Hyttklokka

Classic Roros view and the bell.

Hyttklokka was used to notify workers at the smelthytta (copper smelter ) when work started and finished. The bell was probably also used as an alarm, to warn of fires and other important events

A bell with a purpose in ancient times!

You need to know what this beell was used for, but you get to know when you do the Røros wlak with a guide! Nicely kept bell in perfect surroundings for nice photos!

You have to see Hyttklokka!

This is the quintessential picture spot in Røros. After a walk up the main street you have to take a picture of Hyttklokka with the church in the background.

Historical photo subjects

The Bell calls once each year. It is during the opening day of Martnan in midst of February, Martnan is a historic market in mid-winter. Often very cold, between minus 10-20 degrees below zero.

An old-time village with a character

It was very quiet but warm in september 2014. I enjoyed dogging into the history of Norway and Roros - this is all that this village is about. Quier streets, small shops and coffee-houses and lots of ...