Odda Smelteverk

The smelting facility covers 56 hectares at the end of Sørfjorden, with mountains of Hardangervidda plateau forming a natural backdrop.

Founded in 1906 by British companies, the factory began operations in 1908 and grew to become the largest cyanamide production facility worldwide by 1912.

The complex demonstrates the rapid industrial development of Norway in the early 1900s, connected to the exploitation of Norwegian hydroelectric power resources.

The site contains multiple buildings including laboratories, workshops, forges, storage facilities, and a cable car system connecting to import and export docks.

Scientists at this facility developed the Odda process for nitrophosphate production in 1927, which gained international recognition in fertilizer manufacturing.

Location: Ullensvang Municipality

GPS coordinates: 60.06762,6.54742

Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:40