In the footsteps of Edvard Munch - Løten
Edvard Munch was born at Englaug Østre farm in Løten on 12 December 1863. When Edvard was only 10 months old, the family moved to Oslo. They stayed closely in touch with their friends at Englaug farm. In later life, Munch visited Løten and Englaug on several occasions, and the time he spent in the area would provide inspiration for subsequent works.
We will follow in the footsteps of Edvard Munch driving from Oslo to the Munch Centre in Løten. The museum is located at Klevfos Industrial Museum at Ådalsbruk. After a coffee break in the authentic Klevfos Cellulose & Paper Mill from 1888, we will have a guided tour at the Munch Centre. We will end our visit at The Edvard Munch Kunstverksted and its printmaking workshop where we can make our own Munch print.
Before having lunch at the charming Løten Railway station, we take a photo stop in front of Munch’s birthplace, Englaug Østre farm.
After lunch we are heading to Løten Church, where Edvard was baptised for the second time, four months after the urgent baptism at home when the newborn baby nearly died. We will have a look at the graveyard of Svartbækken and hear the dramatic story that led to Munch's painting "The Murderer".
The day trip starting in Oslo or Hamar is the longest and can be tailored to the number of hours or price that is desirable for your group. These tours are reserved for pre-booked tours for small and medium-sized groups.
For more information please contact Tour Leader Silvia C. Leine at Northway AS