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Bærum

Risskov has a large selection of weekend breaks and cheap holidays to Norway. A sought-after destination is Asker and Bærum, located west of Oslo and characterized by rural surroundings with beautiful farms located right on the Oslofjord. Here you have the perfect opportunity to take a walk around the farm or enjoy a stroll in the fields. You can also go for a swim if the kids are along for the ride and would like to pay a visit to Vollen beach, which would be ideal on a warm sunny day. This is also where the locals seek refuge when the weather gets too hot. That's why there are a number of good bathing spots and a boat service to Oslo in the summer months. The harbour has moorings and a guest harbour with several shops and a fjord tavern.

In Vollen you can rent electric bikes, ask where the best cycling routes are, they know all about it at the rental office. That way you can mix a bit of active holiday into your car holiday.

Should the city become too much, a trip to Bærums verk, where there are about 50 shops that have not changed much since the 1600s, and it is of course also possible to get something to eat in Bærums verk. Also visit Henie-Onstad Kunstsenter, which is an experience for anyone who is just a little interested in art. The art centre opened in 1967 and was inaugurated by the figure skater Sonja Henie, who promised that The Beatles would come and play, which never happened. Since then, many famous artists have exhibited their work at the art centre, including Yayoi Kusama, who exhibited in 2016. At Henie-Onstad Art Centre you can also enjoy some lunch or dinner at the restaurant Bølgen & Moi Høvikodden, which offers international cuisine.

Oslofjordmuseet

At the Oslofjord Museum outside Oslo you can experience boat collections, changing exhibitions and activities related to the leisure use of the Oslofjord. Enjoy a bit of rowing in the simulator, build model boats and test them in the teaching pool. Learn about bathing history and water purification of the fjord. There is also a café for coffee lovers as well as a museum shop.

Henie-Onstad Art Centre

Henie Onstad Art Centre is a lively museum where something is always going on. Since it opened in 1961, it has made a name for itself, first by catering to art enthusiasts, and second by hosting a number of interesting exhibitions featuring artists such as Yayoi Kusama.

There is also a restaurant at the Henie-Onstad Art Centre, where you can order a large dinner or a simple lunch. Restaurant Wave & Moi Høvikodden serves international à la carte menus in beautiful surroundings. Stop by this lovely place when you are on a summer holiday or weekend break in the area.

Vigelandsparken

Vigelandsparken in Oslo is definitely worth a visit, as it is also the largest park in the centre of Oslo. The park has always been a popular area where the city's citizens could entertain themselves with various outdoor activities or just enjoying the good weather surrounded by green and beautiful nature. The park is one of the most magnificent sights in the Norwegian capital and the whole park is also dedicated to the works of the famous sculptor and artist Gustav Vigeland. Vigeland Park contains a total of 214 sculptures, made of bronze and granite. There are also 13 wrought iron gates. Gustav Vigeland himself modelled all the sculptures in full size, while the carving in granite and the casting in bronze were mainly done by his students and skilled craftsmen.

Norwegian Folk Museum

In Bygdøy, close to Oslo, is the Norwegian Folk Museum which can be quite an interesting visit. Get a taste of how people lived in Norway from the 16th century to the present day.

The museum lays the foundations for an open-air museum with 158 buildings from various towns and villages in Norway. Visit ´Landsbygda´, ´Gamlebyen´, ´Setesdal in 1739´, ´Trøndelag in 1959´, ´Wessels gate in Oslo in 1879´ and ´Stavkirken från Gol´, but there are many more interesting buildings, which among other things also house a number of exhibitions on families and on Norwegian folk art from the Middle Ages to the 1900s and Sami culture.

An exciting visit for the whole family. There's plenty to see and do, and it's not far from Oslo.

Viking Ship Museum

Take a self-drive holiday to Norway and visit the Norwegian capital Oslo with Risskov. Find child-friendly hotels for the trip and get away with the whole family. One of the major attractions in Oslo is the Viking Ship Museum, located alongside Fram Museum and the Norwegian Folk Museum. The Viking ships were built around the year 800 and there are also three large burial mounds at Oseberg, Gokstad and Tune. The Viking Ship Museum also exhibits the only chariot ever found from the Viking Age, as well as sledges and carved wood art and other burial treasures. The museum also has skeletons from Oseberg and Gokstad. Plan a summer or winter holiday with Risskov and visit the Viking Ship Museum.