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One trip two countries Norway-Sweden – south

Day 1 – Karlstad

Sandgrund Lars Lerin – the once legendary dance palace that has now become a must-visit for culture enthusiasts. Lars Lerin is one of the foremost watercolorists in the Nordic region and Sweden's beloved artist. In the art gallery, you can see his magnificent paintings along with various guest exhibitors.

Värmland Museum

Värmlands Museum is just 2 minutes walk from Sandgrund Lars Lerin. Experience art and culture for both young and old, from local to international, modern to classical, at Värmlands Museum. Take the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch in the museum's restaurant.

Klässbols Linneväveri

Approximately a 1-hour drive from Värmlands Museum

At Klässbols Linneväveri, you'll find top-quality textile craftsmanship from Värmland.

Did you know that their tablecloths adorn the tables at the Nobel Banquet every year?

Ulvsby Manor

Approximately a 1-hour and 20-minute drive from Klässbols Linneväveri

Ulvsby Manor is family-owned and beautifully situated by Lake Fryken in Sunne.

Here, you'll live amidst history dating back to the 16th century.

Queen Christina owned it in the 17th century, and Selma Lagerlöf wrote about the manor in the novel "Gösta Berling's Saga."

Day 2

Mårbacka

Approximately a 10-minute drive from Alma Löv

Welcome to Mårbacka, where you can walk in Selma Lagerlöf's footsteps and enjoy the environment that surrounded her.

Get to know Selma Lagerlöf, not only as a writer but also as an employer and businesswoman, through a visit to her childhood home.

Sahlströmsgården

Approximately a 45-minute drive from Mårbacka

Welcome to a unique exhibition.

Sahlströmsgården in the idyllic Utterbyn in Torsby is a piece of Swedish cultural and art history.

Here, you can combine art and recreation, good food, and cozy accommodation.

Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes before reaching Magnor and Vestre.

After crossing the border, Magnor Glassworks awaits, established in 1896, where several generations of skilled glassworkers have shaped the history of the glassworks. Here, you can experience glass art and design.

Next, the journey takes you to The Plus, Vestre Furniture Factory – one of the world's most environmentally friendly furniture factories.

Vestre's furniture can be found all over the world, and The Plus, as the factory is called, is a gem in itself. Here, you can take a guided tour of the factory, walk on the roof, and enjoy furniture placed in nature, tailored for Hans Børli's poetry path. It's an exciting and different world in the deep forests right by the Swedish border and Magnor.

For lunch, you can choose to eat at Vestre or at Magnor Glassworks.

Festningen Hotel & Resort

The next stop on the tour is Kongsvinger Fortress – here, you can take a well-deserved rest and stay overnight at the old fortress from 1673. Dinner and a tour here are an experience. At the same time, you can watch the Glomma River flow by and overlook the vast forests towards Sweden.

Day 3

After a good night's sleep, you drive towards Lillestrøm. Here, you can visit Nitja – a modern art center focusing on contemporary art – and enjoy a delicious lunch in their café. Elvebredden Kunstpark is worth a stroll – here, you'll find 11 different artworks along the Nitelva River.

Here, you can choose to head up to the art hotel Quality Hotel Olavsgaard – for a good night's sleep. The entire hotel has with pictures, books, and artworks. Additionally, they have a good restaurant and bar. Alternatively, you can choose to visit Losby Gods with its unique history and outdoor decorations by Nico Widerberg – he has created several artworks in the garden symbolizing all the forest workers.

Day 4

The next morning, you can choose to stop by Galleri Würth, just a few minutes away. The collection here belongs to one of the largest private collections in Europe – the exhibition changes, and you can see works from Picasso to our own Edvard Munch.

Then, you drive northward, and on the way to Hurdalsjøen Hotel, you pass Kepler's Star at the exit to Oslo Airport Gardermoen – here, you can choose to drive towards Eidsvoll and visit Eidsvoll 1814 before heading to Wergelandshaugen with its own sculpture park and various artists hosting changing exhibitions indoors. You can find more information on their website. You can also choose to stay overnight in some of the micro-houses, each with its own unique architectural style. There's a café called Amalies Have with tasty dishes – if you're not staying overnight here, you can visit Hurdalsjøen Hotel, where they have their own garden filled with outdoor art, a wine cellar, a restaurant, and a spa.

If you're looking for something truly special and don't want to stay in a hotel, you can stay Eidsvoll Treetop Cabins – for your own private and quiet place.

The Rondane path – art in nature

This path is a collaborative project between the Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) Oslo and Omegn, the Municipality of Nannestad Municipality, Eidsvoll,Hamar and Hedmarken Trekking Association, and Lillehammer and Surrounding Trekking Association.

The trail stretches from Bjørvika in Oslo up through Nordmarka and Romeriksåsen to Nannestad. It passes on the north side of the main airport and passes by Eidsvollsbygningen, Eidsvoll 1814.

The trail crosses the Vorma south of Mjøsa and extends across Hedmarksvidda on the east side of Mjøsa.

It turns north just east of Lillehammer, riding the ridge on the east side of Gudbrandsdalen. It enters the trail network in Rondane at Gråhøgdbu and crosses Rondane from south to north. The trail ends at Hjerkinn on Dovre.

The Rondane Path is 460 km long, with accommodation options along the entire route. There are 32 unmanned cabins and shelters, as well as great opportunities for tents and hammocks.

The goal has been to create a continuous path from fjord to mountain, leading through several of the cultural treasures that Eastern Norway has to offer. The journey stretches from the Oslo Fjord to Dovrefjell, crossing mountains and valleys. Some places take you through residential areas, while others find yourself in a damp stream valley or completely on the mountain plateau. In other words, a variety of nature and cultural experiences.

Suggestions have been made for 6 stages, largely based on where it is possible to stay overnight. Feel free to go to each stage description and find the details. The entire route (with maps) is also described at www.rondanestien.dnt.no

Within the project, the following attractions are located along the trail:

Eidsvoll 1814 Museum: Conveys the history of the Constitution and Norwegian independence

The Church Ruins at Rokoberget: The church is mentioned in a papal letter as early as 1252

The Scaffold at Ekromsmyra: Norway's last execution in peacetime

Art experiences in Kongsvinger and Akerhus

Day 1

You can start your journey at Magnor Glass, established in 1896, where several generations of skilled glassworkers have shaped the history of the glassworks. Here, you can experience glass art and design. While time moves forward, development doesn't stand still, but much remains the same as molten sand magically transforms into sparkling glass. Here, you can try your hand at glassblowing, watch the professional glassblowers at work, and enjoy lunch in the café or take home some beautiful designs.

Next, head to The Plus, Vestre Furniture Factory, one of the world's most environmentally friendly furniture factories.

Vestre's furniture can be found all over the world, and The Plus, as the factory is called, is a gem in itself. Here, you can take a tour of the factory, walk on the roof, and explore furniture set in nature, adapted for Hans Børli's poetry path. It's a unique and exciting world in the deep forests near the Swedish border and Magnor.

For lunch, you can choose to dine at Vestre or at Magnor Glassworks.

The next stop on the tour is Kongsvinger Fortress – here, you can take a well-deserved rest and stay overnight at the old fortress from 1673. Dinner and a tour here are an experience, as you watch the Glomma River flow by and gaze out over the vast forests towards Sweden.

The Old Town in Kongsvinger is also worth a stroll – steep hills and old wooden houses have a unique charm.

Day 2

After a good night's sleep, head towards Lillestrøm. Here, you can visit Nitja – a modern art center focused on contemporary art – and enjoy a delicious lunch in the café there. Elvebredden Kunstpark is worth a walk – here, you'll find 11 different artworks along the Nitelva River.

You can choose to visit the art hotel Quality Hotel Olavsgaard for a good night's sleep. The entire hotel is decorated with pictures, books, and artworks. Additionally, they have a good restaurant and bar.

The trip can be made in both directions.

Experiences along the Oslo Fjord – Slow Travel

Experience the history, art, local food and drink, as well as the nature surrounding the Oslo Fjord at a leisurely pace over five days.

Slow Travel Day 1

Rent an electric car in Oslo

Norway is a country with good, well-organized infrastructure for environmentally friendly and sustainable transportation, either by public transport or electric car. Check out Avis.com for rental cars.

Henie Onstad Art Center

Approximately 20 minutes by car from Oslo city center

Henie Onstad Art Center offers a wide exhibition program of Norwegian and international contemporary art. Guided tours of all current exhibitions, or the Sculpture Park can be booked in Norwegian or English. Entrance fee NOK 160 + possible guiding for groups of up to 25 people NOK 1,800.

Wettre Brewery

Approximately 15 minutes by car from Henie Onstad

Would you like to learn about brewing and distillation at Wettre Bryggeri? Guided tour taking you into the production facility. Opportunity for beer and/or spirits tasting. The tour and tasting are easy to combine and will provide you with a great experience. If the weather is nice, tasting can be done outdoors. Price NOK 120 per person, beer/spirits tasting from NOK 385 per person (NB age limit).

Holmsbu Artist Church

Approximately 45 minutes by car from Wettre Brewery

Experience the artist church and learn about how the artists discovered Holmsbu – and about one of the world's largest artist colonies, which was located here from 1911 to 1961, most of the time under the leadership of Henrik Sørensen. The artists developed a close relationship with the people in the small fishing community, and 15 of them contributed to decorating the church, which the residents themselves had built through voluntary work. They created a truly unique church art, placing biblical stories in the local landscape, among other things. Price from NOK 1,500 a guided tour.

Accommodation at Badehotellet in Holmsbu

Approximately 5 minutes by car from Holmsbu Church

Badehotellet is beautifully situated in the idyllic village of Holmsbu in Asker. A traditional coastal hotel with roots dating back to the 1880s, offering a fine view of the sea and Holmsbu.

Accommodation at Villa Utsikten

Approximately 10-15 minutes by car from Holmsbu Church

Villa Utsikten is a unique and historic boutique hotel located idyllically at the outermost point where the Drammen Fjord meets the Oslo Fjord. The hosts have created a homely and unique accommodation for those who want something beyond ordinary hotels.

Slow Travel Day 2

Eplegården – The Apple Farm

Approximately 25 minutes by car from Villa Utsikten

Welcome to Eplegården, the only apple juice producer in Asker municipality. The microclimate is probably one of Norway's best for apple cultivation, benefiting from the fjord's temperature-moderating properties, while the sunlight conditions are unparalleled. Try Eplegården's alcohol-free juice products, taste the delicious Norwegian apple varieties, or simply enjoy the view over Drøbaksundet. You can also take a tour of the micro-distillery and taste apple brandy straight from the barrel. Price for 1–4 people NOK 600, then NOK 150 per person.

Håøya Naturverksted

Approximately 10 minutes by car from The Apple Farm to Sætre Harbor

Håøya Naturverksted is located on the largest island in the Oslo Fjord, where you'll find the cozy café and dairy farm of goat farmer Helge Haugen and his family. Here, there is a café and restaurant where they produce their own goat cheese from hand-milked cashmere goats, sourdough bread, pastries, and cured meats. Join a guided tour, hear storytelling, and have lunch in scenic surroundings. Boat from Sætre, tour, and lunch – price on request.

Activities in Drøbak:

Approximately 25 minutes by car from Sætre Harbor

Drøbak City Walk and Christmas House

Charming Drøbak has a long and exciting coastal cultural history and is one of the best-preserved wooden house towns in the Oslo Fjord. The one-hour walk gives you the essence of Drøbak, a city that has charmed artists, writers, and visitors for centuries. Include a visit to Santa's post office and Tregården's Julehus, Norway's only year-round open Christmas house, before enjoying lunch at one of Drøbak's many cafes. Price for city walk for 1-10 people NOK 1,000.

Oscarsborg Fortress with lunch

Take the ferry from Drøbak to Oscarsborg (about 5 minutes) to this beautiful and historic place consisting of two small islands connected by a bridge. Experience the history on a guided tour or visit one of the island's five museums. Enjoy lunch on historic ground at "Forpleiningen" or "Havnekroa." Price for guided tour spring/autumn for 1-35 people from NOK 2,500.

Coastal path from Drøbak to Ramme with fjord-side yoga

We invite you to a refreshing hike along the Oslo Fjord from Drøbak to Hvitsten with our local yoga teacher and Ramme guide Camilla Augusta. She is passionate about experiencing yoga in nature and offers archipelago yoga in the coast's hidden gems. The trip ends at magical Ramme, with a yoga session either at Edvard Munch's beach or in the beautiful Havlyst Park. Price from NOK 550 per person, minimum 2 people.

Accommodation at Ramme Fjord Hotel

Approximately 20 minutes by car from Drøbak

Ramme Fjord Hotel is a unique art hotel consisting of two buildings; The Distillery – built in 1880s factory style, and The Hostel – inspired by the 1780s and Scandinavian architecture. Each room is uniquely decorated and named after Munch paintings, famous Norwegian artists associated with the area, or family members of the Olsen family.

Slow Travel Day 3

Garden walk in Havlyst Park including Villa Munch

To experience the enchanting atmosphere at Ramme, we take you on a guided tour through the historical and magnificent Havlyst Park. Ramme also has a connection to Edvard Munch, as he lived here for several years and painted many vitalistic paintings from the area, and you can join an art walk down to his house. Price from NOK 495 per person.

Experience the figureheads in Hvitsten

Approximately 5 minutes by car from Ramme

Take a short drive from Ramme and make a stop in Hvitsten. The place grew in the 19th century because shipowners had winter storage here, and crew and officers settled in the area. It was here that the shipping empire Fred. Olsen started. Fred Olsen Lines has placed out 37 figureheads made by famous Norwegian contemporary artists, used on the company's ships in the period 1938 – 1976.

Gallery F-15 Moss

Approximately 45 minutes by car from Hvitsten via Son

Take the route via Son to Moss and Gallery F-15. The gallery is a leading art center and disseminator of contemporary art in Norway and the Nordic region, located in a historic manor landscape at Alby farm in Moss. The uniqueness of the gallery lies in the combination of art, historical architecture, nature, and recreation. On Sundays, admission is free for everyone, and there are guided tours available. You can also book private tours, prices on request.

Accommodation and dinner at Refsnes Gods (Refsnes Manor)

Approximately 5 minutes by car from Gallery F-15

For 250 years, hospitality and care for the estate's guests have been at the center of Refsnes Gods. In idyllic surroundings, a stone's throw from the Oslo Fjord, the hotel is located on beautiful Jeløy. On the ground floor of the old main building at Refsnes Gods lies Restaurant Munch, idyllically situated with a view over the garden and the Oslo Fjord. A classic restaurant in soft colors adorned with eight works by Edvard Munch.

Slow Travel Day 4

Art walk at Rødshue with campfire coffee and local stories

Approximately 75 minutes by car from Refsnes Gods

A refreshing, educational, and pleasant trip with campfire coffee stop at Rødshue, Hvaler. Art walk at Rødshue along the water where the guide talks about the artworks in the sculpture park, well mixed with local folklore and stories. There are visible traces of the stone cutting industry along with where the weather has left its mark on the landscape. A refreshing, educational, and pleasant trip with campfire coffee stop by the beach along the way. Price NOK 590 per person, minimum 5 people.

City walk and dinner in the Gamlebyen (the Old Town of Fredrikstad)

Approximately 35 minutes by car from Rødshue

Gamlebyen is one of Northern Europe's best-preserved fortified towns, located at the mouth of the Glomma River in Fredrikstad. It consists of buildings from the 1700s and fortifications with ramparts, moats, and gates from the 1600s. The Old Town is a vibrant city with about 400 inhabitants, exciting shops, museums, galleries, restaurants, and cafes. The activity ends with dinner at Majoren, VÆRK, or Café Magenta. Price for guided tour NOK 3,000 for up to 25 people. Dinner is additional.

Accommodation Gamlebyen Hotel

Gamlebyen Hotel Fredrikstad is a small hotel gem with a great location in the Old Town, surrounded by beautiful nature and historical buildings. Gamlebyen Hotel is located in the venerable Graffgården, in the Old Town. All rooms have been refurbished recently and are equipped with TV and free Wifi. Breakfast buffet is served at VÆRK just around the corner.

Slow Travel Day 5

Borgarsyssel Museum

Approximately 20 minutes by car from the Old Town Fredrikstad

Borgarsyssel Museum is located in the heart of the old medieval town Borg, founded by King Olav the Holy (Saint Olav) in 1016. The museum documents and conveys cultural history from all of Østfold from the Middle Ages to the present day. Borgarsyssel Museum has county-wide collections and is an open-air museum with around 20 antiquarian buildings.

Soli Brug – art

Approximately 15 minutes by car from Borgarsyssel

Since 1978, Soli Brug has evolved into an important place for art. Today, Soli Brug appears as a courtyard with 8 preserved houses and sawmill ruins by Ågårdselva. In historical surroundings, visitors can experience art in four houses and visit the restaurant by the dam. On the courtyard, there are also homes for the family, a framing workshop, and a studio. Free admission, guided tours on request.

Return to Oslo

Approximately 60 minutes by car from Soli Brug

Drive the electric car back to the rental location in Oslo.

Disclaimer:

All requests will be subject to availability and actual prices at the time of reservation. Described tour elements and itinerary are based on known information at the time and subject to changes.

The Womens Museum

The museum now has four exhibitions:

‘In the public eye’
In this exhibition you can learn more about the women who led the way in different areas of society, about what society was concerned with in different periods, and you can contribute your own stories and describe your perception of their status today.

‘Play for life’
An exhibition about childhood and youth, boys and girls, past and present. What determines what is girly, and what does it do to our bodies?

‘Your Dagny’
Dagny Juel Przybyszewska (1867-1901) lived a short and intense life among the bohemians at the turn of the last century. She trained as a pianist and began writing when she was 26 years old. Four plays, four prose lyrics, a short story and a handful of poems have been preserved from her oeuvre. How did a young woman from Kongsvinger become one of the most prominent and mythical avant-garde artists?

The exhibition Din Dagny gives an insight into Dagny Juel's family, her childhood, adolescence and adult life as a bohemian and artist.

At the museum you'll also find ‘Kafe Bohem’, which is open during the museum's opening hours and serves cake and coffee.

‘HYSJ! Stories about abortion and sexuality’
At all times and in all countries, women have had abortions. With this exhibition, we want to contribute to more knowledge, break down taboos and open up conversations about a topic that affects many people.

Opening hours:

Winter and spring season 1 February – 18 May: Saturday and Sunday 12-16.

Summer season 20 May – 31 August: Tuesday to Sunday 11-17.

Autumn season 6 September – 30 November: Saturday and Sunday 12-16.

Open to school classes and groups by advance booking all year round.

Experiences along the Oslofjord – Sustainable Tourism

Good sustainable experiences around the Oslo Fjord. Try out a three- or four-day trip with an electric car, close-to-nature experiences and local food. Here you get the opportunity to contribute locally with beach cleaning and picking Pacific oysters, which are an unwanted and alien species in our waters.

Responsible tourism day 1

Rent an electric car in Oslo

Norway is a country with good, well developed infrastructure so you will be able to get around in an environmentally and sustainably good way, either by public transport or by electric car. Check out Avis.com for rental cars.

Oyster harvesting on Jeløya

About 60 minutes by car from central Oslo

Join Ut I det Fri on a trip along the Oslo Fjord's beaches where we join and help clear parts of the beach of Pacific oysters, which are an unwanted and invasive species in our waters. We will take a break from picking and gather around the fire to test the local specialty “sausage in waffle”. Price 1-15 people from NOK 5,000.

Canoeing on a lake

About 30 minutes by car from Jeløya

Canoe trip in Vansjø. Vansjø was chosen by the travel panel in Aftenposten as one of ten recommended travel destinations in 2021. Here you can rent spacious and stable canoes (2-seater and 3-seater) for great canoe trips to experience Vansjø. Information and guidance is provided when renting a canoe. Price NOK 400 per canoe (2-4 people, life jackets included.

Alpaca walk – Østre Kjærnes

Join an alpaca walk in beautiful surroundings where anyone over the age of 12 can lead and look after their own alpaca on a guided tour in the beautiful nature around the Alpakka farm. The Alpaca Walk experience lasts around 90 minutes. The tour starts with an introduction about alpacas, then we walk with a guide for around 30 – 45 minutes. Price from NOK 449 per person.

Accommodation in apartments on Østre Kjærnes gård (farm)

Østre Kjærnes gård has an idyllic and sheltered location with a shoreline facing Vansjø and a view from east to west. The farm consists of several buildings, including our ochre-yellow brewery which was rebuilt in 2013 and furnished with 3 bright and classic holiday apartments. All the apartments have wireless broadband and are well equipped, so here you can enjoy a home-cooked dinner.

Responsible tourism day 2

Rygge Dairy

About 30 minutes by car from Østre Kjærnes

Rygge Meieri was originally established in 1879 and reopened in 2020 in the traditional premises of Rygge train station. Rygge Meieri is the only local dairy in the Østfold region that produces local cheese using organic milk from its own farm. Open sales a few days a week.

Old town Fredrikstad – Guided city tour

About 35 minutes by car from Rygge Meieri

Gamlebyen is one of Northern Europe's best-preserved fortified towns and is located at the Glomma's outlet in Fredrikstad. It consists of buildings from the 18th century and fortifications with ramparts, moats and rampart gates from the 17th century. Gamlebyen is a lively city with approx. 400 inhabitants, exciting shops, museums, galleries, restaurants and cafes.

Beach cleaning with Storm Event

About 40 minutes by car from Gamlebyen to Skjærhalden

Join the beach clean-up in collaboration with Kystlotteriet, an initiative for a cleaner coast and fjord. We select an islet or island where we clear rubbish after a nice RIB tour. Duration approx. 3 hours. Price 1-10 people from NOK 9,500.

Accommodation Homlungen lighthouse

Homlungen lighthouse is idyllically located on an islet outside Skjærhalden on Kirkøy in Hvaler. It is a harmonious small lighthouse and a protected cultural monument from 1867. Homlungen is separated from Kirkøy by a strait of only a few metres. At Homlungen lighthouse, the lighthouse itself is set up for hire and has 12 beds. The lighthouse has a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and stove. The old chicken house has been built with a toilet and shower. The islet Homlungen lighthouse is located on is part of the Ytre Hvaler National Park. There is electricity on the island. Price from NOK 2,700 per day.

Responsible tourism day 3

Local food in Frogn

About 80 minutes by car from Skjærhalden

Take a detour off the motorway and stop by Bringebærlandet where, in addition to selling raspberries in season, they sell self-produced raspberry wine from their farm outlet. For fresh vegetables, take a trip to Haneborg farm where, in season, there is self-picking of peas, beans, corn, potatoes and other vegetables.

Coastal path walk – Roald Amundsen's home

About 15 minutes by car from Bringebærlandet

Starting from DNT's facility at Breivoll, you follow the coastal path along the water towards Svartskog. The fit can follow the path all the way to polar explorer Roald Amundsen's home Uranienborg. Here you can get a guided tour of the beautiful villa, which stands as a time capsule from when he locked the door and disappeared in 1928. Price for 1-10 people NOK 2,000.

Those who don't want such a long trip can turn around whenever they want and return to Breivoll.

Overnight and dinner at Breivoll farm

Breivoll Gård is a year-round serviced DNT (The Norwegian Trekking Association) cabin with accommodation, a farm cafe and various activities for young and old. The farm is idyllically located by the beautiful Bunnefjorden, surrounded by large grasslands, forests and rocky outcrops. Relax your shoulders, enjoy nature and silence just a stone's throw from the capital. Price from NOK 1,550 per person in double room, including dinner and breakfast.

Responsible tourism day 4

Morning kayaking on the Bunnefjord

Get up early to enjoy the morning on the Bunnefjord in a kayak. If you do not have experience and a kayak "certificate", you can do the activity with an instructor. Price on request.

Return to Oslo

About 30 minutes by car from Breivoll

Drive the electric car back to the rental location in Oslo.

Disclaimer:

All requests will be subject to availability and actual prices at the time of reservation. Described tour elements and itinerary are based on known information at the time and subject to changes.

Art trip in the area around Eidsvoll and Hurdal

Let yourself be inspired by a breather and replenishment of art in Upper Romerike, starting at Eidsvoll.

The trip can be extended or only taken as a day trip by train to Eidsvoll.

Wergelandshaugen, a small art and cultural destination in the heart of Eidsvoll and within walking distance of Eidsvoll station. Here you can experience outdoor art, silence, a delicious lunch in Amalies Have – and in addition, you can also spend the night in one of the micro houses if you want to stay overnight,

You can choose to take the trip further (then you must have a car) and then the next stop is then Hurdal and Hurdalsjøen Hotell.

Here you can experience more outdoor art, in the garden together with a relaxed atmosphere. If you are hungry and fancy for a dinner or lunch – local food is served in the AX restaurant, take time for a trip to the SPA facility, outside or in the indoor sauna all year round. Accommodation here is self-indulgent no problem I

If you want to spend more days, you can find more exciting accommodations and suggestions as Lauv Treetopcabin where you have posibilties for hiking both summer and winterrtime – and of course visit Carsten Ankers house.

There are options on the trip before you head further south in the area for more art experiences.

One trip two countries Norway-Sweden – north

Day 1 – Karlstad

Värmland Museum

Dömle Manor Spa and Resort

Overnight at this beautiful manor – Approximately a 30-minute drive from Värmlands Museum to Deje.

Dömle Manor is a morning gift from the year 1446. It offers everything from fine manor rooms to modern hotel rooms with views of Småriss Lake.

Day 2

Old Power Station in Deje About a 10-minute drive from Dömle. Experiencing the exhibitions in a well-preserved industrial environment like at the Old Power Station adds another dimension to the experience

Rackstad Museum Approximately 1 hour's drive from Deje. Continue your cultural journey through Värmland and visit Rackstad Museum. Here you'll find a unique part of Swedish art history in cozy surroundings. Enjoy coffee and delicious food, and shop in their store

Magnor About 40 minutes drive to magnor from Rakstad museum

Next, the journey takes you to The Plus, Vestre Furniture Factory – one of the world's most environmentally friendly furniture factories.

For lunch, you can choose to eat at Vestre or at Magnor Glassworks.

Festningen Hotel & Resort

Day 3

The day begins with a visit to Finnetunet in Svullrya, in the heart of the Norwegian Finnskogen (Finnish forest).

Here, visitors are given a tour of the traditional crafts such as birch bark weaving. These deep forests were populated by Finnish immigrants from the late 1500s, and a large part of Norway's population still has roots from this community. Along the way, one can visit PAN Treetop Cabins. These steel treetop cabins, designed by architect Espen Surnevik, have won several awards for their distinctive architecture and attract many international guests. Located in the middle of the forest with only the rustling of the tree canopies for company, it's a fantastic place for relaxation and closeness to nature.

Gravberget Church is designed after the tall form of a spruce tree and is related to both old stave churches and contemporary architecture. The church is a distinctive artwork – a national treasure. It's considered one of the ten rarest church buildings in the world. Artists Dag Frogner and Thorstein Rittun are behind the fantastic decorations in the church. Another uniqueness is the sculpture "Mary with the Child" by Arnold Haukeland. It stands on the altar, – and is the only one of its kind as a symbol in a Lutheran church.

After visiting this church, we enjoy a delicious lunch at the idyllic Gravberget Farm before heading to yet another unique church. When the old Våler Church burned down in 2009, it was decided to build a modern church designed by architect Espen Surnevik,(same architect as Pan Tretopp Cabins) which was inaugurated by Bishop Fiske in 2015. It was nominated for the Architecture Prize in 2015 and was awarded the State Building Award for 2016. Våler Church is clad in wood, both inside and out. Våler is a forest municipality, and therefore has chosen wood as the primary material for the church.

Then, the journey continues to Elverum and Thon Partner Hotel Central in the heart of Elverum.

Day 4

The day begins with a walk among Skule Waksvik's works in Elverum. Waksvik mainly used motifs from nature, animals, and women in his art. Many of his works were commissioned for public spaces. In 2000, Elverum acquired its 370-kilo heavy "Skiløpersoldaten" (Skier Soldier) in the roundabout at Glomma, and a herd of moose can be found in front of the ANNO Forest Museum.

The tour then proceeds to Løten, the birthplace of Edvard Munch.

In Hamar, we visit Domkirkeodden, a cultural history museum on Domkirkeodden in Hamar, consisting of Storhamarlåven, the Hamar Cathedral ruins with a glass conservatory, a folk museum, and a herb garden. Storhamarlåven was in use until 1963 when it was decided to convert the 18th-century building into a modern museum according to drawings by architect Sverre Fehn. The renovation was awarded the Betongtavlen (Concrete Plaque) architectural prize in 1976.

Experiences along the Oslo Fjord – By, on, and in the Oslo Fjord

Enjoy great experiences by, on, and in the Oslo Fjord. Try out a three-day trip with varied experiences in spring and autumn. Here, you can experience everything from adrenaline-filled rides with RIB boats, coasteering adventures by the shoreline, and kayaking to spa experiences, a dip in the fjord, and delicious dinners.

By, on, and in the Oslo Fjord Day 1

Boat from Oslo to Drøbak

Experience the Oslo Fjord's most affordable boat trip, route B-21 from Aker Brygge to Drøbak departing at 10:00. Check #ruter for times and days.

Experiences in Drøbak

Guided city walk in Drøbak. Charming Drøbak boasts a long and exciting coastal cultural history and is one of the best-preserved wooden towns in the Oslo Fjord. The one-hour walk gives you the essence of Drøbak, a city that has charmed artists, writers, and visitors over time. Price for 1-10 people NOK 1,000.

Drøbak Aquarium showcases the rich marine life of the Oslo Fjord up close and is the only saltwater aquarium in Eastern Norway. Learn about the life in the Oslo Fjord by one of their staff. Price for 1-10 people NOK 1,000.

Lunch with a view

Enjoy lunch with one of the best views of the Oslo Fjord at Café Sjøstjernen Drøbak.

Drøbak RIB safari

Take the sea route in a RIB boat from Drøbak to Son and experience both wave riding, the scent of seawater combined with local stories. The adrenaline-filled journey starts at Drøbak guest harbor, passing charming wooden houses and beaches along the coast, past the cultural destination Ramme where Edvard Munch once lived, and on to Son Spa. Price for 1-12 people NOK 10,000.

CampSoon kayaking

Kayaking is a sport suitable for almost everyone, providing good exercise and offering fantastic nature experiences. In Son, you can paddle in beautiful archipelagos or exciting river courses. Opportunities for training for beginners. Price from NOK 395 per person.

Sauna raft at Son Spa

Enjoy a warm sauna with a refreshing dip in the Oslo Fjord from Son Spa's sauna raft before dinner. Price included in the accommodation price.

Son Spa

Check in at the hotel by the waterfront. Enjoy a spa stay including accommodation, breakfast, spa entrance, sauna raft, and loan of bathrobe and slippers. Price from NOK 2,500 in a double room.

Dinner in Son

Have dinner at the hotel or walk to downtown Son (about 1 km) to enjoy a meal at Restaurant Sjøboden.

By, on, and in the Oslo Fjord Day 2

Explore the region by public transport

Use public transport from Son Spa to Høysand, near the Swedish border. Check EnTur.no for transport options.

Restaurant Salt

In the innermost part of Skjebergkilen, you'll find Restaurant Salt, offering a great dining experience in beautiful natural surroundings. Here, you can enjoy today's lunch before continuing your journey.

Storm Event – Oyster tour

Experience the coast and the archipelago from Høysand to Skjærhalden. The trip takes you out into the Hvaler archipelago, where we make a stop to taste locally picked oysters. Price for 1-10 people from NOK 11,550.

Hvaler Gjestgiveri

The archipelago hotel on Hvaler. Hvaler Gjestgiveri is nestled on Kirkøy, in a grove of trees with waving fields and forest around, just a 10-minute walk to the sea. The hotel offers dinner focusing on local food and seasonal ingredients. Price from NOK 1,590 for room/breakfast.

By, on, and in the Oslo Fjord Day 3

Coasteering with Ut i det Fri

Coasteering is a coastal walk with a taste of saltwater. Put on a wetsuit, life jacket, and helmet before setting off along the shoreline. Coasteering is a refreshing experience where you follow the terrain in coves and gullies on the rocks – jumping, walking, climbing, and swimming to navigate through the water. Price NOK 3,690 for 1 – 4 people, then NOK 990 per person.

Return to Oslo

Take the bus from Hvaler to Oslo. Check EnTur for price, schedule, and stops.

Disclaimer:

All requests will be subject to availability and actual prices at the time of reservation. Described tour elements and itinerary are based on known information at the time and subject to changes.

Art experiences in the region of Lillestrøm

A short distance from Lillestrøm station you will find a selection of works of art!

Elvebredden Art Park with its 11 works of outside sculpture and art – creates experiences and impressions along the Nitelva in Lillestrøm and the Sagelva in Sagdalen. It is owned and operated by Lillestrøm municipality.

few minutes from the train station you will find Nitja – center for contemporary art, which is one of Akershus places for contemporary art.

Changing exhibitions mean that you can experience many different artists and works of art throughout the year.

There is also a café at the center if you fancy a coffe break.Within 2 minutes of walk you head toward the art gallery Studio Oscar – here you can see different exhibition and buy som pieces of art. After this you can an take the trip to Blaker Skanse – which functioned as a small fortress" and defense in the period from 1683-1894 – and was built as a defense against the Swedes.

Today it is an art haven where many artists today have their workshops and studios in the area, and there is also a gallery and a café here.

On this tour you can also take the trip to Guttormsgard Archives – Blaker Meieri – which reflects a particular interest in alternative storytelling, artistic publishing and experimental communication.

When Guttorm Guttormsgaard wanted "a more generous and spacious history of art", it was both about what the concept of art should include and about how art could be communicated in the most vivid way possible to a diverse audience.

You can choose whether you want to take the train to/from Blaker station (Kongsvingerbanen) or whether you want to drive.

Travel tips: Take the train to Lillestrøm – after the tour in the city you can take the Kongsvingerbanen to Blaker for Blaker Skanse and Blaker Dairy The trip can also be done by car.