Kongsberg City Guide

Kongsberg offers a variety of restaurants featuring traditional Norwegian dishes and international cuisines. Vegetarian/vegan options are increasingly available.

Kongsberg's nightlife is relaxed and down-to-earth, centered in the town center with bars like Privat Café & Bar, Bellman Pub.

Norwegians love coffee, with many local cafes offering a cozy spot to enjoy a brew.

Not expected. Rounding up or a tip of 5-15% is appreciated in restaurants.

Prepaid SIM cards can be purchased upon arrival at major airports like Oslo Airport. Best providers include Telenor (widest coverage), Telia (competitive pricing), and Ice (budget-friendly). eSIMs are available from providers like Airalo and are often a more convenient and cheaper option. A passport is typically required for SIM card registration.

Norway has high standards for cleanliness and waste management.

24/7 services are limited. Larger urban centers offer more options.

Main supermarket chains include Rema 1000, Kiwi, Meny, and Coop. Typical opening hours for grocery stores are generally from early morning to late evening on weekdays and Saturdays. Many grocery stores are closed on Sundays and public holidays, with some smaller 'søndagsåpen' stores available with limited hours. International products are generally available in larger supermarkets.

Norway is nearly cashless, with cards being the primary payment method for approximately 70% of point-of-sale transactions. Cash is used for only about 4% of payments. While most visitors can manage without cash, it's advisable to carry 100-200 NOK for small purchases or in rare instances where cards might not be accepted.

Major credit and debit cards (Visa and MasterCard are most accepted) are accepted almost everywhere, including hotels, restaurants, and taxis. ATMs (minibanks) are available, typically found in shopping centers and train stations. Foreign currency is rarely accepted.

Kongsberg International School (KIS) is a co-educational private school for ages 6-16, following the IB Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme, with English as the language of instruction.

Digital nomad communities are more prevalent in larger cities. Information specific to Kongsberg is limited.

Kongsberg has good access to green spaces and parks, with scenic riverside walks available.

Kongsberg offers riverside walks and forest trails suitable for running, with races like Kongsbergløpet.

Kongsberg has several gyms offering a range of facilities, including weights, group classes, and English-speaking staff.

Kongsberg Tennisklubb offers outdoor clay and indoor hard courts available for reservations.

Information on padel facilities is unknown.

Element Hot Yoga Kongsberg and Sporty Kongsberg offer yoga classes.

CrossFit Kongsberg and judo classes are available. Specific details on other martial arts are unknown.

Kongsberg (Skimore) ski resort is located nearby, offering slopes for all skill levels and cross-country skiing tracks.

Information on specific water sports in Kongsberg is unknown.

Kongsberg is not a surfing destination.

Kongsberg is inland and not known for diving.

For medical emergencies, call 113. For non-life-threatening health situations, contact the national out-of-hours urgent care number 116 117. Kongsberg Sykehus is a somatic hospital with specialists in orthopedics, gynecology, and more.

Tap water in Kongsberg is safe to drink. It is sourced from protected groundwater and surface water, and regularly tested to meet strict Norwegian and EU safety standards. Norway is ranked highly globally for its water quality.

Kongsberg has several parks with playgrounds and family-friendly activities like Høyt&Lavt Climbing Park.

Norway is highly LGBTQ-friendly with societal acceptance and legal protections.

General pet import requirements apply. Specific facilities in Kongsberg are unknown.