Knowing the history and culture of a destination is an important part of a memorable journey. Norway is a very rich country in these aspects, so for travelers who wish to go beyond the more traditional sights, it is worth researching unusual experiences. Check out 10 examples of cultural and historical attractions that not everyone knows about in Norway:

House of Edvard Grieg

Bergen

Edvard Grieg is one of the most famous Norwegians in history, so the house where the classical composer lived for 22 years became a museum in his honor. It is possible to do guided tours and also to be enchanted with concerts that happen on the spot frequently.

Syse Gard

Ulvik

The fjord region is full of family farms and visiting one of these places can be a very interesting way of finding out how this population lives and experiencing the delicious products they make by hand. One of these traditional farms that is open for visitation is the Syse Gard, located in the village of Ulvik. From there you can follow the production and experience delicacies like apple juice, jellies and more.

Stone Swords

Stavanger

One of Norway’s most important viking monuments is the gigantic stone swords located in Stavanger. They were placed in the place where Harold I won the battle that unified Norway in 872 BC. The beautiful monument continues to represent still today the ideals of peace, unity and freedom.

Mines of Zinc

Sauda

Sauda’s zinc mines were in operation from 1881 to 1889, but nowadays they are open to visitors who are curious to see their structure closely. The mine was very important to the economy of the village, even employing more than 150 people, so the place has a fantastic story to tell.

Iconic Nobel Prize points

Oslo

The Nobel Peace Center is the seat of the committee that decides the winners of the award and also functions as a museum, with an exhibition of the history of the award and its winners since the first edition in 1901, with Alfred Nobel. Built in red bricks with golden details, it is one of the most important tourist spots in the capital, as it is also where the award ceremony takes place. The building can be visited individually or also in a guided tour of the rooms with works of art and murals that tell about the city and its culture.

Stiklestad Cultural Center

Stiklestad

Stiklestad, the battlefield where King Olavo (also known as Saint Olavo) was defeated in the year 1030, holds great importance. On site, a cultural center has been set up that stages the battle and promotes festivals, exhibitions and guided tours, ideal for the whole family.

Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim

Located in the city of Trondheim, Nidaros Cathedral is considered the most important church in Norway. It has a Gothic style and was built in the 12th century, at the site where St. Olavo, the ancient king of Norway was buried. It is open to visitation and is an important historical point.

Construction of traditional boats

Rissa

At the Coastal Heritage museum, located in the village of Rissa, you can observe the construction of traditional Norwegian boats, which resemble those used by the Vikings. The specialists responsible for this production welcome visitors and explain how the process is done and how this tradition has been maintained for thousands of years.

Cave inscriptions

High

In the charming town of Alta, in northern Norway, there is a somewhat unusual museum for the country. Stone drawings dating from the period of 7000 BC to 2000 BC were found there. This treasure entered the list of UNESCO as Cultural Heritage in 1985 and stands out as the only prehistoric monument in Norway to be recognized by the international body. The museum is open all year round and offers guided tours.

Witches Memorial

Vardø

In the village of Vardø a beautiful memorial was built to honor 91 victims of the region who were burned during the witch-hunting period in the 17th century. The installation at the water’s edge can be visited all year round.