Krøderen (lake)
Lake Long narrow Norwegian lake popular for boating
Krøderen, a long lake in Buskerud, Norway, offers boating, fishing and summer trails; the Krøderbanen heritage railway runs along parts of the shoreline, adding historic interest.
Krøderen is a long, narrow freshwater lake in Buskerud county in southern Norway, set in a forested inland landscape. The lake is used for recreational boating, fishing and shoreline recreation by nearby communities.
The lake’s elongated form follows a glacial valley and it is bordered by roads and small settlements; its shoreline and adjacent countryside are popular for day trips and outdoor activities. A preserved heritage railway, the Krøderbanen, runs along parts of the lake’s shore and brings visitors on occasional services.
Krøderen lies within the municipality traditionally known as Krødsherad in the former Buskerud area, inland from Drammen and within easy driving distance of the Oslo region. It is set in a rural, forested part of southern Norway.
- Heritage railway nearby: A heritage railway, the Krøderbanen, runs along parts of the lake's shore and operates historic trains on special event days.
How to Get to Krøderen (lake) #
Krøderen is about 100 km north of Oslo. Drive along E16 and Rv35 toward Krøderen; regional buses connect nearby towns. The Krøderenbahn historic railway operates seasonally between Vikersund and Krøderen for scenic trips.
Tips for Visiting Krøderen (lake) #
- If birdwatching, arrive at dawn when waterfowl are active along the shore.
- Combine a visit with the Krøderen-Noresund scenic railway line (seasonal) for classic Norwegian lake views.
- Water clarity can be deceptive; swimming is possible in summer but lakeshores are rocky.
Best Time to Visit Krøderen (lake) #
Summer for boating and fishing; winter for frozen-lake landscapes and snow sports.
Weather & Climate near Krøderen (lake) #
Krøderen (lake)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (680 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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