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The wood-fired D/S Bjoren, constructed in 1867, is a floating cultural monument. The ship was in regular service between 1867 and 1957, and now sails on the lake Byglandsfjord every Sunday in July. This is a two-hour round trip, starting in Byglandsfjord and Bygland, respectively.
Contact Revsnes Hotel for information about departure times. In addition to the regular round trips, special arrangements are available for groups of up to 55 persons.
The Setesdal Museum in Rysstad is a journey through the culture, history and traditions of Setesdal. Themes include the local way of life in the decades leading up to and after the year 1900.
For summer 2020 there are two majon exhibitions. One about Sigurd Helle who was the leader of an Antarctic expedition 1956 - 1960. The other exhibiton is about norwegian knitting traditions, using the local Setesdal sweather as inspiration.
Mannequin tableaux, with supplementary information and an abundance of pictures, help bring the past back to life.
Do not miss the film "A different Setesdal" which shows that the locals were not only concerned with the past.
Rygnestadtunet is an original farm compound from the 16th century.The old farm is located in beautiful surroundings about 9 kilometres north of Valle. The farm comprises buildings, arts and handicraft which once belonged to Åsmund Torleivson Rygnestad, known as "Evil Åsmund".
A vist to the old building Rygnestadloftet is recommended.
The museum is built around a reconstructed melting facility and shows how coal and iron were extracted in the early Middle Ages. The museum has no written information, but by means of sound, light, smoke and scent, the visitor will be taken on a journey 1,000 years back in time. "The Viking" will tell you his story - not only in Norwegian, but also in English, German and Dutch.
Cultural centre, tourist information and a beautiful outdoor area
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Lord Salvesen's Cabin - majestically located on the moor
Go to: "Lordehytta" - Lord Salvesen's CabinLord Salvesen's Cabin - majestically located on the moor
Evjemoen Defence Museum shows the history of the Norwegian defence in the district of Evje og Hornnes in the…
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Bygland Museum is an open-air museum with local farm buildings, the oldest ones dating back…
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The Setesdal Museum at Rysstad , a journey through the culture, history and traditions of Setesdal.
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Lislestog is an open-air museum located across the road from Bykle Church. The museum is a collection of old…
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Setesdal was by many perceived as an area where ancient Norway had been preserved. Customs and traditions…
Go to: Huldreheimen in BykleSetesdal was by many perceived as an area where ancient Norway had been preserved. Customs and traditions…
The Hovden area had rich iron ore deposits and supplied large parts of Southern Norway with iron during the…
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Stev (Norwegian folk verses), dancing and playing from Setesdal were in danger of dying out for a long time. Now the distinctive cultural heritage of a whole world is celebrated.
The Setesdal valley has raised a number of nationally renowned artists within traditional music and dance. As a visitor you may get the opportunity to enjoy concerts and performances by local musicians and dancers. The folk music from Setesdal is on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
Setesdal has long traditions within the silversmith's craft, folk music and production of the bunad, the Norwegian national costume. We recommend a visit to the traditional store Setesdal Husflid in Valle. Setesdal also has a glassblowers workshop and art galleries which are worth a visit.
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