Go for a walk: Hønefoss
Hønefoss. Photo: Svein Hurum / snl.no
We have created routes for a number of different trips in Hønefoss, some starting from the campus. Remember that you can enter any trip you've taken!
Find hikes and other things do to in the Sørøst-calendar
During April, joint tours or activities will be set up on most campuses. Filter your campus in the Sørøst-calendar and find walks where you are, or other things to join!
1. Around Schjongslunden
About the walk
LEVEL: 1.
DESCRIPTION: Flat, short, close to campus.
SURROUNDINGS: Nature: Woodland, river.
TYPE OF ROAD: Gravel path/ easily accessible.
The route is a loop on the path around Schjongslunden (1700 m). The path is marked with signs every 100 m. The path goes past Bystranda, where a bend in the river has created a lovely bathing beach. A lovely place for a dip, summer or winter! You also pass AKA Arena, where HBK, Hønefoss Ballklubb, train. The ice hall where the hockey team, the Panthers, play their home games is also here. In the building to the west of the map you will find a climbing hall with a cafe.
2. Hønefoss alongside the river (ut.no)
About the walk
LEVEL 2
DESCRIPTION: Flat, long, close to campus.
ENVIRONMENT: Nature, river, culture, small town.
TYPE OF ROAD: Gravel path/ easily accessible.
The path runs from Benterud in the south to Hovsenga in the north, along the Storelva and Randselva.
7.3 km. Along the trail, you will pass both Schjongslunden, Petersøya and Hovsenga. Lots of great places to eat packed lunches! At Hovsenga you can also fish.
Spring along the river. Photo: Vibeke Tjøm / ut.no
Check out the route and map at ut.no
3. Fosseparken
About the walk:
LEVEL 1
DESCRIPTION: Flat, short, close to campus.
ENVIRONMENT: Culture, small town.
TYPE OF ROAD: Asphalt/ pavement.
About 20 minutes' walk from campus Hønefoss you will find Fosseparken! A newly built skate park in the heart of the town. The trip from Campus to Fosseparken goes along Osloveien, the main thoroughfare through the city. There is an asphalt pavement all the way to the park.
4. Riddergården
Riddergården in Hønefoss is a good example of a loop farm/city loop, and a very nice destination for a walk! Only 30 minutes from the campus you will find this old, historic square, with several buildings from the 18th century.
The farm is located on a small headland, where Randselva and Ådalselva meet and form Storelva. The Storelva then flows further into the Tyrifjorden, approx. 20 km away.
5. The hillside behind the campus/Tandberghøgda and Kragstadmarka
Directly behind the university building there is a hill. This hilly trail is perfect for interval training! Nice trails have been laid out here. You decide how long the walk will be.
6. The bridge at Hønefossen
Just under half an hour's easy walk from the campus you will find Hønefossen itself. It got its name from the farm above: Hønen farm. The waterfall is regulated by a dam above, but when it is unleashed in all its glory it is quite a sight! The waterfall has given power to a lot of industry in the town, especially to sawmills along the river, where access to floating timber was good.
Hønefossen with the sculpture "Oppgangssaga" by Knut Steen. Photo: NTB Scanpix / snl.no
Today, the waterfall is decorated with the artwork "Oppgangssaga". A reciprocating saw is a water-powered saw with a straight saw blade that moves straight up and down. This is the starting point for the sculpture made by Knut Steen. On the railing on the south side of the bridge you will find the artwork "The Hatter's War". It is a wrought iron sculpture depicting the battles between the labor movement and the sheriff precisely at Hønefossen in 1851. The sculpture was made by Asle Raaen. The wearers are also adorned with art. Here it is graffiti artist Børge Brekke who has painted Halvdan Svarte.
7. Norderhov
About the walk:
Level: 1.
Terrain: Uphill, pavement, close to campus.
Culture: Museum, church, cemetery.
Nature: Apple orchard!
Road: Asphalt/pavement.
3.4 km from campus you will find the Ringerikes Museum in Norderhov. The road to the museum leads from the campus up towards the hospital and Hvervenkastet, and then on a separate sidewalk along the E16 to Ringvold apple farm. Look for the church spire and you'll find your way!
The museum hosts many exciting exhibitions, concerts, lectures and other activities throughout the year. This is a great walk with an exciting destination!
Borrow equipment at BUA Ringerike
At BUA Ringerike you can borrow sports and leisure equipment free of charge (skis, skates, helmets, etc.).