Fruit Village Gvarv

Gvarv is known as the Fruit Village with over 500,000 fruit trees that produce an abundance of apples, plums and morels. With Norway's warmest climate as a backdrop, everything is in place for fruit production in a class of its own. Did you know that every fourth Norwegian apple comes from here? In the area, you'll find more than 12 companies that work with fruit full-time - from cultivation to processing. Here you can get up close to farm life and enter a real flavour universe.

vstandsbilde av Lindheim Ølkompani

Fruit and Culture Village

The Fruit Village Gvarv is located in the municipality of Midt-Telemark in Telemark, bordering Nome to the south-west, Bø to the west, Notodden to the north, Kongsberg to the east and Skien to the south-east. The municipality includes several small, cosy villages such as Akkerhaugen, Nordagutu, Hjuksebø and Hørte.

In the middle of this rich landscape, you'll find Lake Norsjø - a gem in its own right. First Camp Norsjø and the action-packed Norsjø Kabelpark, where you can try out wakeboarding and water skiing, are located along the shore.

Blooming in The Fruit Village

In May, Gvarv is transformed into a living postcard when more than half a million fruit trees are in full bloom. White and pink carpets of flowers spread across the landscape, and the scent of apple, plum and morello fills the air.

🌸 Everything you need to know about the blooming season in the Fruit Village Gvarv

Short, intense and magical, the blossoming is an annual experience that marks the start of a new season in Fruktbygda. This is an experience you won't want to miss! Read more about how to get here easily

Taste, Sense and Experience The Fruit Village

Gvarv isn't just known for apples and hot summers - there's a whole world of flavours, experiences and genuine farm charm waiting for you here. From award-winning cider and fresh baked goods to art galleries, unique sauna experiences and self-picking.

🌸 Lindheim Ølkompani
Award-winning microbrewery and fruit farm. Enjoy beer and cider in the garden, or shop in the farm shop.

🌸 Galleri Nyhuus & Nyhuus Gard
Farm shop and art in old livestock rooms. Enjoy views of Lifjell and taste our own apple juice.

🌸 Evju Bygdetun
Experience traditions, rose painting, traditional costumes and local food in historic surroundings. Bake delicious bread from a stone oven and enjoy a snack in July!

🌸 Gvarv Frukt og Bær
Taste your way through local food, fresh baked goods and tempting fruit and berries. Enjoy your coffee outside among the goodies.

🌸 Aarnes Kafeteria
Good, homemade food - open all year round! Views of Lake Norsjø and orchards just off Riksveg 36.

🌸 Suigard Dyrud
Winding berry gardens and self-picking. Buy honey, fruit and berries - straight from the farm.

🌸 Epleblomsten
Norway's largest in Norwegian pressed apple juice. Gift packs and award-winning flavours in the farm shop.

🌸 Telefrukt
Learn about the fruit's journey from tree to store. Guided tours and real fruit joy - every fourth apple in Norway is here!

🌸 Lien Gård
Cider, apple juice, jam and honey - all in a self-service farm shop. Open all year round.

Experience The Norwegian Apple Festival - A Folk Festival In The Centre Of The Fruit Village

Every last Saturday in September, the centre of Gvarv is transformed into a lively festival area when the Norwegian Apple Festival takes place. There's something for everyone - whether you're 0 or 100 years old! On the market day, for example, you can take part in nature walks, art exhibitions, concerts, visit farm shops and much more.

There will be entertainment from the stage at Gvarv station with local musicians and singers. Not least, award ceremonies. This is the day when the entire local community shows itself from its best side - and you are most welcome!