About

The cycling route Sommarlandet is an easy to moderate cycling tour that takes you through the heart of Bø in Telemark, offering a unique combination of lush nature, rich Telemark culture, and exciting family attractions. The route provides many opportunities for different experiences, especially if you take your time.

Route Description: From Fruit Valley to Sommarland

The cycle route is signposted and can easily be started from several accommodations along the way. First Camp Norsjø and Norsjø Hotell are excellent starting points for families.

The Fruit Valley: A Scenic Highlight

From Norsjø, you cycle directly into a fantastic fruit landscape in the famous Fruit Valley (Fruktbygda). Thousands of fruit trees ensure an annual production of over 3,000 tonnes of apples and 1,000 tonnes of plums, cherries, and sweet cherries.

  • Spring: Experience the lush landscape with blossoming fruit trees.
  • Autumn: See the abundant fruit trees ready for harvest.

History and Culture in Bø

From the idyllic fruit landscape, you cycle right past Evju Bygdetu (Village Farm). Here you can stop to experience the old buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, where every house has its own story.

Back in Bø centre, you can visit Bø Museum. This museum is dedicated to folk music and Telemark culture, and you will often hear the sound of the Harding fiddle both indoors and outdoors.

Bø Sommarland: The Grand Finale

As a fantastic conclusion to the bike tour, you'll find Bø Sommarland – Europe’s most exciting water attraction for daredevils aged 0 to 100. The park is beautifully situated in a forest area outside Bø centre.

Surface and Practical Information

  • Surface: The route is primarily asphalt, with some gravel sections.
  • Bicycle Type: The tour can easily be cycled with both a mountain bike and a road bike.

Services in Bø
Bø offers a good selection of shops and services. If you need to fix your bike, there are as many as three sports shops available to help with repairs.

Accommodation along the Route

There are many accommodation options along the route, including: