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Viking summer

For the Viking enthusiasts!

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Practical information

  • Viking summer is a family friendly, nonpolitical and inclusive event, with focus on educating the public about the Viking age
  • Vikings or others, who through behavior or actions break these rules will be asked to leave the area
  • It is expected that all participants can teach the public about their own craftsmanship, equipment, or goods
  • All participants are expected to engage with the public in a friendly and presentable manner, and to the best of their ability meet the publics expectations
  • All participants are expected to follow our authenticity rules: Click here for more information
  • All participants are expected to follow Norwegian law
  • All fires must be kept in a metal fire pit
  • All tents are required to have a fire extinguisher
  • We encourage all participants to have smoke detectors in their tents
  • All dogs are required to be kept on a leash, this is also required by law in the Borre park and on the coastal path
  • Garbage is to be disposed of at the designated garbage area only
  • As a participant, you agree to be photographed, pictures can be used by Vestfoldmuseene for the purpose of marketing
  • We wish for everybody to have a great experience, both participants and visitors. The rules are made with the intention of creating the best possible experience for everyone

Application for Viking summer

  • By sending an application for Viking summer, you are accepting to the general rules and the authenticity ruled for the event
  • Groups sending in a joint application will be prioritized
  • To apply for Viking Summer, please send an email to fredrik.bjonnes@vestfoldmuseene.no with the following information:
    • Group name
    • Contact person with email and phone number
    • Number and name for all participants
    • Time of expected arrival and departure
    • What is your/your groups contribution to Viking summer?
    • Size and orientation of tent opening for all tents (long or short side)
    • Any allergies or other dietary requirements we should know about? (In case of a group application, please specify the person/persons with allergies)
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