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Corporate Events atRomerikeSeminars, conferences, entertainment andevents for groups, companies, organisations,etc: contact Visit Romerike,tel +47 63 80 00 25; +47 92 01 27 52.

Tourist Information in OsloThe Tourist Information at TrafikantenThe Tourist Information at City HallThe Tourist Information at Oslo Cruise TerminalFor opening hours, go to www.visitoslo.com

Akershuswww.akershus.com

Romerikewww.visitromerike.no

Front page photos: Fetsund Lenser, Eidsvoll 1814,Urskog-Hølandsbanen.

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Visit RomerikeVisit Romerike is partof Akershus TouristBoard, a membershiporganization for thetourism industry andmunicipalities in thecounty.

Romerike: the most appealing meeting place in Norway!Green meadows, wide rivers, deep forests stretching across the hills. This is Romerike, closeto the farm, close to the city, close to everywhere, close to anyone. Ten minutes north ofOslo, connected to every corner of the world through the nation's main airport. This is a per-fect place to meet, a great place to arrive at. You can't get closer to Norway anywhere else!

Romerike is evolving – constantly.Romerike is evolving – constantly. Here, we have Oslo Airport, a number of Norway's largestand most competent conference hotels, Lillestrøm Centre of Expertise, Norway Trade Fairs.But we have room for the small and cosy as well: Still, quiet lakes where trout jump,museums steaming with flavour and tradition, living cultural history. Since the NorwegianConstitution was discussed and approved here in 1814, Romerike has been the most convenient and appealing meeting place in Norway.

Romerike offers more.The adventures are abundant and the opportunities are tailored to your needs in Romerike.This leaflet will introduce you to experienced and competent businesses that will help youevery step of the way. Allow yourself to be surprised by the quality and diversity of the regi-on. We have something for everybody. Romerike is a place to slow down, stay, live and toget excited about.

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4 Facts about Romerike

6 Romerike Insight

7 For businesses

8 What to see & do

18 Maps

20 Accomodation

28 What to see & do / Transport

29 Active Holiday

30 Romerike Insight

32 Summer & beaches

33 Romerike Insight

34 Useful addresses

4 F A C T S A B O U T R O M E R I K E

Romerike, from Old NorwegianRaumariki, ‘the realm of theRaumar’, in Akershus countyconsists today of 13 municipaliti-es. The northernmost part ofEnebakk, which today is part ofthe Follo region, was along withOdalen traditionally as well consi-dered part of Romerike. As ofJuly 2009, Romerike has 242.361inhabitants, living on 3.806square kilometres. The relativelyflat topography makes the regiona bountiful farming area. Therivers Vorma and Glomma con-flux at Nes in Romerike.

Municipalities

Aurskog-HølandPlenty of opportunities for enjoyingthe outdoors! Wide forests and idyl-lic lakes make for experiences sum-mer and winter alike. Hiking trailsstretch from most populated areas toplaces to swim and camp, and in thewinter, ski trails crisscross the munici-pality. At Aurskog, the old rectory –Aur prestegård – is preserved as acultural heritage site.

EidsvollSituated at Romerike’s extremenorth, Eidsvoll has diverse hiking ter-rain ideal for trips on foot and skis.Skreikampen and Mistberget are themunicipality’s most elevated points.Eidsvoll has a special place inNorwegian railway history; Norway’sfirst railway, inaugurated in 1854,terminated at Eidsvoll.

FetNamed from Old Norwegian fit, ‘lushmeadow by water’, Fet is idyllicallysituated east and north of LakeØyeren. The terrain along the lake ismade up of cultivated sand and claysediments, which further east easesinto hilly forests. Northern Europe’slargest inland delta forms where theriver Glomma meets Øyeren, provi-ding a nature preserve with uniqueflora and fauna.

GjerdrumGjerdrum is situated in the westernparts of the Romerike plain. The agri-cultural areas reach from Leira Riverwestwards to the eastern ridge ofthe Romerike Hills. The area’s distinc-tive feature is the ravines, reachingfrom 110 to 205 meters above meansea level.

HurdalHurdal is among Norway’s mostwood-covered municipalities, and isalso the most mountainous munici-pality in Romerike: at 812 m amsl,Fjellsjøkampen is the tallest peak inRomerike. Hurdal as well has the tal-lest waterfall in Akershus,Vesleelvfossen. For anyone whoenjoys the outdoors, Hurdal is a find!

LørenskogMotorway and railway linkLørenskog westwards to Oslo andeastwards to the rest of Romerike.The oldest archaeological discoveriesin this hilly landscape date backsome 5000 years. Østmarka, ladenwith footpaths, ski trails and lakesinvite to year-round use, and theLosby area has evolved into one ofthe Oslo area’s major destinations.

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NannestadWinding trails in dramatic ravinesand diverse fauna along streams andrivers – Nannestad’s scenic culturallandscape is situated between theairport and the Romerike Hills. Milesof well-prepared ski trails in fieldsand forests, exiting forest roads andmarked hiking paths make trips onfoot or bike events to remember.Nannestad’s nature is unique, wildand diverse.

NesAmong lush grain fields and deepforests, Norway’s two largest rivers,Glomma and Vorma, meet in Nes.Here, people have lived for appr3000 years. When Christianity wasintroduced in the 12th century, achurch was built at Nes Farm. Thechurch burnt to the ground and wasre-erected, but after another fire in1854 it was left in ruins. In 1912, itwas decided to keep the ruins andmaintain the churchyard for cominggenerations.

NittedalNittedal’s landscape stands apartfrom the other municipalities on theRomerike plains. Nittedal is a narrowvalley situated below and betweenforest-clad hills. The valley floor isdominated by agriculture. TheNitelva River is the spine of the valley,as it winds and falls southwards fromLake Harestuvannet on its way toØyeren. When the river is flowinglow, it even allows canoeing.

RælingenMuch of Rælingen is covered bywoods, fields and lakes. Situated bet-ween Østmarka and Lake Øyeren,everything is ready for an active out-door life. The hilly forests providegreat hiking destinations, in summeras well as winter.

SkedsmoThe rivers Nitelva, Leira and Sagelvaput their distinctive marks on thismunicipality, along with a diverse cultural environment and heritage,burial mounds, and historic infra-structure. The Nebbursvollen outdoorbathing and recreation area is situa-ted by Nitelva, providing, pools, playgrounds, waterslide and otherattractions.

SørumThis municipality, at the heart ofRomerike, is criss-crossed by therivers Leira, Rømua, Åa and Glomma.The waterways have been used bypeople since early historic time, andSørum is laden with archaeologicalfinds and burial mounds. The oppor-tunities for enjoying the outdoors areplentiful in Sørum, webbed withtrails and forest roads. Many trailsare marked for hiking, and the riversare a delight for paddlers.

Ullensaker40 km north of Oslo, Ullensaker iswell set up for outdoor life. The flatlandscape with its net of trails andforest roads is ideal for riding bikesor horses. The landscape along theravines and some lakes may also bedramatic. Romerike Landskapsvern -område is a ravine with dense broad-leaf vegetation. The largest burialmound in Scandinavia, Rakni’sMound, lies in Ullensaker. With seve-ral preserved old roads and treks,Ullensaker is still a logistic hub withmajor railways and roads, as well asOslo Airport.

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A REGION OF COMPETENCE AND DIVERSITY

Romerike is a large and compositeregion, while still within an hour’sdrive from Oslo. In spite ofRomerike’s current affiliation with theinternational airport and high-speedtrains, the region has traditionsreaching back far beyond moderntimes, and a diversity that encompas-ses way more than mass transit.

Travelling ThroughRomerike’s HistoryThe Gothic historian Jordanes descri-bed Raumanicae for the first time inAD 550. This is what today is knownas Romerike. For at least 1400 years,Rakni’s Mound has been at the cen-tre of Romerike. Little is knownabout the region before this burialmound, but natural conditions indi-cate that few people lived here befo-re that time. In the later middle ages,Romerike is likely to have been animportant thoroughfare for pilgrimsgoing from Oslo to Nidaros.

Industrial HistoryMillions of years ago, petrified oceanfloor and volcanic activity created thebedrock and minerals of Romerike.Later, rocks like gold ore, emeraldsand soapstone, and minerals likelead, zinc, copper and iron ore havebeen found here. These occurrencesfounded a thriving mining industry,which expanded to iron and glassworks, as well as gold and emeraldmines. The remains of such industriesare today open to the public all overRomerike.

Lumber HistoryAs timber became a sought-aftercommodity in Europe in the 1500s,this became Norway’s most impor-tant export, and the industry expan-ded at Romerike. The rivers doubledas logging transports and energy forsawmills. Several log-sorting facilities(lenser) was established to organisetimber floating.

Transport HistoryAs the timber industry expanded, theneed for better communicationsevolved. Norway’s first railway ope-ned between Christiania (Oslo) andEidsvoll in 1854. Further transportnorthward was by boat on LakeMjøsa, and in 1856 D/S Skibladner,today the world’s oldest paddle stea-mer in continuous use, started ope-rations. The most modern part ofRomerike’s transport history is OsloInternational Airport, which openedat Gardermoen in 1998.

War HistoryFrom the 16th to the 19th century, thepeople of Romerike got to know thechallenge of living between theNorwegian capital and the aggressiveneighbours in Sweden. Several relicsof defensive fortifications remaintoday. Blaker Skanse, the ToverudBauta, Urskog Fort, Fetsund Battery,Høgås Battery, the refugee trail andthe Trandum memorial all bear wit-ness to Romerike’s wartime history.

Trandumskogen (Trandum Woods) inUllensaker was among the first massgraves discovered in Norway afterWorld War II. 173 Norwegians, 6Britons and 15 Russians were execu-ted here. Today, a memorial marksthe site, with a text reading:

IN THE COMBAT FOR FREEDOMDURING THE 1940-1945 WAR173 NORWEGIANS 15 SOVJET-SUBJECTS AND 6 BRITONS WEREHERE IN THE WOODS OF TRAN-DUM EXECUTED BY THE ENEMY

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Cockpit Kommunikasjon AS

COCKPIT KOMMUNIKASJON, Elektroveien 2, Pb 106, N-2050 Jessheim. Tel +47 63 94 89 80 / +47 901 36 935.E-mail: event@cockpitkommunikasjon.no www.cockpitkommunikasjon.no

Do you need a break in atight seminar program? Doyou wish to combine creati-ve thinking with humorand physical activity? Ouracitivities are the perfectmatch!

We are specialized for crea-ting activities up to twohours duration - for groupsup to 300 persons. Severalof our acitivities are transla-ted and carried through inEnglish.

- "Murder", she said"...Theater-inspired activitieswith either "murder"- or "kidnapping"-theme.You must solve the "criminal plot" that hastaken place.

- Action-quiz and treasurehunt ... from quite seden-tary to activities where themost eager participantsrun!

Fjell og Fjord Konferanser

FJELL OG FJORD KONFERANSER AS, Jogstadveien 21, N-2007 Kjeller.Tel +47 63 80 65 10. E-mail: anne-lise@fjellogfjord-konferanser.nowww.fjellogfjord-konferanser.no

The short cut to a success-ful arrangement!

Fjell og Fjordkonferanser ASspecialises in arrangingcourses and conferences.We will assist you in findingthe right hotel for yourevent, as well as arrangeactivites, transport, enter-tainment and speakers.

We can provide staff forlarger events.

Kreativ K. is a supplier of products for arrangements:

KREATIV K. - Festival & Meeting Supply,Nittedalsgt. 1 A, N-2000 Lillestrøm. Tel +47 22 65 54 00.E-mail: post@kreativk.no www.kreativk.no

Conference items• Vinylholders• Necklaces and lanyards• Registration products• Promotional items

Conference serviceName badges and tokensfor conferences

Control wristbandsSpecialist of control wrist-bands – the personal ticketthat cannot be transferredto another person

Konsert items• ID-products• Control wristband• Rainponcho• Promotional items

Costumes and mascotsStandard models and speci-al production

… FOR PROFESSIONALORGANIZERS

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Akershus Museum – cultural-historical centre and museum

The former town hall inSkedsmo built in 1957 is atypical example of the func-tional architectural stylethat characterised manypublic buildings in the post-war years.

The building has now beco-me a centre for Akershushistory.

Akershus Museum centraladministration withmuseum expertise.

Local historical archives,library, workshops and skil-led staff of conservation,photographic services, exhi-bitions, public relations,archive and documentationassistance.

• Akershus Museum –Strømmen(one of 16 differentmuseum sites in Akershus)

Focus on: - Industrial history of

Strømmen - Relevant contemporary

themes

Various exhibitions, publica-tions and events reflectingdifferent perspectives onsociety, culture and lifestyle.

AKERSHUSMUSEET – Avd. Strømmen, Strømsveien 74, N-2010 Strømmen.Tel +47 63 80 69 20. E-mail: strommen@akersmus.no www.akersmus.no

Aurskog-Høland Folk Museum- Akershus Museum

Surrounded by large forestsalive with wildlife, Aurskog-Høland Folk Museum is acultural-historical centrethat visitors can enjoythroughout the summermonths:

Traditional food in historicalsurroundings: • Home-made Sunday

dinners• Freshly-baked bread from

our own wood-fire oven

Activities:• Demonstration of

traditional handicrafts• Viking market• Family days• Concerts• Open-air church services

Museum exhibitions:• School history• The use of farm horses• Finnish immigrationMuseum shop with an exciting range of goods

AURSKOG-HØLAND BYGDETUN, Bråteveien, N-1970 Hemnes. Tel +47 63 85 85 61/+47 63 85 76 15. E-mail: post@ahbygdetun.no www.akersmus.no/ahbygdetun

Eidsvoll 1814Norway is worldwide knownfor its celebrations throughoutthe nation of the ConstitutionDay on the 17th May withparades and national costu-mes. Nearly 200 years ago thereason for these spectacularcelebrations, the Constitution,was signed on the 17th May inEidsvoll Manor, and hence theEidsvoll Manor was the centreof events in the dramatic yearof 1814 – a decisive one inmodern Norwegian history.Ever since the Eidsvoll Manorhas been one of our mostfamous national symbols and

dearest national treasures. Dueto the restorations, the EidsvollManor will be closed for thepublic from 15.08.2011 until1.1.2014 with occasional gui-ded tours, when works on thehouse allows it. But in themean time our visitors centreWergelands Hus offers you toexperience the house throughfilm, treasures and paintings aswell as detailed informationfrom the house. Our exhibitionon contemporary Norwegianhistory is an engaging experi-ence and our modern cafete-ria over viewing the river is a

perfect place for a coffeebreak. In the 18th centuryambience of our museumshop you will find an unusualselection of gifts and souve-nirs. Although history hasmade Eidsvoll Manor impor-tant, the building itself is anextremely interesting place tovisit because of its architectu-re, which is quit unique inNorway. There will be evenmore to see once restorationwork is completed in time forthe bicentenary celebrations in2014!

EIDSVOLL 1814, N-2074 Eidsvoll Verk. Tel +47 63 92 22 10. E-mail: kontor@eidsvoll1814.no www.eidsvoll1814.no

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Fetsund Lenser – Akershus Museum

FETSUND LENSER, Lundveien 3, N-1900 Fetsund. Tel +47 63 88 75 50.E-mail: post@fetsundlenser.no www.fetsundlenser.no

Fetsund Lenser is a natio-nal heritage monumentlocated in beautiful sur-roundings on the banks ofthe river Glomma nearNordre Øyeren NatureReserve. Come and experi-ence our unique mix of cul-tural history and nature!

Timber-floating museumconsisting of a 2.5 km longtimber-sorting facility, 20protected buildings, smalland large boats, workshopsand historical exhibitions.

«Walk on water» on ourfloating walkways!

Nordre Øyeren NatureInformation Centre: Exciting and child-friendlyexhibitions with stuffed ani-mals, aquaria and a multi-tude of opportunities toexplore our extensive natu-ral surroundings.

A culture and nature traillinks the centre to the tim-ber-floating museum. Cafeand shops. Banquet facilities.

Galleri Festiviteten – Eidsvoll Verk

GALLERI FESTIVITETEN, Sagveien 2, N-2074 Eidsvoll Verk.Tel +47 63 95 76 00. E-mail: festivi@online.no www.mev.no

The charming house ofGalleri Festivitetn was builtin 1909, by Haaken LarpentMathiesen. Today thehouse is one of the regionsleading art galleries.Norwegian painters andartists exhibit their work inGalleri Festiviteten, and youwill find a wide range ofarts and handcrafts.The gal-lery has a small cafè, nicecoffee, cakes and smalllunches.

In 2008 Galleri Festivitetenand Stallgården was awar-ded with St.Olavs`s Rose,Norwegian Heritage`s sym-bol of quality.

Galleri Festiviteten - Stallgården

GALLERI FESTIVITETEN - STALLGÅRDEN, Sagveien 2, N-2074 Eidsvoll Verk.Tel +47 63 95 76 00. E-mail: festivi@online.no www.mev.no

In 1909 Haaken LarpentMathiesen built Stallgården.He was very interested inhorses, and he needed hisown stable close to theManor House of the family.Stallgården is open everysummer.

The collection of wagons isprobably the finest inNorway today. Most of thewagons were brought thereby Haaken Larpent

Mathiesen and comes fromthe second half of the 19thcentury. During the lastcouple of years Stallgårdenhas been restored. In oneof the old sheds we haveinstalled our collection offorestry equipment.

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Gamle Hvam Museum – Akershus Museum

An old farm with a beauti-ful country courtyard andgallery building dating from1728, depicting how lifeused to be on a big farm informer times.

• Rich, historical interiors• Workshops and offices

from the old village centre • An extensive collection of

old plants in the museumgarden

• Pigs, sheep, hens andrabbits in the farm cour-tyard during the summer.

• “The most noble of alloccupations” – the roleof agriculture in thedevelopment of society1750 – 1960.

Popular events: Fairy Tail Dayin June, the Gamle-HvamDay in August, celebration ofOlsok with sour cream por-ridge. Pre-Christmas Day inDecember. Traditional café.

GAMLE HVAM MUSEUM, Hvamsvegen, N-2165 Hvam. Tel +47 63 91 16 00.E-mail: post@gamlehvam.no www.akersmus.no/gamlehvam

Hurdal Historical Association– Akershus Museum

Hurdal Folk Museum andGarsjøen coaching inndates back to the 1700sand is located on the oldmain road to Trondheim.Large collection of historicalobjects and village photo-graphs, depicting morethan 100 years of forestand farm life.

Rognlisaga sawmillOperated by water alone,the former village sawmillproduced wooden planksfrom tree trunks. On a fewSaturdays during the sum-mer you can join a guidedtour and maybe experiencethe whining of the saw andthe smell of fresh sawdustwhile the sawing process isdemonstrated.

Fully restored water-powe-red sawmill from 1865.

HURDAL HISTORIELAGS SAMLINGER, Hurdal Bygdetun, N-2090 Hurdal.Tel +47 63 98 90 52 (Garsjøen skysstasjon), +47 63 98 74 44 (Rognlisaga).E-mail: post@akersmus.no www.akersmus.no/hurdal

Lørenskog Folk Museum – Akershus Museum

Lørenskog Folk Museum atSkårer farm is an idyllic«island» among urbanblocks and shopping cen-tres, thus reflecting thecontrasts that exist in thismunicipality close to Oslo.It is typical of the farms inLørenskog in the 1950s.

Exhibitions:• Trip Return Lørenskog –

cultures on the move• Farm work in the time of

horse-driven agriculture• Historical interior of living

room, bedroom and kitchen

• Life on Losby farm –work and play

Model of the water-drivensaw in Losby• Røykåshytta: cabin dating

from the interwar period• Varying exhibitions from

recent history

Skårer farm is a populargathering place for villagecelebrations, midsummer(St. Hans), market days,concerts etc. Traditionalhandicrafts for sale and atraditional farm café.Banquet facilities.

LØRENSKOG BYGDEMUSEUM,Løkenåsveien 29, N-1473 Lørenskog.Tel +47 46 42 96 90.E-mail: post.lorenskog@akersmus.nowww.akersmus.no/lorenskog

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Nes Collections – Akershus Museum

NES SAMLINGER, Postboks 114, N-2151 Årnes. Tel +47 95 72 45 00.E-mail: post@nessamlinger.no www.akersmus.no/nes

At Stein School – alsoknown as "The Fairy TaleSchool" – the walls anddoors are covered with ima-ginative and colourful pain-tings and proverbs. Theclassrooms were decoratedin the 1930s by famousNorwegian artists such asHenrik Sørensen andDagfinn Werenskiold. In2008 the artists Egil andSvein Nyhus decoratedanother room in co-operati-

on with the lyricist GroDahle.

Stein School was in normaluse from 1912 until 1972.The "old school" from 1852is immediately next door.

The Nes Collections alsoinclude:Auli Mill, Nes Church Ruins,Funnefoss IndustrialWorkers’ Museum andFuruseth Workers’ Farm.

Norwegian Armed Forces AircraftCollection, Gardermoen - Akershus Museum

FORSVARETS FLYSAMLING GARDERMOEN,Postboks 155, N-2061 Gardermoen. Tel +47 63 92 86 60.E-mail: office@flysamlingen.museum.nowww.flysamlingen.museum.no

The history of Norwegianmilitary aviation, during warand peace, in a beautiful,prize-winning building nearOslo Airport. More than 30aircraft dating from 1912to 2000, including somerare aircraft from early avi-ation and World War II.• Norway’s first aircraft,

“Start”

• Sit in the cockpit of a realfighter plane

• Display of uniforms,models, photographs andother exhibits

There is also an auditorium,library, souvenir shop andcafe. Groups and specialevents can be arranged onrequest.

Rælingen Folk Museum – Akershus Museum

RÆLINGEN BYGDETUN, Fjerdingby, by Rælingen church.Tel +47 63 83 51 00. E-mail: post.ralingen@akersmus.nowww.akersmus.no/ralingen/

Rælingen Folk Museum isin a beautiful location inFjerdingby, just nearRælingen Church. The sty-lish main building with theimpressive tree in front of itdates back to 1814.

The museum is in its origi-nal location in a rich andbeautiful cultural landsca-pe, with the church andØyeren river delta in thebackground.

The collections provideinformation about farm life,agriculture and local indus-try. There are several diffe-rent exhibitions during thesummer.

Market days, concerts etc.

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Skedsmo Folk Museum – Akershus Museum

Huseby has been both afarm for the poor and afarm for priests. Now it is amuseum and has a colourfulhistory to portray. «Huseby»literally means a large farmconsisting of many fine hou-ses, and the name fits well –not least with the beautifulpark that surrounds themuseum buildings. Severalold grave mounds have alsobeen found in the area.

The museum shows how

public officials, farmers andworkers lived in the 1800sand 1900s. The main buil-ding dates back to the1830s and the museum alsohas a boys’ room, farm wor-kers’ quarters, storehouse,forge etc.

The café is open onSaturdays, and at theHuseby Days (including mar-ket day) in June. Summer exhibition: Seewww.akersmus.no/skedsmo/

SKEDSMO BYGDEMUSEUM, Huseby gård,Husebyvn. 9, N-2020 Skedsmokorset. Tel +47 66 93 81 53.E-mail: kultur@skedsmo.kommune.no www.akersmus.no/skedsmo/

D/S SkibladnerThe pride of Norway`sinland, and one ofNorway`s best loved touristattractions. This preservedand restored paddle stea-mer is over 150 years oldbut continues to run atimetabled service in thesummer months. Skibladnerdraws her broad wakeacross Lake Mjøsa,Norway`s largest inlandlake, and hour`s drive northof the capital, Oslo.

Skibladner has been resto-red to her 1888 appearan-ce –giving you an authenticexperience of 19th centurysteamship travel in Norway.With her rhythmic and rela-xing paddling across thelake, as well as the tempta-tions provided by her firstclass restaurant, Skibladnerprovides a treat for all yoursenses.

D/S SKIBLADNER, Postboks 230, N-2802 Gjøvik. Tel +47 61 14 40 80.E-mail: skibladner@skibladner.no www.skibladner.no

Urskog-Hølandsbanen - ”Tertitten”Railway – Akershus Museum

Experience an old-fashio-ned train ride in coachesfrom the last century, pul-led by a coal-driven steamengine. "Tertitten" will takeyou back to the time whenthe Urskog-Hølandsbanenrailway operated along thenarrow tracks betweenSørumsand and Skulerud.

The narrow gauge rail-way was in operation from1896 until 1960, and 4 km

of the old railway is now aliving museum. The stationsat Sørumsand, Bingsfos andFossum have been recrea-ted as they once were. AtBingsfos there is an attracti-ve picnic area with a kioskthat sells simple food andcoffee.

Sit on wooden benchesin third class or treat your-self to some comfort on theplush seats in second class!

“TERTITTEN” Urskog-Hølandsbanen, N-1920 Sørumsand. Tel +47 63 86 81 50.E-mail: post@urskog-holandsbanen.no www.akersmus.no/tertitten

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Ullensaker Museum – Akershus Museum

ULLENSAKER MUSEUM, Tunvegen, N-2060 Gardermoen. Tel +47 64 82 22 52.E-mail: post@ullensakermususeum.no www.ullensakermuseum.no

The museum is locatedwest of Oslo GardermoenAirport in an area that waspreviously a military zone,and this is reflected in thepreserved buildings fromthe old military camp.

Exhibitions• The shoemaking profes-

sion. Based on localworkshops.

• “Ull’s kingdom – 10 000years of life and work inUllensaker”, including

archaeological finds fromthe area.

• The “Pine” housebelonged to the Romanipeople of Gardermoenand is decorated in itsoriginal style.

• Life at the Gardermoenmilitary camp 1700-1920.

• “Aviation takes overGardermoen – from shifting sands to mainairport”.

• Meteorological exhibition.

– Documentation centre.– Museum shop.– Cafe. – Banquet facilities.– Guided tours on request.

Nannestad Almenningene

NANNESTAD ALMENNINGENE, N-2032 Maura. Tel +47 63 93 06 10.E-mail: post@rom-alm.no www.romeriks-almenningene.no

A recreational paradise offering all kinds of outdoor activities, and all within easyaccess from Oslo.

Walking/driving tours, cucling, cross-country skiing, fishing, swimming, boating/canoeing, open cabins and small game hunting.

Holiday cabins with hunting licences.

Excursions:Gresåkervangen, Sjonken and Nordåsen

Lillestrøm Kultursenter

LILLESTRØM KULTURSENTER, Kirkegata 11, N-2000 Lillestrøm.Tel +47 64 84 55 50. E-mail: firmapost@lillestrom-kultursenter.nowww.lillestrom-kultursenter.no

The Culture Centre opened in 2007, witha total area of 7000 sqm.

Lillestrøm Kultursenter is Romerike`s largesconcert and culture arena.

200 000 visitors on a yearly basis. You canexperience both local, national and inter-national artists here.

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Lillestrøm Sportsklubb - LSKLillestrøm Footballclub– LSK – established 2nd April1917.

The oldest footballclub inthe top league in Norway.LSK`s history is proud withmany great moments tolook back on.

LSK has a professionalteam, as well as teams for amateurs and youngerplayers.

LSK home arena is Åråsen,a stadium for 12 000 people.

LILLESTRØM SPORTSKLUBB – LSK, C.J. Hansensvei 3b, N-2007 Kjeller.Tel +47 63 80 56 60. E-mail: lsk@lsk.no www.lsk.no

M/S ØyerenM/S Øyeren sails in thebeautiful natural surroun-dings of Glomma and inthe Nordre Øyeren NatureReserve. Depart fromFetsund Lense museum or Lillestrøm.

M/S Øyeren is a restaurantboat with both indoor andoutdoor seating.

We operate thefollowing trips:

Charter trips:– 3 hrs incl. food– Hourly hire,

min hire 1 ½ hr.

M/S ØYEREN. Tel +47 63 88 78 18. www.oyeren.no

Smaragdgruvene - Byrud GårdCome and prospect theworld`s most preciousgemstones – emeralds.

The only emerald mine inNorthern Europe is locatedby lake Mjøsa in Eidsvoll.

What you find you willkeep!

Sale of stones and mineralproducts.

SMARAGDGRUVENE - BYRUD GÅRD, N-2092 Minnesund. Tel +47 63 96 86 11.E-mail: post@smaragdgruvene.no www.smaragdgruvene.no

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Vikingegarden Maurenga

VIKINGEGARDEN MAURENGA, Engervegen, N-2030 Nannestad.Tel +47 900 97 761. E-mail: maurenga@online.no www.vikingegarden.no

Vikingegarden Maurenga islocated approx 2 km westof Gardermoen.

The building, interior andfood, are all based on theViking theme. Langhuset(the long house), seatingup to 80 is ideal for mee-tings, courses and functi-ons.

We can arrange activities inthe court yard and in thesurrounding country side.

Vikingegarden hostes schoolvisits, where the focus is on

learning through partici-pation.

Romerike Historical Association

ROMERIKE HISTORIELAG, Vestvollveien 54, N-2019 Skedsmokorset.Tel +47 63 87 88 90. E-mail: rohist@online.no www.romerike.historielag.no

Romerike HistoricalAssociation aims to preser-ve and disseminate the cul-ture of the region. Theassociation has a house bySkedsmo church, contai-ning a local history library,an office and several mee-ting rooms. The library andoffice is open everyThursday. The associationinitiated local communityhistory writing already in

the 1920s, and has establis-hed committees in close toall municipalities. RomerikeHistorical Association con-tributed to the design ofthe Romerike folk costumes(bunad), and has publishedfour books on local historyfrom medieval times until1850.

Blaker Skanse

BLAKER SKANSE, Skanseveien 27, N-1925 Blaker. Tel +47 63 82 74 01.E-mail: rita@blaker.no www.blakerutvikling.no

Blaker Skanse is one ofRomerike`s best preservedand less known pearls. It islocated on the top of thehill, viewing Glomma, thelargest river of Norway, andwith buildings from themiddle of 1700. BlakerSkanse was built in 1683 as a defence against attackfrom Sweden, and to pre-vent the enemies to crossthe river. From 1917 till

2003 Skansen was a placefor education of craftsmen,art teachers and designers.Today, the old fortress isused for offices, culturalcreativity, happenings, wed-dings, parties, exhibitions,meeting, courses and conferences for up till 100persons.

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Rommen Golf CentreRommen Golf Centre is ayear-round, complete gol-fing facility situated atVormsund. The 18-hole

attractive park course holdschampionship standards,and opened its first 9 holesin 1992. The facility compri-ses a large training area,with driving range, puttingand chipping greens, alongwith a 6-hole short course,at which one can play wit-hout a greencard. Two FullSwing simulators offer vir-tual play at 30 coursesworld-wide, allowing gol-fing even in winter.

Rommen Kro offers home-made dishes and catering,and the Proshop is wellstocked with quality golfingequipment. The course isidyllically situated in thecurving hills just north ofthe confluence of Vormaand Glomma.

ROMMEN GOLFSENTER, Eidsvollveien, N-2160 Vormsund.Tel +47 45 86 15 57. www.rommengolfsenter.no

MolstadLandhandleri

Trugstad GårdSituated in ancient farmgrounds, only 10 minutesfrom Oslo AirportGardermoen, you will findcharming Trugstad Gård. Incozy and traditional sur-roundings, we providemeeting facilities for smalland medium parties. AtTrugstad you will find thatthe atmosphere, the hosts

and the food makes a per-fect frame for the well-equipped conferencerooms.

Experience The Great Life atTrugstad!

TRUGSTAD GÅRD, Trugstadvegen 10, N-2034 Holter. Tel +47 63 99 58 90.E-mail: booking@trugstad.no www.trugstad.no

Molstad is located a halfhour drive north of OsloAirport Gardermoen.Our focus is set on providinggood food and friendly ser-vice, all done in a house fullof history.We can cater for up to 60people for meetings, works-hops, seminars and parties.Try us and make your nextmeeting a more memorableexperience for your guests.

MOLSTAD LANDHANDLERI, N-2090 Hurdal. Tel +47 63 98 71 00.E-mail: laila@molstadlandhandleri.nowww.hurdalinfo.no/firmaer/molstad/info.html

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Norway Trade Fair

NORGES VAREMESSE, Nesgata 3/1, N-2000 Lillestrøm. Tel +47 66 93 91 00. E-mail: nv@messe.no www.messe.no

Norway`s largest conference& exhibition centre, centrallylocated near Lillestrøm sta-tion. Direct links betweenthe hotel, conference facili-ty & centre and the modernplanning and facilities giveevents managers and exhi-bitors unique opportunities,making large and smallevents more impressive.

Visit our website for moreinformation.

Hurdal Skisenter

HURDAL SKISENTER, Steinsjøvegen, N-2090 Hurdal.Tel +47 63 92 02 00. E-mail: post@skihurdal.no www.skihurdal.no

With altogether 7 km ofslopes, Hurdal is Akershus’largest, most family-friendlyski centre. Here, you willfind well prepared slopes,suitable for beginners andmore experienced skiersalike. The Ski Centre ispopular for its relaxedatmosphere where kidsquickly feel at home. AsHurdal is a mere hour’sdrive north of Oslo, manyfamilies with smaller chil-dren can enjoy a full day inthe slopes and still gethome before bedtime.

Ski paths right from thecentre. Familiy facilities, skirentals and rest lounge.

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HaraldvangenHurdalsenteret

4 Smaragdgruvene – Byrud Gård 5 Bjerknes Bed & Breakfast6 Skibladner7 Galleri Festiviteten

StallgårdenEidsvoll 1814Nannestad Almenningene

8 LetoHallen9 Trugstad Gård

Nannestad AlmenningeneKringler Gård

10 Radisson BLU Airport HotelSchau’s Buss & Crew Transport ASOslo Lufthavn Gardermoen

11 Hersjøen Camping12 Vikingegarden Maurenga13 Norwegian Armed Forces Aircraft

Collection, GardermoenUllensaker MuseumBest Western Oslo Airport HotelClarion Hotel Oslo AirportGarder Kurs- og konferansesenter

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Blaker Skanse23 Akershusmuseet

Strømmen StorsenterSkedsmo Folk museum

24 Fjell og FjordkonferanserQuality Hotel Olavsgaard

25 Lillestrøm KultursenterLillestrøm Sportsklubb LSKNorway Trade FairKreativ KThon Hotel Lillestrøm

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Data on hiking, bike and ski trails,points of interest, swimming areas,fishing opportunities, viewpoints,accommodation, attractions andeating. The tourist map showsselected trip suggestions, but youcan as well make your own andprint your very own map beforestepping out. The map also offersinformation on some selected places.

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Best Western Oslo Airport HotellWith Oslo AirportGardermoen close by, Best Western Oslo AirportHotell is natural choicewhen organising courses,conferences, kick-offs,resepcitons, exhibitions and the like.

The hotel has 151 well-equipped modern roomsand conference section for

up to 275 persons (160 inplenum), bike rental and fit-ness centre.

There is a regular shuttlebus service from/to the air-port every 20 minutes using5 minutes to the airport (byB25 outside the arrival hall).

Welcome to Best WesternOslo Airport Hotell!

BEST WESTERN OSLO AIRPORT HOTELL, N-2060 Sør-Gardermoen.Tel +47 63 94 95 00. E-mail: service@osloairporthotell.nowww.osloairporthotell.no

Clarion Hotel Oslo AirportClarion Hotel Oslo Airportis Norway`s largest confe-rence hotel. The hotel has432 guestrooms, and atotal conference capacity ofup to 3000 people. ClarionHotel Oslo Airport is anideal business, meeting andconference hotel, as well asa popular hotel for leisuretravellers, situated only 5minutes from Oslo AirportGardermoen.

We can offer the bestlaunches, kick-offs, events,congress, banquets, exhibi-tions, meetings courses andconferences.

We look forward to assis-ting you with the success!

CLARION HOTEL OSLO AIRPORT, Sør-Gardermoen, N-2060 Gardermoen.Tel +47 63 94 94 94. E-mail: cl.oslo.airport@choice.no www.clarionosloairport.no

HaraldvangenUnique location on shoresof lake Hurdalssjøen`ssunny side. Meeting roomsfor 90 persons.

Good food served indoorsand in Sami tent.

Team-building activitiessuch as karaoke, sleightrides, dog sledging, teamgames, parasailing, water-skiing etc.

HARALDVANGEN, Østsidevegen, N-2090 Hurdal. Tel +47 63 98 81 00.E-mail: post@haraldvangen.no www.haraldvangen.no

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Hammeren Gård

HAMMEREN GÅRD HYTTEUTLEIE, Hammeren, N-1923 Sørum.Tel +47 63 82 41 51. E-mail: smikkels@online.no www.hammeren.com

Hammeren farm is located inSørum, 40 km east of Oslo.The farm is set in peacefulsurroundings on the riversGlomma and Rauma. 3 cot-tages and a house for hirefor private persons or com-panies seeking alternativeaccommodation with goodconnections to Oslo or Oslo

Airport Gardermoen.The cottages have a nice

view of the rivers and allhave road access.

Hersjøen Camping

HERSJØEN CAMPING, N-2054 Mogreina. Tel +47 63 97 60 36.E-mail: post@hersjøencamping.no www.hersjoencamping.no

Well established camp sidewith cabins to rent. Crystalclear water for bathing andpeaceful surroundings.

Good sanitary facilities.Separate play- and activityarea for children.

The camp side is located 50km north of Oslo and 12

km from Oslo AirportGardermoen.

Nes Villmarksforum

NES VILLMARKSFORUM, N-2150 Årnes. Tel +47 40 00 23 30.E-mail: post@villmarksforum.no www.villmarksforum.no

Complete outback camp infantastic nature. The perfectlocation for teambuilding,leadership courses, kick-offs,courses, conferences, corpo-rate events, weddings. Wealso offer accommodationwith modern standard.Hold your next function inthe right surroundings!

Garder kurs- og konferansesenter

GARDER KURS- OG KONFERANSESENTER, N-2060 Gardermoen.Tel +47 63 99 63 00. E-mail: booking@garder-kurs.nowww.garder-kurs.no

Garder Course andConference Centre is theideal place for small tomedium size seminars, wor-king meetings and courses.

Our homely atmosphere,first-class kitchen and fri-

endly staff, all help to makeus a viable alternative tothe larger hotels.

With us you always feel athome.

Welcome!

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Hurdalsenteret Kurs og KonferanseWe offer a different mee-ting and conference experi-ence by Hurdal lake inAkershus, only one hourfrom Oslo and 30 minutesfrom Oslo AirportGardermoen.

Hurdalsenteret, witch hashotel standard, is located incharming surroundings.

We offer activites suitablefor all kinds of meetingsand conferences.

Hurdalsenteret has its ownbeach, electronic shootingrange, bivouacs, lavvo andplenty of skiing- and biketracks nearby.

HURDALSENTERET KURS OG KONFERANSE,Østsidevegen, N-2090 Hurdal. Tel +47 63 98 80 00.E-mail: booking-hurdal@blindeforbundet.no www.hurdalsenteret.no

Høland GaardsmotellHøland Gaardsmotell com-bines a cosy atmospherewith low rates. All roomshave en suite bathrooms.Here, you can relax andenjoy country living. Themotel is in Aurskog-Høland,45 minutes from Oslo, 30minutes from Lillestrøm and60 minutes from OsloAirport. Our mini-bus canpick you up! The area

offers may activities, withor without guide: wetlandssafari, studying migratingbirds, forest trips, capercail-lie and black grouse lek,moose safari, bike rides, fis-hing, paddling. Why notbring the family to thecountry? Our aim is thatyou enjoy yourself. Freeparking.

HØLAND GAARDSMOTELL. Tel +47 63 85 05 55/ +47 988 66 333.E-mail: tom.rolfson@re-to.as www.gaardsmotell.no

Kjærnsmo GaardKjærnsmo is a large farmestate with roots datingback to the early Iron Age.The farm is situated in themunicipality of Nes, 40minutes from Oslo AirportGardermoen and 45 minu-tes from Oslo city centre.

With its beautiful location,Kjærnsmo is an ideal venuefor both private functions

such as weddings and anni-versaries and for businessfunctions such as meetings,company dinners and smal-ler seminars.

Our chefs prepare highquality food and can offer athree or four course dinnermenu, buffets, tapas andlunch menus. Welcome toKjærnsmo Gaard!

KJÆRNSMO GAARD, N-1929 Auli. Tel +47 90 81 59 64.E-mail: post@kjaernsmogaard.no www.kjaernsmogaard.no

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LetohallenLetohallen – GardermoenExhibition and ConferenceCentre is an excellent arenafor trade fairs, exhibitions,banquets, conventions,conferences and events.We can offer 101 modernguestrooms, and the hall is

conveniently and centrallysituated just north of OsloAirport Gardermoen. A fle-xible venue that can offerconferences for groupsfrom 20 to 5800 persons.

LETOHALLEN – Gardermoen messe- og konferansesenter, N-2072 Dal.Tel +47 63 95 91 00. E-mail: firmapost@letohallen.no www.letohallen.no

Losby Gods

LOSBY GODS, Losby veien 270, N-1475 Finstadjordet. Tel +47 67 92 33 00.E-mail: reservations@losbygods.no www.losbygods.no

Set in an area of naturalbeauty offering a broadvariety of outdoor activitiesand recreation. The manor`smain attraction is the golfcourse, driving range andtennis courts.

Losby`s history stems fromthe mid 19th century totoday`s modern hotel expe-rience.

Losby Gods is just 20 minu-tes from the centre of Osloand 30 minutes from OsloAirport Gardermoen. Thehotel has 70 rooms, functi-on rooms, a bar, an indoorgolf centre and a variety ofmeeting facilities of diffe-rent sizes.

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Quality Airport Hotel GardermoenNew opportunity!

Quality Airport HotelGardermoen has 36modern, flexible meetingrooms of various capacity,as well as 326 guest rooms.

The ideal venue for boardmeetings, conferences,kick-offs and the like.

Take the opportunity togive us a try!

QUALITY AIRPORT HOTEL GARDERMOEN,Jessheim Nord, N-2050 Jessheim. Tel +47 63 92 61 00.E-mail: q.gardermoen@choice.no www.choicehotels.no

Quality Hotel OlavsgaardLocated in rural surroun-dings just 20 minutes fromthe centre of Oslo and 25minutes from Oslo AirportGardermoen.

We have large, peasantrooms. Fine meals in ourrestaurant. We have mee-ting and corporate facilitiesfor every occasion.

Playroom and surprises forchildren and children`smenu in the restaurant.

Welcome to the hotel ofpossibilities!

QUALITY HOTEL OLAVSGAARD, Hvamstubben 11, N-2013 Skjetten.Tel +47 63 84 77 00. E-mail: booking@olavsgaard.no www.olavsgaard.no

Radisson Blu Airport HotelSleep, eat and check inn!

Get the most comfortablestart for your trip directly atthe airport. The hotel issituated only 100 meterswalking distance from thecheck inn counter, bus andrailway station. Here youwill find 500 delicate roomsin different styles. All roomshave view over the airportarea.

The hotel also offers a largeconference departmentwith 31 meeting rooms,which can accommodateup to 1000 people at thesame time.The biggest meeting roomaccommodate up to 360delegates.

We also have a businesscentre, fitness centre, golfsimulator, solarium, bar andrestaurant.

RADISSON BLU AIRPORT HOTEL, Hotellvegen, N-2061 Gardermoen. Tel +47 63 93 30 00.E-mail: Guest.airport.oslo@radissonsas.com www.radissonblu.no/hotell-gardermoen

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Rica Hotell Gardermoen

RICA HOTELL GARDERMOEN,Gardermoen Næringspark, N-2050 Jessheim. Tel +47 63 92 66 00.E-mail: www.rica.no/hotelgardermoen

A central, practical andreasonable meeting place.It is only 7 minutes fromthe airport by car or bus,easily accessible from theE6 motorway. The hoteloffers parking outside thehotel, and there is a shuttlebus between the hotel andthe airport.

Rica Hotel Gardermoen is afull-service hotel, taking

into account the need forcomfort for both familieswith children and businesstravellers. The hotel offersflexible conference servicewith capacity up to 150persons. The meeting-rooms are bright and fullyventilated. All 135 roomsand 8 meeting-rooms havewireless broadband internetaccess.

Smedstad GårdLocated in attractive andvaried countryside

We can offer a farmsteadwith a living environment,atmosphere and tradition.In our guest lounge wehave facilities for courses,meetings, parties anddinner groups.

Traditional home-madeNorwegian. Welcome!

Bjerknes Bed & Breakfast

BJERKNES BED & BREAKFAST, Bjerknes Gård, N-2092 Minnesund.Tel +47 63 96 80 20. E-mail: jon@wenger.no www.bjerknes-bb.no

Bjerknes farm lies atMinnesund, in the upperend of Vorma River, framedby lush nature with forestsand fields. The farm offersfarm tourism and accom-modation alongside traditi-onal farming. Here, you canrelax and enjoy nature pea-cefully, while staying closeto a wide range of activitiesand culture. The comfor-

table mansion is built morethan 200 years ago. Thereis a common TV loungeand a kitchen for self cate-ring. If you enjoy the out-doors, there are opportuni-ties for swimming alongMjøsa and Vorma. And forfishing, boats can be ren-ted.

SMEDSTAD GÅRD, N-2022 Gjerdrum. Tel +47 63 99 10 90.E-mail: smedstad.gaard@online.no www.smedstadgaard.no

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Thon Hotel LillestrømThon Hotel Lillestrøm is acharming hotel, centrallylocated in Lillestrøm. Thehotel is in 10 minutes wal-king distance to the exhibiti-on hall, Norges Varemesse,and only a 11 minute trainride from Oslo City Centreand Oslo GardermoenAirport. Thon Hotel Lille strømis a pleasant city centre hotelfor both holiday- and busi-ness trips. Close to shoppingfacilities, nightlife and restau-rants in Lillestrøm centre. We

work together with FossEvent and can offer customi-zed experience packages and Christmas parties.

On the first floor of thehotel you can find EgonRestaurant, which can offer a wide-ranging menu withappetizers, pizza, hambur-gers, steak dishes, salmonand other fish dishes. Egonserves breakfast, lunch anddinner. Free wireless internetaccess is available throughoutthe hotel.

THON HOTEL LILLESTRØM, Storgaten 25, N-2001 Lillestrøm.Tel +47 66 93 63 30. www.thonhotels.no/lillestrom

Thon Hotel Oslo AirportThe hotel opened October1st 2007 and is a modernconference and businesshotel with 435 rooms inclu-ding junior suits and 6 sui-tes. 2 restaurants, 2 bars,congress-hall, 1050m2exhibition/event hall andmeeting rooms.

The hotel can tailor arran-gements to suit your needsfor 2 to 800 guests.

Only 5 minutes from OsloAirport Gardermoen.Shuttle bus service from/tothe airport and good par-king facilities.

THON HOTEL OSLO AIRPORT, Balder Allé 2, N-2065 Gardermoen.Tel +47 63 92 94 00. E-mail: osloairport@thonhotels.nowww.thonhotels.no/osloairport

Thon Hotel TriadenOne of the leading businessand conference hotels inthe region. 147 well-equip-ped rooms and suites, finefood and light, airy meetingrooms for 2-400 persons.The hotel is just 10 minutesfrom the centre of Oslodirections Oslo AirportGardermoen. Close toNorges Varemesse/theTrade Fair Centre.

Free shuttle bus transfereback and forth to the TradeFair Centre and Lillestrømtrain station.

The complex also housesshops, gym, cultural centre,cinemas, art gallery etc.

THON HOTEL TRIADEN, Gamleveien 88, N-1476 Rasta. Tel +47 66 10 97 00.E-mail: triaden@thonhotels.no www.thonhotels.no/triaden

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Thon Hotel Gardermoen

THON HOTEL GARDERMOEN, Balder Allé 22, N-2050 Jessheim.Tel +47 64 00 45 00. E-mail: gardermoen@thonhotels.nowww.thonhotels.no/gardermoen

Located within only 6 kmof Oslo AirportGardermoen, Thon HotelGardermoen is an idealoption for all travellers. Weoffer you comfort and ser-vice in a modern atmos-phere. Out of our 260 spa-cious rooms, 100 of themare family rooms with fourbeds.

Perfect for families withchildren, or friends travel-ling together. Time Parkoffers both short- and long-term parking at low rates.Airport shuttle to and fromthe airport.

Raumergården

RAUMERGÅRDEN, Postboks 14, N-2024 Gjerdrum. Tel +47 63 93 80 00.E-mail: booking@raumergarden.no www.raumergarden.no

Welcome to a small, friend-ly hotel where food andwine take centre stage. Weare twinned with the hotelLe Pavillion de Saint-Aubinin Bordeaux and travelthere several times a yearfor inspiration, to the greatbenefit of our customers.

Its central location nearboth Oslo AirportGardermoen and Oslo,means Raumergården isbecoming an increasinglypopular venue for meetingsand functions.

Kringler Gjestegård

KRINGLER GÅRD, Åsveien 775, N-2032 Maura. Tel +47 63 99 37 00.E-mail: post@kringler.no www.kringler.no

Kringler farm dated from1640 is located in Nanne -stad, only 15 minutes fromOslo Airport Gardermoen.At Kringler we have a varie-ty of meeting- and confe-rence facilities in the Barnand in Bryggerhuset. TheBarn provides a lot of lightand space and can accom-modate up to 90 guests. Inaddition to meetings andconferences we can arran-ge all kinds of social events

and a wide range of in-and outdoor activities.The food at Kringler is ourpride. Our chef prepareshome cocked food withhigh quality ingredients,oftenlocallyproduced.We canaccom-modateup to 49guests.

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118 shops, cafees and events - all inthe same shoppingcenter. Childrenlove the mall`s play facilities.

Pleasant cafees and restaurants.Safe, monitored streets. Nice newcarpark.

This mall has it all!

Schau´s Buss

Schau´s Buss AS, N-1540 Vestby. Tel +47 64 95 61 61. Fax +47 64 95 19 56.E-mail: info@schaus.no www.schaus.no

We take care of all your coachtravel needs and organize travelaccording to customers’ require-ments.

Qualified drivers in thirty modern,high quality vehicles, 16-83 seats. Schaus has an international ISO

accreditation which mean that weoffer quality, safety and flexibilityat a good standard as well asoffer competitive prices.

Schau´s can also offer our servicesout of Gardermoen.

STRØMMEN STORSENTER, Støperiveien 5, N-2010 Strømmen. Tel +47 63 80 58 00.E-mail: informasjonen@strommenstorsenter.no www.strommenstorsenter.no

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Accommodation combined with fis-hing, cycling, rambling or bird-wat-ching. You can choose between stay-ing at a house or a cottage at thefarmyard, in the forest, by the river orby the lake.

Explore our nice and friendly cultu-ral landscape with all the lakes andrivers; heritages and small villages -quietness and silence nearby Oslo.

You can stay at the same housedoing different activities for severaldays or you can cycle from farm tofarm with luggage-transport andtour-descriptions.

Accommodation with fishing:www.fiskeland.noAccommodation with other activities:www.bopalandet.no

Utmarksavdelingen Akershus/Østfold, Storgata 11, 2050 Jessheim.e-mail: turid.rikheim@havass.skog.no. Tlph.: +47 913 96 637.

Scores of forest roads and paths inthe Romerike Hills, Østmarka andother woodlands are perfect forenjoying Romerike’s natural splen-dour from the seat of a bike.Country roads are a nice alternative,too, allowing you to combine thebike ride with a visit to one of themany cultural attractions. There aremany pre-marked bicycle treks avai-lable. National bike route no 7 pas-ses through Romerike as part of theNorwegian national bike route net-work, and is marked betweenLørenskog and Minnesund.

For centuries, Romerike has beencharacterised by important tho-roughfares, and the oldest road sys-tems date back to pre-historic times.The roads went where it was practi-cal and functional; on ridges withdry, easily traversable ground, cros-sing rivers and lakes where onecould swim or be ferried across. Bike

routes follow the lush cultural land -scape in the most populated areas,and follow in part the old tracks.

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At Kløfta station, turn east throughthe railway underpass, and followKongsvingerveien until you join thepilgrim trail at Galgehaugen (the gal-low’s hill). Turn north along the pile-grim trail. After one kilometre walkyou are aproaching Ullensakerchurch. The earliest recorded churchat this place was built during the 12th

century. The stone church was dedi-cated to the Norwegian patron saintOlav Haraldsson († 1030) and St.John the Baptist. After a mudslidedestroyed the church in the 15th cen-truy, a wooden stave church waserected in its place. This structurewas replaced in 1768 with a larger,corner-timbered church that surviveduntil a fire in 1952. The presentchurch is designed by the famousNorwegian architecht ArnsteinArneberg. Arneberg included con-struction elements of the three earli-er churches in the building. Theseappear in the silhuet of the church atdifferent angles. A statue of thearchaengle Michael can be seenabove the door.

Acording to Snorri Sturlasson,Chritisanity was introduced in theseparts of Romerike after the battle ofNitelva, c. 1020, where OlavHaraldson conquered the localRaumar. Several churches atRomerike are dedicated to St. Olav.

The pilegrim trail continous northfrom Ullensaker church, until youcross the highway and railway-lineand approach the farm of Ullern(approximately 2.5 kilometers). Inbygone years, Ullern functioned as amain-road coach station. The trailfollows Kjerkevegen through theunderpass and left (due south-west),then turns right at Asperveien.

From this point the trail followsone of the oldes known routes bet-ween Oslo and Nidaros. The walkgoes through a varied terrain ofploughed fields and woodland.

After 2 kilometres you approachthe farm of Børke. Several rich grav-finds from the first centuries AD havebeen made in the area. Up ahead liesHovin church. The place-name Hovinsuggests the presence of an ancientpower centre and a focal point forpre-Christian cult. You are now atthe heart of the early medievalRomerike, the petty-kingdom (riki-)of the Raumar. After conversion toChristianity, a church was erectedhere. The present church is a corner-timbered cross-chuch, dedicated in1695. The Hovin farm was one ofthe largest landed properties atRomerike during the middle ages.The majority of the land was inchurch possesion.

Continue along the road past theschool and turn right onLjøgotvegen; literally “the publicroad”. Further ahead lies one of themost impressive monuments of 6thcentury Northern Europe;Raknehaugen (Rakni’s mound). The15 meter tall barrow is constructedfrom sand, earth and 75,000 lengthsof timber. Probably, the building ofthe monumnet took the concertedefford of 500 people over 6 months.

You have a good view of thelandscape from the top of themound. A levelled cemetary of smal-ler viking age mounds have been

Om Raknehaugen: http://akershus.kulturnett.no/historie/raknehaugen/index.html

A day-trip through the Medieval landscapeJoin the pilgrim trail for a day through the cultural landscape of Ullensaker.Close to Oslo and Gardermoen international airport, yet within a beautiful agricultural landscape, visiting one of the most spectacular Early Medievalmonuments of Northern Europe. Start the trip by half an hours train journeyfrom Oslo to Kløfta station.

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Bronze Age and Iron Age CairnsAcross Haneborgåsen in Lørenskog, a system of 12 burial cairns, dating to theLate Bronze Age and Iron Age (c. BC 1000 – AD), are located. A visit to thecairns offers a nice walk along the crest of the hill.

From around 2000 BC, the increasedextraction and use of copper andcopper-alloys forged large exchange-networks across Europe andLevantine areas. Bronze used for per-sonal objects, weapons and items ofsymbolic or ritual importance had tobe imported to Scandinavia.Scandinavian wool, furs and amberwere on the other hand highly pricedcommodities further south. Attemptsto control surplus production andexchange led to the emergence ofsocial elites. The Bronze Age monu-ments at Haneborgåsen are mostlikely the direct result of this socialdevelopment. Several of the monu-ments have been reconstructed inresent years.

During the Late Bronze Age, burialcairns were common. The graves areoften located on hilltops or close toland- or sea routes, with good over-view of the landscape. Some of the

cairns have central stone chamberswhere the deceased were laid torest. The same cairn can compriseseveral subsequent burials.

The burial-customs varied signifi-cantly across the millennium. Largecairns were probably grave markersfor persons of social importance, butcould also signify the land rights of aparticular social group.

The burial-ritual itself was used bythe living to emphasise their powerand social position. The graves couldcontain personal jewellery, toiletteriesor weapons, all carefully selected.Some graves also contain carvedslabs with symbolic imagery. Socialstatus, gender, profession andchanging belief-systems are likely tohave affected the selection of grave-goods and the burial rite. Often, littleis preserved. However human crema-ted bones were found in one of thecairns at Hanborgåsen.

documneted on the west side of thebarrow. This was also the site of aprincely hall building, the size of pre-sent barn. East of the barrow, twosmall mounds are still preserved ofthe cemetary this side.

It is possbile to enjoy one’s lunchat Raknehaugen or a swim a swim inthe neighbouring Lake Ljøgottjern.This is one of a number of glacialcettle lakes in the area and a naturalreserve. The trail continous to thefarmstead of Haug (hillock) through

a marked depression in the landsca-pe that has been created by travellersover the centuries. At the farmyardthe pilgrim trail turns left (north)along the majestic birch alley.Instead, you continue straight ahead,eventually down hill and through anunderpass. Follow the ancient foot-path Gropavegen, onto Gardermo -vegen. Ahead is the centre of Jess -heim. You can follow Storgata (themain street) to the railway station.

Practical informationAccess by train Oslo – Kløfta. Walking distance: Approx. 30 km (A shorter walkis possible by using bus no. 853 from Kløfta bus station to Aspervegen)Return from Jesseim by train: Travle info: http://reiseplanlegger.trafikanten.no/en

Map sites: http://kartinakershus.akershus-fk.no/Turkart/

http://www.pilegrim.info/en/ Romeriksleden map 3 – 4

On Rakni’s mound:http://akershus.kulturnett.no/historie/raknehaugen/index_english.html

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Nordbytjernet. (Photo: rb.no)

These are some:

• Stordammen in Nannestad. Exit from Åsvegen

• Lima strand, southernHurdalssjøen. Exit from rv 120 in Nannestad

• Tangen, at the intersection of rv 170 og 21 by Setten. Great for children, kiosk, toilets.

• Skulerud, by Skulerudsjøen. Exit from rv 125. Small boat harbour, toilets.

• Nebursvollen Friluftsbad,Lillestrøm. Family friendly bath andpool area with large park areas.

• Åsand. Shallow, large park andpicnic area. Playground, toilets.Exit from rv 180 before Hurdal Torg.

• Gansvika. Exit from rv 22 south ofFetsund. Small boat harbour, kiosk,cafeteria, toilets.

• Heiavannet. Exit from rv 170 between Fetsund and Aurskog.Toilets.

• Nordbytjernet. Exit north ofJessheim centre.

• Ljøgodttjern. Exit from rv 174, by Rakni’s Mound.

• Rødvika. Swimming area atHurdalsjøen, exit from rv 180.Small boat harbour, toilets.

• Årnesstranda. By western Mjøsa at Feiring. Small boat harbour, toilets.

Places for swimming and outdoor areasThe many rivers and lakes at Romerike offer several places to swim.

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Romerike offers diverse culturalevents; from museums, churches,galleries, crafts and design, to cinema, theatre and festivals.

Several galleries exhibit works bylocal or international artists. Craftshave always been important to localculture, and have been carried downthrough generations. Today,Romerike’s volunteer organisationswork to preserve these traditionsaccording to local historical traditi-ons, and several small outlets havebeen established.

FestivalsThroughout the year, several festivalsare held in Romerike. Keep an eyeon www.visitromerike.no

Culture

Galleri Vinkelen, Fetsund.

Vinkelen Galleri og VerkstedIn beautiful surroundings betweenFetsund Lenser and the NatureInformation Centre lies VinkelenGallery and Workshop, in a smallhouse behind the flood marker. Thegallery exhibits glass art, jewelleryand a selection of silk paintings andcards. The open workshop designsand produces unique jewellery, takesorders, and re-melts gold and silver.

Opening Hours:Thursday 1100-1800Friday 1100-1800Saturday 1100-1600Sunday 1200-1600

VINKELEN GALLERI OG VERKSTED,Lenseveien 23, N-1900 Fetsundwww.vinkelen.no

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Utmarksavdelingen for Akershusog ØstfoldStorgata 112050 Jessheim Tlf. 913 96637www.utmarksavdelingen.no

SkiforeningenKongeveien 50787 OsloTel. 22 92 32 00. Faks 22 92 32 50www.skiforeningen.no

DNT Oslo og omegnBoks 7 Sentrum0101 OsloTel. 22 82 28 00www.dntoslo.no

Pilegrim trailOslo DomkirkePilegrimssenter Oslo,Karl Johans gate 11,0154 Oslo

Øvre Romerike Utvikling (ØRU)Upper Romerike Development is the coope-ration network for the six municipalities atUpper Romerike: Eidsvoll, Gjerdrum, Hurdal,Nannestad, Nes and Ullensaker.

Sør-Gardermoen kultur- og næringspark2060 Gardermoen Tel. +47 64 82 22 60 Fax +47 64 82 22 64www.oru.no

Samarbeidsrådet for Nedre Romerike(SNR)The Cooperation Council for Lower Romerikeis the cooperation network for the municipa-lities at lower Romerike Aurskog-Høland, Fet,Lørenskog, Nittedal, Rælingen, Skedsmo andSørum, while Oslo and Enebakk have observerstatus.

Gunnar Randers vei 24Postboks 1622027 KjellerTel. +47 46 47 25 11www.snr.no

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