The country town of Vrådal is located in the heart of Telemark, known by most as a winter paradise for skiers, but also as a fantastic nature area with a wide range of holiday adventures all year round.

Adventures on water…
The idyllic town is situated on the banks of the Nisser lake, which offers a wide range of activities for guests of all ages. Take a dip in the water from one of the beautiful sandy beaches, explore the calm waters of the lake by canoe, rowboat or pedal boat or go on a fun cruise with M/S Fram veteran sightseeing boat, which takes you through Vrådal’s fantastic island landscape and the roughly 100-year old locks, “Småstraum” and “Storstraum”.

On land….
Vrådal is without a doubt located in one of Norway’s most beautiful nature areas. Here you will find fantastic hiking and cycling routes of varying lengths and difficulty levels just outside the door. There are even trails for Nordic Walking. Enjoy an amazing walk through spruce forests or bicycle on idyllic roads along the banks of the Nisser.
If there are golfing enthusiasts in the family, the island of Fossøy is well worth a visit. Here you can play 9 holes on a spectacular course surrounded by forests, mountains and lakes. And if there’s a fisherman among you, the mountains also offer first-class fishing.

And in the air!
One of Vrådal’s most popular activities is a hike to the top of Venelifjell, a fantastic outdoor experience for the entire family. The 4-km hike to the top of this mountain (the name translates to “beautiful mountain”) starts by crossing bridges over the marshlands, followed by hiking over a rock mass that takes you to the idyllic Venelitjørni lake. Here you can try your luck with a fishing rod or take a refreshing dip in the water before pushing your way up the final metres to the summit of the 904-metre high mountain. Once at the top, you can enjoy a picnic lunch to fantastic views that, in clear weather, stretch all the way to the coastal town of Kragerø and Hardangervidda mountain plateau and, last but not least, the spectacular and famous Gaustatoppen mountain.

Activities for children (and the young at heart)
If there are children in the family, Straand Sommerland is located just around the corner, where you can play beach volleyball, jump on trampolines, enjoy playground equipment, an obstacle course and must, much more! Only an hour’s drive from Vrådal, even more action awaits at Bø Sommerland, home to Europe’s largest water slide and huge surfing waves.

Don’t forget…
Located in Telemark, Vrådal is the perfect starting point for exploring the numerous cities, cultural sights and natural gems that southern and eastern Norway have to offer.