Seljord: Dyrsku'n, Views and Culture

In Seljord, you can shape your stay around a range of interests: the Dyrsku'n market, views and trails in town, or art and culture. Seljord is accessible by public transport; check routes and timetables separately. Many attractions, restaurants, shops and accommodations are within walking or cycling distance of one another.

Dyrsku'n as a reason to visit

Dyrsku'n has been held since 1866 and is Norway's largest trade and agricultural fair. Around 90,000 visitors attend the event, which takes place every September at Dyrskuplassen in Seljord. The exact dates and programme change from year to year. The market is known for gatherings centred on food and agriculture, trade, political debates and talks. Visitors can experience cultivation, learn about food production, and sample local food, traditional specialities and other dishes. The vendors and demonstrations on offer vary from year to year. If Dyrsku'n is the reason for your trip, check the dates and programme for that year before making plans.

Views and distinctive places

Bringsåsnuten is a short trail to a small summit in the centre of Seljord and is suitable for all ages. From there, you can enjoy views of Seljordsvannet and the town centre. The Sjøormtårnet on Bjørgeøyane offers a different experience: the wooden tower opened on 18 October 2011, stands 17 metres tall and has three viewing platforms. You can choose between a short summit trail and a striking observation tower as two different destinations for an outing.

Eventyrøy in Seljord is also home to Pumpehuset. The former pump house was given a new purpose and opened as Telemark's first day-trip cabin on 27 August 2026. The combination of a repurposed building and a day-trip cabin complements the viewpoints with a place of its own history. Check the current terms of use before visiting.

Art, culture and the seasons

Kunstlåven is run by the Seljord Art Association and holds a summer exhibition every July. Exact dates and opening details may vary. So, if you want to plan your trip around the exhibition, check the details for your chosen dates. The legend of the large, snake-like creature in Seljordsvannet is also part of the cultural history of the area around Seljord; it was first mentioned in writing in 1750.

More options in the wider Seljord destination

In the wider Seljord destination, the Seljord art route includes three galleries: Kunstlåven in Seljord, Nutheim Kunstsenter in Flatdal and the Eva Bull Holte Museum in Åmotsdal. Exhibitions and ticket arrangements may change.

The Sogevegen offers another route in the wider Seljord destination. It passes through Svartdal and Flatdal and can be travelled by bicycle, on foot or by car. Cycling detours and stops are part of the route, along with art and cultural landscapes along the way. In the wider Seljord destination, a hike up Skorve leads to Gøysen, a summit at 1,370 metres; a detour of about one kilometre there and back leads to the wreck of the Liberator. Conditions on the mountain can vary by season.

In winter, the wider Seljord destination offers a 14-kilometre cross-country ski tour to Hollane in the Grimås and Lifjell ski area, as well as a trail of about 7 kilometres towards Slåka in Grunningsdalen. Snow and trail-grooming conditions change seasonally. The options therefore vary considerably: in town, the focus is on the market, views and art, while the wider Seljord destination offers more cultural, hiking and cross-country skiing options. Choose the dates and focus of your stay, then compare hotels for your travel dates.

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