Rafting in Sjoa

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Sjoa offers wonderful rafting experiences. You will receive paddling and safety instructions, before we tackle scenic river sections such as the "Golf Stream" and "the canyon". The river will throw you off the raft if you're not alert or work as a team!

South West Norway

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

We visit Norways largest Stave church in Heddal, drive cross the country and hike up to Preikestolen, the Pulpit mountain, where we get the most amazing wiew. We explore Stavanger town and learn about Norways oil history at Norwegian Oil museum. We catch crabs and are invited to a farm in Egersund where we are served fresh crabs. We visit Lindesnes light house and artist Mona Svaland in Mandal. Last stop on this trip is Kristiansand, where we stay for two nights in a cabin on an island right outside Kristiansand. We get to see the Norwegian preditors in Kristiansand dyrepark,( a zoo) we go fishing for makrell and visit Arkivet, where we learn about the war history of Kristiansand.

Copenhagen

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

We explore the capital city of Denmark in the beginning of December when the city is all dresses up for Christmas. We board the sightseeing canal boat and get a waterfront tour of the city. We visit Rosenborg castle where we learn about its history and get to see the royal family jewels. We climb the outdoor staircase to the top of the tower of "Vor Frelsers Kirke" where we get a fantastic view of the city. A walk in Christiania, the bohemian freetown, is also exiting and special. And of course, we can not visit Copenhagen without experiencing the Christmas decorated Tivoli, where we enjoy all the different rides.

The Lofoten islands

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

In Lofoten we will chase the amazing northern lights. You will go on "Lofot-fiske" or a sea eagle safari. You will learn about the fishing industry and eat local delicacies. In the Viking museum at Borg you'll learn viking history and see authentic houses and artifacts. We will visit Henningsvær, Svolvær, Nusfjord, Ballstad the blacksmith in Sund and the glass artist in Vikten.

We will take Hurtigruten from Svolvær in Lofoten to Trondheim. This is a cruise along the northern Norwegian coastline.

Adventures and culture in Mid-Norway

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

You will experience the copper mines in Røros. In Trondheim we see the Nidaros Dome, the Rockheim music hall of fame and Tyholttårnet. We continue to Molde, Ålesund, The aquarium "Altanterhavsparken", The Norwegian glacier museum in Lerdal, the Flåm railway to Vatnahalsen, and the viking village in Gudvangen. In Bergen you will see the famous fish market and "Bryggen", Håkonshall and Rosenkranz tower, Fløybanen and "Trollhaugen" – the composer Edvard Grieg's home.

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

At the very start of the school year, the whole school travels to Glitterheim in Jotunheimen national park. Here we attempt to climb Glittertind, Norway’s second-highest peak at 2452 meters. (Don’t worry, if hiking isn’t your thing, you can choose a shorter trail).

In the evenings we play cards, relax, and quickly get to know each other.

A year without grade pressure

At Elverum folkehøgskole you will get the oportunity to develop as a person, challenge yourself and your values, and form lasting relations. All without the pressure of grades or exams. Choose a year filled with experiences, new friends, opportunities, and activities around the clock – without the pressure of grades. We offer full-year and half-year courses, and our students are on average 19 years old. Most come from Norway, but many also come from Europe and beyond.

More than 30 electives and plenty of activities

In your main subject you can focus on what you love or try something completely new! You can choose from more than 30 electives, and in addition there are student evenings, concerts, handball matches, and much more. There’s always something to join in on!

Perfect location with both nature and city nearby

The school is close to the town center, with a swimming spot and outdoor areas right outside the door. In summer you can play football and volleyball, and in winter we build a rail park in the yard for skiing and snowboarding. You’ll have access to studios, workshops, a gymnasium, fitness room, and great facilities for both creative and practical subjects.

Teachers who see you

Our teachers are passionate about their subjects and provide close follow-up. You are taken seriously, there is always someone on duty if you need help, and we do our best to make sure you thrive. We have a large and inclusive community, with students from all over Norway and many international students each year.

Good food – adapted to all needs

At the school you’ll get good meals every day, and we have long experience in accommodating gluten-free, vegetarian, and other diets.

All inclusive

Elverum Folk High School is open and inclusive. No grades, no exams—just growth, learning, and new experiences. Everything is included: teaching, study trips, food, room, electricity, Wi-Fi, and materials.

Norwegian - Culture/Adventure

Norwegian adventure