Courses – General information

The courses held at Gränsfors Bruk in 2026 include blacksmithing courses and timber framing courses. The courses vary in technique, level of difficulty, and duration. Courses are offered from April to October.

This year, the main focus is on 2-day courses where participants learn to forge their own axe. We also offer 5-day basic courses in hot forging and the blacksmith’s tools for those who wish to deepen their skills. In addition, this year we will hold two 6-day courses in timber framing for participants interested in learning how to build houses using traditional post-and-beam techniques.

During our courses, participants work side by side with experienced instructors. Course
participants are insured during the course period. Protective equipment is available to borrow.

Upon completion of the course, participants receive a course certificate.
All our courses include full board, with meals at Restaurant Augusta in Gränsfors, and
accommodation (single room or shared double room) in course lodgings in Gränsfors.
Materials are included in the courses, as well as course literature. In the village, there is also the Axe Museum, and opportunities to try axe throwing, wood splitting, and a wood-fired sauna.

All courses include a guided tour of the Gränsfors Bruk forge and axe production. Course participants receive a 20% discount in the Gränsfors Bruk factory shop on the regular product range during the course.

The maximum number of participants per course is generally 10 people. The minimum age is 16 years. No prior experience is required for short courses, basic courses, or timber framing courses.  Some prior forging experience is recommended for the course “Tools of the Blacksmith’s.” Courses are taught in Swedish and English, depending on the participants. Timber framing courses are also offered in German. All courses can be purchased as gift vouchers.