Destination Røros

Destination Røros is located in Central Norway, close to the Swedish border. In the middle of Destination Røros you will find the picturesque World Heritage Town of Røros. The  former mining-town is one of Europe’s oldest preserved wooden towns, listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site already in 1980. Surrounding the mountain settlement are two unique national parks and a beautiful nature which offers a fantastic setting for outdoor activities. The region is also one of Norway’s foremost producers of local food. We offer authentic incentives both summer and winter. The Destination offers conference facilities for up to 600 persons. Perfect for incentives and conferences with semi-incentives.

Today we are the Destination with the most comprehensive program on sustainable tourism in Norway. The Destination is awarded as the BEST DESTINATION in Virgin Holiday Responsible Tourism Award in 2011 and the destination is finalist for Tourism for Tomorrow in the category Destination Stewardship. Destination Røros is awarded because of our work on sustainable development which incorporates social, cultural, environmental and economic benefits as well as managing a multi-stakeholder engagement.

Winter in the region of Røros is something quite special – surprisingly invigorating and incredibly beautiful.

Your winter dream may include:
Horse and sleigh as airport transfer, Dog sledding with the top athlete dogs of famous dog musher Ketil Reitan, Sami activities such as reindeer sledding or Sami food in a traditional turf hut, Snow mobile safari, Snow shoeing, Lunching outdoors, Ice fishing,  Lavvo for meals or even accommodation, Kick-sledding, Cross country or alpine skiing,  Outside jacuzzi/ special tub and more.

You summer stay may include:
Horse and carriage rides in the town centre or in to the woods, Horse back riding, Dog mushing with 4-wheeled carts, Kayaking or canoeing, Boat journey on the big lake Femunden into the national park, Guided hiking tours looking for the wild reindeers, Fishing, Hiking or biking with our without guide, guided berry or mushroom picking and more.

Both summer and winter your stay may include:
Guided tours in the World Heritage Town of Røros,  Guided tour of museums, churches or into old copper mines,  Guided walking tour visiting craftsmen in the old town centre,  Local food safari in the area with Norway’s finest local food, Cooking classes,  Learn traditional Norwegian folk dance, One journey – two countries, combine with Funäsfjällen in Sweden situated only 50 m in from Røros.

Your journey to Røros:
By Air

Oslo – Røros
Two direct flights

Stockholm – Røros
In the period 23rd February – 15th April

Tröllhättan – Røros
In the period 2nd February – 8th April

By Train
Several daily services from Oslo and Trondheim