Mellemværftet
Protected museum shipyard in Kristiansund from the 19th century, with slipways, a workshop and a smithy, where old craft traditions are kept alive.
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About the museum
Mellemværftet in Kristiansund is a protected shipyard that is still in operation. Its main task has been maintaining the county's fleet of smaller sailing vessels. The yard has three slipways that can take vessels up to 90 feet, a workshop with a machine shop and smithy, and a former foundry. The residence on the site was built towards the end of the 19th century and housed the families who owned the yard.
The Directorate for Cultural Heritage (Riksantikvaren) protected the yard in 2018 as a building, cultural and industrial heritage site. Activity takes place at the yard throughout the year, with craftsmen, the slipway master (beddingsmesteren) and members of Fartøyvernforeningen (the Norwegian vessel preservation association). The museum also runs blacksmithing courses for those who want to learn traditional crafts.
Mellemværftet is one of the departments of Nordmørsmuseum. The outdoor area is open and freely accessible all year round, and the museum offers guided tours.
Highlights
- Protected shipyard from the 19th century that is still in operation
- Three slipways for vessels up to 90 feet
- Workshop with machine shop, smithy and former foundry
- Blacksmithing courses and living crafts throughout the year
Permanent exhibition
- Mellemværftet – The yard area with slipways, a workshop with machine shop and smithy, and a former foundry.
- Operated by
- Nordmørsmusea
Admission & discounts
| Adults | NOK 120 |
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| Reduced | NOK 90Seniors and students |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Children under 18 enter free of charge on guided tours. |
| Students & apprentices | NOK 90 |
The prices apply to guided tours at the yard. The outdoor area is free to visit. Prices for cruise guests and groups are given on request.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tours are booked with the museum. Blacksmithing courses are arranged for those interested. |
