Hamardomen

Here was also the bishop's castle, the monks' herb garden, a hospital, and a school next to the country's only inland village; Hamarkaupangen was attacked by the Swedes, fell into ruin and large parts of the cathedral were destroyed by fire in the 16th century. In 1985, the decay had progressed to such an extent that the Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage concluded that a listed building was necessary over the ruins of the church. The listed building was completed in 1998.

The Hamar Cathedral is an ecumenical church; both the Lutheran and Catholic churches can use Hamardomen for services and ceremonies, such as weddings, baptisms and confirmations. Every morning during the summer season, except Sundays and Tuesdays, pilgrims can come to morning prayer, or just a quiet moment, in Hamardomen. This takes place before the museum opens, from 08:30 - 09:00. The offer is a collaboration between Pilegrimssenter Hamar and the priests in Hamar Domprosti. 

Pilgrims receive a special discount in the museum's exhibitions upon presentation of a pilgrim's pass. Visiting Hamardomen is free if you have a pass. All guides at the museum either sing or play an instrument and we highly recommend the mini-concert that takes place every afternoon at 14.30. Remember to bring your pilgrim's pass.