Vågsberget

About the museum

Vågsberget is an old trading post and inn that can be traced back to the 17th century. The site lies by the sea near the rich fisheries at Toskangerpollen and Vågsvågen, where travellers found safe harbour and a bed. The fish that came in was received and processed, and the trading post was important for the whole neighbourhood.

The site is regarded as one of the best-preserved trading posts and inns along the Norwegian coast. Seven listed buildings remain, most of them from the early 19th century. The main building has a rich interior with furniture, wallpaper, woodcarving and ornaments, and the large general store supplied farmers and fishermen with goods. In addition there are a storehouse (pakkhus), boathouses (naust), a servants' dwelling and lodging buildings.

Today Vågsberget is run as a museum by Musea i Sogn og Fjordane. The old administration building has become a reception, gift shop and café, and the park by the sea is easy to reach both from land and from the water.

Highlights

• Seven listed buildings, most from the early 19th century
• Guided tour of the richly furnished main building
• The large general store that supplied farmers and fishermen
• Café in the old administration building
• Park and shallow beach by the sea

Permanent exhibition

• Hovedbygning og landhandel – Guided tour through the richly furnished main building and the large general store that supplied farmers and fishermen.

Operated by

Musea i Sogn og Fjordane

Admission & discounts

Guided tours are included in the ticket during the season.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Only the administration building with reception, café and toilets is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. The outdoor area is accessible, but it can be difficult to get into the historic buildings.

Kids & families

The shallow beach by the sea is a playground for younger visitors; equipment for catching sea creatures can be borrowed at reception.

Getting there & parking

Vågsberget is about 5 km from Måløy town centre. The museum has free parking.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop

Simple café and gift shop in the old administration building.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties

Vågsberget can be rented for parties and gatherings outside the season; modern kitchen and outdoor area.

Plan your visit