Hadeland Glassverk - The fascinating world of glass
Hadeland Glassverk is home to the captivating traditional craft of glass making, formed over centuries of history, art and culture. Hadeland Glassverk is one of Norway’s biggest tourist attractions.
For 240 years, glass craftsmen and designers have processed and developed something quite unique in Norwegian cultural history. Today, about 400 000 items are dispatched through the gates of Hadeland Glassverk every year.
At Hadeland Glassverk, you will find a fascinating range of cultural experiences. Watch the glassblowers at work, carrying out their craft just as it was 240 years ago. The traditions, innovation and attractions here are enhanced by the beautiful surroundings, where there are many activities on offer for all. In addition to a trip to the glassmakers, there is a glass museum, one of Norway's most exciting art galleries, two restaurants and seven shops.
Hadeland Glassverk has special expertise in creating art to enhance interiors and spaces – everything from specially commissioned works of art such as sculptures to functional products such as lighting. Glass is also a fascinating material in terms of illumination and optical effects in architectural contexts through the use of glass blocks, glass tiling and more besides.
Come and pay us a visit
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09- 16.30, Saturday 10 - 16, Sunday 11 - 17. From 22.06 to 18.08 we stay open one hour longer every day. The glassmaker closes at 15.00 on weekdays. The art gallery is open during certain times of the year.
Opening hours winter (January 7 - March 10)
In the menu to the right you will find opening hours for other periods.
The shops
Mon-Fri 11.00-16.00, Sat 10.00-16.00, Sun 11.00-17.00.
The Kokkestua Restaurant
Mon-Fri 10.00-17.00, Sat 10.00-16.00, Sun 11.00-17.00
The Bakery
Mon-Fri 11.00-16.00, Sat 10.00-16.00, Sun 11.00-17.00
The Museum and Glass Factory
The Museum and Glass Factory are closed until February 20.
Opening hours for The Museum and Glass Factory (February 20 - March 7)
Mon-Fri 11.00-15.00, Sat 10.00-16.00, Sun 11.00-17.00
The activity “Blow your own glass” closes 1 1/2 hour before The Museum.
Other
The Honey House and The Christmas Shop are closed this period.
Postal address
Hadeland Glassverk AS
Postboks 85, 3521 Jevnaker, Norway
Phone: (+47) 61 31 64 00
Fax: (+47) 61 31 64 70
Visiting address
Glassverksveien 9
3520 Jevnaker, Norway
Web: http://www.hadeland-glassverk.no
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