Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Overview
See the old mining town of Røros at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.
• Find out about the lives of the Røros’ copper miners including the story of how Johan Moen’s son knew his father was dead
• Hear from producer Lars Engerengen whose passion for sharing local history led him to craft this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Please note that this tour doesn’t include entry into Røros "Smelthytta" museum.
What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this audio tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Meeting Location
Kjerkgata 1
7374 Røros, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Kjerkgata
Røros, Norway
The tour ends close a short distance away from the start location.
What To Expect
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Bergmannsgata (pass by)
Slegghaugan (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- NB: The tour is wheelchair accessible, but be aware that the path may be steep and challenging in some places.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.
- Lifetime access to this audio tour in English.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation.
- Food and drink.
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this audio tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- NB: The tour is wheelchair accessible, but be aware that the path may be steep and challenging in some places.
