Elverum in Norway is a town but also a municipality in the Hedmark county. One of the most famous facts about this region is its position in relation to wars Norway has participated in throughout its history. As it's in such close proximity to Sweden, the Swedish invasion was prominent to this area. As it is so closely located to its neighbouring country, take the short drive over the border for some wider exploration. The Swedish Fulufjället National Park is based slightly north, but just over the border if you've got the time to head over in your trip. There are some important landmarks and historical sites in this region and to see these you should hire a car in Elverum.
If you like beautiful buildings then you'll find a number of beautiful churches in this region. Churches like the Sorskogbygda, Amot, and Elverum churches. One of the most popular attractions here is the Norwegian Forest Museum, which attracts around 100,000 visitors annually. Here you will see the history of hunting, fishing, and the forest industry in general here in Elverum. Another fascinating museum is the Glomdal Museum, which is one of the largest open air museums in Norway. Here you will get an understanding of Norway's multicultural history, and an understanding of how people in this region have lived for hundreds of years. Hire a car in Elverum from our branch first so you can see all of these attractions conveniently.