Kistefos Wood Pulp Mill

The Kistefos Wood Pulp Mill stands along the Randselva river, featuring preserved machinery and industrial equipment from its operational period between 1889 and 1955.

Anders Sveaas established the mill in 1889, utilizing the power of Kistefossen waterfall to manufacture wood pulp for paper production during Norway's industrial expansion.

The site transformed into a museum in 1996, combining industrial heritage with contemporary art exhibitions and a sculpture park containing 46 permanent installations.

Visitors can operate historical machinery components and explore multiple exhibition spaces spread across the 17.6-hectare grounds of the former industrial complex.

The Twist, a bridge-gallery designed by Bjarke Ingels Group, connects both riverbanks while serving as an exhibition space within the museum complex.

Location: Jevnaker

Inception: June 27, 1889

Website: http://kistefos-tre.no

GPS coordinates: 60.22229,10.36911

Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:19