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Gaustatoppen seen from Miland, Norway Photo: Ove Bergersen

Rjukan

Rjukan is located by the Hardangervidda National Park and is known for Gaustatoppen Mountain and the heavy water sabotages by the heroes of Telemark.
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Gaustatoppen seen from Miland, Norway - Photo: Ove Bergersen

Rjukan

Rjukan is located by the Hardangervidda National Park and is known for Gaustatoppen Mountain and the heavy water sabotages by the heroes of Telemark.

Rjukan

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Explore Rjukan

Where to stay in Rjukan

Stay in Rjukan itself or choose one of the surrounding areas of Gausta, Skinnarbu, Tinnbygdene or Hardangervidda.
Topic: Camping, Cottages & Holiday houses, Hotels

Attractions in Rjukan

The Gaustatoppen Mountain and the Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum are among the main attractions in Rjukan.
Topic: Museums & Galleries, Nature attractions, Arts & Crafts

Getting to Rjukan

Rjukan is located between Oslo in the east and the famous Norwegian fjords in the west.
Topic: Getting here and around

What to do in Rjukan

Rent a canoe or join a boat trip on Lake Møsvatn, or choose hiking, biking or fishing on the mountain plateau of Hardangervidda.
Topic: Action & Adventure, Family & Fun, Canoeing & Kayaking, Hiking, Biking

Tour suggestions in Rjukan

Hike the Gaustatoppen Mountain or the Saboteur Trail from World War II, or go cycling on the mountain plateau of Hardangervidda.
Topic: Tour suggestions

Winter in Rjukan

The mountains around Rjukan are perfect for family skiing holidays.
Topic: Skiing, Riding & Sledging, Climbing, Bathing
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About Rjukan

Tourist information in Rjukan

The tourist information office is centrally located in the town centre.
Topic: Tourist information

Key facts about Rjukan

Rjukan is an old centre for industry and has approximately 3,000 inhabitants.

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