Population 1,530 / 62.1 degrees north

Folldal, Norway

Long used by hunters seeking reindeer, Folldal grew as a modern mining town in the 18th century after the first permanent settlement took place. Today Folldal is a quiet town surrounded by incredible national parks. Fun fact – Folldal has the highest elevation of all administrative centres in Norway, at 712 metres above sea level. 

About Folldal

Latitude: 60.2 degrees north

Population: 1,530

Folldal Municipality

In this Travel Guide...

Uniquely Folldal

Here are some things that you must do and try in Folldal

Things to See & Do

Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Folldal

Museum

Folldal Mine

The Folldal Mine is the historic mine from 1748 that has now been converted into a museum. The museum is only open in the summer months. 

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Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences

Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!

National Parks

National Parks

Folldal is located close to some amazing park areas. Norway’s longest seter valley, the 55km (34 mile) long Einundalen, is close by. The valley is still used for summer grazing at the mountain summer farms that have existed for over 400 years. Almost half the land around Folldal is conservation area and national park.

Horses

Kvistli Islandshester

Folldal is located close to some amazing park areas. Norway’s longest seter valley, the 55km (34 mile) long Einundalen, is close by. The valley is still used for summer grazing at the mountain summer farms that have existed for over 400 years. Almost half the land around Folldal is conservation area and national park.

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Road-Trips

Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Folldal

Rondane Tourist Road (Fv27)

This tourist road goes through the Rondane National park, which was established as the first national park of Norway. 

Rondane Tourist Road

Self-Guided Walks

Folldal on YouTube

Watch our YouTube videos featuring Folldal

History of Folldal

Long before there was permanent settlement in Folldal, the area was often visited by trappers hunting reindeer. There are close to 1,000 animal graves in Folldal and the remains of a larger mass trapping facility are dated to the 13th century. The first farms in Folldal are listed in the early 17th century and were likely migrants from the Dovre region.

Mining has been important to Folldal for over 300 years. The Folldal Works was founded in 1748, the same year the copper mine opened. At its peak, the mine employed up to 550 people. The ore was transported by horse-drawn carriages to a smelter in Alvdal. The main mine was closed in 1941, though smelting continued until 1968.

Folldal Today

Mining characterised industry in Folldal until 1993, and now the municipality is the largest employer. Farming is also important and accounts for around 20% of employment. The agricultural area mainly consists of meadows and pastures.

Travel Information

Getting Here

Fly: No airport

Drive: Folldal is located on the Fv29, which runs between the E6 and the town of Alvdal on the Glomma River. Folldal is also on the northern end of the Rondane Tourist Road.

Train: No train access

Ferry: No ferry access. 

Getting Around

It’s quite a climb up to the mine, so a car is recommended. 

Shops

Places to Eat

Cafes & Bakeries

 

Quick Bites

 

Reasonable Restaurants

 

High End & Unique Eats

 

Places to Stay

Camping

 

Cabins & B&Bs

Chains & Mid-Range

High End & Unique Properties

Folldal Mountain Hotel is a good place to stay if you are interested in hiking: https://www.folldalhotel.no/

Kverbergsøya is a historic farm and lodgings: https://www.kvebergsoeya.com/

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