Vrådal

Travel Guide

Vrådal

A gem in the heart of Telemark with spectacular nature for everyone, all year round.

A visit to Vrådal offers fun on the slopes, beautiful lakes, islands and magnificent mountain ranges. The youngsters can be sent off to the skate park while you practise your golf. There are several marked trails to embark upon. Why not bring a bucket and forage for berries or mushrooms in autumn?

The village is situated in the municipality of Kviteseid in Telemark, near the lakes Nisser and Vråvatn. The main industry is based around tourism and the first hotel opened in 1864. The famous Telemarkskanalen canal is just a stone’s throw away and you can follow the waterway through separate locks between Nisser and Vråvatn.

If you visit Vrådal during winter, Vrådal Panorama Skisenter with slopes of all difficulties as well as several cross country trails is one of the biggest draws. In summer, you can take a trip on the historic boat M/S Fram, which makes scheduled journeys on the lakes. A visit to Vrådal Slusemuseum is highly recommended for rainy days. At the Silversmith Centre, you can see how the silverware for the traditional Telemark Bunad dress is made.

If you want to see more of the nature in the area there are several marked walks to choose from. Visits to the Venelifjell and Hægefjell mountains are popular and several of the local peaks extend more than 3,200 feet above sea level and offer fantastic views. The white and shallow beaches at Nisser are also favourites in the area, especially for those with small children.

It is most practical to travel to Vrådal by car as you can choose your own route and pace. From Oslo, the drive is just over 125 miles and from Stavanger it is about 161 miles. There are no trains to Vrådal but it is possible to arrive there by bus.

Most choose to visit for a whole week but it is perfectly possible to take a weekend trip. Regardless of the duration, Vrådal will provide you with fond memories to last a lifetime.

Straand Hotel

Straand Hotel

3 out of 5
Kviteseidvegen 1698, Vradal, Kviteseid, Telemark
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Kviteseid. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Straand Sommerland and Samvirke Gallery ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (640 reviews)
"Beautiful setting with friendly staff."

Reviewed on 25 May, 2024

Straand Hotel
Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller

Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller

4 out of 5
Haugivegen 4, Kviteseid
The price is S$260 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
S$260
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kviteseid. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Norwegian Ski Museum is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (367 reviews)
Friendly and accommodating.
"Amazingly friendly and helpful staff. The bathrooms are recently updated, but the rooms are a bit dated. Bed was comfortable and clean. I would definitely book again. The location is gorgeous and was perfect for me."

Reviewed on 3 Aug, 2024

Morgedal Hotell - Unike Hoteller
Dalen Hotel

Dalen Hotel

5 out of 5
Hotellvegen 33, Tokke
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$411 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$411
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dalen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Soria Moria Sauna and Dalen Marina are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Cozy old style hotel. Delicious breakfast with good service and lots to choose from of local products."

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2025

Dalen Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sanda Camping

Sanda Camping

3 out of 5
915 Seljordvegen, Midt-Telemark, Telemark
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Midt-Telemark. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Telnessanden and Gygrestolen are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (21 reviews)
Fint
"Fin lille hytte til en enkelt overnatning. Lille køkken med basic ting og dejligt med eget toilet og bad. Smuk udsigt og meget stille og roligt. Komforten er ikke noget at skrive hjem om. Madrassen så tynd, så man rammer bunden, sofaen er siddet fuldstændigt i stykker. Områder i hytte hvor der var ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug, 2025

Sanda Camping
Nisser Hyttegrend Og Camping

Nisser Hyttegrend Og Camping

3 out of 5
Fjonevegen 1667, Nissedal, Norge
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Nissedal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale.
8.8/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
Beautiful location and well-priced budget hut
"I booked a little hut. No private bathroom and no water, but as expected. Ok priced, directly at the lake. Interior a little old but comfy enough."

Reviewed on 11 Jul, 2019

Nisser Hyttegrend Og Camping
Vrådal Hyttegrend

Vrådal Hyttegrend

3 out of 5
Kviteseidvegen 1928, Kviteseid, Vrådal
Stay at this 3-star golf cabin in Kviteseid. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Vrådal Golf Club and Straand Sommerland are located ...
"Die Hütte war super ausgestattet, mit Sauna und tollem Blick über den Nisser! Die Schlüsselübergabe war problemlos! Alles war sauber und in gutem Zustand und die Kommunikation auf englisch klappt sehr gut! Es war ein toller Urlaub!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug, 2019

Vrådal Hyttegrend
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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