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Enjoy hiking in the Mountains of Telemark
Family friendly hikes
Hiking with a spectacular view
astonishing - safe - accessible

Gaustatoppen from Stavsro

Gaustatoppen – Norway’s most beautiful mountain. From Stavsro, follow the wide, well-marked red trail to the summit with views of Telemark, Buskerud, and Hardangervidda.
Lårdalstigen

Hike the spectacular Lårdalstigen trail! Experience 14 km of rugged ridges, 800m drops, and a historic canal boat return. Plan your adventure in Dalen here.
Summit trip Mount Venelifjell

This is a great, family-friendly summit trip! Mount Venelifjellet – literally “the beautiful mountain” – is a popular hiking destination.
Falkeriset, Rauland - Hardangervidda

Get a panoramic view of Hardangervidda! Sherpas from Nepal have built a beautiful stone step up to the viewpoint. Suitable for everyone.
In the footsteps of the girls from Rui

Follow the "Rui Girls" trail in Dalen! Climb the 810 Sherpa steps to the historic Rui farm for stunning views. A unique cultural hike in Telemark, Norway.
The Saboteur's trail

Hike the Saboteur's Trail from Rjukan Fjellstue to Vemork and experience WWII history, following in the footsteps of Norway's brave resistance fighters.

Telemark's best hiking experiences

We present to you both short and easy walks and strenuous daytrips, from lowlands to highlands - from a local town centre to the largest mountain plateau in Northern Europe - in one short trip. By travelling through the valleys, on the lakes and in the mountains you get to experience the unique and varied nature and culture of Telemark.

What kind of hike would you like to experience?

Children

Hiking is fun for young and old! The smallest of family members like to go on a walking trip themselves. We have many recommendations for great hiking experiences for the whole family here at HikingTelemark.
Mountain Hiking

The norwegian nature with its majestic mountain ranges had made the tradition of hiking a natural one. Do you dream of putting on your hiking shoes and explore the mountain ranges with an abundance of spectacular viewpoints? In HikingTelemark we can help you on your way!
Cultural Hiking

You can experience the best of nature and culture while hiking in Telemark! Hiking is so much more than just taking a hike; with the addition of narrative, design and local delicacies you can be sure that your hiking experience will reach new levels.
View point / Summit trip

HikingTelemark has gathered some of the best hikes with the best views! Gaustatoppen offers Southern Norway's widest view where you can actually see 1/6th of all of Norway! Lårdalstigen will take you 800 meters above the Telemark Canal with a hike that goes along the mountain peaks on the western side of the Telemark Canal.
Historical Trails

Hike through beautiful nature and learn more about the culture and history of Telemakr at the same time. Telemark has a strong cultural identity that's flourishing with history. It is no wonder they call Telemark for the cradle of norwegian culture! In HikingTelemark you can find many hiking trails that will take you back in time.
Urban hiking

Explore some of Norway's most beautiful villages by foot! Surround yourself with cosy houses from yore and see why we Norwegians love hiking in the nearby area!