Dalen

Travel Guide

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Set in the postcard-perfect landscapes of inland Telemark, this peaceful village is the starting point for hiking and biking trails. 

Lakes, rivers and mountains, which pierce clear blue skies, set the scene for magnificent outdoor adventures in Dalen. With a pretty village set on the banks of Lake Bandak, it is an idyllic blend of human development and nature. Spend your days in Dalen hiking to mountain lookouts, visiting art galleries and cruising one of the world’s most beautiful waterways.

The compact center is pleasant to discover on foot and glimpses of the wondrous surroundings await at the turn of every corner. Dalen Hotel is a good example of Dragestil architecture and Goldsmith Vinjerui showcases centuries of glassmaking traditions. The world-famous Telemark Canal flows for 65 miles (105 kilometers) from the lakeshore, through 18 locks and past numerous lakes to Skien. Discover it aboard historic boats, such as M/S Henrik Ibsen and M/S Victoria, cruise the clear water via rented kayak or bike waterfront trails.

A few miles south of the village is Grimdalstunet, the former home of sculptor Anne Grimdalen with an exhibition of her works. Join a guided tour of Tokke Power Station. In the neighboring village of Eidsborg, the West-Telemark Museum Eidsborg celebrates the art and history of Western Telemark. Admire the wooden architecture of the 800-year-old Eidsborg Stave Church.

Put on a pair of comfortable shoes and follow marked trails into the Telemark countryside. Visit Rui, a farmstead set on a mountainside where two sisters lived a solitary life until their 90s. Peer down the sheer walls of Raven Gorge and marvel as fallen leaves are blown back up by a powerful airstream. The Lårdalstigen is a 9-mile (14-kilometer) long walking route high above the Telemark Canal.

Keen anglers will enjoy fishing for trout on Lake Bandak and the Tokke River. Learn about the area’s copper mining heritage at Åmdals Verk Mine. Whatever you decide to do, keep watch for wildlife such as deer, eagles and foxes.

Buses reach Dalen from Bergen, Oslo and several towns in Telemark county. Once here, settle into the easygoing way of life and experience attractions without large tourist crowds.

Dalen Hotel

Dalen Hotel

5 out of 5
Hotellvegen 33, Tokke
The price is ₩408,605 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
₩408,605
₩457,638 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dalen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Soria Moria Sauna and Dalen Marina are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews)
"Cozy old style hotel. Delicious breakfast with good service and lots to choose from of local products."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Dalen Hotel
Straand Hotel

Straand Hotel

3 out of 5
Kviteseidvegen 1698, Vradal, Kviteseid, Telemark
The price is ₩278,411 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
₩278,411
₩311,820 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Kviteseid. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Straand Sommerland and Samvirke Gallery ...
8/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
"Beautiful setting with friendly staff."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Straand Hotel
Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller

Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller

4 out of 5
Haugivegen 4, Kviteseid
The price is ₩253,811 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
₩253,811
₩284,268 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kviteseid. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Norwegian Ski Museum is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (344 reviews)
Friendly and accommodating.
"Amazingly friendly and helpful staff. The bathrooms are recently updated, but the rooms are a bit dated. Bed was comfortable and clean. I would definitely book again. The location is gorgeous and was perfect for me."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2024

Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rauland Feriesenter

Rauland Feriesenter

3.5 out of 5
Rjukanvegen 195, Vinje, Telemark
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Vinje. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and rowing/canoeing on site. Popular attractions Telemarkstunet and Gallery Kolbrek ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
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"Fin hytte med kjøkken, vaskemaskin, bad og plass til mange personer. Godt fornøyd med beliggenhet og standard, mye verdi for pengene. Kanonbra for barnefamilier."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Rauland Feriesenter
Hovdehytta

Hovdehytta

3.5 out of 5
PB 66, 4756 Hovden i Setesdal, Bykle, Aust-Agder
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Bykle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cross-country skiing. Popular attractions Fjellgardane Church and Museum of Iron ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (84 reviews)
"We arrived to the hotel pretty late and exhausted and notice there were no sheets on the bed and no towels in the room. We booked for 2 nights and stayed 1. When we checked out the front desk didnt ask why we were leaving early. She just stated thank you for staying with us."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Hovdehytta
Hovdestøylen Apartments

Hovdestøylen Apartments

4 out of 5
41 Hovdestøylen, Bykle, Agder
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bykle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Museum of Iron Production and Fjellgardane ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"Wunderschön gelegen, sehr gutes Restaurant"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024

Hovdestøylen Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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