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Son – by the sunny shores of the Oslofjord

Just 40 minutes south of Oslo you will find the idyllic coastal town of Son, located on the sunny side of the Oslofjord.

Son is known for its old city center with wooden houses and narrow alleyways often associate with cities along the southernmost coast of Norway.

Son offers a wide variety of cafes and restaurants as well as small niche boutiques. Only 10 minutes away You will find Oslo Fashion Outlet in Vestby, a good place to visit in combination with Son.

During the summer season there is a boat connection from Oslo during the weekend.

Enjoy the good life in Son. Enjoy a restful time at Son SPA or rent a kayak and explore the surrounding area.

 

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Bærums Verk

Handelsstedet Bærums Verk has roughly 50 shops, artisans, workshops, galleries and eateries.

Verksgata, which consists of old houses for labourers from the 18th century, is open seven days a week all year round. Here you can find the artisan workshop of the smith, glass blowers, silversmiths, art galleries, eateries including pizza and pancakes, chocholate shop, delicatessen with local produce and other unique shops. The shopping mall in the old factory hosts a large selection of interior shops and chic clothes for the whole family.

Bærums Verk is a lovely place to visit for a day excursion and shopping. Walk along the river among the sculptures and the wooden houses, enjoy a good meal in one of the restaurants and cafes or visit the artisans in their atelier.

The beautiful sculpture park at Bærums Verk include 28 sculptures made by renowned Norwegian artists – a collection that expands with a new sculpture every year. Open 24/7 to the public. 

Handelsstedet Bærums Verk’s opening hours can be found on Facebook and on www.baerumsverk.no

Bærums Verk is siutuated along the pilgrim path and is a gateway for recreational routes in Bærum.

Easy access to Bærums Verk by direct bus 150 from Oslo city centre, or bus 210 from Sandvika. Public transport schedule: ruter.no

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Wear Many Hats – Ullensaker Townhall

The artwork "Wear Many Hats" on the roof of Ullensaker Cultural Center was created by TelmoMiel, it is seen from the railway station – so all people arriving with the train see this

 

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Historic Jessheim – Blue Plaques

Jessheim Station

Built in 1908. Architect: Henrik Bull. The original station from 1854 burned down in 1904 after a safe explosion. Over the years, the building has housed a post office, apartment, café, shop, and restaurant.

Herredshuset  

Built in 1901. Architect: Holger Sinding-Larsen. The timber was donated by local farmers. Renovated in 1924. Served as the town hall until 1967. It has also functioned as a community hall, school, cinema, and bank. Restored in 2003 by the Friends of Herredshuset.

Lønnebo

Also known as "The Doctor’s House." Built in 1922–23. The storehouse and horse stable date from 1909. Purchased by Doctor Rød in 1935, who ran his medical practice here. The author Anne-Cath. Vestly lived in the house during part of her childhood.

Villa Sole

Built in 1912 for tanner Finn Ruud. Designed by his brother, architect Kristian Biong, in the national romantic style. The owner was awarded Ullensaker Municipality's Cultural Heritage Award in 2011 for excellent preservation.

You can read more on the municipality’s website and find a map of the route there.

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Eidsvoll Museum

The Bodin smithy belongs to Eidsvoll museum but is situated at Minnesund . Gustav Bodén founded the smithy in 1889 , and built gradually along with sons up a strong brand , namely axes and shovels bark from Bodin smithy . They were popular throughout Eastern Norway . The Bodin smithy is open for special events only.

 

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Vollen Marina activities

Situated in the centre of Vollen in Asker, a great place for a day of adventure. You may rent boat and SUP, take diving lessons and discover the lofal museum across the bay. Vollen Marina has easy acces to some of the most beautiful and popular spots by the Oslo fjord such as theh popular inlets. At the Marina you find moorings, boat dealerships, boat services, a gas station, kiosk, diving centre, water sport rental, sauna, bar,  a popular café and a seaside restaurant. 

BUKTA MATBAR

Our restaurant has great sea food, light dishes and thin-crusted pizzas . Enjoy a drink or a meal in beautiful, relaxing surroundings at the port in the middle of Vollen.

Read more at http://www.vollen-marina.no/

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Sonia Henie

Henie early showed a talent in figure skating and already at the age of eleven she participated in her first Winter Olympics. The following year, at the age of twelve, Henie won the first of five consecutive Norwegian Championships. From 1927–1936 she won three Olympic gold medals, six European Championships and ten straight World Championships. At the age of 25, she was appointed Knight of the 1st Class of the Order of St. Olav, the youngest person ever.

Henie signed a tour contract in the United States and did a number of skating shows before going to Hollywood, where she signed a five-year film contract with 20th Century Fox. Her first Hollywood film, One In A Million (1936), was a formidable success. By 1940 she was one of Hollywood's highest-paid actresses, alongside Clark Gable and child star Shirley Temple. Alongside her film career, Henie continued to give her popular ice shows, and also visited Norway to sold-out stadiums.

In 1955, Sonja Henie met shipowner and art collector Niels Onstad (1909–1978). They married the following year, and in the years that followed, building up her art collection became an all-consuming interest for both of them. Henie entered the arts with as much commitment and drive as she did sports and film. She collected art by Pablo Picasso, Pierre Soulages, Fernand Legér, Jakob Weidemann and Anna-Eva Bergmann. When the art center at Høvikodden was to be built, she was involved in every detail.

Henie Onstad Art Center opened on August 23, 1968. Sonja Henie died of leukemia on October 12, the year after the inauguration, at the age of 57.

Christmas Market at Stallgården at Eidsvoll Verk

Every year on the second weekend of December, the traditional Christmas market is held at Eidsvoll Verk, offering a range of activities for both young and old.

Get into the Christmas spirit, experience fine local craftsmanship, a fantastic Christmas market, and delicious food from the various stalls.

Here you will enjoy different types of entertainment, from local ladies and Christmas music to grilling by the fire for the little ones.

There are many local exhibitors and many exciting things to experience!

At Galleri Festiviteten, there is a Christmas exhibition and an open café with a good selection of homemade lunch dishes, cakes, child-friendly dishes, and a large barista coffee menu.

Welcome to the Christmas weekend at Eidsvoll Verk!

Entrance fee: NOK 150, Children – free entry. The ticket is valid for both days.

Free parking right outside Stallgården.

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Kongsvinger Fortress

The fortress's outdoor area is open and accessible all year round free of charge.

Kongsvinger Fortress was built in the 1680s to defend Norway against Sweden. It was built on the remains of a former fortress, Vingersundet skanse, on the River Glomma and was designed to protect the interior against attacks from the east. The fortress has played an important role in several wars and has been central to the defense of Norway. Today, the fortress is a landmark and is used for cultural activities and recreation, as well as housing a museum and a hotel.

The fortress was built in the 1680s to protect Norway from Sweden.It was placed by the Glomma river and the traffic routes through Vinger to prevent the advance towards Christiania (Oslo). The fortress has been central to several wars, especially against Sweden, and was headquarters for the invasion of Sweden in 1719 and during the planned invasion in 1788.

The fortress was decommissioned as an active defense in 1823, but has been reopened on several occasions, including during the dissolution of the union in 1905. After the Second World War, the fortress was used for the internment of traitors and as a home for various military units.

Kongsvinger Fortress is a popular tourist destination, with a museum, hotel, and events as part of the town's cultural offering. The fortress has been of great importance to the town of Kongsvinger, both as a defense and as an important part of the town's identity.

You may book accomodation on the castle here

 

At the castle you will also find the Fortress Museum, which shows the history of defence from the Viking Age to the present day. In 2002, H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon opened the exhibition "The Good Helpers". During the last war, there was extensive cross-border cargo and courier traffic across the border with Sweden. The exhibition shows how the war affected the local community along the border. There is also a short video about the history of the fortress.

The picture gallery on the museum's third floor is "Fra Grændsevagten" – a photographic exhibition about the dissolution of the union between Norway and Sweden in 1905. The photographs depict the life, excitement and drama in and around Kongsvinger Fortress.

The museum is open 11.00-16.00 Saturday/Sunday in April and September. Exceptions are Palm Saturday/Sunday, Easter Eve, Easter Monday, 17 May and the first Saturday in June.

The ordinary opening period is from 1 May to 31 August every day between 11:00 and 16:00.
Out of season we are open by appointment. 

You may book a guided tour of the castle here.

 

 

The Bust of Colonel Birger Eriksen

Colonel Birger Eriksen wrote himself into Norwegian history when he made the decision to open fire from Oscarsborg on April 9, 1940. In Badeparken you can visit his bust, which looks out over the Oslo Fjord and towards Oscarsborg fortress.