Telemark

Vrådal

Straand Hotel oozes history, unique facilities and an atmosphere you'll be looking for for a long time

Straand Hotel

Welcome to us

Ever since 1864, our hotel has ensured well-being and good service with the guest at the center. The hospitality and good traditions have been passed down from generation to generation, and over 150 years later you will feel right at home here. We warmly welcome you to one of Telemark's leading full-service hotels. Straand Hotel in Vrådal oozes history, unique facilities, world-class cuisine and an atmosphere you'll be looking for for a long time.

Our routes

Route 1: Bandaksli

A fantastic route for those seeking something a little off the beaten track

Route 2: Ravnejuvet

A long trip for those who want to experience variety in roads, nature and experiences

Route 3: Bandak round

For those who want a great "asphalt ride" with tight turns.

Route 4: Mini Telemark

A varied and beautiful route that takes you around the "inner fillet" of Telemark.

Route 5: The three lakes

A route that takes you around 3 major lakes, via some incredibly beautiful roads.

Route 6: Dramatic Telemark, Long

Our longest tour suggestion, so set aside the whole day, lots of great things to see.

Route 7: Dramatic Telemark

A simpler version of route 6, which does not include the gravel road over the mountain.

Route 8: Valley to valley

The route also takes you to Fyresdal, the first stage runs on the east side of Vrådalsvatn

Route 9: Valle track to Lysebotn

Norway's most beautiful day trip including a spectacular visit to Lysebotn.

Route 10: Little Norway

We call this route Little Norway, which is extremely tough with 12 hours of driving time!

Route 11: Two counties

"Two counties" is one of the most pleasant and beautiful routes we can offer

Route 12: Fjellgeita

Our highest and northernmost route to date, with the Gausta Line as the climax.

Route 13: Telemarkskanalen, Lunde

Not one of the longest, but with a hint of sunshine it is perhaps one of the most pleasant.

Route 14: Boating experience on the Telemark Canal

A trip where fantastic driving experiences are combined with a great boat trip on the Telemark Canal

Interactive

Route 15: Experience the world heritage

A trip where fantastic driving experiences are combined with a great boat trip on the Telemark Canal

Route 1: Bandak round

This is a great route that can be ridden by riders of all levels

Route 2: Sputnik

Great all-day route for exercisers, best suited as a training session for the pros

Route 3: Mountain passes

A great six-mile ride that offers many meters of altitude and varied terrain

Route 4: Vråvatn Rundt

Pleasant route that runs through the commercial center in Vrådal to the north end

Route 5: Locks

A fantastically rich tour along some of the things Telemark is best known for

Route 6: Mini Telemark

This is a cycling route for active athletes. The route is approximately 169 km in total.

Route 7: The three lakes

This is a 14 mile bike ride in great cycling terrain, and about 900 meters of altitude

Route 8: Gnomes around

A great time trial for the pros and a wonderful hiking experience for exercisers

Route 9: Telemarkskanalen

Representing the inner fillet of Telemark and offering a slice of everything the county represents

Route 10: Hardingen

The tour for the more experienced cyclists who have many miles on the seat and in their legs

Route 1: Silkeføre

This is one of our favorite tour suggestions. Set aside the whole day

Route 2: Bandak round

This is the tour for those who want a great tour with tight turns. The first stage goes to Dale

Route 3: Vest-Telemark Rundt

A tour with the opportunity to stop at Soria Moria Sauna before entering the industrial adventure at Rjukan

Route 4: Sunshine tours

The trip came about during Straandtreffet 2020. A real delight we can easily put a swing guarantee on!

Route 5: Mountains and culture

On this trip, we will visit Rauland and Hovden, both well-known ski resorts

Route 6: Mountains and plains

Longest trip and involves both mountains and fjords. Towards Hardangervidda, further west towards Lysebotn to

Route 7: The fine charm ear stage

Take the beautiful canal path along the beautiful Telemarkskanalen or Fjågesundsheia

Route 8: Boating experience on the Telemark Canal

A trip where fantastic driving experiences are combined with a great boat trip on the Telemark Canal

Route 9: Vasskraftvegen

Experience the vasskraftvegen in Telemark, which in 1956 was Northern Europe's largest power development

Route 1: Close up in Vrådal

The tour familiarizes you with the hotel's local area and is a flat and easy tour for everyone in beautiful Vrådal

Route 2: Telemarkskanalen, long bike ride

The destination is Lunde locks. From there, take the canal boat back before cycling up Kviteseidkleivene

Route 3: Telemarkskanalen, short bike ride

A shorter version of route 2 where you also get to experience the Telemark Canal along Kviteseidvatn

Route 4: From Grimdalstunet to Vrådal

Cycle through a pleasant cultural landscape and well-tended forest areas down towards and alongside Vråvatnet lake

Route 5: Vrådal Panorama 1

A lovely hike to the top of Vrådal Panorama on prepared trails with plenty of opportunities for detours.

Route 6: Vrådal Panorama 2

A lovely hike to the top of Vrådal Panorama on prepared trails with plenty of opportunities for detours.

Route 1: Venlifjell

A fantastic hike suitable for the whole family! You'll quickly reach high mountain terrain.

Route 2: Austre Roholtsfjell

Roholtfjell is the most prominent "minialpine" mountain in Vrådal, with clean-cut rock faces

Route 3: Vrådal Panorama - Hægefjell

Summit hike to the majestic mountain peak of Hægefjell. The tour offers fine mountain terrain.

Route 4: Round trip Vrådal center

Nice easy round trip in easy terrain starting from the village

Route 1: Paddling in Eidstodpølen

Great hike on Nisser in Eidstodpølen, nice little morning hike or for the beginner.

Route 2: Island paddling on Nisser

Island paddling on the beautiful Lake Nisser. Enjoy a full day in beautiful surroundings.