Halsnøy Kloster

Halsnøy Monastery

  • Drone photo of Halsnøy Monastery with the Hardangerfjord in the background.
  • Halsnøy Monastery from the front.
  • The gardens of Halsnøy Monastery.
  • Halsnøy Monastery on a sunny summer day.
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    Kvinnherad, Vestland

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Feel the history and take a trip to Halsnøy Monastery. In the historical area, which dates back to the year 1163, there are guided tours, exhibitions, lectures and concerts throughout the year.

The monastery was established in 1163 by Erling Skakke. Visitors today will find monastery ruins from the 14th century, a large farmhouse from 1841, and gardens. Guided tours, exhibitions, lectures, and concerts. The area is beautifully located at the inlet of the Hardangerfjord and is one of several premises managed by the Sunnhordland museum. Halsnøy monastery can be rented for meetings and functions. Open on request outside the summer season.


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Source: Destination Hardanger Fjord AS