Fransehagen Cafe & Bistro
Fransehagen Cafe & Bistro is a family-run restaurant in Visnes. The restaurant is open from May to September, and all year round on request for groups.
Fransehagen Café & Bistro is a family-run restaurant, bar and function room serving Norwegian food with a French twist. The area at Visnes has a rich mining history, and it was from here that the copper for the Statue of Liberty in New York came. The building that houses the bistro dates back to 1865 and served as the headquarters for the mining operations. Combine a good meal at Fransenhagen Bistro & Café with a visit to the Visnes Mining Museum.
What kind of food is served here?
Fransehagen Bistro & Café serves Norwegian food with a French twist, and the menu includes hot and cold lunch dishes, coffee and sweets. The café has a liquor licence and offers a selection of cider, beer and wine. The café uses high-quality ingredients from local producers and its own farm, Skeie Gård, which is only 2 kilometres away.
You can find the full menu on Franshagen's website or Facebook page.
When is Franshagen Café & Bistro open?
Fransehagen is open from 11 May - 4 September. During this period it is open Monday - Thursday 10.00 - 14.00, and Sundays 10.00 - 16.00. For companies, conferences and other events, Fransehagen is open all year round on request.
Do I need to book a table in advance at Fransehagen Café & Bistro?
It's a good idea to book a table if you're a larger group, but Fransehagen Café & Bistro is of course also open for drop-in.
Is there parking near Fransehagen Café & Bistro?
There is free parking just outside the bistro.
How do I get to Fransehagen Café & Bistro at Visnes?
The easiest way to get to Fransehagen Bistro & Café is by car, car hire or taxi. There is no scheduled bus service to the area. If you're travelling to Haugesund on a cruise, one of the Hop On - Hop Off buses stops at Visnes.
Can I hire Fransehagen Café & Bistro for parties, meetings etc.
Fransehagen Café & Bistro is a unique venue for conferences, parties, Christmas parties, private functions, weddings and other events worth celebrating. Get in touch and they'll tailor a programme to suit your occasion.
What is the capacity of the function room at Franshagen?
The main room has a capacity of 75 guests, and the private Chambre de France can accommodate 15 guests. The entire bistro has a total capacity of 90 guests. Both rooms have AV equipment for professional organisation of meetings, courses etc.
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Fransehagen Cafe & Bistro