Astruptunet Astruptunet

Plan your visit

The beautiful home of Engel and Nikolai Astrup is idyllically situated by Jølstravatnet. We offer a unique selection of the artistic couple’s works. You can enjoy a snack while strolling through the lush motifs from the paintings.

Location

The Astruptunet artists’ home is situated on Jølstravatnet’s southern shore.

Astruptunet
Nikolai Astrups veg 1135
6847 Vassenden

Opening hours

1. January — 18. May
Closed. Guided tours on demand
18. May — 9. June
Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11.00-16.00
14. June — 11. August
Every day 10 - 17
For guided tours please contact museum leader Solveig Berg Lofnes at +47 99 20 26 76 / +47 47 47 22 36.
16. August — 15. September
Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11 - 16
For guided tours please contact museum leader Solveig Berg Lofnes at +47 99 20 26 76
16. September — 31. December
Closed. Guided tours on demand.
For guided tours please contact museum leader Solveig Berg Lofnes at +47 99 20 26 76

There is some work being done on the houses and in the garden. The accessebility is therefore not always optimal. Our opening hours are valid and we will assist you where needed.

Ticket prices

  • Children (aged 0-18): Free
  • Seniors/students Gallery: 90 NOK
  • Seniors/students Guided tour: 140 NOK
  • Adults Gallery: 120 NOK
  • Adults Guided tour: 140 NOK
  • Groups (15+) Gallery: 90 NOK
  • Groups (15+) Guided tour: Make a deal
  • Season Pass Individual: 220 NOK
  • Museum Pass: 390 NOK
Minimum price for guided tour outside opening hours: 500 NOK

Season Pass grants free admission for 1 year from date of purchase. The Season Pass does not provide free entry to special events or free publications.

Museum contact information (reception)

Astruptunet
Nikolai Astrups veg 1135
6847 Vassenden
Norway

Parking

There is free parking by the lake, a stone's throw away from the entrance.

Café

Homemade cakes and waffles with coffee. During the summer we also have ice cream.

Gift shop

We have a selection of tote bags, t-shirts, postcards and Nikolai Astrup art posters. We also have books on Nikolai Astrup and other artists.

Accessibility for visitors with disabilities/other important points on universal design

The landscape can be difficult to navigate for wheel-chair users or others disabilties. We are happy to assist you as best we can. Please call 47 47 65 81 / 99 20 26 76 and let us know of your needs before your visit. E-mail us at solber@misf.no.

Restrooms for visitors with disabilities and others can be found in the café.