Ice climbing
Rjukan is reckoned the best location in Northern Europe for ice climbing.
About
Rjukan is reckoned the best location in Northern Europe for ice climbing.
Rjukan has over 192 frozen waterfalls in a particularly long and stable winter season provide enticing conditions for climbers from all over the world.
There are several that offer courses and rental equipment and you can find a few of them here.
You can find more useful information on the Facebook site Climb Rjukan/Tinn
Contact
info@visitRjukan.com
Location
Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan
Practical information
- Sport
- Ice climbing
- Climbing
Nearby events
23OKT
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Yoga retreat på Gaustablikk Fjellresort
Join us for a weekend dedicated to tranquility, recovery, and mindfulness in the Norwegian mountains. Together with Wanderlust Yoga, we invite you to a retreat that combines yoga, wellness, nature experiences, and delicious meals in the cozy surroundings of Gaustablikk Fjellresort.
Gaustablikk Fjellresort, 3660 Rjukan
23OKT
Opening of new falcon exhibition
On Friday, October 23, 2026, we are celebrating the opening of the new falcon exhibition with soup and an educational evening dedicated to the falcons of Hardangervidda.
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24OKT
Trond Granlund – Intimate concert and dinner
We invite you to a very special evening at Rjukan Admini Hotel when Trond Granlund comes to Admini for an intimate concert.
Rjukan Admini Hotel, 3660 Rjukan
7NOV
Rakfisk Evening at Austbygde Bakery
Austbygde Bakery has teamed up with the best in the municipality to bring you a unique taste experience!
Mogan 2, 3650 Tinn Austbygd
21NOV
Julemesse i Hovin
Once again, it’s time for the Christmas fair at Hovin samfunnshus!
Hovinvegen 1914, 3652 Hovin i Telemark
25NOV
Atle Pettersen - Christmas concert in Rjukan church
Atle Pettersen creates a magical Christmas atmosphere at Rjukan Church on November 25, 2026.
Kirkebakken 1, 3660 Rjukan
7DES2026
-31MAR2027
Ice climbing with Rjukan Adventure
Rjukan is one of Norway’s best destinations for ice climbing, with frozen waterfalls, varied routes and conditions suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers.
Skriugata 26, 3660 Rjukan
11DES
Christmas concert with Herborg Kråkevik at Vemork
On Friday, December 11, the Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum invites you to an exclusive pre-Christmas evening with Herborg Kråkevik in the historic machine hall at Vemork.
Vemork, 3660 Rjukan
11FEB
-14FEB
Norrøna Ice Festival 2027
Norrøna’s 4-day ice climbing festival in Rjukan with Petzl
Rjukan, 3660 Rjukan
24APR
Sunfestival in Rjukan
Every spring the people in Rjukan celebrate the return of the sun!
Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan
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Tinn municipality has around 800 lakes containing trout and char. You can fish many of the lakes if you have a fishing permit.
3660 Rjukan
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Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan
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Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan
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Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan
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