Oslo is the capital and largest city of Norway, located on the southern coast, in the head of the Oslofjord. Oslo is a modern city with plenty of things to see and experience. May is a lovely time to visit Oslo as the weather is typically mild, with average temperatures ranging from 7°C to 16°C (45°F to 61°F). Current weather at Oslo.
must-see attractions and things to do
- Akershus Fortress, located in the city center. This fortress has played an important role in Norwegian history
- Vigeland Sculpture Park, which features over 200 bronze, granite, and cast iron sculptures created by Gustav Vigeland. The park is open year-round and is free to visit. Google maps
- National Museum of Art
- Architecture and Design
- The main shopping district is located on Karl Johans Gate, a pedestrian street that runs from the train station to the Royal Palace.
- Harry Hole’s Oslo
Horten
Horten is a small coastal town located in the Vestfold county of Norway, about 90 kilometers southwest of Oslo. Despite its small size, Horten has a rich history and plenty of interesting sights to offer. Current weather at Horten.
must-see attractions and things to do
- Norwegian Naval Museum, which showcases Norway’s maritime history and features several historical ships, including the last remaining Norwegian-built battleship, the KNM Tordenskjold. The museum is located in a former naval base.
- Midgard Historical Center, which features exhibits on Viking culture and history. Visitors can learn about Viking life, crafts, and trade, as well as participate in hands-on activities such as archery and metalworking.
- Beautiful beaches and hiking trails. Borre, located just south of Horten, is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking. The Borrehaugene Viking Cemetery, which features impressive Viking-era burial mounds, is also located nearby.
near Oslo and Horten
- Tønsberg, located about halfway between Horten and Oslo, is worth a visit. This historic town has a rich history dating back to Viking times and features several interesting sights, including the Tønsberg Castle ruins
- Kjosterudjuvet hiking, see a route at Wikiloc.com
Language tips
- Unnskyld meg, snakker du engelsk? (Excuse me, do you speak English?) This is a useful question to ask if you need help or directions and are unsure if the person you are speaking to speaks English.
- Kan jeg få en [øl/vann/kaffe]? (Can I have a [beer/water/coffee]?) If you’re at a restaurant or café, this is a useful phrase to know when you want to order something to drink.
- “Hvor er nærmeste bensinstasjon?” This translates to “Where is the nearest gas station?”
Other stuff
- Jessheim: quite large shopping center
- Tønsberg: Tønsberg is a historic city located on the west coast of Norway, in the Vestfold og Telemark county. With a population of approximately 50,000 people, it is the county’s largest city and one of the oldest towns in Norway, with a history dating back to the Viking Age.
- Saga Oseberg: “The world’s most important discovery from the Viking era was made just outside Tønsberg in 1904; The discovery of the famous Oseberg viking ship.”
- Havariet
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Links
Norway links
- Lofoten: private ta.dm
- The average temperature in Lofoten in June is around 12°C (54°F), and the sun never sets, which means you’ll have plenty of daylight hours to explore the islands.
- Norway ta.dm
- Hamningberg
- Varanger
- Varanger tourist route
- Vestre Jakobselv, Annijoki. Annejohkalla tarinaa
- Klubbnasen
- Lohta Annijoelta