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Telemark
Tinn

Krossobanen Rjukan – Krossobanen Cable Car loop from Krosso

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Norway
Telemark
Tinn

Krossobanen Rjukan – Krossobanen Cable Car loop from Krosso

Moderate

3.7

(3)

28

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Krossobanen Rjukan – Krossobanen Cable Car loop from Krosso

03:00

8.57km

520m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Start point

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451 m

Krossobanen Rjukan

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The Krossobahn was the first cable car in Northern Europe. It was built in 1928 and was a gift from Norsk Hydro to the residents of Rjukan. All residents should …

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457 m

Knut Magne Haugland Memorial

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At the entrance to the Krossobanen is a memorial in honor of Knut M. Haugland. Knut was a boy from Rjukan who became a war hero as a radio operator …

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660 m

Krossobanen Lower Station

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The Krossobanen is currently out of service until 2028.

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4.26 km

View of Rjukan

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4.33 km

Krossobanen Cable Car

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The cable car is currently not in operation. It is currently scheduled to reopen in 2028.

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8.57 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.32 km

895 m

275 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.97 km

555 m

525 m

395 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (870 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

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Thursday 21 May

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