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South Shore of Sognsvann – Sognsvann loop from Riksarkivet

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Oslo

South Shore of Sognsvann – Sognsvann loop from Riksarkivet

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South Shore of Sognsvann – Sognsvann loop from Riksarkivet

01:04

3.96km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Nordmarka

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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391 m

Public Restroom in Nordmarka

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544 m

South Shore of Sognsvann

Highlight • Lake

Kiosk, rest areas and free toilets 😀

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778 m

Sognsvann

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Beautiful lake that invites to a circular walk and swimming

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1.81 km

View of Sognsvann

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In winter you have a wonderful view over the frozen lake to the sensory forest, which is bathed in beautiful light by the sun.

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2.17 km

Nice viewpoint

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From this spot, you have a nice view over the lake. There is also a bench where you can relax. At this spot, you can often find geese

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2.48 km

Sognsvann Lake Shores

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A beloved escape just outside Oslo, flat, family-friendly path circling the lake with benches, swim spots, and peaceful pine forest all around.

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2.69 km

Jetty in the lake

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The jetty is a nice and relaxed place to hang out for a while in case of sunny weather

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2.83 km

Nice viewpoint

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From this point you have a nice view over the lake. A little further on you can sit on a jetty in the lake

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3.96 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.60 km

195 m

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.31 km

378 m

221 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 24 July

14°C

10°C

94 %

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Comments

May 30, 2025,Genieten langs het Sognsvann meer

It is a beautiful and small lake where many Oslo residents come to swim, walk, cycle and relax. It is easily accessible by metro. Although the lake is not remote, it is worth a visit.

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South Shore of Sognsvann – Sognsvann loop from Riksarkivet

Public Restroom in Nordmarka

South Shore of Sognsvann

Sognsvann

View of Sognsvann

Nice viewpoint

Sognsvann Lake Shores

Jetty in the lake

Nice viewpoint

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