Site Overview
Visit the largest longhouse of the Viking Age
Lofotr Viking Museum is the result of the onsite archaeological find of the largest longhouse from the Viking Age (800-1050). The house is reconstructed right beside its original site.
Learn
There is lots to understand about the people living in Lofoten during the Viking Age. By visiting the longhouse, the Viking harbour and modern exhibitions, you can learn about;
- Trading
- Travels
- Mythology
- Daily life
- Political situation
Take Part
You can enjoy learning more and experiencing life at the time by taking part in the various activities and demonstrations that are available, such as;
- Guiding (by both smartphone and Vikings)
- Theatre plays
- Songs and music
- Food
- Boat trips with the Viking ship
- Handcraft demonstrations
- Experimental archaeology
- Physical activities like archery and axe throwing
- And much more!
Key Attractions
- Market and trade
- Religion and Belief
- Ships
- Viking Voyages
- Artefacts
- Reconstructions
- Excavations
- Other
