"Viking Summer" at Stiklestad

Play like the vikings! Experiences for the whole family.

At the medieval farm Stiklastadir, the children can join the play battle, you can shoot with a bow and arrow and visit the Vikings' longhouse; Stiklastadir. Join our guides on a guided tour of Stiklestad, experience historical exhibitions and enjoy a good meal in the restaurant.

The summer program at Stiklestad runs from 21.6 - 3.8 2025

Daily Programme:

(See full schedule and area map on-site)

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  Guided tours (in Norwegian and English)
  

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  Storytelling about Norse gods
  

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  Historical theatre for children and adults
  

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  “The Viking Mock Battle” – fight like a Viking with sword and shield
  

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  Feeding the animals (pigs, sheep, chickens)
  

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  Try Viking crafts, archery, and traditional games
  

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  Historical exhibitions and interactive experiences
  

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  Reenacted Viking burial ceremony
  

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  Exciting walking theatre: “Return – Recipient Unknown”
  

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  Family-friendly museum café and play areas
  

️ Stiklastadir – the Viking Farm:

This living farm bustles with activity—outdoors and indoors. Meet the animals, test your strength and agility in Viking games, learn traditional crafts, and dress up like a Viking for a photo!

The Longhouse:

Step inside the ceremonial hall and living quarters to hear stories from the Viking Age—especially the events leading up to the Battle of Stiklestad.

The Guest Loft:

Discover how the Battle of Stiklestad shaped Norwegian history through captivating tales.

⚔️ The Viking Mock Battle:

Join the peasant army or the king’s men and take part in a fun and safe mock battle. For children age 5 and up.

Viking Games:

Try archery, ride Thor’s wagon, navigate the pilgrimage labyrinth, and more. Viking clothes and gear available for photos.

Storytelling:

Learn about the old Norse gods—Thor, Odin, and the rest—through interactive storytelling sessions.

Traditional Building:

Our skilled craftspeople are constructing Stuggu, a new timber building using medieval techniques.

⚰️ Viking Burial Ceremony:

Take part in a reenactment of a noble Viking burial—maybe even as a volunteer!

Viking Food:

Discover Viking food traditions. Inside the longhouse, we serve Viking-style sausages, drinks, and more.

The Folk Museum:

30 historic buildings from the 1600s–1800s create a charming setting for fun and learning.

Molåna Café:

Enjoy coffee, cake, waffles, and juice served by friendly hosts in period clothing.

Feeding the Animals:

Join us in caring for the farm’s animals—always a highlight for the kids.

Children’s Farmyard & Shop:

At Vegvoktertunet, little ones can play with wooden animals, jump rope, and listen to old-time stories from our staff.

“Return – Recipient Unknown”

This brand-new walking theatre follows a postman delivering letters that never reached their destination. Travel through time and discover dramatic, romantic, and historic tales from Verdal (1813–1952).

Ingvaldsengården:

See our digital exhibit “The Bench” and meet the traditional craft of building preservation.

Guided Tours:

Join guided tours tailored for both adults and children. Learn the story of Saint Olav and the famous Battle of Stiklestad.

️ Exhibitions in the Main Building:

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  “Stiklestad 1030” – Explore the shift from Norse beliefs to Christianity.
  

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  “Stories of the Saint King” – Discover Saint Olav’s life and legacy.
  

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  NEW: “In the Footsteps of Saint Olav” – A look at Olav’s sainthood and the history of pilgrimage.
  

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  NEW: “Borderlands – Gaskelaante” – How has climate change shaped landscapes and heritage? Explore using VR and 3D.
  

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  Mini-exhibit: “Stiklestad for the Next Thousand Years” – Learn about the future main exhibition and how it's co-created.
  

⛪ Stiklestad Church:

Believed to stand on the very site where Olav Haraldsson fell in 1030. Open 1 July – 15 August from 11:00–18:00.

Cultural Centre:

Here you’ll find ticket sales, information, exhibitions, the Skalden restaurant, and Scandic Stiklestad Hotel.

️ Ticket Info:

Entry to Stiklastadir, the folk museum, storytelling, tours, and exhibitions is included in the day pass.

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  Adults: NOK 225 online / 250 on-site
  

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  Children accompanied by adults: Free
  

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  Youth (13–18): Free
  

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  Stiklestad Card holders: Free
  

Scandic Stiklestad also has hotel packages (accommodation at Scandic Stiklestad + day ticket Viking Summer).

Book at stiklestad.no, call 740 44200 or book here with the booking code 380VIKING..

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