Strømsø

[1] Strømsø is located at the southern side of the river Drammenselva.

In 1811 Strømsø and Bragernes (on the northern side of Drammenselva) were united to form the town of Drammen.

Strømsø has sports facilities, retail, office, industry and schools.

The main part of Drammen Harbor is situated at Strømsø.

[2] During the first part of this century the old industrial area of Strømsø, formerly known as Grønland, has been remodeled and transformed into a Science Park (Kunnskapsparken), providing facilities for several governmental institutions such as the police authorities, County offices and the campus for Buskerud University College, Norwegian School of Management - BI Buskerud, Telemark University College (TUC) and Drammen library.