Hamar was a centre of power as far back as the Viking Age, and the city’s museum is just as impressive as the region’s rich history. Travel + Leisure named Domkirkeodden one of the world’s most beautiful museums in its awards.
Enjoy the acoustics when the museum’s singing guides chime in with Gregorian chants.
Hamar Cathedral at night, Hamar
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Hamar Cathedral at night, Hamar
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Get nostalgic at The Norwegian Railway Museum with the scent of steam from historic vintage trains. Hop aboard the Tertittoget train at Smålå station for a ride through the railway park.
Choo choo!
The Norwegian Railway Museum, Hamar
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The Norwegian Railway Museum
The Norwegian Railway Museum, Hamar
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The Norwegian Railway Museum
Ilsengstiene has even been awarded the title of Norway’s most beautiful trail!
During winter, there almost as many kilometres of skiing trails.
Hiking at Budor in Løten
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Hiking at Budor in Løten
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Far out on the white gold on the majestic Hedmarksvidda mountain plateau – enjoy an orange from your pack or a waffle at a staffed cabin.
Cross-country skiing at Hedmarksvidda
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Cross-country skiing at Hedmarksvidda
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Photo:
Frederik Garshol
Or maybe you would rather get behind the wheel at Norway’s biggest sledge riding centre at Budor? Take the sledge lift up again for another ride.