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Vrangfoss Locks – Ulefoss Locks loop from Eidselva

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Vrangfoss Locks – Ulefoss Locks loop from Eidselva

Moderate

3.3

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Vrangfoss Locks – Ulefoss Locks loop from Eidselva

03:01

11.1km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.41 km

Ulefoss Manor

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Ulefoss Hovedgård is a magnificent manor house widely considered the most important architectural work from the Empire era in the country. Built between 1802 and 1807 as a summer residence …

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3.25 km

Waterfall with small weir in the forest

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In June there was not enough water for a small waterfall. For this reason alone, the hike should not be undertaken.

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5.15 km

Vrangfoss Locks

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The Vrangfoss five-way lock is a highlight of any trip. Passenger ships pass through it twice a day. There's a café.

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5.47 km

Stone transport

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Historic barge

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5.50 km

Historic Sawmill

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Below the lock is a sawmill that is still in use today. This is where the wooden lock gates are made and spare parts are manufactured.

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10.4 km

Ulefoss Locks

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The third lock from Skien. The ships are transported 11 m upwards in three chambers.

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11.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.72 km

3.57 km

2.53 km

696 m

572 m

Surfaces

5.39 km

2.18 km

1.63 km

999 m

572 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 2 September

18°C

6°C

27 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

August 4, 2025,Wanderung zur Vrangfoss Schleuse

Thought I'd take a leisurely hike today. But in Norway, you always have to be prepared for anything. Komoot suggested a tour!
I started off past the Ulefoss Lock, along gravel paths to the Eidshaus. Then I descended along a beautiful meadow path to a pasture fence. With a queasy feeling, I crossed the confusing pasture and exited at a …

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Vrangfoss Locks – Ulefoss Locks loop from Eidselva

Ulefoss Manor

Vennebenk Viewpoint

Vrangfoss

Waterfall with small weir in the forest

Vrangfoss Locks

Stone transport

Historic Sawmill

Ulefoss Locks

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