Grotten, Heritage house in Palace Park, Oslo, Norway
The residence stands on a rocky outcrop at the edge of Palace Park, featuring neoclassical architecture with a cornice and frontispiece facing the city.
Henrik Wergeland constructed this house in 1841 over an abandoned graystone mine, creating a workspace within the grotto beneath the structure.
Since 1924, the Norwegian state has designated Grotten as an honorary residence for distinguished artists, composers, and writers selected by the King.
The building opens its doors to visitors annually on May 17th during Norway's Constitution Day celebrations, allowing public access to this cultural landmark.
The underground grotto, which gave the house its name, contained Wergeland's collection of stuffed animals and minerals during his residency from 1841 to 1845.
Location: Oslo Municipality
Inception: 1841
GPS coordinates: 59.91856,10.73114
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:16
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