Telemark - a travel destination with something for everyone! Spend your summer holiday on a boat cruise through beautiful nature on the Telemark Canal, get the story about Henrik Ibsen´s childhood home, the history of skiing or Europe´s largest stave church, and check out UNESCOs World Heritage in Rjukan-Notodden. The perfect destination for active tourists or family holidays and those who really want to see what Norway has to offer.
What kind of a summer holiday are you interested in?
Spent your summer holiday in Telemark. Here you will find a wonderful archipelago and white southern villages such as Kragerø, Langesund and Brevik. From here it is only a short trip to the mountains and popular hiking opportunities such as “Lårdalsstigen” and “Gaustatoppen” at 1,883 meters above sea level. In between coast and mountains, you will find Scandinavia's largest bathing park, Bø Sommarland as well as the Telemark Canal.
For those who are interested in history, do not forget to check out Henrik Ibsen Museum in Skien or Rjukan - Notodden Industrial Heritage.
Top things to see in Telemark
Are you dreaming about experiencing more of Norway and Telemark then we have gathered a list of activities and attractions you should not miss when you come to Telemark. Here you'll also find family and leisure parks, attractions that stretch from the mountain peaks to the coast and great activities such as hiking, cycling, paddling, fishing and climbing!
Advantage of going on holiday in Telemark is that you get everything from beach to high mountains, culture, history, and activity parks in one region. And not to forget cultural experiences such as Notodden Blues Festival, Dyrsku´n and several concerts. Telemark has everything Norway has to offer in one adventure package.