Skibladner, Paddle steamer on Lake Mjøsa, Norway.
Skibladner is a white-painted paddle steamer measuring 50 meters in length that carries up to 230 passengers across Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest inland body of water. The vessel uses traditional paddle wheel propulsion to move between several ports along the shoreline.
This vessel was built in Sweden in 1856 and began operating on Lake Mjøsa to connect communities along the waterway. It has maintained continuous service ever since, becoming an integral part of Norway's transport heritage.
The vessel displays its 1888 interior with period saloons and traditional Norwegian dining service, offering visitors a sense of how passengers once traveled. The sounds of the steam engine working above deck connect you directly to early transport experiences.
The vessel operates daily between June and August except Mondays, connecting five ports along the lake including Gjøvik, Hamar, Lillehammer, Eidsvoll, and Brumunddal. You can choose from different routes and departure times to fit your travel plans.
Among all paddle steamers worldwide still carrying passengers, this is the oldest one in continuous operation since its first voyage. This combination of original machinery and modern service makes it remarkable on the water.
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