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Vemork, Heritage site and hydroelectric power station in Tinn Municipality, Norway.

The industrial complex sits at an elevation of 104 meters, utilizing the power of Rjukanfossen waterfall for electricity generation.

The facility played a central role during World War II when Norwegian resistance fighters conducted operations to prevent Nazi Germany from obtaining heavy water.

The Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum at Vemork presents exhibitions about labor movements and industrial development through artifacts and documentation.

Located 6 kilometers west of Rjukan along RV 37, the museum provides guided tours, educational programs, and maintains a cafe for visitors.

The power station, constructed in 1911, held the record as the largest hydroelectric facility worldwide, with a capacity of 108 megawatts.

Location: Tinn

Elevation above the sea: 104 m

Website: https://nia.no/en/vemork

GPS coordinates: 59.87167,8.49444

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59

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