What was it that made you settle in Drøbak?
I followed the “load” to Drøbak, when the family moved here in 1967. Got to know the city and the fjord and liked me here. Beautiful buildings and surroundings by the fjord that invited many activities and interests.
Drøbak is an artist city. What should art lovers do when they visit Drøbak?
It is beautiful here with old buildings and nature. Several other artists live and work in the city. Several galleries to visit. A short journey to Oslo.
What does a perfect day in Drøbak look like for you?
A good working day with drawing, graphics and painting. Or just strolling around, swimming, taking a boat trip in the Vestfjord with the family. Meeting good friends.
Drøbak is known for its beautiful wooden buildings and you yourself have been active in the Conservation Association in Drøbak for a number of years. Which streets and houses should visitors see when they visit Old Drøbak?
Look around throughout Drøbak. Go on a discovery tour!
You have also illustrated many well-known children’s books. Do you have any tips for those who visit Drøbak with children?
The aquarium, the library, the beach, fishing crabs, eating ice cream, swimming. And don’t forget Follo Museum!
Want to share some hidden gems?
Walk up through Bråtan, up the stairs, through Brunskogen, down Calmers vei to Sjøstjernen. Sit down and look at the sea in the sun, and in the wind!
Drøbak Aquarium
Drøbak Aquarium display the rich wildlife of the Oslo fjord at close range.
Norsk Lutefiskmuseum
The world’s only lutefisk museum is located in Drøbak.
Walks around Drøbak: The whisper of history, the rumble of war
Tour number 1 Time: Approx. 1 hour On our first tour, we walk from the harbour, which was established early in the 1920’s, passing through…
Walks around Drøbak: «Hills, Commons and Quays»
TOUR NO. 3: «Hills, Commons and Quays» Time: Approx. 1 hour From the Tourist Information Office (1) we turn left and walk along the harbour and…
Walks around Drøbak: «Bathing huts and artists»
TOUR NO. 2: «Bathing huts and artists» Time: Approx. 1 hour From the Tourist Information Office (1), where the Aquarium are also located, we walk out along…
Photo tour and view from Bråtan in Drøbak
Are you looking for a beautiful picture of Drøbak? A stroll up the steps at Bråtan might be just the thing. Here, Drøbak lies below…
Follo museum
This idyllic open-air museum at Seiersten is surrounded by nature on all sides and offers great experiences for young and old. Welcome.
Café Sjøstjernen
Fjordside restaurant in Drøbak Guest Harbor.
Det gamle bageri (The Old Bakery)
Gastrobar with great ambience in one of Drøbaks oldest wooden houses.