The picturesque old mining town Røros is only a 40 minute drive from Vingelen, and offers a variety of winter activities. Most popular are the Christmas market in early December and the Røros Winter Fair in late February.
A visit to this small town with timber houses and freezing cold temperatures gives you a once in a lifetime experience. Visit Røros homepage to read more about both winter and summer activities.

Traders passing through Vingelen on their way to the annual Røros Winter Fair. Photo: Elin G. Gransletten

Children on kicksled in the streets of Røros. Photo: Tom Gustavsen

Røros with its famous landmark - the church Bergstaden Ziir. Photo: Destinasjon Røros