Norway’s Viking Age Museum survives budget cuts
Roughly a month ago, the Viking Age Museum was asked to cut costs by NOK 1 billion. But now, the Norwegian government is changing course,…
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New Viking ship replica to be launched at the Roskilde Viking Ship Museum this weekend
On Saturday, May 7, 2022, the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde will launch a brand new Viking ship replica. The ship is a reconstruction of…
Norway’s Crown Prince and Crown Princess start official visit to Sweden
The Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Norway began their official visit to Sweden on Monday. The visit will, among other things, be focused on…
New conservation center to open in Elverum
Historical objects from the Hedmark area’s cultural heritage will be stored in the new conservation center that is set to open in Elverum on Thursday….
New streaming service Britbox to start operating in Norway
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Norwegian Post puts royal jubilees on new stamps
Both King Harald and Queen Sonja will be present when the Norwegian Post launches four new stamp series with royal jubilees on Friday. King Haakon,…
PHOTO: Norwegian Post launches new stamps with hulder and troll motifs
The Norwegian Post is launching two new stamps with motifs from fairy tales and legends on April 22. Most European postal companies will issue stamps…
Viking ship grave discovered in Kvinesdal
With the help of geo-radar technology, a Viking boat grave was discovered at Øyesletta in Kvinesdal. Until 150 years ago, a large burial ground was…
Most Norwegians will stay at home this Easter, survey shows
According to a survey by the Red Cross, a total of 54% of the Norwegian population plans to stay at home most of Easter. While…
Roskilde: Viking ship replica “Havhingsten” successfully launched despite bad weather
A lot of people were present at the launch of the Viking ship replica “Havhingsten” during the weekend. The “Havhingsten” is a 30-meter-long reconstruction of…
Award-winning author to write book set in Arctic Norway – locals to provide inspiration
The catch? She is not allowed to travel there. Instead, locals themselves will provide Penney with inspiration for her book, sharing stories and tips remotely…
