E.K.T. Langedrag Nature Park

Situated a 30-minute drive from Rødberg, you will find E.K.T. Langedra Nature Park. It is a family-run attraction where people can experience native Norwegian animals up close. Here you can see elks, reindeer, lynx and wolves up close, as well as goats, cows, horses and other farm animals. Open all year around, accommodation available at weekends and in school holidays.

Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau

Hardangervidda is one of Europe's largest mountain plateaus, and one of Norway's best known national parks. It is very popular for outdoor activities, and from Uvdal it is within easy reach from Imingfjell, Dagalifjell or Jønndalen. From any of these areas there are hiking trails. One of the best known is Nordmannsslepa, the old trading route between west and east. Statsallmenningen (government-owned common grounds) is great for fishing, and there are several mountain lodges on or near Hardangervidda.

Nore og Uvdal Bygdetun (open air museum)

Nore og Uvdal Bygdetun is situated in the centre of Uvdal. Uvdal Stave Church is located on the premises, and the area used to be the rectory. Today it is home to a collection of traditional buildings, all open to the public between June and August. Take the opportunity to have a guided tour of the museum, or enjoy the views from the grounds with a snack from the café.

Stave churches

One of Norway's most famous attractions is the stave churches from the Middle Ages. In Nore og Uvdal you will find two of these stave churches, one in Uvdal and one at Nore. Dating back to 1167 and 1168, these two churches are famous for their interior decorations. Church services are still held in the churches in summer, and they are also used as concert venues.