Ringsaker

Ringsaker: 12th-century churchThe 12th-century church at Ringsaker, Nor.

Ringsaker, town, southeastern Norway. It lies along the eastern shore of Lake Mjøsa, the largest lake in Norway. Situated along the main road and rail line between Oslo and Trondheim, Ringsaker lies in a rich agricultural and lumbering region. Tourism is based mainly on the scenery of the lake area, a 12th-century church, and a medieval castle. Pop. (2007 est.) mun., 31,974.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title: Ringsaker
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 18 May 2018
Access Date: February 22, 2025