From February 2nd to June 26th, the Vemork bridge is receiving maintainance work. The bridge is completely closed to all vehicles, but a walkway has been established for walking visitors.
Opening hours
May 1st – June 26th:
Open every day 12-16
June 27th – September 15th:
Open every day 12-18
September 16th – April 30th:
Open Tuesday – Sunday 12-16
Closed: January 1st, May 17th, June 8th, June 9th, 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 accompanied by an adult) 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 accompanied by an adult) Free of charge
Location
The Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum
Vemork, 3669 Rjukan
Contact us:
Phone: +47 35 09 90 00
Email: post@nia.no
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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.
Audio guide
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
Accessibility
We can unfortunately not offer designated handicap parking spaces at Vemork, because of maintenance work on the Vemork bridge. This work takes place from February 2nd to June 26th 2026. It is not possible to drive over the bridge during this period.
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.
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.
Food and drinks
From October 13th to May 31st the cafe is closed, and only opens for group lunch reservations.
From June 1st to October 12th the cafe is open every day.
In the cafe you can enjoy a delicious lunch or coffee and cake with a spectacular view at Café Vemork located on the 2nd floor of the building. They serve a variety of hot and cold dishes, along with a wide selection of drinks.
For group lunch reservations throughout the year, please contact us at +47 35 09 90 00.