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Avaldsnes

Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre

Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
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Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen Watch: Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen
Experience Norway’s Birthplace - Nordvegen History Centre

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Avaldsnes

Description

For 3000 years chieftains and kings controlled the strait Karmsundet – Nordvegen – the shipping lane that gave Norway its name.

At Nordvegen History Centre you can learn about the sovereigns that controlled the coast of Norway from Avaldsnes. Some of them are known from kings’ sagas and old songs. Others are known from archaeology.

You will also get a glimpse of the magic world that people once believed to be real. You’ll meet sorcerers, female warriors and Norse gods.
At Nordvegen History Centre the history will be told using instruments of our own time – it is a grand, informative and very exciting place to visit!

Souvenir shop with local literature, large and small Viking products. You can also purchase a selection of locally produced goods such as mittens and socks, and creams and soaps made from heather. You can also buy Viking jewellery, including Snorre jewellery.

Facilities

  • General facilities

    • food and beverage service

  • Season

    • all year round

  • Disabled persons

    • adapted for disabled
Adult
NOK 100 children NOK 50, senior NOK 75

Categories

  • Museums & Galleries Museums & Galleries
  • Theme parks Theme parks

Hours

4/29/2013 - 6/23/2013
Mon - Fri
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sun
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
6/24/2013 - 8/18/2013
Mon - Fri
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
8/19/2013 - 9/29/2013
Mon - Fri
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sun
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
9/30/2013 - 4/27/2014
Wed, Thu and Fri
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Sun
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Last updated: 4/17/2013 Source: Destinasjon Haugesund & Haugalandet
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What to do in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Interested in historical tours, landscape and recreational activities, culture and fjords? In Haugesund and Haugalandet you can experience it all.

Tourist information in Haugesund and Haugalandet

You will find tourist information offices throughout the Haugesund and Haugalandet region.

Where to stay in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Spend the night at a lighthouse in the open sea outside of Haugesund, or find a hotel or fishermen's cabin on the coast.

Key facts about Haugesund and Haugalandet

The Haugesund region is situated in the northern part of the county of Rogaland in Western Norway. Haugesund is the main city.

Scenic attractions in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Enjoy the white, sandy beaches of Karmøy, take a peek at Langfossen Waterfall in the Åkrafjord and go for a hike in the local mountains.

Dining in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Choose fresh delicacies delivered directly from the sea, or a local dish rich in tradition.

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