OSCARSBORG MUSEER
About This Museum
People make the journey to Oscarsborg for a dose of dramatic Norwegian history, centered around one pivotal event: the sinking of the German cruiser Blücher in 1940. You're not just walking through rooms of artifacts; you're exploring the very fortresses and tunnels where it all happened. The atmosphere is thick with the weight of that crucial battle, which delayed the Nazi invasion and allowed the royal family to escape. It’s a place that makes history feel immediate and tangible.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is undoubtedly the story of the Blücher, told through models, artillery pieces, and personal accounts from the defenders. Don't miss touring the old coastal fortress batteries and the torpedo battery—the very weapon that delivered the decisive blow.
Visitor Information
It's located on a small island in the Oslofjord near Drøbak, so you'll need to take a short, scenic ferry ride to get there. Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a fair bit of walking and exploring old fortifications.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed within a sprawling 19th-century coastal fortress, characterized by its robust stonework, underground passages, and strategic gun emplacements built directly into the island's landscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Oscarsborg festningsmuseum, Hovedbatteriet, Drøbak, Frogn, Akershus, 1443, Norge
Phone: +47 48 86 75 00
Website: Visit Website
