Smelthytta – Røros Museum
Smelthytta (Rørosmuseet)
A rebuilt copper smelting works on its original site, showing more than 300 years of mining and smelting history in Røros. It is the first stop for understanding this World Heritage mining town.
The Smelthytta lies by the Hitter River at the upper end of the old town. The original building burned down in 1975 and was rebuilt to its original design in 1988 as the main building of the Røros Museum. Large-scale models inside show the mine hoist, water-powered bellows and the copper smelting process. In summer, staff demonstrate smelting and machinery on site. Upstairs are exhibits on miners' lives, the mining company, and the World Heritage 'Circumferensen' area. Tickets can be bought together with a combined pass covering the church and Olavsgruva Mine. In front is the Malmplassen (Ore Square), which in February fills with horses and market stalls for the winter fair. Behind the museum rises the black Slegghaugan slag heap. Allow about one hour for your visit.
Opening hours
Summer: about 10:00–18:00; other seasons: about 11:00–15:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Røros Church (Bergstadens Ziir)
- Slegghaugan Slag Heaps & Sleggveien
- Røros Old Town (Bergmannsgata & Kjerkgata)
- Rørosmartnan Winter Market
- Nordgruvefeltet & Christianus Sextus Mine
- Johan Falkberget Museum (Ratvolden)
- Olavsgruva Mine
- Femundsmarka National Park & Lake Femunden