This beautiful island is definitely worth a visit, particularly if you go on a Sunday and take in one of the lunchtime concerts. If you're travelling by car, here are a few tips. Lysoen keeps its jewels well hidden and there are hardly any road...More

There is another famous Norwegian composer whose talent is on the same level as the talent of famous Norwegian composer Edward Grieg. His name is Ole Bull. On a small and beautiful island of Light he built his villa, which is really a mixture of...More

The house and its' furnishing are beautiful. The docent had such interesting information to share with Ole Bull, his accomplishments, his wife/family, etc. Definitely learned a lot and enjoyed the visit much more than I thought I would. Would recommend visiting.

Visiting Lysoen might be a little tricky (boat schedule) but it's well worth a visit. The house itself is indescribable and needs to be seen. Likewise the history of this place and it's charismatic and eccentric owner Ole Bull. On the plus side: gorgeous scenery,...More

I don't think I need to write more about the house, you really just need to go visit it and be enchanted by its charm. Plan your trip ahead, look at the bus schedule in advance. We got up late and took the Bybanen train...More

Nice little ferry ride to the island. The tour guide gave a very interesting lecture. Amazing home. I had never heard of Ole Bull but he was an amazing Rock Star in his day. The ladies even swooned over him and his music performances.

Been visiting lysoen my entire life since its close to my childhood home. It is a peacefull, beautiful place both winter and summer. There are loads of places to take a swim in the summer, and nice trails and lookout points. There are stone caves...More