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Akershus Fortress

Special Service for Cyclists

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This is a very special place with a lot of history, great view over the Oslo Fjord and charming cobble stone streets. The medieval castle goes back to 1300, is a popular place for events and ceremonies and guided tours are available during summer.

Bicycle Day Trips near Akershus Fortress

Bicycle Tours Nearby

Bicycle Service and Rental Facilities

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    Oslo Bike Rental

    At Oslo Bike Rental at the Central Station you can rent e-bikes, touring bikes suitable for city and gravelroads, and road bikes.

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    Rouleur Oslo

    If you want to explore the roads and gravel paths around the Oslo area and beyond you can rent both road and gravel bicycles.

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    Oslo Velo

    Oslovelo Cykkelverksted offers bicycle hire. They have two different types of bikes available; Terrain and Gravel Bike/Cyclocross for rent.

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Favorite Stops Near Akershus Fortress

  • 01 Bilde Oslo Frognerparken-norway-by-bike

    Frognerparken Sculpture Park

    On fine summer days there is a bustling life in Frognerparken; here you can go for a jog, walk the dog, have a picnic, barbecue, play badminton or just sunbathe. It´s always open, holds more than...

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  • 02 Bilde Norsk Folkemuseum-norway-by-bike

    The Norwegian Folk Museum

    The Norwegian Folk Museum is one of Europe's largest and oldest open-air museums with many activities and excellent dining facilities in a cozy environment. Go horse-drawn carriage, visit the Stave...

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  • 03 Bilde Slottet-oslo-norway-by-bike

    The Royal Palace

    The Royal Palace Park surrounds the palace on all sides and features grassy areas, majestic trees, small ponds and statues. The building is in neo-classical style with a facade of stuccoed brick,...

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  • 05 Bilde Operahuset-oslo-norway-by-bike

    The Opera House

    The Opera House in Oslo is an architectural masterpiece and a nice place to stroll. Walking on the roof is a popular activity and the view from the top is super. Surrounded by the new Opera Beach,...

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  • 06 Bilde Botanisk hage-oslo-norway-by-bike

    The Botanical Garden

    The Botanical Garden features a vast collection of plants from Norway and around the world, including rare and endangered species. It's a serene and peaceful oasis in the heart of the city, with...

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  • 07 Bilde Maridalen-oslo-norway-by-bike

    Ruins at Margareta Church

    Margaretakirken was a stone church built in the 13th century. The ruin was partially excavated and restored in 1934, and is beautifully situated at Kirkeby at the northern end of Maridalsvannet.

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  • 08 Bilde Huk Beach-oslo-norway-by-bike

    Huk Beach

    The Bygdø Peninsula has a lot to offer for everyone - museums, summer palace, Kings Farm, forest, paths and several beaches. The largest one, Huk, attracts people all year round.

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Destinations Near Akershus Fortress