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Baerums Verk
Verksgata 20 Akershus
47-67-13-00-18
An hour-and-a-half by car from Oslo, the village of Baerums Verk rose to distinction in the 1600s, when iron ore was discovered there. In 1997, the foundry and surrounding area was turned into a commercial center, and is now home to shops, galleries, workshops and a large sculpture park. Some of the charming handicrafts on offer are quilts, glass and furniture. The charming town is also home to Norway’s oldest tavern, Værtshuset (Vertshusveien 10; 47-67-80-02-00).
Written by Emma Pierce
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