During the war, the resistance group Vestige IV kept hidden in the outlying fields near Mysing Farm in Helleland. Others who had fled the occupying forces also found their way here. It was people from Mysing Farm who drew the resistance fighters’ attention to this suitable hiding place.
The caves at Mysing
Mysinghålå is the larger of the two caves that were used as a refuge. This cave was fitted out with a stove, shelves, a table and a window to make it possible to stay there for any length of time. The other cave, which was used first, was less suitable due to limited space and water seeping in. It is not signposted today, but it is only a few minutes’ walk away.
Resistance and activity
From Mysinghålå, both sabotage and intelligence work were carried out against the German forces. During 1944–45, up to 14 saboteurs and refugees were based here at the same time. Despite this activity, the hideout was never discovered by the Germans.
The walk today
Today, the path to Mysinghålå is clearly marked and easy to follow. From the E39 between Helleland and Ualand, turn off towards Mysing and follow the marked trail from the car park. The walk takes around 40 minutes at a leisurely pace.
