Opening hours
June 27th – September 13th:
Open every day 12-18
September 14th – October 11th:
Open every day 12-16
October 11th – April 30th:
Open Tuesday – Sunday 12-16
May 1st – June 26th:
Open every day 12-16
Closed: January 1st, May 17th, December 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st.
The heavy water cellar (exhibition)
Admission is included in the ticket for Vemork.
Ticket prices on site
Adults NOK 280
Senior citizens NOK 240
Students NOK 210
Children (6-18 years) NOK 190
Children (under 6 years) Free of charge
Tickets purchased online in advance
Adults NOK 250
Senior citizens NOK 220
Students NOK 190
Children (6-18 years) NOK 170
Children (under 6 years) Free of charge
Location
The Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum
Vemork, 3669 Rjukan
Contact us:
Phone: +47 35 09 90 00
Email: post@nia.no
The walk up to Vemork
It is about 800 metres to walk from the car park to the museum. You can choose whether to follow the road or use the paths and stairs. Some of the slopes may be a bit steep, but it is a pleasant walk of about 20 minutes through a beautiful industrial and natural environment.
Audioguide
In addition to signs with historical information about some of what you see on the way up, we have a free audio guide that you can download to your mobile phone and listen to while you walk: Audioguide on GuideToGo
Shop
Would you like a souvenir from Vemork? In the museum shop, we have a wide selection that is perfect for both yourself and as a gift.
Parking
The way to access Vemork is to drive to parking lot by the Vemork bridge and walk up to the museum on the other side of the bridge.
Tour Buss
Tour buses park at the parking area near Vemorkjuvet and are not permitted to drive across the suspension bridge.
We offer round-trip transportation in minibuses upon reservation.
Phone: +47 35 09 90 00
or mail: post@nia.no
Food and drinks
Café Vemork is open during the museum’s opening hours. Enjoy a delicious lunch, or coffee and freshly made waffles, all while taking in a spectacular view of Vemork. Café Vemork is located on the second floor of the building. We serve a variety of hot and cold dishes, as well as a good selection of beverages. For group lunch reservations, please call +47 35 09 90 00. Larger groups are required to book in advance.
Accessibility
For visitors with a disability permit, there are designated handicap parking spaces available at Vemork. For other health-related reasons, please contact the museum to make special arrangements.
There is an entrance ramp at the museum. All floors of Vemork are equipped with elevators. All texts in the exhibitions are written in both Norwegian and English.
Carers are admitted to the museum free of charge upon presentation of carer certificate.
Dog Friendly museum
During the summer and fall season, a private and air conditioned dog den awaits your best friend during at Vemork. Ask for instructions in the reception and we will help you.
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