Most Norwegians know Leif Einar Lothe long before they know his Viking compound. Under the nickname Lothepus, he became one of Norway's biggest TV personalities — first famous for blasting rock and driving excavators, now for building a Viking-inspired compound in his hometown of Odda by the Hardangerfjord.
Cider from Hardanger has exploded in popularity in recent years. Olav Bleie & Alde are among those who have paved the way and developed Hardanger into a cider destination that more and more people want to experience.