Næs Jernverksmuseum

Museum Nesgrenda, Agder, Norway

What to expect

Næs Jernverksmuseum is a museum and cultural heritage site located in Nesgrenda, Norway. The site was formerly a ironworks factory, established in 1665 under the name 'Baaseland Værk'. The factory was later renamed Næs Jernverk in 1738 when the operations were consolidated at Storelva. The ironworks produced various products, including støpejern, and was known for its elegant ovens and other cast iron products. The site also features a hammer mill, a sawmill, and other industrial buildings. Today, the museum showcases the history of the ironworks and offers a glimpse into Norway's industrial past. Visitors can explore the site and learn about the production processes and the people who worked there

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Norway – Our highlights in Southern Norway from Kragerø to Kristiansand with children

Norway – Our highlights in Southern Norway from Kragerø to Kristiansand with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Næs Ironworks Museum, which is located a short distance from the E18. The ironworks dates back to 1665 and is one of the oldest industrial sites in Norway

Highlights: It's the only place in the country where all the buildings of a traditional ironworks are preserved ✨