In this article, I will cover 5 unique barn wedding venues near Oslo to give you a guidance about each venue and help you get started on your search.
Here in Norway, we are lucky to have stunning farms and barns all over the country. So clearly, there are some breathtaking country venues not far away from you.
If you are looking for a bohemian & cozy or classic & romantic venue for your wedding day with a touch of a countryside, then keep on reading!
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1. Holm Gård
Holm Gård is the perfect wedding venue for you to turn all your bohemian wedding dreams into reality. They are working together with their in-house wedding design-styling team “Bryllupskollektivet”, so be sure to be fully covered with the best wedding decoration you can dream of!
Holm Gård is located just about 1 hour southwest of Oslo, surrounded by scenic landscapes and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. The idyllic and spacious outdoor area allows you to hold your ceremony in the garden – or alternatively – in the old cellar, which has been transformed into an atmospheric room. Just ideal in case of rain.
Up to 120 guests can be accommodated to celebrate til the morning light.
Website: https://holmgard.no/
Address: 3484 Holmsbu
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2. Høymagasinet
Right at the center of Oslo – as a part of the famous Akershus Fortress – lays Høymagasinet, an exciting venue with an unusual building construction for Norway. The distinctive geometric construction and the brickwork of the building make Høymagasinet a unique venue for your wedding day. The park surroundings and the vibrant urban area add further uniqueness to this place.
Høymagasinet is a flexible event space and you can arrange your wedding indoors, outdoors or in a combination of both to accommodate up to 440 guests.
Food and drinks are ordered through the venue. Høymagasinet offers a wide range of food and drink menus, as well as tailored based on your wishes.
Website: https://www.hoymagasinet.no/
Address: Myntgata 7, 0151 Oslo
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3. Geiteberg Kulturbruk
Geiteberg Kulturbruk with its rustic charm is just a 40 minutes drive south of Oslo. Surrounded by a lush garden and many acres of alluring countryside, this place offers a gorgeous environment for your big day.
You can hold the ceremony outdoors in the garden with a great view over long-stretched fields of barley and move indoors into the cozy atmospheric barn for dinner. The spacious barn can manage up to 150 guests for indoor celebrations. Besides, it also offers the possibility to use the rustic basement during your wedding day. Either for wedding preparations or simply to move the party downstairs later in the evening, it’s up to you. Thanks to the spacious area, no matter the weather conditions, you can fully enjoy celebrating your wedding indoors.
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Geiteberg Kulturbruk works together with “Kreativ Catering”, which provides high-class local and seasonal food. The drinks are provided through the venue – additionally, get a traditional feeling with home-brewed beer.
If you are looking for an overnight stay, there is another farm just a quick 5-min. walk away. It’s capable of accommodating almost 60 guests at a time. Alternatively, there is Thon Hotel, about 20-min. drive from Geiteberg Kulturbruk.
Website: https://www.geiteberg.no/selskapslokaler
Address: Myraveien 142, 1825 Tomter
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4. Hoel Gård
If you are searching for a classical and romantic look, Hoel Gård is the perfect venue for your wedding day. Located around 2 hours north of Oslo, this idyllic farm is ideal for bringing your ideas into reality.
Hoel Gård offers a beautiful, well-maintained garden with lots of space for your outdoor countryside wedding. The majestic view on the lake Mjøsa underlines the classical beauty of this venue. There is also the possibility of renting an old steamship. Get picked up from any bank of lake Mjøsa and arrive at Hoel Gård by boat. This facility adds something very special to your wedding day.
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While the dining hall has room to accommodate around 130 guests at a time, it is also possible to arrange huge weddings in the garden for up to 3.000 guests if you desire a big gathering on your wedding day. You can also enjoy in-house catering of local food with seasonal spring, summer, and autumn menus. All drinks and alcohol will be ordered through the venue.
Hoel Gård offers accommodation as well. There are 37 well-designed rooms for 75 guests which emphasizes the all-around classical farm feel of the venue. Perfect for an overnight stay after dancing underneath the stars.
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Special for this venue is also the charming bridal suit, build in the 1900s. This is your perfect getting-ready place for the ceremony! Above that, you’ll also have the possibility to book it as your accommodation for an overnight stay. Wake up in this unique suit, enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace, or a just-married champagne glass in bed with your forever partner.
Website: https://www.hoel-gaard.no/
Address: Tingnesvegen 581, 2350 Nes
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5. Huser Gård
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Huser Gård is a truly unique wedding venue and ideal if you’re looking for natural and bohemian aesthetics. Lise, the owner of this idyllic venue, welcomes you with a smile and an open heart. Make sure to take a refreshing swim by the river Vorma when visiting this venue. Free chickens are running around, and horses on the venue deliver a true countryside feeling. The old brick building gives a rustic look to your wedding. From the inside, the red brick walls and original beams are carefully maintained and the whole building is creating a rough, but charming atmosphere.
There is also the option of having your ceremony in the lush garden of Huser Gård. This place is perfect for laid-back couples and people who have a special love for nature.
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If you want to sleep over, there are two possibilities. On one hand, you can stay at the “Mormor Huset”, which offers two apartments with six rooms and comes with kitchen facilities. On the other hand, you can go for a Glass House Cabin of WonderInn Riverside. There are 3 beautiful glass cabins available, each coming with an outdoor jacuzzi. Moreover, there is also a sauna free to use next to the river. If you need more space for accommodation, this venue also allows you to bring your own tents and put them up in the garden for a sleepover for your guests. Perfect for your bohemian wedding.
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Another great bonus is that you are able to bring your own drinks and alcohol. So there are no limits to your creativity. Surprise your guests with unique aperitifs and drinks. When it comes to food and catering it can be also organized fully by you. This leaves you with a lot of freedom of choice. Perfect to design food and drinks just after your taste or hire the catering firm which aligns best with you.
Website: https://husergard.no/
Address: Huservegen 128, 2170 Fenstad
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