Bruun Idun is an awesome troll to see looking out to the Puget Sound. Located in Lincoln Park. The parking lot was packed when I arrived, and I parked in a nearby neighborhood. I walked about 25 minutes along the shoreline and saw several bunnies and squirrels along the way to Bruun Idun. Under a canopy of trees, peacefully playing an instrument or smoking a pipe. Use your imagination. read more

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Inside Lincoln Park is this random troll named Bruun Idum. It is a little bit of a walk but you get to see the trees and everything so it wasn't bad. It might be about a 20-minute walk from the parking lot. But I believe it is well worth it! This troll has a wonderful background of trees and nature. Also, it looks kike it is blowing maybe a musical instrument. It states that the artist is making the trolls out of recycled products and his unique way to see and make something so awesome is great! read more

Bruun Idun - Wood - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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One of our favorites of Thomas Dambo's trolls we have seeked out. The area is beautiful, it's a bit of a hike but so worth finding! We plan on visiting again! read more

Bruun Idun - So cool - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

That hike is no joke. Find the lower lot at all costs!!! The troll is cool, but not worth the hike. I'm dying. read more

Bruun Idun - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bruun Idun is the latest Thomas Dambo troll that I went to go see a short time ago. This troll is located in Lincoln Park in the West Seattle neighborhood. It is facing the waterfront and if you are coming from the parking lot is a little bit more of a jaunt and hike compared to the others in the West Seattle neighborhood. You need to climb down and back up a ridge unless from what I am told you come up from the south where it's supposed to be less steep. But we however took a path to the north where it certainly was steep but manageable if you take your time. Bruun Idun itself was great like all of the Dambo trolls. Lots of offerings were left at the feet of the troll which mostly was shells but noticed the statue was sporting an anklet as well. The troll was beautiful with it's detail and position it was posing in making this troll stop well worthwhile and the waterfront is most certainly an extra bonus. read more

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Bruun Idun is one of six trolls built by Thomas Dambo in the Pacific Northwest - Way of the Bird King series. This is his 124th creation. Located in Lincoln Park in West Seattle, there are two convenient parking lots to reach Bruun Idun. Lot #2 offers a paved walk to the troll, while Lot #1 walks through the woods. We opted for lot #2 for a paved walk because my allergies are going nuts, and I didn't want to walk through trees. The walk is short and pleasant. Finding the troll is easy; it is on Google maps and near the Coleman Pool (closed). We enjoyed a walk around the water on a beautiful sunny day. The crowds are very respectful of each other. We stood in a line to wait for our turn for photos. Bruun Idun is decorated with pieces made from primarily shells and bark, contributed from a Muckleshoot Tribe artist named John "Coyote" Halliday. Bruun Idun is playing a flute with a song for the orcas, per Thomas Dambo, the creator. A line of Dambo's poem is "She played for them the orca song, to ask them where they all had gone." Bruun Idun looks like a sweetheart, peacefully playing its flute. Love! read more

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This is located in West Seattle at Lincoln Park off Fauntelroy. We parked in one of the parking lots, I think lot B or the lot closest to the ferry. We took an easy stroll down to the waterfront, walked towards Colman Pool, this art piece is just beyond the bathrooms. You'll probably see a small crowd taking photos, so that will also be your cue to let you know where it's at. Pretty cool looking art, bigger than I thought, nice placement where they put this sculpture and cool wood materials that it's made from. There's a little sign near it giving you some history. Only stopped here for about 10 mins then we were out, went for a long walk through the park afterwards. Overall, pretty cool to check out. read more

Bruun Idun - Bruun Idun - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We have been enjoying the Dambo trolls around the Pacific Northwest over the past two to three weeks, and Bruun Idun is just as amazing and awe-inspiring as the others. The walk down from the parking lot, through the woods on the trail was nice and easy - all downhill, so be prepared for the uphill climb. We made our way past the Coleman Pool then to Bruun Idun, where the bunches of families awaited their time for pictures. The beach at Lincoln Park is directly in front of the troll, making for beautiful views looking out. Each troll has such a personality and is full of emotion, allowing you to take your time to study the intricacies and detailed carpentry, artistry, creativity. read more

Bruun Idun - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bruun Idun - Way of the Bird King is down by the shore. Great walk through Lincoln Park to see Bruun Idun. It's a lovely walk and nice park. There is a hike from the parking lot which includes a drop down to beach level. Put on a good pair of walking shoes and enjoy the walk. FYI Coming back up the steep incline might be a little bit difficult for anyone with health issues. Don't let the walk scare you off visiting, it's worth it!! Lots of friendly people politely taking turns having a picture taken--and always offers by strangers to "take the picture so you can be in it too." This was the first troll we have seen in Washington. Love seeing Thomas Dambo's work. Worth a visit! read more

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Great opportunity for a family walk (ADA accesible) Lincoln Park Parking lot is just a few minutes away. Easy access to the beach and the troll. Bruun Idun - Way of the Bird King is part of a family of trolls around the PNW (the others are in Vashon island, Bainbridge island, Issaquah WA, Nordic museum and Oregon) Bruun is playing an enormous flute to call the orcas. Author Thomas Dambo read more

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We were hooked on seeing these trolls so went and checked out this one. you have to park a bit away at a different park and walk through a residential area (very clearly marked path) to get there. You will also be greeted with scenic water views along this walk and a rocky beach if you so choose to walk there instead of the path. It was cool for many reasons, but the first is that it is around a corner. You'll just be walking along, turn a corner, and there it is in all its glory. It was not too crowded when we were there and we were able to take the pictures we wanted by ourselves with no issues. The size was impressive and life likeness blew us away. read more

One of six total art pieces by Thomas Dambo in the PNW. It's the third of six created and right near the water at Colman Pool. There's a story behind every piece created and I love that each whimsical troll sculpture is part of an underlying environmental story. The project celebrates the human experience of art by amplifying the connections of cultural heritage between Coast Salish tribal communities and Scandinavian traditions. Art that can bring the community together standing in lines taking turns taking pictures and enjoying the meaning behind it should be embraced. It would be lovely if more of these kinds of artistic pieces graced our state. Go see Bruun Idun along with the other trolls! read more

Bruun Idun - Public Art Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love the walk to Bruuny - she is perfect. The park is fantastic. Parking was easy. We went at 4pm. Plenty of people but not crowded. read more

Nice walk along the beach. The troll fits right in; it looks like something from a fairy tale or movie. (Or from Where the Wild Things Are)