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Drammen, Norway

Kari and Terje travel alone, perhaps children will come to visit.

Kari and Terje travel alone, perhaps children will come to visit.

Open livingroom, no TV - just what is important.

Open livingroom, no TV - just what is important.

Christmas with grandchildren. Kari likes it very much!

Christmas with grandchildren. Kari likes it very much!

The kitchen is well equipped, right inside outdoors dining space .

The kitchen is well equipped, right inside outdoors dining space .

Borrow our electric car, cheap charging in own garage!

Borrow our electric car, cheap charging in own garage!

Daughter, Kristin, lives nearby and will answer all questions.

Daughter, Kristin, lives nearby and will answer all questions.

Terjes home office and free online access.

Terjes home office and free online access.

Large veranda, sofa and dining area. Sun early morning.

Large veranda, sofa and dining area. Sun early morning.

Dining space outdoors for 10 people.

Dining space outdoors for 10 people.

Extra bedroom and desk.

Extra bedroom and desk.

Extra bedroom and desk.

Extra bedroom and desk.

TV lounge, movies, cable television and stereo.

TV lounge, movies, cable television and stereo.

Bathroom on the 2nd floor, also one in 1st floor.

Bathroom on the 2nd floor, also one in 1st floor.

Master bedroom on the 2nd floor

Master bedroom on the 2nd floor

Terrace in front of the house with afternoon sun.

Terrace in front of the house with afternoon sun.

Cosy winter atmosphere in the neighborhood.

Cosy winter atmosphere in the neighborhood.

Close friends from Iran celebrate Christmas.

Close friends from Iran celebrate Christmas.

Beatiful theater in Drammen.

Beatiful theater in Drammen.

Oslo on National Day, 17 May!

Oslo on National Day, 17 May!

Drammensbadet in summer!

Drammensbadet in summer!

This is where we live, Konnerud, 5 minutes from city center.

This is where we live, Konnerud, 5 minutes from city center.

Walk 10 min. from the house and you can swim.

Walk 10 min. from the house and you can swim.

10 min. Stordammen, in July over 20 C. in water.

10 min. Stordammen, in July over 20 C. in water.

Kids can sled right outside our door.

Kids can sled right outside our door.

Drammen has received awards for urban development.

Drammen has received awards for urban development.

"Drammensbadet", 20 minutes from house by bus!

"Drammensbadet", 20 minutes from house by bus!

Idyllic sea fronts close to the square.

Idyllic sea fronts close to the square.

Only 100 meters from the center of town.

Only 100 meters from the center of town.

Skaiting in city center.

Skaiting in city center.

Festivals all year round in Drammen.

Festivals all year round in Drammen.

If you like to try iceskating in town.

If you like to try iceskating in town.

Golfclub, 10 min. by car from our house.

Golfclub, 10 min. by car from our house.

In Drammenselva you can go salmon fishing.

In Drammenselva you can go salmon fishing.

From a trip to Karpathos in Greece a few years back.

From a trip to Karpathos in Greece a few years back.

Lot of festivals in the summer Kongsberg jazzfestival, 30 minutes away.

Lot of festivals in the summer Kongsberg jazzfestival, 30 minutes away.

Children, grandchildren and children-in-law like to be together.

Children, grandchildren and children-in-law like to be together.

Kari goes on mountain trips with her work colleagues.

Kari goes on mountain trips with her work colleagues.

Mountain biking is a favourite.

Mountain biking is a favourite.

Terje producer for the city's symphony orchestra.

Terje producer for the city's symphony orchestra.

Terje, Kristin & Anders, involved in volleyball. Project manager in hometown.

Terje, Kristin & Anders, involved in volleyball. Project manager in hometown.

Terje, booking-agent for artists and jazzlegend, Pat Metheny.

Terje, booking-agent for artists and jazzlegend, Pat Metheny.

We love skiing right outside our door to the cabin for a cup of hot chocolate

We love skiing right outside our door to the cabin for a cup of hot chocolate

Terje was in charge of Drammen winter festival for three years.

Terje was in charge of Drammen winter festival for three years.

We like to follow tourist routes!

We like to follow tourist routes!

We love the mountains with fine cultural experiences.

We love the mountains with fine cultural experiences.

Visit world famous Peer Gynt in the mountain.

Visit world famous Peer Gynt in the mountain.

Geirangerfjord, voted the world's best destination.

Geirangerfjord, voted the world's best destination.

Rondane National Park (own photo).

Rondane National Park (own photo).

We have a cabin in Oppdal, 6 hours drive.

We have a cabin in Oppdal, 6 hours drive.

In Oppdal, close to cabin.

In Oppdal, close to cabin.

Oppdal, hiking eldorado with proximity to several national parks.

Oppdal, hiking eldorado with proximity to several national parks.

Visit Munch museum & Opera House in Oslo

Visit Munch museum & Opera House in Oslo

Great to visit The Opera House in Oslo.

Great to visit The Opera House in Oslo.

Visit The Vigeland Park In Oslo.

Visit The Vigeland Park In Oslo.

Love to visit ski jump and ski museum in Oslo!

Love to visit ski jump and ski museum in Oslo!

A drive in Norway can be spectacular.

A drive in Norway can be spectacular.

Welcome to Norway! Europe's hidden treasure!

Welcome to Norway! Europe's hidden treasure!

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Nice apartment, four bedrooms & two terraces. Very flexible on swapping! Easy living, discover Norway. Train, 30 min. to Oslo, 1 hour from airport! https://www.visitoslo.com/en/

We reside in a charming semi-detached house spanning 150 square feet, spread across three levels, nestled in a serene neighborhood just three kilometers from the city center. It's a haven for children to play right outside our doorstep. The bus stop is right outside our house, which runs once an hour. Within 20 minutes you are in the center of the city and the train station. Take the train to Oslo and experience the new Munch Museum, the new National Gallery, the Norwegian Opera or the wonderful Vigeland park.

Our home boasts three bedrooms, an additional office with a bed, two bathrooms, and two cozy living rooms. As an eco-conscious family, we own a Kia Soul electric car and provide two bicycles for your convenience.

We are very flexible with regard to the length of time and periods.

Our city, Drammen, is nothing short of exceptional by Norwegian standards. Situated 40 kilometers west of Oslo, it's a mere 40-minute car or train ride away. With nearly 110,000 residents, Drammen ranks as the 6th largest city in Norway. The city is divided by the picturesque river, "Drammenselva," and in recent years, it has undergone a transformation with the creation of attractive park areas along the riverbanks, complete with charming beaches and idyllic waterfront spots. Surprisingly, you can sunbathe and swim just 100 meters from the city center.

Drammen received a prestigious European award in 2008. Moreover, Drammen serves as the ideal base for exploring the capital, experiencing Norway's natural beauty, including its fjords and magnificent mountains.

Within a 30–45-minute drive, you'll discover pristine beaches and tranquil rock formations perfect for swimming and sunbathing. A mere 10 minutes from our residence, there is a public waterpark offering delightful entertainment for children. For those inclined towards salmon fishing, the "Drammenselva" is renowned as one of the best rivers in the country. Notably, two of Norway's top-notch amusement parks are easily reachable within a two-hour drive.

You can find more information on respective internet sites.

https://www.visitnorway.com/

https://www.facebook.com/terje.brunpedersen/

Terjes homepage: https://www.terjebrun.no/

 

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Our Family

  • 2 Adults
  • 0 Children
  • 4 Exchanges made

Occupation

  • Terje: Teacher & organizer/agent. Kari: Retired intensiv nurse.

Our Home

  • House Type: Flat
  • Floor: 3
  • Environment: In the city
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Sleeping Capacity: 5
  • Living Area: 120 m2
  • Total Area: 150 m2

In my house

  • Pets - Allowed
  • Small children - Allowed

Exchange Types

  • Long-term exchange wanted
  • Non-simultaneous exchange
  • Home exchange
  • Renting possible

Indoor

  • Free internet access
  • Computer available
  • Hot tub or jacuzzi
  • Air conditioning
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Baby equipment
  • Toys and games
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Clothes dryer
  • Television

Outdoor

  • Terrace or deck
  • Balcony
  • Park / playground
  • BBQ
  • Garage
  • Bicycles: 2

Facilities

  • Non-smoking house
  • Use/Exchange of car
  • Seclusion/Privacy

Our Destination Wish List

  • Open to any destination

Spoken Languages

  • English

Our Neighbourhood

Nearest Airport: Gardemoen airport -

Occupation

  • Terje: Teacher & organizer/agent. Kari: Retired intensiv nurse.

Children

  • We do not have children.

Pets

  • Pets are NOT welcome in our home

About Our Family

Kari, 65 years old, was an intensive care nurse who worked at the state hospital in town, she is now retired. Terje, 64 years old, who is a former teacher, works in his own company as a journalist, examiner and event producer/booking agent. We have been married for 40 years, and we have three grown children and three lovely grandchildren.

Our eldest son, Jorgen, is a teacher in elementary school, lives near Trondheim with his wife Solveig, who is a graduate in psychology. They have two young girls. In addition we have a son of 33 years with a bachelor's degree in History and English - who works as a librarian. Kristin, our youngest daughter at 32, following in her mother's footsteps - soon to be a healthcare nurse.

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Lifestyle

In addition to traveling, we enjoy cycling and walking in the wonderful national parks in Norway and in the surrounding area. We are also fond of cultural experiences and concerts and festivals. As a family, we have also arranged many such things ourselves. The extended family is most important in everything we do. 

https://www.fjordnorway.com/en

https://www.nasjonaleturistveger.no/en/ (Norwegian Scenic Routes)

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