Drive it Yourself: Folldal to Røros: A Scenic Drive Through the Industrial Region of Eastern Norway
Drive through historic mining towns on your way to UNESCO Heritage-listed Røros.
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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.
Fun Facts About Folldal
Latitude: 60.2 degrees north
Population: 1,530
Folldal Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Folldal
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.
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!
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.
Kvistli Islandshester
Close to Folldal is Kvistli Islandshester, a unique experience where you can go on a horseback tour around the mountain areas. They also have accommodation on the property if you wish to stay there.
Road-Trips
Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Drøbak
Self-Guided Walks
Folldal on YouTube
Watch our YouTube videos featuring Folldal
Uniquely Folldal
Here are some things that you must do and try in 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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