Experience Notodden

Notodden has a lot to offer, both summer and winter. Here is an overview of things to do and experience in Notodden.

We can offer a highlight as Norway's largest stave church, Heddal Stave Church. Our industrial heritage, which is on UNESCO's prestigious world heritage list together with Rjukan. And if you add your visit to the first weekend in August, you can join the Notodden Blues Festival, one of Europe's largest blues festivals.

In summer, Notodden is usually sunny and warm. It provides opportunities for sunbathing and swimming at many of our bathing sites. Heddalsvannet offers great conditions for water sports such as paddleboarding, windsurfing and kayaking. The city is close to both the water and the mountains, and can offer you hiking trails in and outside the city on foot and by bike.

Notodden Turlag has arranged a number of hiking trails in Notodden. Check out our top 5 hikes, here both families and exercise enthusiasts will find suitable challenges. Notodden has landed the first Rainbow Trail. Read more at notodden.dnt.no.

The winter in Notodden tends to be cold, snowy and beautiful. Grønkjær Ski Center offers trails for everyone, whether you are a "racer" or an exerciser. Parts of the competition trails are illuminated and provide the opportunity for an evening ride.

Every season has its charm, and Notodden has a lot to offer throughout the year!