Villa Paus

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Villa Paus

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Villa Paus, Private mansion in Bygdøy, Norway.

Villa Paus stands at Christian Benneches vei 6, featuring Neo-Baroque and Art Nouveau elements across its 1200 square meters of living space.

The mansion, constructed in 1907 for industrialist Ole Paus, served as the summer residence of Josef Terboven during World War II occupation.

The mansion includes ten main rooms, servant quarters, and a grand hall, reflecting the architectural preferences of Norway's industrial elite.

Located on the Bygdøy peninsula, the property originally encompassed a park area of seven decare and 80 meters of waterfront access.

The residence features a three-meter illuminated Buddha statue called Sitting Tattoo with Mountains positioned at the front of the property.

Location: Oslo Municipality

Architects: Einar Smith

GPS coordinates: 59.90558,10.69481

Latest update: March 10, 2025 13:28

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Villa Paus - Private mansion in Bygdøy, Norway » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes