The Top 20 Attractions around Skien
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Skien. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Skien is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Vrangfoss Lock
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Vrangfoss Lock is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vrangfoss is the largest lock complex in the Telemark Canal. There are a total of 5 lock chambers with a total height …
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Ulefoss Manor
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Ulefoss Hovedgård is a magnificent manor house widely considered the most important architectural work from the Empire era in the country. Built between 1802 and 1807 as a summer residence …
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Vrangfoss Locks
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The Vrangfoss five-way lock is a highlight of any trip. Passenger ships pass through it twice a day. There's a café.
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Ulefoss Locks
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The third lock from Skien. The ships are transported 11 m upwards in three chambers.
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Eidsfoss Lock (Telemark Canal)
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A visit to Eidsfoss Lock is worthwhile if you want to bridge the time between the lock operations of both ships on the Telemark Canal in Vrangfoss Lock.
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