Herregården in Larvik is a historic 17th-century residence and part of Larvik Museum. Discover richly decorated rooms, period interiors and stories about the people who lived and worked in the building.
Step inside the count's residence
Herregården was built between 1674 and 1677 for Ulrik Fredrik Gyldenløve, Governor-General of Norway and the first Count of Larvik. The building combines continental Baroque architecture with Norwegian building traditions. On a guided tour, you can explore rooms with painted decorations and interiors from different periods. Learn about the lives of the counts, the people who worked at the residence and how the county shaped Larvik's history.
From noble residence to school and museum
Herregården has served many purposes over the centuries. After its time as a noble residence, the building was used as a town hall, school and home. On the second floor, you can visit the old classroom, offering a glimpse of everyday life very different from that of the count's household. Herregården became a protected historic building in 1923 and is now an important part of Larvik's cultural heritage.
The garden that once stretched to the sea
Herregården was originally surrounded by an extensive Baroque garden stretching down towards the sea. The grounds included avenues, fountains, ponds and cultivated areas. Much of the original garden has disappeared, but archaeological investigations have revealed new details about its former layout. The Akantus project focuses on preserving and developing the historic surroundings of Herregården.
Plan your visit
Herregården is located at Herregårdsletta in Larvik and is open to visitors during the museum season. Larvik Museum also offers guided tours for groups by prior arrangement. Concerts, talks and other cultural events take place on selected dates throughout the year.
Check current opening hours and admission prices at Larvik Museum.
Read more about guided tours and bookings.