Røros Museum Olav’s Mine

Type:Sightseeing

Gruvveien 612, 7374, Røros

Tel: +47 72 40 61 70

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About

Join us for an hour’s walk through 300 years of mining history. The guided tour takes you through the Nyberget mine dating from the 17th century and the Olav’s Mine from the 20th century, descending 50 metres below ground and 500 m into the mountain before reaching the massive Miner’s Hall. Sound effects and lighting add to the authentic feel. Remember to wear warm clothes and solid footwear!

The museum houses exhibitions about the mining community and the geology of the region.

Museum shop. Café during the summer season (1.07. – 6.08: 12-17). Guided tours daily in the summer season, Thursdays and Saturdays during winter, offered in English and Norwegian. See the times for the guided tours under "Time".

During the winter season: Reservations by 12.00 on the day of the tour to:...Read More

About

Join us for an hour’s walk through 300 years of mining history. The guided tour takes you through the Nyberget mine dating from the 17th century and the Olav’s Mine from the 20th century, descending 50 metres below ground and 500 m into the mountain before reaching the massive Miner’s Hall. Sound effects and lighting add to the authentic feel. Remember to wear warm clothes and solid footwear!

The museum houses exhibitions about the mining community and the geology of the region.

Museum shop. Café during the summer season (1.07. – 6.08: 12-17). Guided tours daily in the summer season, Thursdays and Saturdays during winter, offered in English and Norwegian. See the times for the guided tours under "Time".

During the winter season: Reservations by 12.00 on the day of the tour to: Røros Museum (+ 47 72 40 61 70).

Free access for children under the age of 16 when accompanied by an adult. Not valid for group bookings. 

The Olavsmine is about 13 km from the center of Røros. No comertial transportation. 

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
AdultsNOK220.00 tickets
Senior/StudentNOK200.00 tickets
With adultsFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Facilities

Activities

  • guide
  • Guided tour

Food and drinks

  • summer café

General facilities

  • suitable for children

Museums, Galleries and crafts

  • exhibition
  • geology
  • guided tour by appointment
  • guided tour during opening hours
  • museum shop
  • permanent exhibitions

Package tours

  • sightseeing

Map

Awards

Røros Museum Olav’s Mine has obtained certification for their environmental efforts by:

  • Klassifisering World Heritage

Opening Times

Season 1 Jan 2025 - 31 May 2025
DayTimes
Monday - WednesdayClosed
Thursday15:00 - 16:30
FridayClosed
Saturday15:00 - 16:30
Season 1 June 2025 - 19 June 2025
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday15:00 - 16:30
Season 20 June 2025 - 15 Aug 2025
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 11:30
12:00 - 13:30
14:00 - 15:30
16:00 - 17:30
Season 16 Aug 2025 - 10 Sept 2025
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday15:00 - 16:30
Season 11 Sept 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
DayTimes
Monday - WednesdayClosed
Thursday15:00 - 16:30
FridayClosed
Saturday15:00 - 16:30
SundayClosed

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Contact info

Peder Hiorts gate 2

NO-7374 Roros

Norway

Phone: +47 72 41 0000

Email: post@rorosinfo.com

Org.nr. 930 710 652

Roros Tourist Office (+ summer openings)

Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 16:00 (10:00 - 17:00)

Saturday: 10:00 - 14:30 (10:00 - 16:00)

Sunday: Closed (10:00 - 16:00)