Visit Dalen - Dalen Tourist Office

Visit Dalen Tourist Office - we provide information and advice about what to experience on your holiday

About

Visit Dalen tourist office in the center of Dalen, in Aasmund Nordgaards veg 1.

We offer:

– Advice and tips for holiday adventures in our region

– Hikers Welcome tourist office with hiking advice and hiking maps

– Guided historic hikes in the summer season

– Fishing permit, hiking maps, postcards and stamps, brochures and information.

– Souvenirs

– Bike rental

– Booking of Soria Moria Sauna.

– Booking for The Telemark Canal.

– Help to find accomodation in our region

We are open Monday-Sunday 23rd of June to 17th of August.

Adress: Visit Dalen, Aasmund Nordgaards veg 1, 3880 Dalen

Tel: +47 35 07 56 56

E-mail: info@visitdalen.com

info@visitdalen.com

Location

Aasmund Nordgaards veg 1, 3880 Dalen

Practical information

Sat-Sun until 23rd of June: 10-16:00 23.June - 17.August: 10-18:00

Information centre
Tourist information
Authorised tourist agency - green
Municipality

Aasmund Nordgaards veg 1, 3880 Dalen

59.58188095567466, 8.535365846655854

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Nearby events

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.

Hardangervidda nasjonalparksenter, Skinnarbu, 3660 Rjukan

23OKT

25OKT

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

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

31OKT

Halloween i Åmdals Verk gruver

Åmdalsvegen 42a, 3882 Åmdals Verk

1NOV

Kurs i diagramteikning

Museumsvegen 9, 3891 Høydalsmo

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

14NOV

Jolemarknad

Straumsnesvegen 29, 3853 Vrådal

15NOV

Jolemarknad på Åmdals Verk gruver

Åmdalsvegen 42A, 3882 Åmdals Verk

19NOV

Hemmelige rom i Rjukan Næringspark

Rjukan Næringspark, 3660 Rjukan

20NOV

Christmas Party with The Skotten Show

Kvitåvatnvegen 461, 3660 Rjukan

21NOV

Jolemesse i Eidsborg

Museumsvegen 9, 3891 Høydalsmo

Music

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

28NOV

Nissemarsj på Rjukan

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

Music

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

12DES

Jolejazz på Nutheim Gjestgiveri

Flatdalsvegen 1283, 3841 Flatdal

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

27JUL

31JUL

Marispelet by Rjukanfossen 2027

Outdoor magical love story of Mari and her forbidden love for the servant boy Oystein.

3660 Rjukan

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7AUG

Norseman Xtreme Triathlon

Norseman Xtreme Triathlon is widely recognized as the world’s most demanding full-distance triathlon.

Rjukan, 3660 Rjukan

Fishing Outdoor activities

Fishing at Hallbjønnsekken

Fishing for trout at Hallbjønnsekken

Hotellvegen 16, 3880 Dalen

Fishing Outdoor activities

Fishing in Lake Mosvatn and Bessevatn

Fishing for trout and whitefish in Lake Mosvatn and Bessevatn

Hotellvegen 16, 3880 Dalen

Hiking Outdoor activities

Ti-toppers

Visit 10 great mountain tops in Tokke. For more information contact the tourist office in Dalen.

Hotellvegen 16, 3880 Dalen

Outdoor activities Paddling & Water Sports

Canoeing and kayaking

Rental of canoes and kayaks from Telemark Adventure at Dalen Bed & Breakfast. Go paddle on Lake Bandak or along The Telemark Canal.

Aasmund Nordgaards veg 6, 3880 Dalen

Hiking Outdoor activities

In the footsteps of the girls from Rui

Experience a historic hike on the sherpa staircase from Dalen to Rui: 1 km, 810 steps, and 200 meters of elevation in about 20-30 minutes.

3880 Dalen

Food & Drink Luxury Restaurants Romantic Getaways

4.3

Restaurant Bandak Dalen Hotel

At Restaurant Bandak, hospitality and food experiences are the focus. The menu is French-inspired with use of local and Norwegian ingredients.

Hotellvegen, 3880 Dalen

Accommodation Historic Hotels Hotel Luxury Romantic Getaways

4.7

Dalen Hotel

Dalen Hotel is an award-winning historic hotel situated at the end of the spectacular Telemark Canal, offering a unique blend of luxury and nature since 1894.

Hotellvegen 33, 3880 Dalen

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Culture & Heritage Hiking Outdoor activities

The Rui Farm

In the steep mountainside over Dalen lies the famous little farm Rui.

3880 Dalen

Fishing Outdoor activities

Angling eldorado in Tokkeåi and Bandak

Where large trout reigns.

Hotellvegen 16, 3880 Dalen

Relaxation & Wellness Saunas & baths Wellness Enthusiasts

Soria Moria Sauna

Soria Moria Sauna in Dalen, Telemark

Markensvegen 20, 3880 Dalen

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Accessibility Hiking Outdoor activities

Bufjordstigen in Dalen

Charming walk along the Telemark Canal, past the historic Dalen Hotel, beautiful Soria Moria Sauna and through the "jungle" and river delta at Buøy island.

Dalen Bryggje, 3880 Dalen

Accommodation Guest Harbour

Dalen Guest Marina

Nice guest jetty at Dalen pier

Storvegen 8, 3880 Dalen

Cafés Food & Drink

3.8

Lastein Bryggjekafé

Lastein Bryggjekafe is a nice little summer restaurant on the pier at Dalen and is the arrival point for the veteran ships M/S Henrik Ibsen and M/S Viktoria.

Storvegen 2, 3880 Dalen

Autumn Scenic canal cruise

MS Henrik Ibsen

Historical journey with MS Henrik Ibsen on the Telemark Canal.

Hotellvegen 33, 3880 Dalen

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Transport

Telemarkskanalen Skipsselskap – M/S Henrik Ibsen

M/S Henrik Ibsen is a veteran ship from 1907 sails daily between Skien and Dalen during the canal season and is known as the king of the Telemark Canal.

Hotellvegen 33, 3880 Dalen

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Adventure Seekers Hiking Outdoor activities

Lårdalstigen

Lådalstigen is a fantastic hike between Dalen and Lårdal. A large part of the hike follows the mountain ridge 800 metres above the Telemark Canal.

Eidsborgvegen 361A, 3880 Dalen

Hiking Outdoor activities

The suspension bridge across Hell

Round trip from Dalen where you cross the river Tokkeåi via the suspension bridge over Helveteshylen (Hell)

Storvegen 211, 3880 Dalen

Hiking Outdoor activities Cultural walk

The whetstone walk

Exciting hiking route from Vest-Telemark Museum in Eidsborg to the historic whetstone quarry.

Vest-Telemark Museum Eidsborg, Museumsvegen 9, 3891 Høydalsmo

Culture & Heritage Museums & galleries

The Museum Farmer

Gardening, Farming and Lumbering

Museumsvegen 9, 3891 Høydalsmo

Architecture & Churches Culture & Heritage

Stålekleivloftet - one of the oldest wooden buildings in the world

Is the storehouse of the legendary woman Åse Stålekleiv the oldest profane wooden building in the world? The traditional storehouse situated here at Vindlaus, is a part of the Museum of Vest-Telemark in Eidsborg. It is, however, not like any other traditional storehouse. It has a unique story behind it which goes far back in time.

Museumsvegen 9, 3891 Høydalsmo

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Location

Practical information

Nearby events

Opening of new falcon exhibition

Yoga retreat på Gaustablikk Fjellresort

Trond Granlund – Intimate concert and dinner

Halloween i Åmdals Verk gruver

Kurs i diagramteikning

Rakfisk Evening at Austbygde Bakery

Jolemarknad

Jolemarknad på Åmdals Verk gruver

Hemmelige rom i Rjukan Næringspark

Christmas Party with The Skotten Show

Jolemesse i Eidsborg

Atle Pettersen - Christmas concert in Rjukan church

Nissemarsj på Rjukan

Ice climbing with Rjukan Adventure

Christmas concert with Herborg Kråkevik at Vemork

Jolejazz på Nutheim Gjestgiveri

Norrøna Ice Festival 2027

Sunfestival in Rjukan

Marispelet by Rjukanfossen 2027

Norseman Xtreme Triathlon

Nearby activities

Fishing at Hallbjønnsekken

Fishing in Lake Mosvatn and Bessevatn

Ti-toppers

Canoeing and kayaking

In the footsteps of the girls from Rui

Restaurant Bandak Dalen Hotel

Dalen Hotel

The Rui Farm

Angling eldorado in Tokkeåi and Bandak

Soria Moria Sauna

Bufjordstigen in Dalen

Dalen Guest Marina

Lastein Bryggjekafé

MS Henrik Ibsen

Telemarkskanalen Skipsselskap – M/S Henrik Ibsen

Lårdalstigen

The suspension bridge across Hell

The whetstone walk

The Museum Farmer

Stålekleivloftet - one of the oldest wooden buildings in the world