Drammen the capital of Buskerud with a population of approximately 60.150 inhabitants. The city grew up around the Drammen River estuary, and the river formed the basis of its proud history as a seaport. Today the river is once again an important element in the urban development plans for the city. Between the Science Park (Papirbredden) and Drammen Park there is built a pedestrian bridge called Ypsilon (built by Ruukki Construction). Drammen have adopting the areas around the river to create recreatinal, cultural and residential areas. Drammen have now 7 km of walking trails along the riverside to enjoy.
Drammen is situated in a beautiful valley, on the shores of a wide, clean river abounding in fish. A town with a special atmosphere. Whether you visit here in connection with a conference or convention, for a sporting or musical event or as a tourist interested in culture and exciting adventures.
See Bragernes Torg and the Tower Buildigs, The Stock Enchange, over the bridge to Strømsø Torg, see some popular recidental areas Union Brygge and Gyldeløve Brygge. Experience Drammens Theatre, see Gulskogen estate from 1804, a pearl among manors, featuring a rococco park with peacoks and guinea hens, canals and a love maze, Austad estate the empire building, the beautiful Park is open all year round.
Enjoy the view from Spiraltoppen, (Spiralen the roof of Drammen), Åspavlijongen, and Haukås, visit the Open-Air Museum or the Konnerud Mines. Round Spiraltoppen runs a dense network of lit skitracks, marked paths to woodland lakes, cultural monuments and eating places. On the ridge below Spiraltoppen you can follow the old footpaths, built by citizens more than hundred years ago, and visit Åspavlijongen. The Hamborgstrøm Forest with 200-year-old trees has a rich flora and fauna. Take a cruise on the river or in the harbour and fjord, go fishing and swimming. In the centre of town, there is also a wonderful open-air pool with play tools for children.
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