Hidden Gems of Oslo

Introduction

Located on a hill east of Oslo
Directions:
- Take tram number 19, get off at Oslo Hospital stop
- Walk past artwork "Red Santa" and Huldra female troll statue by Dyre Vaa
- Continue up to a black frame for city views
Historical Anecdote:
- Edvard Munch’s inspiration for "The Scream" originated here

Charming street with allotment gardens and colorful wooden houses from the 1800s
Telthusbakken and Damstredet: well-preserved, historical streets with unique architecture
Features: Opportunities for photos and historical exploration
Nearby Landmark:
- Gamle Aker Kirke (Old Aker Church)
  - Oldest building in Oslo (mid-1100s)
  - Located on old medieval path
  - Church cemetery: final resting places of notable figures like Henrik Ibsen and Edvard Munch

Located at Alexander Kiellands square
Oslo’s last classic hot dog kiosk, operational since 1991
Specialties:
- Hot dog with caramelized onions, mashed potatoes, bun, and "lompe"
- Oslo hot dog with homemade mustard ketchup, potato salad, and pickled red onions
- Spicy "rabbagast" hot dog with jalapeno salad and crispy onions
Owner: Erlend, in business for nearly 34 years

Directions:
- Ride metro west to Slemdal station, 7-minute walk from there
Established by Emanuel Vigeland in 1926
- Meant to be a museum for his works and his mausoleum
- Urn placed over entrance door
Features:
- Dark barrel-vaulted room with fresco paintings depicting human life
- Dramatic and errotic art
- Intense acoustics
- Limited visitors per day; open only on Sundays

Perfect for a rewarding and accessible hike
Directions:
- Take metro to Vettakollen station
- Follow well-marked trail with blue arrows
- 20-30 minute hike
- Be prepared for icy conditions in winter
Features:
- Stunning panoramic views of Oslo
- Opportunity to explore deeper forest trails