Bergsbygda have so much beautiful scenery to offer. The landscape of Sprekkedals can be hard to get around in, but you can really get great experiences here!

Idyllic water and magic, narrow valleys a...

In the area Borgeåsen in Skien you will find very nice and historical walking trails.

Here is a large network of trails in the pine and mixed forest. From the south-west side there are panoramic vi...

Bakkestranda-Bryggevannet cultural trail in Skien is a 1.8 km trail along Hjellevannet and Bryggevannet lakes.

Starts at Bakkestranda, a green gem in Skien with a large number of restored timber hous...

Cultural trail around Hjellevannet in Skien.

A circular trail of 5.6 km around Hjellevannet lake. The walk takes you through attractive scenery, industrial and commercial areas, along the lake and ov...

It's well worth taking a stroll around and by "Brevik's Dam's", an enticing area for a walk in picturesque surroundings - fantastic for families with the children.

Follow the path to the Viewpoint, ...

Folkestien in Skien is 6.8 km and provides a signposted trail in the local area designed to encourage people of all ages to exercise for health and wellbeing. There is a signpost every 1 or 0.5 km.

I...

Frierstien is part of the coastal path in Porsgrunn. It connects areas along the fjord west of the Eidangerhalvøya. Parts of the trail have been used by people from time immemorial.
Whether as a way f...

Among Siljan's population belongs Holmefjell (369 m) to the most popular. This is one of the community's many fine viewpoints, and destination for walking.

Holmefjell are located east of Skisjø, on...

Tempted by Bamble's highest peak? Then take a trip to Hørsfjelll, from where you can see large expanses of the Telemark coast.
The rolling Bamble countryside dominates to the west and north. The prev...

Langesundtangen recreational area is an abandoned fort which is now a protected recreation area.

Because of the strategic position of the pliers Langesund cordoned off the Germans in 1941 the area an...

Lots of great hiking trails in the west-facing slopes towards Gjerpen Valley.
One of the most widely used bases for walks in these areas, is the parking lot at the Lensmannsseter above Sneltvedt.
Fro...

10 km north from Skien City, you will find the beautiful Luksefjell area.

Here is a natural paradise with forests, mountains, lakes, rivers, marshes and moors.
Forest area is located between the ri...

You can grill the sausages, climb, pick shells, fish or swim.
Nice trail from Ivarsand to Prisgrund. Information board at Ivarsand.
Fine fishing possibilities from the rocks.
Ivarsand is handicapped ...

Parking at the parking lot, west of the intersection from Sundby Langesund. Parking signs by the road.

Follow the path from here to Rognsåsen. Here you will find a well-developed network of trails.
T...

Siljanmarka offers beautiful scenery with almost unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons.
There are trails made for summer and winter, alpin resort, nice berries areas, 70 excell...

A 3.7 km cultural trail that starts at Løveid locks on the Telemark Canal.

The trail passes through picturesque surroundings along the watercourse and there are 15 info boards along the way.  

 

 

This area extends clearly with its incline towards the northern of Gjerpen valley.
The bare rock to lille Skrehelle in front of the summit is also a clear sign of long distance.

It’s a parking lot at...

West of the river to Skien and Porsgrunn you find Solumsmarka, one of the most widely used local area of Grenland and this is a very child friendly area.

This is a very popular and wellknown area wit...

What about a trip to stunning Steinvika in Langesund on a beautiful summer's day or even when it's wet and windy?
Park at the market place in the town centre and follow the signs; parking is also ava...

If you’re going to walk the entire length of the coastal path, start at the library in Stathelle.

Then continue under the Brevik bridge, through old Stathelle up to Stathelle primary school. From the...

The cultural trail leads through an area of the town steeped in history.
The trail starts and finishes at Århus farm in Århus.

Attractions en route include the Carp Dam at Århus Farm, Cudrios Venst...

The trail passes through an idyllic settlement on Sandøya over "Flyndresundet" to Løvøya with rugged untouched forest.

Marked trail to the barn to the North of Løvøya farm which is open plains with b...

Trolldalen in Bamble lies hidden behind islets and skerries approx. 1 km from Valle.

Here you will fint the remnants of the Germans' impressive Second World War fortifications.

Bunkers, walkways an...

Follow in the footsteps of the enthusiast to the top of the popular Ulvskollen, or "Urskollen" as the natives say.

The cozy cabin Brynhildsbu are always open to hikers frequent. The cottage is built ...

Vestmarka is the perfect recreation for the whole family. The aereas around Strømdal and Gulset is ideal for small strolls with the family.
Here is a rich wildlife, with moose and small wild animals.
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Well-marked trails around Skien Fritidspark


There were many trails around the woods in Skien Fritidspark. We have skii trails that are 1 km, 2.5 km and 5 km long. Here is brand new floodlit, 5 km l...

Skifjell is one of the many fine starting points for tours in Østmarka. Comprehensive and well-marked trails begin here. Information boards at the parking lot.Trails to eastern and western Vealøs, Mee...