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Hønefoss

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About Hønefoss

Hønefoss sits on the route: 20 minutes from Vik, 39km from Akershus Fortress.

Hønefoss is a town located in Norway. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Hønefoss sits in Norway, where you drive on the right. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hønefoss to your route.

About Hønefoss

Hønefoss is a town and the administrative center of the municipality of Ringerike in Buskerud county, Norway. Hønefoss is an industrial center of inner Østlandet, containing several factories and other industry. As of 1 January 2022, Hønefoss had 16,547 inhabitants. Between 1852 and 1964, the town was an independent

Read more municipality. Hønefoss received town status and was separated from Norderhov into its own municipality in 1852. The town was built around the Hønefossen waterfall, from which the city derives its name. In 1964, Hønefoss ceased being a separate municipality and became part of Ringerike, where the town became its administrative center. Hønefoss is a natural trading center for the populations of Ringerike, Hole, and Jevnaker. It is an inland town and a central hub in eastern Norway.

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Where is Hønefoss located?

Hønefoss is located in Norway, Europe. The coordinates are 60.1680 latitude, 10.2565 longitude.

What is the population of Hønefoss?

Hønefoss has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in Norway.

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Quick Information

Population
0
Continent
Europe
Country
Norway
Timezone
Coordinates
60.1680, 10.2565

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Norway

Police
112
Ambulance
113
Fire
110
Driving side
right

Many toll roads use automatic plate recognition (AutoPASS). Headlights required at all times.

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Worth the detour from Hønefoss

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Vigeland Sculpture Park, Oslo

The world's largest sculpture park by a single artist, featuring 212 bronze and granite works by Gustav Vigeland depicting the human condition.

36 km · about 40 min drive

castle

Akershus Fortress

A medieval castle and fortress on the harbor of Oslo, built to protect the city and later used as a royal residence.

39 km · about 45 min drive

museum

MUNCH Museum

A striking waterfront tower dedicated to Edvard Munch's art, housing The Scream and thousands of his other works.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Oslo Opera House

Striking contemporary building with a sloping white marble roof that visitors can walk on, right on the Oslo waterfront.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

TusenFryd

Norway's largest amusement park south of Oslo offering thrill rides, family attractions, and a waterpark.

52 km · about 60 min drive

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Hønefoss.

Vik

🇳🇴 Norway

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Jevnaker

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Vikersund

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27 km awayPop. 3,232

Skui

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29 km awayPop. 3,487

Jaren

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30 km awayPop. 4,848

Sandvika

🇳🇴 Norway

34 km away

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