Walking in the Footsteps of Harald Sohlberg – Røros

This guided tour takes you through the historic mining town of Røros, following in the footsteps of one of Norway’s most important neo-romantic painters, Harald Sohlberg. Your guide, Ellen Kristine Klemmetvold from Kunst & Kaos, shares insights into the artist’s life and creative process during his time in Røros from 1902 to 1905.

Along the route, you’ll stop at key spots where Sohlberg found inspiration. One of the highlights is Sohlberg’s Square, offering a view of the row of houses known as “Sohlbergrekka”, depicted in the painting After the Snowstorm / Street in Røros. The walk ends at the cemetery behind Røros Church, overlooking the townscape captured in the painting Night.

This experience combines art history with local stories, giving you a clear understanding of how Røros influenced some of Sohlberg’s most iconic works.

• Visit the real-life scenes featured in Sohlberg’s paintings
• Stop at Sohlberg’s Square and view “Sohlbergrekka”
• End the walk at the viewpoint from the painting Night

The walk ends at the cemetery behind Røros Church. Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

• Guided walk with an expert in local art history
• Stories about Harald Sohlberg’s life and work in Røros
• Visits to locations depicted in his paintings