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Tromsø Library and City Archives.
Photo: Mark Ledingham / Tromsø Library and City Archives
Photo: Mark Ledingham / Tromsø Library and City Archives
The Norwegian booktown Fjærland.
Photo: Marcus Tacker / CC BY-ND 2.0
Photo: Marcus Tacker / CC BY-ND 2.0
Literature
Get to know Henrik Ibsen
As one of the founders of modernism in theatre, Henrik Ibsen is often referred to as “the father of realism” and the second most influential playwright of all times – after Shakespeare, that is.
6 libraries you need to visit
In Norwegian libraries, you can borrow anything from electric bikes to guitars and hammocks. And did you know that our libraries are considered some of the most beautiful in the world? Check out the brand-new Deichman Bjørvika in Oslo and five other stunning libraries.
Author Gunnar Staalesen's cultural triangle in Bergen
Explore Bergen with the king of Nordic noir and Varg Veum author Gunnar Staalesen, and let him guide you to his favorite cultural spots, places to eat and stay.
Visit a Norwegian book town
Books on the pier, bookshelves at bus stops, plenty of second-hand bookshops, and exciting literature events and festivals! Book lovers should head to Fjærland and Tvedestrand this summer.
Crime time: Norwegian Easter equals brutal murders
Every year the Norwegian love for “Easter crime” makes headlines and tops the lists of strange ways to celebrate the holiday around the world.
The Future Library
Famous authors like Margaret Atwood, David Mitchell, Sjón, and Karl Ove Knausgård are all contributing to a forest of books on the outskirts of Oslo.
58 reviews
The Petter Dass-museum at Alstahaug is The County of Nordland´s millennium site. The museum is dedicated to…
Go to: Petter Dass museum
Petter Dass museum
SANDNESSJØENThe Petter Dass-museum at Alstahaug is The County of Nordland´s millennium site. The museum is dedicated to…
42 reviews
Norway's first and Europe's largest house of its kind is dedicated to literature in the widest sense of the…
Go to: House of Literature (Litteraturhuset)
House of Literature (Litteraturhuset)
OsloNorway's first and Europe's largest house of its kind is dedicated to literature in the widest sense of the…
24 reviews
Welcome to the home of Nobel laureate Sigrid Undset (1882–1949), one of Norway's great female writers.…
Go to: Bjerkebæk - Sigrid Undset's home
Bjerkebæk - Sigrid Undset's home
LillehammerWelcome to the home of Nobel laureate Sigrid Undset (1882–1949), one of Norway's great female writers.…
The art project SitatIBSEN consists of 69 Henrik Ibsen quotes in stainless steel that have been placed on the…
Go to: Ibsen Sitat
Ibsen Sitat
The art project SitatIBSEN consists of 69 Henrik Ibsen quotes in stainless steel that have been placed on the…
218 reviews
The Norwegian book town sells used books in beautiful Fjærland. Here are 150,000 books in all categories, for…
Go to: Bokbyen - The Norwegian Booktown
Bokbyen - The Norwegian Booktown
SogndalThe Norwegian book town sells used books in beautiful Fjærland. Here are 150,000 books in all categories, for…
30 reviews
The Nobel laureate Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson lived here with his family from 1875. The home is one of the best…
Go to: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson's home Aulestad
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson's home Aulestad
GausdalThe Nobel laureate Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson lived here with his family from 1875. The home is one of the best…
26 reviews
Litteraturhuset Fredrikstad (the House of Literature) is dedicated to literature and culture. Along with many…
Go to: The House of Literature Fredrikstad
The House of Literature Fredrikstad
FredrikstadLitteraturhuset Fredrikstad (the House of Literature) is dedicated to literature and culture. Along with many…
4 reviews
The Garborg Centre is an arena where you encounter author couple Arne and Hulda Garborg. Through interactive…
Go to: Garborgsenteret
Garborgsenteret
TimeThe Garborg Centre is an arena where you encounter author couple Arne and Hulda Garborg. Through interactive…
Olav Duun is a Norwegian author who was nominated to the Nobel Prize in Literature several times. Olav Duun is…
Go to: Visit the childhood home of author Olav Duun
Visit the childhood home of author Olav Duun
NamsosOlav Duun is a Norwegian author who was nominated to the Nobel Prize in Literature several times. Olav Duun is…
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Art and culture
From award-winning museums and architectural masterpieces to renowned food, film and music festivals. Norway is more than just stunning nature!
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Grand openings: 9 brand new reasons to visit Norway
The Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta reveals plans to renew the Kon-Tiki Museum. But that is only one of many new attractions opening in the next couple of years. From a stunning whale museum to self-driving ferries – here are some of the highlights!
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11 safe bets for culture lovers
Iconic architecture and Michelin restaurants, historic hotels, exciting street art, sculpture parks, and lush gardens. Check out our top tips for everyone who wants rich cultural experiences and fine dining on their holiday in Norway.
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The world-famous painter Edvard Munch
Edvard Munch earned his place in history with artwork influenced by his restless soul and the Norwegian nature. Meet the creator of the iconic masterpiece The Scream.
