Kongsberg Municipality, Mining municipality in Viken, Norway
Kongsberg Municipality extends along the Numedalslågen river, featuring forests, valleys, and mountains across its 793 square kilometers of territory.
King Christian IV of Denmark and Norway established this municipality in 1624 after discovering silver deposits that shaped its development for three centuries.
The Kongsberg Church contains the largest baroque organ in Scandinavia, while the annual Jazz Festival brings international musicians to perform throughout the town.
The municipality connects to Oslo through the E134 highway and regular train services, making it accessible for the 28,848 residents and daily commuters.
The Norwegian Mint produces coins for Norway and other nations, continuing a manufacturing tradition that started with silver mining operations.
Inception: 1624
Capital city: Kongsberg
Shares border with: Flesberg Municipality, Øvre Eiker, Skien, Siljan Municipality, Notodden Municipality, Holmestrand, Larvik, Midt-Telemark
Address: Kirkegata 1 3616 KONGSBERG
Website: https://kongsberg.kommune.no
GPS coordinates: 59.66500,9.64639
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:39
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Heistadmoen
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Norwegian Mining Museum
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Kongsberg kino
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Kongsberg School of Mines
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Kongsberg Gloger organ
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Kongsberg Skiing Museum
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