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Aurskog-Høland is Norway’s inland escape — a sprawling forested municipality in Viken county where moose outnumber people and lakes sparkle like scattered coins. With over 18,000 residents and six distinct villages (including Bjørkelangen, Aurskog, and Setskog), this is the largest forest and agricultural municipality in the region. It’s a place of deep nature, rich history, and a community spirit so strong they build sports halls on pure volunteer power.
Top Attractions
- Alpakka Gård – meet alpacas, donkeys & rabbits
- Aur Prestegård – heritage site from 1703
- Setskog Landhandelmuseum – historic general store
- Sootkanalen – historic canal & locks
- Tertitten – vintage steam train rides
Unique Experiences
- Sawmill and timber‑heritage workshop in Bjørkelangen – Hands‑on sessions at a local historic sawmill where you learn traditional sawing, timber joinery, and the region’s woodcraft techniques specific to Aurskog‑Høland.
- Høland peatland turf‑cutting demonstration – Observe and try the traditional turf‑cutting and peat‑drying methods once vital to the Høland area, with local guides explaining the ecology and cultural history.
- Bygdehus folk‑dance and spelemann evening in Bjørkelangen – Join a community night of Østland folk music, live fiddlers, and traditional dances that reflect Aurskog‑Høland’s living cultural scene.
- Traditional gate and fence carpentry workshop – Learn to craft classic Østfold/Romerike wooden gates and picket fences using local timber and historic joinery styles preserved by Aurskog‑Høland artisans.
- Aurskog‑Høland dialect storytelling and oral‑history evening – Attend a curated night of local storytellers and elders sharing region‑specific tales, dialect readings, and community memories unique to Aurskog‑Høland.
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Where to Eat
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Getting There
Aurskog-Høland is about 60 minutes east of Oslo by car. The nearest train station is in Lillestrøm, with bus connections to Bjørkelangen and Aurskog. The area is ideal for cycling, paddling, and hiking — especially around the Halden Canal and the “thousand lakes” landscape.