Great Music

Bergen

Troldhaugen Home of composer Edvard Grieg

The home of composer Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) and his wife Nina. Grieg lived here for 22 years and composed many of his best-known works in the little garden. Also visit the cliff-hewn tomb where he was buried, the concert hall "Troldsalen" and the museum.
Address: Troldhaugvegen 65, 5232 Paradis
Telephone: 55 92 29 92
Email: info@troldhaugen.com

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Bergen

Lysøen Island, and Ole Bull's Villa

The beautiful and extraordinary villa on Lysøen (the Island of Light) was built as a summer residence for the Norwegian violin virtuoso Ole Bull in 1873. Ole Bull's charismatic personality and musical excellence influenced contemporary artists. The villa is open to the general public in the summer, offering daily guided tours and concerts.
Address: Lysøen, 5215 Lysekloster
Telephone: 56 30 90 77
Email: mail@lysoen.no

Bergen

Siljustøl, home of composer Harald Sæverud

One of the most important Norwegian composers of this century. The property was a wedding gift from the bride's parents. The house from 1939 is made of wood and natural stone, and with elements from old Norwegian building traditions.
Address: Siljustølsveien 50, 5239 Rådal
Telephone: 55 13 60 00
Email: siljustol@troldhaugen.no