If you’ve just landed in Norway and want real nature without a rental car, start here. These 12 trails give fjord views, forest lakes, and classic Oslomarka vibes, each reachable on public transport.
1) Vettakollen – Oslo’s quickest big view
- Why go: Huge skyline and fjord views for little effort.
- Stats: ~3-5 km round trip · 1-2 hrs · short steep finish.
- Get there: Metro Line 1 → Vettakollen (or Sognsvann) and follow signed paths
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2) Kolsåstoppen – sunset ledges above the fjord
- Why go: Panoramas over Bærum and the Oslofjord; classic sandstone ledges.
- Stats: 4-7 km · 2-3 hrs · moderate.
- Get there: T-Bane Line 3 → Kolsås/Hauger or bus toward Stein gård; waymarked trails to Nordre/Søndre peaks.
3) Grefsenkollen – café + city views
Why go: Rewarding viewpoint with a hilltop café; great for families.
Stats: 3-6 km · 1.5-2.5 hrs · moderate ascent.
Get there: Bus 31 → Årvoll senter, switch to 25 → Grefsenkollveien, then follow the marked path.
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4) Øyungen from Skar – lake day for everyone
- Why go: Wide gravel path to a pretty forest lake; picnic and swimming spots.
- Stats: ~10 km out-and-back (to the dam and back) · 2-3 hrs · easy.
- Get there: Bus 51 → Skar (Maridalen); signed gravel road along Skarselva.
5) Sognsvann → Ullevålseter – the Oslo “starter trail”
- Why go: Beloved greenway into Nordmarka; café at Ullevålseter.
- Stats: ~10–12 km return depending on route · easy rolling.
- Get there: Metro Line 5 → Sognsvann, follow main path north.
6) Bygdøy Coastal Path – beaches & museums loop
- Why go: Gentle seaside walking; combine with Fram/Viking Ship museums (seasonal).
- Stats: 5–11 km options · flat · family-friendly.
- Get there: Bus 30 → Huk/Bygdøy; follow signed coastal path.
7) Rundtur Lillomarka (Solemskogen) – quiet forest ridge
- Why go: Calm woods and views from Grytlihøgda; fewer crowds than Sognsvann.
- Stats: 7.3 km loop · ~3 hrs · moderate.
- Get there: Bus to Solemskogen trailhead; follow loop.
8) Øyungskollen viewpoint – short, steeper option from Skar
- Why go: Compact climb to a strong Nordmarka view; pairs with Øyungen.
- Stats: ~5–6 km · 2–3 hrs · moderate+.
- Get there: Bus 51 → Skar; signed trail to Øyungskollen.
9) Fagervann via Ullevålseter – swims + forest singletrack
- Why go: Classic blue-blazed paths and a gorgeous swim spot.
- Stats: ~6 km one way variants · 2–3 hrs · moderate.
- Get there: Start from Sognsvann and follow signs toward Fagervann/Ullevålseter.
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10) Grefsenkollen “lett utsiktstur” – the easy version
Why go: A marked, gentler route up to the same view.
Stats: ~3–4 km · 1–2 hrs · easy–moderate.
Get there: Bus to Akebakken stop; follow UT.no description.
11) Hovedøya & island strolls (bonus, seasonal)
- Why go: Ferry to car-free islands for super-easy nature time; short trails, beaches.
- Get there: Ruter boats from Aker Brygge (summer = frequent; winter = fewer departures).
12) Ramstadslottet (Østmarka) – granite dome views
- Why go: Quieter top with wide rock slabs; great “I’m in the Norwegian woods” vibe.
- Stats: 8–15 km depending on start · 3–5 hrs · moderate.
- Get there: Multiple trailheads in Østmarka (e.g., Marikollen/Huldreheim)
