Munthehuset

Munthehuset is a manor estate in Kroken with multiple dwelling buildings and numerous outbuildings located near the Krokaelvi river with waterfront amenities. The structures are arranged around the main house and form a cohesive compound with different functional areas.

Captain Gerhard Christofferson Munthe purchased the property in 1764 from the Theiste family and commissioned construction of the main building. This marked the beginning of an important phase in the estate's development as a residence and later as a cultural hub.

During the early 1800s, this house served as a gathering place for intellectuals and artists who met here during Norway's romantic movement. Its rooms reflected the spirit of the era and drew people who helped shape the nation's sense of self.

The estate is open to visitors mainly during summer months with guided tours and event and overnight accommodation options available. It helps to check opening times beforehand, as access varies throughout the year.

One bedroom is named Kongesalen because it hosted two Swedish-Norwegian kings, Oscar II and Charles XV, during their visits to the estate. This room stands as a reminder of royal guests and the property's importance in national history.