Exploring Oslo's Green Heart and History
The University Botanical Garden in Oslo, established in 1814, is Norway's oldest botanical garden. Located in the Tøyen neighborhood, it is administered by the University of Oslo. 2)
Adjacent to the botanical garden, also in Tøyen, is the Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo, which is Norway's largest and oldest natural history museum. Its roots trace back to the founding of the botanical garden in 1814. 3
The Natural History Museum encompasses both the Zoological Museum, showcasing wildlife from Norway and around the world, and the Geological Museum, which houses over 2 million fossils, rock specimens, and minerals. The botanical garden itself contains 35,000 plants across 7,500 species, along with two exhibition greenhouses. 3
Torshov: A Neighborhood with Character
North of Grünerløkka, the Torshov neighborhood in Oslo's Sagene borough offers a distinct local experience. Vogts gate serves as the main street, featuring various coffee shops, restaurants, and cafes. 4
Torshov has historical significance, with its public school built in 1878 and becoming a separate congregation from Sagene in 1930. The Oslo Tramway connects Torshov, with lines running between Majorstuen and Kjelsås. 4
New Rail Connection to Oslo
A new direct train service now links Malmö, in the far south of Sweden, to Oslo. This route offers a journey of just over six hours, with options to stop in the seaside town of Varberg or the city of Gothenburg. 1