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For 3000 years chieftains and kings controlled the strait Karmsundet – Nordvegen – the shipping lane that gave Norway its name. At Nordvegen History Centre you can learn about the sovereigns that controlled the coast of Norway from Avaldsnes. Some of them are known from kings’ sagas and old songs. Others are known from archaeology. You will also get a glimpse of the magic world that people once believed to be real. You’ll meet sorcerers, female warriors and Norse gods. At Nordvegen History Centre the history will be told using instruments of our own time – it is a grand, informative and very exciting place to visit!
Souvenir shop with local literature, large and small Viking products. You can also purchase a selection of locally produced goods such as mittens and socks. You can also buy Viking jewellery, including Snorre jewellery.
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Recent Reviews:
- Adam VBrisbane, AustraliaInteresting and Factual, Most Enjoyable
Monday, 26th August 2019When travelling through Norway, we were lucky enough for a friend to take us to this amazing place. Not only did we enjoy the visit immensely we truly learnt a lot about the history of the Viking's... Read full review - dsl652Aylesbury, United KingdomAn interesting visit
Thursday, 29th August 2019The History Centre is a very well designed museum of Viking history. It was also interesting to see the adjacent archaeological excavations. The nearby re-constructed Viking farm settlement was also... Read full review - kenneth dSandnes, NorwayEnjoyable environmentTuesday, 28th April 2020Beautiful, quiet wooded area. The houses are fascinating to see from outside. The gates were closed on the day of our visit. Read full review
Map & Directions
Public Transport Directions
Bus
Kolumbus bus 209 and 210 run from Haugesund to Avaldsnes. From here it is about 10 min walk to Nordvegen History Center. For schedules see: www.kolumbus.no
Video
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTj3XAspApw
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