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The World's largest Viking ship sailing in modern times

Draken Harald Hårfagre

A ship built to explore, inspire, and connect

Draken Harald Hårfagre brings the extraordinary ingenuity of Viking Age shipbuilding into the present. Through real ocean voyages, experimental archaeology and international collaboration, she explores what these remarkable vessels were capable of — and shares that spirit of discovery through education, experiences and storytelling.

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Draken & The Odyssey

A real ship and a major motion picture

Draken brings authenticity to Hollywood

From real ocean expeditions to the big screen, Draken has become a remarkable platform for cinematic storytelling. Her role as Odysseus' ship in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey demonstrates the extraordinary visual presence and authenticity of a working Viking ship — bringing real craftsmanship, seamanship, and human experience to some of the world's most ambitious productions.


a six-part documentary television series

Viking Quest: America

The Spirit of Exploration

The Viking Age was an era of extraordinary maritime exploration, made possible by remarkable advances in shipbuilding, navigation and seamanship. Draken carries that pioneering spirit forward through real ocean voyages, experimental archaeology and international collaboration — exploring the ingenuity of the past while inspiring the curiosity, ambition and discoveries of tomorrow.

The Story Is Still Being Written.

Draken supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 14 – Life Below Water:
Draken has been featured by leading international media 
around the world, including: