Established in 1697, Eidsfoss Ironworks produced iron goods for generations. At the Ironworks Museum, discover decorated cast-iron stoves from the 18th and 19th centuries, historic household objects and an exhibition about railway history.
The people behind the ironworks
The ironworks shaped life in Eidsfoss for generations. Many former workers' homes and industrial buildings can still be seen today. Other exhibitions explore the life of Rakel Seweriin at the old school in Hauane and the story of a foundryman's widow in To Elise in Bråtagata.
Explore historic Eidsfoss
Combine your museum visit with a walk through historic Eidsfoss. Follow the heritage trail past old buildings and the lakes Bergsvannet and Eikeren.
Visit Eidsfos Hovedgård, with its historic garden, café and farm shop.
Plan your visit
The museum is located at Eidsfossveien 54 and is open seasonally. Guided group tours can be arranged in advance. Children aged six and under enter free of charge. Check opening hours, prices and guided tours at Vestfold Museums.
The Aluminium Museum in Holmestrand tells the story of the metal that helped shape the town and became an important part of Norwegian industry. The museum is housed in the oldest part of the factory, right next to today's production facilities.
From coffee pots to modern technology
What do a coffee pot, a car wheel and a food can have in common? Aluminium. At the museum, you'll discover how this lightweight, versatile metal developed from a new industrial material into an essential part of everyday life. The exhibition traces the industry's development from its early days to today's high-tech production. Learn how aluminium is produced and processed, explore its properties and discover how new products and manufacturing methods have evolved.
An important part of Holmestrand's history
The aluminium industry has shaped Holmestrand for more than a century. In the premises where AS Sveiseverket began operating in 1916, the museum tells the story of the people, technology and industry that helped develop the town. The Aluminium Museum opened in 2002 and is part of Vestfold Museums. The exhibition was renewed in 2019.
Aluminium and recycling
The story continues just outside the museum walls. The neighbouring factory is still operating, with production largely based on recycled aluminium. At the museum, you'll learn why aluminium is well suited to recycling and how the metal is used in modern industry. The exhibition connects local industrial heritage with technology, resource use and environmental issues.
Plan your visit
The Aluminium Museum is located at Weidemanns gate 8 in central Holmestrand, approximately an 11-minute walk from the railway station. The museum is generally open from March to November, with opening hours varying throughout the season. Guided tours for groups can be arranged in advance.
Facilities include a wheelchair ramp, a single-level exhibition area and an accessible toilet. Companion cards are accepted. Check current opening hours, admission prices and guided tour bookings at Vestfold Museums.
Harbour hosts are based at the harbuor office, this is the sign and is located in Tordenskjoldsgate.
There are breakwaters in the area and service buildings. The beach Dulpen is also nearby.
Updated prices
Prices for guest places 2025 (per day) this summer (15.04 – 15.10) including electricity
Boat up to 30 feet: NOK 260
Boat between 31 and 40 feet: NOK 345
Boat between 41 and 50 feet: NOK 450
Boat over 51 feet: NOK 575
Prices for guest berths 2025 (per day) low season (16.10-14.04) including electricity
Boat up to 30 feet: NOK 130
Boat between 31 and 40 feet: NOK 170
Boat between 41 and 50 feet: NOK 225
Boat over 51 feet: NOK 285
Motorhome
NOK 230 per 24 hours + electricity (NOK 5 per hour)
Holmestrand guest harbour is operated by Holmestrand boat harbour.
Here you will find plenty of space with service facilities.
Holmestrand marina is operated by HSDA and has approximately 1.100 permanent boat places. There is also good capacity at the winter port, in whirlpools.
HSDA also operates the guest harbor and motorhome parking, on behalf of the municipality of Holmestrand. Here you will find plenty of space, and servicebuildings. In the area there is a breakwater which is a popular for fishing.
In walking distance you will find Dumpen, which is a very popular spot for swimming.
Inside the train station you can take the elevator up to the top and get a spectaular view of the city, the barbor and the fjord.
Here you will also have access to boat fuel.
See an overview of prices on the website of Holmestrand marina (Norwegian only).
