildre’s
Vantage Point
3
Live’s
Pond
Scary Cove
Sildre’s Vantage Point
The history of water and
where it comes from. Tables,
benches and barbecue area.
Live’s pond – this is Live’s
home. Information about
the flora and fauna on
Haukelifjell and in Hardangervidda National Park.
Scary Cove. This is where
the villainous Waterpire
Surkula hides out, and where
he challenges you to a real
water fight.
4
The power fall – Here you
can find out how power is
generated, and compete with
friends and family to see who
can produce the most current.
5
Vassheim – water is a crucial
resource. Pump up water and
see how much water we use
compared with people who
live in developing countries.
Photo: Guro Lien
Driving directions
Parking available next to Arbuvollen Fjellbutikk.
TREASURE HUNT
• Find all the environmental codes hidden along the trail
and enter your name in a special draw for exciting prizes.
• Pick up an answer coupon from the store.
The power fall
Illustration: Eytor Interaktiv Media as
The trail is located by the E-134 at Haukelifjell.
From the east, it is 21.9 km after the centre of Edland.
From the west, it is 10.7 km after Haukeliseter Turisthytte
(Tourist Cottage).
Vassheim
Water Tales is a collaborative venture between Vinje municipality,
Telemark County Council, Statkraft and VisitHaukeli.
You are responsible for your own safety during
the walk. Treat the countryside and grazing
animals with respect. Take only photos, leave
only footprints. Please take your rubbish home
with you. Enjoy the trip!
At www.walktelemark.com you will find an overview
of hikingtrails and accomodation for hikers.
www.vandretelemark.no
Published by VTNU AS and Vinje municipality
with support from Telemark County Council
www.visithaukeli.no
www.hardangervidda.com
Photo: Guro Lien