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The Hardraade Viking Ship Association is currently building a full-scale Viking ship in Sundvollen, which will sail on Tyrifjorden. The ship is being constructed in the traditional manner, using authentic materials as it was done during the Viking Age. The ship will be launched in the summer of 2025.
The name “Hardraade” is derived from the legendary Viking king Harald Hardråde (1015-1066), who came from Stein Gård near Steinsfjorden in Hole. He was also the half-brother of Olav the Holy and is known as the last Viking king.
According to the sagas, Harald managed to conquer a total of 80 cities across the Mediterranean! It is said that he had no scruples, which may explain the origin of the name “Hardraade.”
The Hardraade project is open to participation by volunteers, both experienced and inexperienced, and offers a variety of activities. We engage in traditional craftsmanship, including carpentry, sailmaking, forging, tar production, wood carving, runic script, costume sewing, and much more!
SAVE THE DATE!
August 30th, 2025
LAUNCH DAY!
🗓️ Save the date! More information about the event and ticket reservation will be coming soon.
🤫 Pssst! There are a limited number of tickets, so stay tuned to Facebook and your email to secure your spot!
Members have free entrance - tickets will be released via Billetto.
This day is guaranteed to be an experience you won't want to miss!
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ACTIVITIES
Crafts, history, and heart
By joining one of our activity groups, you become an important participant in a historical project that contributes to the preservation of Norwegian cultural heritage. And not only that – you can rest assured that you'll have fun at the same time!
BLACKSMITHING
We preserve and practice traditional blacksmithing skills to create authentic Viking Age artifacts.
BOAT BUILDING
Experience Viking Age shipbuilding firsthand! Join our team and reconstruct a Viking ship using historical methods!
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ROWING & SAILING
Do you want to master the ancient arts of Viking Age sailing and rowing? Join our group and experience it firsthand!
TEXTILES
Join our community! We offer training in traditional techniques needed to craft your own Viking attire :)
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WOOD CARVING
Discover and master the local Ringriks style, then use your skills to decorate our Viking ship and an array of historical pieces.
RUNE CARVING
Fascinated by runes? We practice Viking-era runic script and craft rune inscriptions using locally sourced sandstone.
Our Shipyard
History is not just told, it's lived
The construction site is only an hour away from Oslo and has become a popular place to visit for the whole family. You can also book a tour for your group, company, or group of friends. Perhaps you’d like to try your hand at the forge or greet Odin and his ravens?
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JOIN THE TEAM!
Creating history together, embracing the adventure
Did you know:
Harald was nicknamed "Hardråde" because he showed no mercy to his opponents?
Address
Åsaveien 40
Sundvollen
Norway
Opening Hours (year round)
Saturdays:
11 am - 3 pm
Thursdays:
4 pm - 8 pm
For other days:
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