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Nordvegen Historiesenter
Down a short path from the carpark for St Olavs Church, this history centre recreates the story of Harald Fair-Hair and other monarchs of the newly unified Nordvegen from the 10th century onwards. Also nearby, on a tiny forested island is a reconstructed Viking farm – its great for
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Dalsnibba
For the highest and perhaps most stunning of the many stunning views of the Geiranger valley and fjord, take the 5km toll road (Nkr85 per car) that climbs from the Rv63 to the Dalsnibba lookout (1500m). A bus (adult/child Nkr180/90 return) runs three times daily from Geiranger betw
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Bomuldsfabriken Kunsthall
This highly regarded contemporary art gallery is a 10-minute walk from the town centre on the northern edge of Arendal. One of the largest galleries in southern Norway, its temporary exhibitions are housed in a stunning example of Norwegian industrial architecture, a former cotton
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Mellemværftet
Something of a nautical junkyard, Mellemværftet, free and accessible any time, is best approached on foot along the quayside from the Smia Fiskerestaurant . Its difficult to make out whats what amid the clutter, but it includes the remnants of Kristiansunds 19th-century shipyard, a
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Hisnakul
This nature centre shares a restored wooden warehouse with the tourist office. It showcases the natural history of northern Norway, including sea birds, marine mammals, topography, farming, fisheries and local cultures. Theres also a 23-minute slide show with spectacular shots of
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Bryggens Museum
This archaeological museum was built on the site of Bergens first settlement, and the 800-year-old foundations unearthed during construction have been incorporated into the exhibits, which include medieval tools, pottery, skulls and runes. The permanent exhibition documenting Berge
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Trøndelag Senter for Samtidskunst
Run by artists, this gallery space showcases all thats innovative and experimental in the local and national art scene. It wont be to everyones taste, but its a restless and endlessly creative exhibition space and its always worth stopping by to see whats happening. There are free
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Arkeologisk Museum
This well-presented museum traces 11,000 years of human history, including the Viking Age. Exhibits include skeletons, tools, a runestone and a description of the symbiosis between prehistoric humans and their environment. Theres a full program of activities for kids (eg treasure h
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Lofotmuseet
The islands’ major folk museum is on the site of what can be considered to be the first town in the polar region, where traces of the original rorbuer have been excavated. The museums main gallery was once the merchants mansion. An easy, undulating, scenic 2km Heritage Path leads f
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Lofoten Gårdsysteri
On the road to Saupstad, this lovely little farm has goats, pigs and chickens that the kids will enjoy. But we like it because its a working organic farm and cheese factory. They sell their produce, including cheese, handmade sausages and honey - ideal if youre planning a picnic, s
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Undredal Church
Originally built as a stave church in 1147 and seating 40, this barrel-vaulted village church is the smallest still-operational house of worship in mainland Scandinavia. Look up at the roof with its charmingly naive roof paintings of angels, Christ on the cross and other biblical f
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Kongsberg Kirke
Norways largest baroque church, in the Old Town west of the river, officially opened in 1761. The rococo-style interior features ornate chandeliers and an unusual altar that combines the altarpiece, high pulpit and organ pipes on a single wall. In August there are organ recitals he
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Hildurs Urterarium
Around 400 types of herb, 100 varieties of rose and 1000 species of cactus flourish at Hildes Herb Garden, about 6km north of Brønnøysund; the team also produce their own wine. There are some rustic old farm buildings, a small art gallery and a shop that carries locally grown produ
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Gamle Bergen
The open-air Old Bergen Museum, 4km north of the city centre, boasts a fine collection of 35 structures from the 18th and 19th centuries. A 30-minute walk from Torget will get you there, or take bus 20, 23 or 24. Admission to the grounds (which are open all year) is free. In summer
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Lofoten Nature
Lofoten Nature displays, on two floors above the tourist office, the striking images of Lofoten wildlife photographer John Stenersen. The thoughtful, accessible text with its powerful ecological message is a stimulating condensed introduction to the ecosystems of the islands and th
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Håkonshallen
This large ceremonial hall, adjacent to the Rosenkrantz Tower, was constructed by King Håkon Håkonsson from 1247–61 and completed for his sons wedding and coronation. The roof was blown off in 1944 thanks to the explosion of a Dutch munitions boat, but extensive restoration has bee
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Flekkefjord Church
One building that stands out of the uniform streetscape is the unusual octagonal log-built Flekkefjord church, which was consecrated in 1833. Designed by architect H Linstow (he of the Royal Palace in Oslo), the octagonal theme continues throughout, with the columns, steeple and ba
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Bergen Akvariet
At the end of the pretty Nordnes Peninsula, this aquarium has a big outdoor tank with seals and penguins, plus 70 indoor ones, along with snakes, crocodiles and a shark tunnel. There are penguin and seal feedings throughout the day. On foot, you can get there from Torget in 20 minu
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Aalesunds Museum
The town museum illustrates the history of sealing, fishing, shipping and industry in the Sunnmøre region, the fire of 1904 and the towns Jugendstil rebirth and the German occupation during WWII. Theres also a collection of boats and ships, including the Uræd lifeboat (piloted acro
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rural building collection
Northeast of the centre and part of the Vefsn Museum , the rural building collection features 12 farmhouses, shops and the like from the 18th and 19th centuries, which you can view from the exterior. It has a pamphlet guide in English. Adjacent is the Dolstad Kirke (1735), built on
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