The Lobster Park at Espevær is the largest of its kind in Norway.
A unique wooden and metal structure, featuring varying roof heights and extensions – a veritable cathedral for the "Cardinal of the Sea" (the lobster). The park was built in 1887 by Chr. Bjelland from Stavanger.
The park covers a ground area of 950 m², with a roof spanning 1,500 m². Take the raft and step into this historic site! Originally, the park served as a transit station between local fishermen and buyers from the Continent and England. Chr. Bjelland’s local agent purchased lobsters from the fishermen, cared for and fed them, then packed and exported them.
The Lobster Park remained in operation until 1959. After years of neglect, restoration efforts began in 1993 and were completed in 1994. The project was awarded the “Europa Nostra Diploma” for exemplary restoration work and the site has since been protected by the Directorate for Cultural Heritage. The building holds significant cultural and historical value and is an integral part of Norway’s coastal heritage. It stands as a monument to an export industry that thrived from Espevær for over 300 years.
Inside the park, you’ll find various tools once used in lobster fishing, as well as exhibits detailing the history of lobsters and lobster fishing. There are also live lobsters and different fish species on display – a combined museum and aquarium!
The Lobster Park is open every summer.
There is also a souvenir shop on site.
Opening hours for summer 2025:
The park opens on the first weekend of week 26.
Opening hours are from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
Vipps payment is available at the Lobster Park.