Sognsvann
A forest lake beside the metro terminus, with a 3.3 km lakeside trail. It is the city's backyard for walking, swimming and skiing in every season.
Sognsvann lies at the northern edge of the city, at the entrance to the Nordmarka forest. From the city center, take Metro Line 5 for about 20 minutes to the terminus, Sognsvann, then walk a few minutes to the lake. The flat lakeside trail is about 3.3 km and takes about an hour. Pine forests and marshes surround the lake. In summer you can swim and barbecue, and in winter, once the lake freezes, you can skate. It is also the starting point for cross-country skiing into Nordmarka. Admission is free, and there are public toilets by the lake. Weather changes quickly in spring and autumn, so bring a windproof jacket.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Emanuel Vigeland Museum
- Vigeland Park
- Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology
- Mathallen Oslo
- Grünerløkka
- Ibsen Museum
- Holmenkollen Ski Jump
- Oslo Winter Park (Tryvann)