Telemark Travel Guide

Norway

A wooden church with multiple spires and crosses, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
A rustic wooden cabin with a steeply pitched roof, a small balcony, and a stone foundation.
A traditional wooden structure with a steeply pitched roof and multiple gables, surrounded by a stone wall and set against a mountainous backdrop.
A snow-covered mountain range with a clear blue sky and a small lake at the base.
A wooden cabin with a green roof by a calm lake, surrounded by snow-covered hills.

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A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a lake, and distant hills under a partly cloudy sky.
Skien
Known for Cross-country skiing, Ice Hockey and Horse riding
Trip time! Discover the cross-country skiing, hockey and golf in Skien.

Reasons to visit

  • Telemark Museum
  • Brekkeparken
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A wooden church with multiple spires and crosses, surrounded by gravestones.
Notodden
Known for Countryside, UNESCO site and Libraries
Escape to quaint Notodden! Enjoy its countryside, UNESCO site and lake views.

Reasons to visit

  • Heddal Stave Church
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A harbor with colorful houses and boats.
Kragero
Known for Art and Museums
Escape to Kragero! Enjoy its art and museums.
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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and dense forests.
Tinn
Known for Ferries and boats, Countryside and Mountains
Come to Tinn and enjoy its countryside, skiing and festivals.
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A winding road through a lush green valley with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Vinje
Known for Small town, Mountains and Skiing
Experience quaint Vinje: its mountain views, skiing, museums and more!
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A nighttime river bridge with illuminated lights reflecting on the water.
Porsgrunn
Known for Festivals, Cafes and Ports
Escape to Porsgrunn! Enjoy its festivals, cafes and entertainment.
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Stay near popular Telemark attractions

Heddal Stave Church

After visiting Heddal Stave Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Notodden. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.
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