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Jernaldergården

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Replica of an Iron Age farmstead, with costumed docents, demonstrations & hands-on kids' activities.


Address

Madlamarkveien 152, 4021 Stavanger, Norway

Website

www.uis.no

Contact

+47 51 83 26 00

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (403 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 4 PM
  • Monday: Closed

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  • 5/5 Marion B. 3 years ago on Google
    We went there on a beautiful sunny Sunday and it was a really great experience. The staff here is really nice, they take their time to explain things, they're really friendly. I will definitely recommend this visit if you want to know more about iron age ☺️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karren H. 4 years ago on Google
    This is one of only two sites in norway where it has been allowed to build reconstructions on dig sites. It felt like a privilege to be there. Basef on proper research with a touch of dramatic flair. Excellent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 hapakoleahapahaole 1 year ago on Google
    A little bit of a trek outside the city center, but WELL worth it. Definitely a must-see on your visit to Stavanger. The views from the top of the hill are gorgeous.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andrea S. 4 months ago on Google
    This little open-air museum is quite nice. As we walked from the gift shop towards the manor house, a 'viking' was sitting next to the door playing a flute. That was the guide who led us through the manor and explained in good English how the vikings lived back then. Very informative and fun.

  • 4/5 Mike S. 1 year ago on Google
    Interesting long house/iron age to early mediaeval farmstead albeit reconstructed. An informative site with magnificent views about 3km outside Stavanger.

  • 4/5 Chineme Carl O. 1 year ago on Google
    An impressive place really, with a good kitchen. Had a delicious tuna sandwich there and its got some Vikings history things

  • 4/5 Henning R. 7 months ago on Google
    Looks great, alltough its not open during weekdays. Would be nice to have it updated here.

  • 5/5 Emily H. 1 year ago on Google
    We absolutely loved our time here. Everyone was very knowledgeable and kind. Xx

  • 5/5 Joyleen S. 1 year ago on Google
    Knowledgeable staff and a great experience! Close to public transportation. Don't miss it!

  • 5/5 Chris W. 1 year ago on Google
    Good visit, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Good Cafe as well. Great views

  • 5/5 Evan W. 1 year ago on Google
    This is an excellent view into the past. Te museum docents we're friendly and knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 mrfrd 1 year ago on Google
    Worth the detour, IMHO: A few beautifully recreated longhouses, where some museum employees in historic costumes will answer any and all questions you may have, around a real logfire. This really let's you get a glimpse onto how living conditions were. There's not a lot to do, and this won't keep you busy for much more than an hour, but the experience is worth it.

  • 5/5 Ann W. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful look at an ancient way of life. Docents we're very kind and knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 Northman 2 years ago on Google
    I love people there they can tell you about history

  • 3/5 Christian A. 2 years ago on Google
    Small Iron Age themed farm with long houses, complete with furnishing and tools of the time. The hills are grazed by sheep. You can also try sword fighting (not real swords of course). Not a lot to see but a small time travel. Has a small café and souvenir shop.

  • 5/5 Emma J. 5 years ago on Google
    Cosy exhibition, gave lecture al about ironage era and the rural culture among norse people. These people knows their vikings 😉 /ä

  • 5/5 Lill Annett B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for learning about the iron age and the history behind i.e. colouring garments/wool and so on. Bear in mind that there is always a W/NW wind here, so it's wise to bring a windproof jacket if planning to visit. Also remember to close gates as there are sheep here that are "living lawnmowers". When the Archaeological faculty is open one can buy souvenirs upstairs where the Ask&Embla café is situated. Well worthy of a visit.

  • 5/5 Britt M. 4 years ago on Google
    A very instructional way of learning how people lived during the iron age. Learn how to start a fire, bake bread, and lots of other activities. Fun and educational for all ages!


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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