Channel: Vikingopplevelser

Midgardsblot – Saturday Pass

I historiske Borreparken og på Midgard vikingsenter i Horten. Omgitt av vikingenes gravhauger ved Oslofjorden er Midgardsblot mer enn en festival – det er en reise inn i hjertet av den norrøne kulturarven.

En festival utover musikken
Gjennom fire uforglemmelige dager forener Midgardsblot ekstrem metal, folk og eksperimentelle uttrykk med eldgamle tradisjoner og vikingkultur. Resultatet er en helt unik atmosfære – en feiring som bygger bro mellom fortid og nåtid.

Fordyp deg i vikinghistorien
* Åpningsblot for å hedre de gamle gudene og sette tonen for festivalen
* Vikinglandsby og marked med håndverk, mat og levende historie
* Kamparrangementer og demonstrasjoner med vikingkrigere
* Guidede turer til Borres gravhauger og utstillinger på Vikingsenteret
* Midgard Talks – daglige foredrag og panelsamtaler om arkeologi, historie og norrøn tradisjon

* Festivalcamp ved stranden for den komplette Midgardsblot-opplevelsen
* Familievennlig og inkluderende
* Ingen aldersgrense – familier er velkomne
* Barn under 12 år gratis i følge med betalende voksen
* 16 år og eldre kan delta uten følge
* Tilgjengelig område og fasiliteter
* HC-ledsager: Gratis med gyldig dokumentasjon

Merk: Deltakelse på blotseremonien er kun for innehavere av 4-dagerspass.

For mer informasjon, se midgardsblot.no og Facebook.

Midgardsblot – Friday Pass

Set among Viking burial mounds by the Oslofjord, Midgardsblot is more than a festival – it's a journey into the heart of Norse heritage.

A Festival Beyond Music
Over four unforgettable days, Midgardsblot unites extreme metal, folk, and experimental sounds with ancient traditions and Viking culture. The result is an atmosphere like no other – a celebration that bridges the past and present.

Immerse Yourself in Viking History
* Opening blót ritual to honor the old gods and set the tone.
* Viking village & market with crafts, food, and living history.
* Live battle reenactments and demonstrations by Viking warriors.
* Guided tours of Borre's burial mounds and exhibitions at the Vikingsenter.
* Midgard Talks – daily lectures and panels on archaeology, history, and Norse tradition.

* Beachside festival camp for the full Midgardsblot experience.
* Family-Friendly & Inclusive
* No age limit – families are welcome.
* Children under 12 free with a paying adult.
* Ages 16+ may attend independently.
* Accessible grounds and facilities.
* HC Companion: Free with valid documentation
* No age limit

Please note that access to Blot ceremony only for 4-day pass holder.

For more information see www.midgardsblot.no and Facebook

Midgardsblot – Thursday Pass

Set among Viking burial mounds by the Oslofjord, Midgardsblot is more than a festival – it's a journey into the heart of Norse heritage.

A Festival Beyond Music
Over four unforgettable days, Midgardsblot unites extreme metal, folk, and experimental sounds with ancient traditions and Viking culture. The result is an atmosphere like no other – a celebration that bridges the past and present.

Immerse Yourself in Viking History
* Opening blót ritual to honor the old gods and set the tone.
* Viking village & market with crafts, food, and living history.
* Live battle reenactments and demonstrations by Viking warriors.
* Guided tours of Borre's burial mounds and exhibitions at the Vikingsenter.
* Midgard Talks – daily lectures and panels on archaeology, history, and Norse tradition.

* Beachside festival camp for the full Midgardsblot experience.
* Family-Friendly & Inclusive
* No age limit – families are welcome.
* Children under 12 free with a paying adult.
* Ages 16+ may attend independently.
* Accessible grounds and facilities.
* HC Companion: Free with valid documentation
* No age limit

Please note that access to Blot ceremony only for 4-day pass holder.

For more information see www.midgardsblot.no and Facebook

Midgardsblot – Wednesday Pass

Set among Viking burial mounds by the Oslofjord, Midgardsblot is more than a festival – it's a journey into the heart of Norse heritage.

A Festival Beyond Music
Over four unforgettable days, Midgardsblot unites extreme metal, folk, and experimental sounds with ancient traditions and Viking culture. The result is an atmosphere like no other – a celebration that bridges the past and present.

Immerse Yourself in Viking History
* Opening blót ritual to honor the old gods and set the tone.
* Viking village & market with crafts, food, and living history.
* Live battle reenactments and demonstrations by Viking warriors.
* Guided tours of Borre's burial mounds and exhibitions at the Vikingsenter.
* Midgard Talks – daily lectures and panels on archaeology, history, and Norse tradition.

* Beachside festival camp for the full Midgardsblot experience.
* Family-Friendly & Inclusive
* No age limit – families are welcome.
* Children under 12 free with a paying adult.
* Ages 16+ may attend independently.
* Accessible grounds and facilities.
* HC Companion: Free with valid documentation
* No age limit

Please note that access to Blot ceremony only for 4-day pass holder.

For more information see www.midgardsblot.no and Facebook

Legendary Viking Treasures: Private Guided Bus Tour

A simple Viking lunch, snacks, and drinks will be served along the way.

The guide, with a twinkle in their eye, will take you in the minibus, with stops and activities along the way.

Highlights of the tour:

  • Midgard Vikingcenter (tickets included).
  • Gildehallen, a reconstruction of the Viking great hall, and Borre National Park, Northern Europe’s largest collection of monumental burial mounds from the Late Iron Age and Viking Age.
  • The Oseberg Mound in Tønsberg.
  • Vikingodden, where a replica of the Oseberg Ship is located.
  • The Gokstad Mound in Sandefjord

Information about the activity:

  • Price per group (up to 15 people). Includes drinks and a light Viking lunch. 10500 NOK.

  • The group will be picked up at a location of your choice (Oslo, Akershus, Buskerud, Vestfold).

  • The bus tour with guiding and activities lasts for 4 hours. Any drive from Oslo is additional.

  • Accessible for wheelchair users.

  • Dress according to the weather and season. Activities take place both indoors and outdoors.

  • The group can choose between English and Norwegian.

Looking for customized schedules or personalized tours? Please contact explorevikings@visitvestfold.com

 

Walk with a Viking: Guided tour in Tønsberg

This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the Vikings and the city of Tønsberg up close.

You will gain fascinating insights, experience the vibrant Viking activity taking place, and hear interesting stories.

In addition to seeing replicas of ships, you will learn about Viking daily life, their myths, sagas, and the historical events that have shaped Norway’s proud Viking heritage.

The region is considered the epicenter of Norway’s rich Viking history, and it remains the most active in Viking-related activities throughout the year. You will experience this closely during the tour around the city.

The guide will also showcase Tønsberg as a city, its rich history, and provide tips on what to see, do, and eat.

Information about the activity:

  • Price per person: 420 NOK.

  • Pick up point: Vikingodden, Ollebukta 3, 3126 Tønsberg. (Outside the souvenir shop). 

  • Approximately 2 hours in duration. The tour ends back at Vikingodden.

  • Accessible activity for wheelchair users.

  • The activity is outdoors. Dress according to the weather and season.

  • The tour is conducted in English.

  • Please feel free to contact Explore Vikings if you have any questions.

  • The train stops in the city center of Tønsberg. Check the train schedule at vy.no

Midgardsblot Metal Festival 2026

MIDGARDSBLOT METALFESTIVAL AUGUST 12 -15 2026

By the gravemounds in the park of Borre where Norway's Viking chiefs were laid to rest, we welcome you to 4 days of metal, folk, pagan, dark ambient, craftbeers, markets, museum, seminars, Viking village and battles on historic grounds – welcome to the world of the Vikings!

More information at Midgardsblot or Midgard Vikingsenter