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SØNDRE BREKKE ESTATE The manor house at Søndre Brekke is truly magnificent. The building has been restored to…
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Brekke Museum
SkienSØNDRE BREKKE ESTATE The manor house at Søndre Brekke is truly magnificent. The building has been restored to…
9 reviews
Come and visit Henrik Ibsen's childhood home at Venstøp, and learn about the early life of the boy who grew up…
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Henrik Ibsen Museum
SkienCome and visit Henrik Ibsen's childhood home at Venstøp, and learn about the early life of the boy who grew up…
1 reviews
The collection of Lundetangen Brewery is unique with old labels, bottles and various things which shows the…
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Lundetangen Brewery collection, SKIEN
SkienThe collection of Lundetangen Brewery is unique with old labels, bottles and various things which shows the…
3 reviews
The Olav church ruin (Skeidi church) are the ruins of a stone church built before 1150 in Bamble. The church…
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The Olav-church ruin
BambleThe Olav church ruin (Skeidi church) are the ruins of a stone church built before 1150 in Bamble. The church…
3 reviews
Borgestad Church was consecrated of 24 May 1907, and was a gift from Prime minister Gunnar Knutsen and his…
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Borgestad Church
SkienBorgestad Church was consecrated of 24 May 1907, and was a gift from Prime minister Gunnar Knutsen and his…
33 reviews
Here, at the world's most fun factory, kids can jump, play, climb, make noise, let off steam and enjoy…
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The Adventure factory
SkienHere, at the world's most fun factory, kids can jump, play, climb, make noise, let off steam and enjoy…
2 reviews
Gallery Osebro is a private gallery in Porsgrunn. They change exhibitions once a month. Separate- and…
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Osebro Gallery, PORSGRUNN
PorsgrunnGallery Osebro is a private gallery in Porsgrunn. They change exhibitions once a month. Separate- and…
Here are abstract and semi-figurative modern art signed the artist Vibeke Lillefjære from Skien. Here you can…
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Atelier Eureka, SKIEN
SkienHere are abstract and semi-figurative modern art signed the artist Vibeke Lillefjære from Skien. Here you can…
The lock has a lift height of 5 meters and is located on Smieøya in Skien. The building started in 1854 and…
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Skien lock
SkienThe lock has a lift height of 5 meters and is located on Smieøya in Skien. The building started in 1854 and…
In Badeland water park in Skien fritidspark it's fun in the water for all the family, open 363 days a year!…
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Badeland water park - Skien fritidspark
SkienIn Badeland water park in Skien fritidspark it's fun in the water for all the family, open 363 days a year!…
The Tulip Park The fine park surrounding the manor house is inspired by the English landscaping style. Since…
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Brekkeparken - SKIEN
SkienThe Tulip Park The fine park surrounding the manor house is inspired by the English landscaping style. Since…
Learn the fascinating history of PP, through the interactive exhibition that also includes about 1.000…
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Porcelain Museum
PorsgrunnLearn the fascinating history of PP, through the interactive exhibition that also includes about 1.000…
DuVerden Maritime Museum + Science Centre is a vibrant venue with activities for young and old. The centre has…
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DuVerden Maritime Museum + Science Centre
PorsgrunnDuVerden Maritime Museum + Science Centre is a vibrant venue with activities for young and old. The centre has…
Remains of Norway’s oldest known church dated to AD 1010 have been found at Hakastein, together with the…
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Hakastein cultural monuments site, Skien
SkienRemains of Norway’s oldest known church dated to AD 1010 have been found at Hakastein, together with the…
Mikaelshulen, or " St. Michaels Church in the Rock ", is a cave on the east side of Norsjø, some 30 m above…
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Michael`s cave
SkienMikaelshulen, or " St. Michaels Church in the Rock ", is a cave on the east side of Norsjø, some 30 m above…
Information about Skien, Grenland ( Area of Skien, Porsgrunn, Siljan and Bamble) The office is open Monday -…
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Skien Touristinformation
SkienInformation about Skien, Grenland ( Area of Skien, Porsgrunn, Siljan and Bamble) The office is open Monday -…
Summer trails in Skien fritidspark (Leisurepark) Skien leisure park has many trails in the woods surrounding…
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Walking trails at Skien Fritidspark
SkienSummer trails in Skien fritidspark (Leisurepark) Skien leisure park has many trails in the woods surrounding…
Skienshallen appears today as a brand new sports hall. There is a new sports floor, a new sound and light…
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Skienshallen
SkienSkienshallen appears today as a brand new sports hall. There is a new sports floor, a new sound and light…
The lift is 300 meters. Open in the evening and in the weekends. In addition, there is a small slope for…
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The ski hill
SkienThe lift is 300 meters. Open in the evening and in the weekends. In addition, there is a small slope for…
Here the kids can enjoy the animals in Foldvik Family Park. Dive and splash in the pools in Skien fritidspark.…
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In the area Borgeåsen in Skien you will find very nice and historical walking trails. Here is a large network…
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Borgeåsen - SKIEN
SkienIn the area Borgeåsen in Skien you will find very nice and historical walking trails. Here is a large network…
Skien church was completed in 1894 after the great town fire. It's build in Gothic Revival style and the…
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Skien Church
SkienSkien church was completed in 1894 after the great town fire. It's build in Gothic Revival style and the…
Here you will fint the remnants of the Germans' impressive Second World War fortifications. Bunkers, walkways…
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Trolldalen
BambleHere you will fint the remnants of the Germans' impressive Second World War fortifications. Bunkers, walkways…
The constant challenge, the social nature of the game, the good physical and mental conditioning, and the fact…
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Discgolf, Frisbeegolf, Skien fritidspark
SkienThe constant challenge, the social nature of the game, the good physical and mental conditioning, and the fact…
Børsesjø is located at the northern end of Gjerpensdalen, and is a protected nature reserve. Over 210…
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Børsesjø Natur Reserve, SKIEN
SkienBørsesjø is located at the northern end of Gjerpensdalen, and is a protected nature reserve. Over 210…
With its ruined church, Kapitelberget on Bratsberg is the foremost reminder of the powerful Dags family in…
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Kapitelberget, SKIEN
SkienWith its ruined church, Kapitelberget on Bratsberg is the foremost reminder of the powerful Dags family in…
The excellent culture house Ælvespeilet in Porsgrunn was officially opened on 24th August 2013 The culture…
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Kulturhuset Ælvespeilet
PorsgrunnThe excellent culture house Ælvespeilet in Porsgrunn was officially opened on 24th August 2013 The culture…
Skien municipality has worked with property owners to breathe new life into some of hte town's old courtyards,…
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Mosaic - hidden pearls
SkienSkien municipality has worked with property owners to breathe new life into some of hte town's old courtyards,…
Where to stay in Grenland
332 reviews
Clarion Collection Hotel Bryggeparken is a high quality business hotel with all modern facilities - a perfect…
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Clarion Collection Hotel Bryggeparken
SkienClarion Collection Hotel Bryggeparken is a high quality business hotel with all modern facilities - a perfect…
461 reviews
All the 161 pleasant rooms in the hotel have a shower. TV, telephone and minibar. Special family and handicap…
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Quality Hotel Skjærgården
BambleAll the 161 pleasant rooms in the hotel have a shower. TV, telephone and minibar. Special family and handicap…
182 reviews
The hotel is in walking distance from the Telemark Canal, Telemark Museum, Henrik Ibsen's Museum, Brekkeparken…
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Thon Hotel Høyers
SkienThe hotel is in walking distance from the Telemark Canal, Telemark Museum, Henrik Ibsen's Museum, Brekkeparken…
2 reviews
Nice campingplace situated at Kjønnøya in Bamble. Two cabins. Facilities include showers, toilets, two washing…
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Kjønnøya Camping
BambleNice campingplace situated at Kjønnøya in Bamble. Two cabins. Facilities include showers, toilets, two washing…
2 reviews
The motel is located at the old E-18 three minutes from Stathelle, near Brevik Bridge. Nearest railway…
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Lasses Motell
BambleThe motel is located at the old E-18 three minutes from Stathelle, near Brevik Bridge. Nearest railway…
74 reviews
Throughout the years, Hotel Vic has undergone several renovations and is known as a hotel with good traditions…
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Hotell Vic
PorsgrunnThroughout the years, Hotel Vic has undergone several renovations and is known as a hotel with good traditions…
11 reviews
Olavsberget Camping is located in scenic surroundings on Nystrand, 6 km. from the centre of Porsgrunn. This is…
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Olavsberget Camping og badeplass, PORSGRUNN
PorsgrunnOlavsberget Camping is located in scenic surroundings on Nystrand, 6 km. from the centre of Porsgrunn. This is…
33 reviews
Hotel Dag Bondeheim is situated in the centre of Skien. They have 40 rooms. The mMajority with bath and…
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Hotell Dag Bondeheim AS
SkienHotel Dag Bondeheim is situated in the centre of Skien. They have 40 rooms. The mMajority with bath and…
Three seats specially designed today with power outlets, but there are room for 100 campers on regular parking…
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RV Parking in Skien
SkienThree seats specially designed today with power outlets, but there are room for 100 campers on regular parking…
Havparadiset in Hafsund - Vertshuset at Kjønnøya is situated in fantastic location seaside at Kjønnøya in…
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Havparadiset in Hafsund - Vertshuset at Kjønnøya
BambleHavparadiset in Hafsund - Vertshuset at Kjønnøya is situated in fantastic location seaside at Kjønnøya in…
Stay in the old castle holiday home at Løveid We have 3 family rooms for up to 5 people in each room. Price…
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Accommodation at Løveid Guesthouse
SkienStay in the old castle holiday home at Løveid We have 3 family rooms for up to 5 people in each room. Price…
Appartement for rent, Borgestad in Skien. Livingroom 24 sqm with two sleepingscouches, coffeetable,…
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Apartment for rent, Borgestad
SkienAppartement for rent, Borgestad in Skien. Livingroom 24 sqm with two sleepingscouches, coffeetable,…
Gåsodden Camping is situaded in beautiful surroundings by the lake Norsjø in skien. Two cabins for 4 persons…
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Gåsodden Camping
SkienGåsodden Camping is situaded in beautiful surroundings by the lake Norsjø in skien. Two cabins for 4 persons…
Hotel Dag Bondeheim is situated in the centre of Skien. They have 40 rooms. The majority with bath and…
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Hostel Dag Bondeheim
SkienHotel Dag Bondeheim is situated in the centre of Skien. They have 40 rooms. The majority with bath and…
We are pleased to present one of the best preserved beach hotels in eastern and southern Norway,located in…
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Langesund Bad
BambleWe are pleased to present one of the best preserved beach hotels in eastern and southern Norway,located in…
Rognstranda is idyllic located in the municipality of Bamble, by the the Rognsfjord. GPS koordinatene : 59° 0'…
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Rognstranda Camping
BambleRognstranda is idyllic located in the municipality of Bamble, by the the Rognsfjord. GPS koordinatene : 59° 0'…
RV parking in Skien fritidspark (Leisure park) has 4 full year seats and 10 sesonal places. (Season April 1 -…
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RV parking in Skien fritidspark
SkienRV parking in Skien fritidspark (Leisure park) has 4 full year seats and 10 sesonal places. (Season April 1 -…
Water and electricity on the piers. In the period 01 June - 31 August, the residence time is limited to three…
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Dampskipsbrygga Guest harbor, Langesund
BambleWater and electricity on the piers. In the period 01 June - 31 August, the residence time is limited to three…
For all who may dwell in a fantastic area of activity we can offer different types of rooms. We have 65 rooms…
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Hotel fritidsparken
SkienFor all who may dwell in a fantastic area of activity we can offer different types of rooms. We have 65 rooms…
Guest Harbour at Langøya in Langesund. Prices 2016: Free daytime. Takst from kl. 20:00. Up to 30 feet kr. 250…
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Langøya gjestehavn, Langesund
BambleGuest Harbour at Langøya in Langesund. Prices 2016: Free daytime. Takst from kl. 20:00. Up to 30 feet kr. 250…
Harbor at Stathelle in beautiful surroundings located in the " old" part of Stathelle. Electrisity and water…
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Stathelle Guest harbor
BambleHarbor at Stathelle in beautiful surroundings located in the " old" part of Stathelle. Electrisity and water…
Valle marina has 300 guest seats. Price from NOK 190,- an up depening of boat size. Electricity included.…
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Valle Guest harbor, Bamble
BambleValle marina has 300 guest seats. Price from NOK 190,- an up depening of boat size. Electricity included.…
The summer town Brevik is famous for its Bacalao Festival and as Norway´s "icecream capital". Each year, on a…
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Langøytangen is a great starting point for nice walks on Long Island's trails, the old tennis court, soccer…
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BambleLangøytangen is a great starting point for nice walks on Long Island's trails, the old tennis court, soccer…
Hjellebrygga guest harbor, SKIEN
Skien15 berths. Free harbour charge. Shower/WC, oilet emptying, drinking water.
35 berths. NOK 40 per night in harbour charge up to 48 hours incl. electricity. Download GoMarina for Iphone…
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Langbryggene guestharbor, Skien
Skien35 berths. NOK 40 per night in harbour charge up to 48 hours incl. electricity. Download GoMarina for Iphone…
7 places. No fee. Mooring: fixed pier. Free harbor. Service facilities with showers and toilets are open from…
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Løveid Lock guest harbor, Skotfoss
Skien7 places. No fee. Mooring: fixed pier. Free harbor. Service facilities with showers and toilets are open from…
Gamlestua; The old house from 1750 has three bedrooms, kitchen and living room, like in the 50-century.…
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Auen Urtegård, Accomodaton
SiljanGamlestua; The old house from 1750 has three bedrooms, kitchen and living room, like in the 50-century.…
Food and drink
14 reviews
Cosy cafe and coffee shop on Herkules center. Lots of delicious cakes, sandwiches and salads. Openinghours Mon…
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Klosterstua Kafe
SkienCosy cafe and coffee shop on Herkules center. Lots of delicious cakes, sandwiches and salads. Openinghours Mon…
44 reviews
Papas Restaurant is located in the square in Langesund. Here you can choose from Italian pizza, pasta, snacks…
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Papas Restaurant - Langesund
BamblePapas Restaurant is located in the square in Langesund. Here you can choose from Italian pizza, pasta, snacks…
16 reviews
The restaurant has a total of 100 seats. Companies in order. Nice place to arrange courses and conferences.…
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Wrightegaarden Restaurant - LANGESUND
BambleThe restaurant has a total of 100 seats. Companies in order. Nice place to arrange courses and conferences.…
13 reviews
We higly recommend the hotel`s restaurant and lobbybar. We take pride in offering top quality menue at…
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Brasseriet Madame Blom
SkienWe higly recommend the hotel`s restaurant and lobbybar. We take pride in offering top quality menue at…
7 reviews
Here we offer tasty hot dishes, dinner and baguetts. Along with the coffe we recommend a fresh baked cake or…
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SkienHere we offer tasty hot dishes, dinner and baguetts. Along with the coffe we recommend a fresh baked cake or…
8 reviews
Henry & Company is located at the corner of Skien's Cultural Center, Ibsen House. Fresh ingredients of high…
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SkienHenry & Company is located at the corner of Skien's Cultural Center, Ibsen House. Fresh ingredients of high…
15 reviews
The restaurant serves Chinese, Malaysian and Norwegian food. All rights reserved. Separate function room for…
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China Twang Restaurant - SKIEN
SkienThe restaurant serves Chinese, Malaysian and Norwegian food. All rights reserved. Separate function room for…
A dream place along the canal for the whole family . Baked delicious pastries in a stone oven , open cafe…
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Løveid Guesthouse
SkienA dream place along the canal for the whole family . Baked delicious pastries in a stone oven , open cafe…
New Agra serves delicious Indian takeaway straight from the oven! Do your evening complete with selecting a…
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Restaurant New Agra
SkienNew Agra serves delicious Indian takeaway straight from the oven! Do your evening complete with selecting a…
Brekkeparken cafe is located on the brink of Brekkeparken with a great view of Skien. A lovely place to take a…
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Brekkeparken Kafe - SKIEN
SkienBrekkeparken cafe is located on the brink of Brekkeparken with a great view of Skien. A lovely place to take a…
The 260 year old house has been transformed into a beautiful restaurant both indoors and outdoors. With…
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Becks Brasserie & Bar Osebro, Porsgrunn
PorsgrunnThe 260 year old house has been transformed into a beautiful restaurant both indoors and outdoors. With…
The menu consists of the best raw materials from water and land , prepared by our excellent cuisine . With us…
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Blaa Mat & Bar
PorsgrunnThe menu consists of the best raw materials from water and land , prepared by our excellent cuisine . With us…
Bergbys Familierestaurant - a local Fastfood expert. Bergby's hamburgers is made by 100 % fresh beef at our…
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Bergby`s Family Restaurant - Porsgrunn
PorsgrunnBergbys Familierestaurant - a local Fastfood expert. Bergby's hamburgers is made by 100 % fresh beef at our…
Cozy restaurant in the rustic surroundings close to the wharf in Langesund. Open only in summer.
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Barracuda Restaurant - LANGESUND
BambleCozy restaurant in the rustic surroundings close to the wharf in Langesund. Open only in summer.
The restaurant has a wide selection of sushi and Asian cuisine, including Thai food. The restaurant is open…
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Asahi restaurant & Sushi bar
SkienThe restaurant has a wide selection of sushi and Asian cuisine, including Thai food. The restaurant is open…
Bakeriverkstedet are working day and night to provide guests with the best & fresh pastries every day. The…
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Bakeriverkstedet, Brotorvet
BambleBakeriverkstedet are working day and night to provide guests with the best & fresh pastries every day. The…
Becks offers international cuisine with samples from many countries. Strong, gentle, exciting, tasteful -…
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Becks Brasserie & Bar, Skien
SkienBecks offers international cuisine with samples from many countries. Strong, gentle, exciting, tasteful -…
Big Horn Steak House restaurant in Skien is located in new and bright premises in Skien city center, 100…
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Big Horn Steak House
SkienBig Horn Steak House restaurant in Skien is located in new and bright premises in Skien city center, 100…
Jacob & Gabriel Restaurant opened the doors for the first time on 1th of October 2010. Lars Ludvig & Thor Ingo…
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Jacob & Gabriel Restaurant - SKIEN
SkienJacob & Gabriel Restaurant opened the doors for the first time on 1th of October 2010. Lars Ludvig & Thor Ingo…
Jimmys Restaurant/Bar - PORSGRUNN
PorsgrunnRestaurant / bar located in Porsgrunn. Many small meals. Has outdoor seating.
Spanish restaurant in Nedre Hjellegt. 14 in Skien. Good selection of tapas, fish and meat dishes. Open…
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La Bodega - SKIEN
SkienSpanish restaurant in Nedre Hjellegt. 14 in Skien. Good selection of tapas, fish and meat dishes. Open…
Lundetangen Pub AS
SkienLundetangen pub in Skien hosts many concerts each year. Free concerts every Saturday.
Mamis are a family run cafe in the heart of Skien. The recipe is delicious home-cooked food, friendly staff…
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National cycle routes
Are you an experienced cyclist, determined to see Norway with its many fjords and mountains from the seat of your bicycle? In that case, the national cycle routes may be just the thing for you.
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Top 25 off-beat places in Norway
Norway’s most widely travelled journalist and discerning adventurer, Jens A. Riisnæs, has put together a list of his 25 favourite places in Norway.
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By train
There are regular departures with NSB (the Norwegian State Railways) from Oslo to Porsgrunn and Skien, with good connections to the Sørlandsbanen and Bergensbanen regional railways.
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By road
From Oslo you can take buses to Skien and Porsgrunn, with onward connections to the coastal towns.
The E18, the main road of Eastern and Southern Norway, passes through Grenland.
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By plane
Torp Sandefjord Airport is the nearest airport, located about 1 hour drive from Skien. The airport has an extensive network of routes covering other parts of Norway and much of Europe.
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The canalboats M/S Victoria and M/S Henrik Ibsen sails daily trips on the Telemark Canal from the middle of…
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SkienThe canalboats M/S Victoria and M/S Henrik Ibsen sails daily trips on the Telemark Canal from the middle of…
The canalboats M/S Victoria and M/S Henrik Ibsen sails daily trips on the Telemark Canal from the middle of…
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Boat trips with Victoria & Henrik Ibsen
SkienThe canalboats M/S Victoria and M/S Henrik Ibsen sails daily trips on the Telemark Canal from the middle of…
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Eastern Norway
Ambitious architects and young chefs are taking Oslo to new heights. If that doesn’t make you dizzy enough, try hiking to Galdhøpiggen, Norway’s highest peak at 2469 metres above sea level.
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