Location: Roros
Top Things to do in Roros
The 10 Best Things to Do in Roros, Norway
Røros (help·info) (Southern Sami: Plassje) is a municipality in Trøndelag county, Norway. It is part of the Gauldalen region. The administrative centre of the municipality is the town of Røros. Some of the villages in Røros include Brekken, Glåmos, Feragen, Galåa, and Hitterdalen.
Restaurants in Roros
1. Roros Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
‘Bergstadens Ziir’ – better known as Roros Church – was built during the copperwork’s golden age ‘in God’s honour and as an adornment to the town. The church, which was completed in 1784, does justice to its name with its majestic location high above the timber buildings. The Directorate for Cultural Heritage regards the church as one of the ten most profiled churches in Norway. It is one of the country’s largest churches with Seating for 1,600 people. The church has been newly opened after 2 years of extensive renovation and has now been restored to its former glory.
Reviewed By 7ContinentsExplored - Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Having ancestors that had attended this church made seeing it extra special. The church is atop a hill and you get beautiful views of it from all over Røros. The cemetery surrounds the church and is well maintained and so interesting to explore. I would definitely recommend a visit to this historic church!
2. Roros Museum Smelthytta
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4.5 based on 126 reviews
The Roros Museum is an independent foundation dedicated to care for and develop historical cultural values in the Roros district. We have a special responsibility for Roros World Heritage, southern Sami historical culture, mining history, the preservation of buildings and information about Femundsmarka National Park. The Roros Museum has four sites to visit, all of which are open to the public: "Smetlhytta" (The Smeltery), "Olavsgruva" (Olav's Mine), "Doktortjonna" (Femundsmarka National Park Centre and outdoor recreation area) and "Sleggveien" (Slag Street).
Reviewed By Robin D - Fayetteville, Georgia
After touring the copper mine, my husband and I came back to Røros and explored the smelting museum. The visit helped us understand the process of separating copper from stone, gave us insight into the lives of the workers in the mining business, plus knowledge...MoreThank you so much for taking the time to tell about your experience visiting Røros Museum Smelthytta! We are glad to hear that you had a positive experience.
3. Roros Museum Olav's Mine
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Gianluca M - Stavanger, Norway
The temperature inside the mines is 4-5 degrees centigrade, even if you have 20 degrees outside, so make sure you dress properly. And use shoes with a good grip, as it might be slippery at times.
The museum is interesting and the guides do a good job. Make sure you spend also some time in the exhibition area, maybe before the tour.
4. Lysgaard Keramikk
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
The gallery-shop presents a wide range of my work, both functional ceramics and sculptures. Each piece is unique. Come to the gallery and choose what you like best!
Reviewed By Janulik - Prague, Czech Republic
One can't describe this studio/shop. You have to see it for yourself to believe it. Per Lysgaard is a second generation ceramic artist and he decorated this house in amazing detail. You can view his work and also watch him work. We have bought a...MoreMange takk, det var hyggeligt.
5. Slegghaugan
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Slag is a by-product of copper smelting. Slegghaugan stand as large Mountains that are a testament to the huge amount of activity that has taken place over 333 years. If you climb to the top of Slegghaugan, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Mining-Town. Very close to Slegghaugan is Sleggveien, also referred to as Pippi Street. An episode of Pippi Long Stocking was filmed here.
Reviewed By Håvard T - Rome, Italy
Slegghaugan is among my favourites in Røros. Just across the brigde from Smelthytta you can climb them and on top it gives you a great view. Fun for the children.
6. Roros Tourist information
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4 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Rhonda A - Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States
I was in Roros working on the Femundlopet sled dog race Feb. 2015 and stopped in the information center. The gentleman manning the office was very nice and helpful providing me with a map of the area and of Norway. The town is quaint and welcoming. The race is a big event with the entire town being involved. The main street transforms to the starting line and off the dog teams go! Would love to see this town and the Femund area in summer.
7. Hyttklokka
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4 based on 29 reviews
Hyttklokka is positioned at the top of Morkstugata, in proximity to Malmplassen. Hyttklokka was used to notify workers at the smelthytta(smelter hut) when work started and finished. The bell was probably also used as an alarm, to warn of fires, for example. If you take a photo of Hyttklokka with the church in the background, you will have captured the classic Roros setting.
Reviewed By Jolyon67 - Melbourne, Australia
There is no information about the significance of this bell when you are there. It was to notify the workers of the start and end of the working day. It was also used as an alarm if there were any fires. You will find it uphill just as you approach the Smelting museum.
8. Femundsmarka National Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 12 reviews
Femundsmarka National Park is one of the largest continuous, unspoilt Wilderness regions in Southern Scandinavia. A great area for canoeing and fishing. The Norwegian Trekking Association has selected it as one of the three best hiking areas in Norway. National Park centre at Doktortjonna,
Reviewed By bendikha - Trondheim, Norway
Quiet, remote and large areas covered with pine woods and lichen. Border to Sweden. The large lake "Femunden" dominates, but other lakes and rivers are abundant. The area is popular with hikers and sports fishers. Renowned for good trout fishing! Access is easy by boat along Femunden, then hiking. Roads are very scarce. One farm still has no road connection (on the East side of the lake). Mosquitos can be a pest, so bring repellent. In winter, temperatures can drop very low (-40-50C), so be prepared for really cold weather. Bear, wolf lynx and wolverine can be spotted in the national park.
9. Rorosmuseet Doktortjonna Recreation Park and Femunsmarka National Park Centre
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4 based on 8 reviews
Recreation park with activities for the whole family. Canoeing, boating, the ’Elias’ boat, fishing, nature trails, domestic animals, playground, ice fishing, ski trails, ski slopes and toboggan runs. Café serving dinner and lunch. National Park centre with information about Femundsmarka National Park and other protected areas in the Roros region. There is a nature trail from Doktortjonna into the Kvitsanden protected landscape area, Roros’ own ‘desert’ from the Ice Age.
Reviewed By Bjorn_JE - Linkoping, Sweden
This is a nice recreation park with a clear outdoors/nature theme with many activities for kids. If your children are familiar with the kids show "Elias", this is bound to be a success as they have small Elias-boats that you can ride.
The park also offer other activites as lumber floating, bird-house construction, obstacle course and a number of farm animals on display.
10. Thomasgaarden Galleri
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Thomasgaarden Gallery and Coffee bar. 40 varieties of Italian coffee. Home-made cakes, waffles and lunch. Wireless Internet.
Reviewed By norsk77 - Trondheim
I visited this place a few days ago when going to the 165. Rørosmartnan, that is the old, traditional market in this small mountain town. It was crowded everywhere, but in Thomasgaarden we could find a table and sit down for a cup of tea, vaffles and the local beer. The cáfe is also a gallery, and it has all the charm that is typically for this town. The traditions kept alive in the old, well kept original wooden houses. We really enjoyd our stay. Our drinks and snacks, the atmosphere with an interior of both traditions and modern. Even the back yard is such a treat. Here it was a fire to keep warm by in the cold winter of February, and nice informal place to sit down. Guest feeling very welcome even outside, if it is for a sigarette, or just to sit by the fire enjoying the view; that is the old buildings and also a glimpe of the magnificient church of Røros, called Bergstadens Ziir.
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