A fairytale of opportunities...
With its calm and temperate climate, its varying and magnificent scenery,
its rich cultural heritage and multitude of exciting activities,
Telemark has been a real summer fairytale for large
and small, for more than a hundred years.
Attractions
If you are interested in culture, Telemark is a veritable treasure trove, where you can feast your eyes on contemporary art as well as the masterpieces of yesteryear.What’s on?
Telemark hosts a wide range of exciting activities, concerts and events throughout the year. Please refer to our What’s On guide for the regularly updated list of local events.
Morgedal – the Cradle of Modern Skiing
Modern skiing as we know it originated in Morgedal, in the heart of Telemark, largely thanks to the legendary skier Sondre Norheim.
Activities
In Telemark, you’ll find excitement and fun whatever your age. What about the tranquility of beaver safari at dusk or the adrenaline rush of bungee jumping 84 m above Vemorkjuvet? Or experience the thrills of Bø Sommarland Amusement Park or the thundering waters of the 100-year-old locks on the Telemark Canal.