
Best lake in Oslo
Check out the top lake in Oslo, reviewed and ranked by the city’s locals
1. Lutvann
1. Lutvann



2 local reviews
Lutvann
Natural feature

Beautiful lake that you can swim, ski or skate on depending on the time of year. Lovely hike to the lake both …

Beautiful lake about a 10-15 minute walk from home. Hiking trails too.

Beautiful lake about a 10-15 minute walk from home. Hiking trails too.
1. Lutvann
1. Lutvann



2 local reviews
Lutvann

Megan Colette
Beautiful lake that you can swim, ski or skate on depending on the time of year. Lovely hike to the lake both quick and short trail options.

Mukhtar
Beautiful lake about a 10-15 minute walk from home. Hiking trails too.

Mukhtar
Beautiful lake about a 10-15 minute walk from home. Hiking trails too.
2. Sognsvann
2. Sognsvann



45 local reviews
Sognsvann
Natural featureEstablishment

If you're a runner and want to clock in some miles on your trip, look no further than the hiking trails of Son…

A very nice little lake which is perfect for a quiet walk (about 3 km long) in the forest. You can have a smal…

One of Oslos most popular areas for hiking. Take metro 5 to Sognsvann. Walk around the lake (ca. 3,5 km) and t…
2. Sognsvann
2. Sognsvann



45 local reviews
Sognsvann

Jessica
If you're a runner and want to clock in some miles on your trip, look no further than the hiking trails of Songsvann for a idyllic Sunday mo…

Lena
A very nice little lake which is perfect for a quiet walk (about 3 km long) in the forest. You can have a small bonfire (at designated place…

Maria
One of Oslos most popular areas for hiking. Take metro 5 to Sognsvann. Walk around the lake (ca. 3,5 km) and take a swim if you want. You ca…
3. Vigelandsparken
3. Vigelandsparken



154 local reviews
Vigelandsparken
Establishment

Renowned park in Oslo for its controversial sculptures. Huge grass space and peaceful lake.

Iconic sculpture park, very unique. Many hundred sculptures by the same artist. Beautiful gardens and lake.

Great place to stroll around on a sunny afternoon. A must see if you are interested in sculpture and architect…
3. Vigelandsparken
3. Vigelandsparken



154 local reviews
Vigelandsparken

Cheng
Renowned park in Oslo for its controversial sculptures. Huge grass space and peaceful lake.

Charlotte
Iconic sculpture park, very unique. Many hundred sculptures by the same artist. Beautiful gardens and lake.

Kim And Bjørn
Great place to stroll around on a sunny afternoon. A must see if you are interested in sculpture and architecture.
4. Østensjøvannet lake
4. Østensjøvannet lake



10 local reviews
Østensjøvannet lake, Oslo
Natural featureEstablishment

NIce scenery with birds and lake- the lake is for birds only.

The Østensjø lake is a bird reserve and has a vast selection of Norwegian birds.

A walk around this beautiful lake takes 1-1,5 hours.
4. Østensjøvannet lake
4. Østensjøvannet lake



10 local reviews
Østensjøvannet lake, Oslo

Hanne-Marit
NIce scenery with birds and lake- the lake is for birds only.

Erik
The Østensjø lake is a bird reserve and has a vast selection of Norwegian birds.

Oistein
A walk around this beautiful lake takes 1-1,5 hours.
5. Isdammen
5. Isdammen



4 local reviews
Isdammen
Natural featureEstablishment

Beautful small lake in beautiful nature, great for hiking, skiing and grilling, 20 min walk from my flat.

300 meters walk from the appartment. Nice little lake a few hundred meters from the appartment. Nice for chil…

Small lake and rereational area with a fireplace and barbeque. You can swim, hike in the area around it, try a…
5. Isdammen
5. Isdammen



4 local reviews
Isdammen

Mersiha
Beautful small lake in beautiful nature, great for hiking, skiing and grilling, 20 min walk from my flat.

Håvard
300 meters walk from the appartment. Nice little lake a few hundred meters from the appartment. Nice for children. This is next to the star…

Veronika
Small lake and rereational area with a fireplace and barbeque. You can swim, hike in the area around it, try and spot some fish or just sit …
6. Nøklevannet
6. Nøklevannet



6 local reviews
Nøklevannet
Natural featureEstablishment

Beautiful lake for skiing and hiking in winter, and swimming, running and hiking in summer

The Nøklevann lake is a popular place to swim, but is also a great place to fish. It's a big and picturesque l…

Lovely fresh water lake, hiking trails and bathing area
6. Nøklevannet
6. Nøklevannet



6 local reviews
Nøklevannet

Jeanette
Beautiful lake for skiing and hiking in winter, and swimming, running and hiking in summer

Erik
The Nøklevann lake is a popular place to swim, but is also a great place to fish. It's a big and picturesque lake. I

Ingjerd
Lovely fresh water lake, hiking trails and bathing area
7. Akerselva
7. Akerselva



81 local reviews
Akerselva, Oslo
Natural featureEstablishment

Follow the Akerselva (river) from Maridalsvannet (lake) to Vaterland Park in the centre of Oslo. The riverwal…

Take a bike or go on a easy hike along the river. You can start near our house and explore the city and the ri…

Walk along the Akers river up to the Lake Maridal, or take the tram to the last stop and walk back down. Path …
7. Akerselva
7. Akerselva



81 local reviews
Akerselva, Oslo

Hilde-Gunn
Follow the Akerselva (river) from Maridalsvannet (lake) to Vaterland Park in the centre of Oslo. The riverwalk is eight kilometres long, an…

Sebastijan & Matija
Take a bike or go on a easy hike along the river. You can start near our house and explore the city and the river. The way is about 8 km. St…

Nina
Walk along the Akers river up to the Lake Maridal, or take the tram to the last stop and walk back down. Path along the river all the way, a…
8. Semsvannet
8. Semsvannet



2 local reviews
Semsvannet
Natural featureEstablishment

Semsvannet, close to the residence of the Norwegian Crownprince family, is a beautiful lake near Asker town. …

A beautiful lake to run or walk along - or around. Also a nice starting point for a trip in the forest Vestmar…

Semsvannet, close to the residence of the Norwegian Crownprince family, is a beautiful lake near Asker town. …
8. Semsvannet
8. Semsvannet



2 local reviews
Semsvannet

Margret
Semsvannet, close to the residence of the Norwegian Crownprince family, is a beautiful lake near Asker town. There is a fine walk/jog from …

Anne Kristine
A beautiful lake to run or walk along - or around. Also a nice starting point for a trip in the forest Vestmarka, with lots of hiking trails…

Margret
Semsvannet, close to the residence of the Norwegian Crownprince family, is a beautiful lake near Asker town. There is a fine walk/jog from …