Norway Road Trip Photo Gallery - Roros
Roros is located 628m above sea level and is full of wood buildings. Copper works were established in 1644 and the town became an important mining centre in the country. The town centre with its wooden buildings are protected and it is a pleasant stroll.The railway station is at the edge of the historic town with supermarkets next door to stock up on supplies. I first walked along the riverfront to Smelthytta, a museum on the old smelter that closed in 1953. The copper mine closed in 1977.
Production at the copper mine continued 24 hours a day except a break during the summer when the workers are back on their farms. The vast site looks like a wasteland now, but do climb some of the hills to enjoy a panorama of the mine and the town behind it.
The town's 333-year mining history and wood architecture earned it UNESCO World Heritage status in 1980. Agriculture was also an important industry here as well, although conditions were harsh and residents made a frugal living.
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