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T he village of Krøderen offers adrenaline-pumping activities while being surrounded by endless pristine nature. Pump tracks, skating, and skiing are popular, as are long, leisurely walks in the forest.
Discover the forest around Krøderen and feel the stress disappearing. Photo: Barnabas Davoti on Unsplash
Krøderen is located at the southern end of the lake of the same name and has nearly 600 residents. Here lies the terminus of the Krøderbanen, a popular museum railway in the summer. The Krøderen station is a protected landmark, and the 26-kilometer-long Krøderbanen runs between Vikersund and Krøderen.
Krøderen station — a protected landmark and the terminus of the historic Krøderbanen museum railway. Photo: Mahlum, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
From Krøderen, it’s a short distance to well-known excursion destinations like Norefjell and Vassfaret. If you’re into alpine sports, Krøderen is a great place to have as a base.
Alpine adventures await at nearby Norefjell. Photo: David Becker on Unsplash
Should you prefer a more tranquil version of the winter landscape, it’s easy to find in the area around Krøderen.
A tranquil winter forest near Krøderen. Photo: Barnabas Davoti on Unsplash
In Kryllingparken in the center of Krøderen, you’ll find a huge pump track that also has a skate park nearby. Here, you can both ride the pump track and skate back-to-back.
Krøderen is a village that invites both adrenaline rush and calming nature experiences.
Local stories and traditions that give Krøderen its distinct character.
Services, activities, and amenities available in Krøderen and within a short drive.
Krøderen lies at the southern end of Krøderen lake in Krødsherad municipality, Buskerud county — with easy access to Norefjell and the greater Ringerike region.
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Main photo by Barnabas Davoti on Unsplash. Forest and snowy forest photos by Barnabas Davoti on Unsplash. Alpine photo by David Becker on Unsplash. Station photo by Mahlum, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Text by Marion Solheim, journalist and co-founder of Freysta.
