Hønefossen, Waterfall in Ringerike, Norway.
The Begna River creates a substantial waterfall within Hønefoss town, forming a natural barrier that splits the water flow into multiple cascading sections.
The waterfall's power supported the establishment of the first watermill in 1337, leading to significant industrial development and the growth of Hønefoss town.
The waterfall influenced the development of local traditions, with generations of residents living and working near its banks, shaping the community's identity.
Visitors can observe the waterfall year-round, with a guaranteed minimum water flow of 9 cubic meters per second maintaining its visual presence.
The waterfall generates 15 million kilowatt hours annually through its hydroelectric plant, providing electricity for approximately 1,000 households.
Location: Ringerike
GPS coordinates: 60.16947,10.25428
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:36
Hønefoss Church
457 m
Veien Kulturminnepark
1.5 km
Riddergaarden
337 m
Hønefoss Church
445 m
Hønefoss hjelpefengsel
550 m
Hønefoss Bridge
181 m
Hønefoss videregående skole
1.4 km
Begna Bridge
174 m
Grand Hotel Hønefoss
291 m
Glatveds Hotel
452 m
Ringerike rådhus
1 km
Hovsenga
1.9 km
Ullerål Church
1.2 km
Søndre park, Hønefoss
706 m
Nordre park
181 m
Sankta Teresia katolske kirke
545 m
Veien gamle skole
1.8 km
Hovsfoss
2.2 km
Sørumsmarka
2.4 km
Overmannsund
532 m
Hønefoss tinghus
682 m
Livmarka
1.5 km
Kvernbergsund bru
983 m
Skjæringsbrua
1.5 km
Norsk Samferdselshistorisk Senter
569 m
Norderhovhjemmet
2.5 km
Stolperstein dedicated to Jacob Scharff
416 m
Schjongshaugen eller Buskhaugen
926 mReviews
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