Skotfoss
Skotfoss is a village in Skien municipality, Norway. It is located near the outlet of the lake Norsjø.
From 1837 Skotfoss was administratively a part of Solum municipality. Solum became a part of Skien municipality on 1 January 1964. The village have a population of 1,800 people. The sports team Skotfoss TIF was founded in 1893-1894. The club is currently in the 2010 Norwegian Third Division. The Norwegian footballer Frode Johnsen has played for the team, and Johnsen grew up in the village.
Coordinates: 59°12′N 9°30′E / 59.200°N 9.500°E
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