Rjukanfossen – Norsk Hydro First Power Plant loop from Rjukanfossen

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Rjukanfossen – Norsk Hydro First Power Plant loop from Rjukanfossen

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Rjukanfossen – Norsk Hydro First Power Plant loop from Rjukanfossen

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1.87km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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329 m

Rjukanfossen

Highlight • Waterfall

Amazing in summer + winter. There is a huge waterfall and in winter perfect conditions for ice climbing.

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615 m

Tennis Court at Rjukan Hotel

Highlight • Rest Area

There used to be a (proper) tennis court belonging to the Rjukan Hotell. After all, the lords and ladies had to be entertained. Today there is a somewhat more modern network in the green.

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739 m

Marispelet Open-Air Theatre

Highlight • Structure

Here u. a. the Marispelet listed. Norwegian Romeo and Juliet :)
marispelet.com

Right in front of the impressive valley of the Rjukanfossen.

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1.06 km

Rjukan Hotel's Power Station Ruins

Highlight • Monument

A small power plant was built here in 1897 that supplied the Rjukan Hotell with electricity. Today you can still see ruins.

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1.18 km

View of Rjukanfossen

Highlight • Viewpoint

Unfortunately, you can no longer see as much of the Rjukanfossen as you could see until 1911. It was one of the first real natural attractions back then! Then the …

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1.26 km