Ole Borneman Bull (1810 - 1880) was a Norwegian violinist, often called Norway’s first international star. Born in Bergen, by the time he was four he could play on the violin all the songs he heard his mother sing. At the age of nine he played first violin in the Bergen Theatre orchestra and was a soloist with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra. Ole Bull built the fairytale castle at Lysøen in 1897–73 as a summer residence for himself and his second wife. Lysøen was opened as a museum in 1974 and is a legendary concert venue at the Bergen International Festival.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access
The steep hill climb from the boat makes assistance necessary. Access to music hall is reasonably easy, but some assistance is required for access to the rooms on the lower floor. No wheelchair ramp to the café
Handicap toilet
None
Facilities for reduced hearing
None
Transport and parking
Boat transport from central Bergen included in ticket price, but the boat does not take motorised wheelchairs.
The museum has its own boat from Buena Quay, with limited free car parking. This boat does not take motorised wheelchairs. See the Lysøen website for more information.