| Røros Røros | ||
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| State | Norway | |
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| Surface | 1,956 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 5.576 (2010) | |
| Time zone | UTC 1 | |
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Røros is a city of Norway.
To know
Since 1980 the city has been included among the World Heritage Sites ofUNESCO.
Geographical notes
It is located in the county of Sør-Trøndelag, within the central region of Gauldalen. The coldest temperature measured in Røros is -50.4 ° C on January 13, 1914. This is the lowest temperature measured in the southern part of Norway, making it one of the coldest places in the country.
Background
The origins of the city date back to the year 1530 when it was built on the land of the Røraas farm, from which it took its name. Built entirely of wood, it is known as "the city of copper", since the extraction of the mineral was the main occupation of those who lived there until 1977, the date of closure of the mining activity.
How to orient yourself
Røros: full screen map.
How to get
By plane
- 1 Røros airport (IATA: RRS), ☎ 47 67 03 24 50. Widerøe operates two daily connections from Oslo (from kr 599, 50 min), no flights on Saturdays.
By car
- Road E6 then 3 from Oslo via Elverum (5 hr, 400 km).
- Road E6 then 30 from Trondheim (2 hr 30 min, 150 km).
- Road 84 then 31 from Awake in Sweden (3 hr, 210 km).
On the train
- 2 Røros station. There are direct trains from Trondheim (2 hours 30 min) and from Hamar (3 hours 30 min). In Hamar it is possible to change trains to reach Oslo is Lillehammer. Lockers with padlocks are available at the station to store your luggage at a cost of around 10-20 crowns.
By bus
AtB connects the city with Trondheim (from kr 286, 3 h, line 340 Trondheim - Støren - Røros).
How to get around
What see
- 1 Røros Church (Bergstadens Ziir). The church is one of the symbols of Røros, unique in the area for its shape and decoration. The building was completed in 1784 and was the first Norwegian octagonal church to be built in masonry. The company that ran the mine financed the work. The churches of Sør-Fron and Vang were built inspired by this church. With its 1600 seats, it is one of the largest churches in Norway, behind the church of Kongsberg (mining town) and the cathedral of Nidaros.
Events and parties
- Røros Market (Rørosmartnan). Established in 1644, it is held from the penultimate Tuesday in February to the following Friday and attracts an average of over 60,000 tourists every year.
What to do
- Femundlopet (from January 30th to February 4th). The longest sled dog competition in Europe, which attracts fans from all over the world every year.
Shopping
Artists are plentiful in Røros. Available are: local art and crafts, pottery and reindeer and sheep skins.
How to have fun
Where to eat
A typical meal for the locals consists of fresh bread with local cheeses, meats and gravlaks. The reindeer and elk meat are unique. These meats are usually eaten as steaks or stewed.
Where stay
- 1 Bergstadens Hotel, Osloveien 2, ☎ 47 72 40 60 80, @[email protected].
- 2 Røros Hotell, An-Magrittsvei, ☎ 47 72 40 80 00, @[email protected].
- 3 Fjellheimen, Johan Falkbergetsv. 25, ☎ 47 72 41 14 68, @[email protected]. B&B and camping
- 4 Håneset Camping, Osloveien 67, ☎ 47 72 41 06 00. Rooms and camping.
- 5 Frøyas Hus, Mørkstugata 4, ☎ 47 72 41 10 11, @[email protected].
Safety
How to keep in touch
Internet
- 3 Røros Library (Røros folkebibliotek), Fargarveien 4, ☎ 47 72 41 94 24.
Mon Wed 14: 00-19: 00, Tue Thu 11: 00-16: 00, Fri 12: 00-17: 00, Sat 11: 00-14: 00. Free use of computers. You can also print at a very affordable price.
Mon Wed 14: 00-19: 00, Tue Thu 11: 00-16: 00, Fri 12: 00-17: 00, Sat 11: 00-14: 00. Free use of computers. You can also print at a very affordable price.
