Did you know?
In Norway we love to gå på tur - to go for a hike! When we meet fellow hikers on the trail we greet them with a friendly: "Hei! God tur!" meaning "Hey, have a nice walk!".
Whether it’s under the warm summer sun or surrounded by a winter wonderland, hiking is a cherished activity for Norwegians. Our tours let you experience the beauty of Oslo’s nature throughout the year.
Whether it’s under the warm summer sun or surrounded by a winter wonderland, hiking is a cherished activity for Norwegians. Our tours let you experience the beauty of Oslo’s nature throughout the year.
Meeting point
All our hiking tours in Oslo start right next to the iconic Tiger statue in front of the Oslo Visitor Centre, located at Jernbanetorget in the heart of the city.
It’s an easily accessible spot, with most buses, subways, trams, and trains stopping at Jernbanetorget, making it simple to reach us from anywhere in central Oslo.
From here, we’ll take you on an adventure to explore the best views of the Oslo fjord and the surrounding nature!
Hike difficulty
Whether it’s summer or winter, we offer hikes of varying difficulty levels to suit different fitness levels and preferences.
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Very Easy. General good health necessary. Hiking shoes or similar needed.
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Easy. Reasonable standard of fitness required. Hiking shoes or similar needed.
Moderate. Some hiking experience required. Backpack with food and water, hiking shoes or similar required.
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Experienced. General hiking experience required. Backpack with food, water, and hiking shoes required.
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Very experienced. Above average hiking experience required. Backpack with food, water, and hiking shoes required.
On the tour
Your adventure begins when we meet at the Tiger statue. Your guide will introduce the day’s hike plans and provide important safety instructions. Please listen the guide’s instructions carefully.
Follow the guide's directions. If you feel sick let the guide know immediately.
As you hike, take in the fresh air, relax, and fully enjoy the beautiful nature around you. Be sure to take plenty of pictures, but please remember – we are dedicated to preserving the natural environment. Our goal is to maintain the area’s beauty for future generations.
We look forward to seeing you on the tour!
Refund and payment
The price of your tour includes an experienced guide to ensure you have a safe and informative hike. You will need to purchase metro tickets for the journey, but don't worry—our guides will assist you with this.
Please also check the When in Norway cancellation policies and liability regulations on our website.
We accept card payments only.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at booking@wheninnorway.no
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A little history
Oslo city is surrounded by lush green forests. It only takes a short train ride to step into the wilderness. Locals use public transportation to access some of the most beautiful spots around Oslo. Only 15-20 minutes away by metro - and you are in the heart of the green forest.
And the adventure begins! Norwegians call metro system T-bane, but in the past, we called it trikk (tram).
On this historic photo you see King Olav V showing his ticket for trikken to the tram inspector, probably on his way to enjoy a hike. Notice the ski poles? It’s clear he was preparing for a gå på tur!