What to do and see in Hedmark, Eastern Norway: The Best Things to do

Here you will find the ruins of the medieval cathedral and the bishop's residence from the 13th Century on the beautiful Museum grounds on the outskirts of Hamar. The museum is comprised of archaeological exhibitions, a botanical garden and an outdoor museum with about 60 buildings from around Hedemarken County. The cathedral ruins are protected by a much-discussed protective structure in glass and steel, called the Hamar Dome, which is an attraction in itself. Open every day in summer season. Groups all year when booked in forehand.

Trysil is Norway's largest ski resort with 66 slopes and 31 lifts. Trysil is family friendly, and in summer offers more than 30 activities.

Kongsvinger Fortress is one of the most important sites of cultural heritage in Norway and Hedmark Fylke and it is regarded as on the region’s main attractions. The Fortress was built from 1673 an onwards and it served as an efficient protection foreign soldiers – especially from Sweden. The Fortress was never conquered by enemies of Norway. Today the Fortress is open all year.

With 31 lifts and 68 slopes Trysil is Norway's largest ski destination Well thought-out, very family-friendly, modern and with an exceptional range of accommodation - all descriptive catchphrases for Trysil as a ski destination. Everything has been built around Trysilfjellet, where wide, long slopes snake down the sides of the mountain and continue below the tree line. Trysil comprises four interconnected ski areas, all with their own unique characteristics. From the black slopes in Hoegegga to the red, blue and green slopes at Skihytta, Trysil Turistsenter and Trysil Hoeyfjellssenter. Children areas on both sides of the mountain - where snowman Valle is the children's best friend - ensure a good skiing experience for the whole family. The Snow park is several times awarded as the best in Norway. It contains lines for all levels. Live the high life in one of Trysil's two fantastic resort hotels, hire a cabin in which several families can live together, or a modern holiday flat adapted for active people. Almost all accommodation in Trysil is located right on the slopes and has ski-in/ski-out facilities.

Drive up Norway's 2nd highest road and witness a wonderfull panoramic view from Trontoppen. 1660 meters above sea level. The area is also interesting from a botanical perspective, offering several nature trails.

The Norwegian Forest Museum has a national responsibility for presenting the history of hunting, trapping, fishing, forestry and forest industry. With more than 110 000 visitors annually, the museum is one of the largest in all of Norway. Klevfos Industrial Museum at Adalsbruk and the Sorlistoa Museum in Osen, are owned by the same foundation running the Norwegian Forest Museum.