7 Hiking Tours in Oslo to Book Before the Season Turns

1.Best View of the Oslofjord Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Leave central Oslo by metro and walk 5.4 kilometres through forest, past small lakes and DNT Fuglemyrhytta, to Vettakollen’s wide view over the city and Oslofjord. The English-speaking guide handles navigation and keeps the group moving. Solid hiking shoes are essential, especially after rain.

“Great hike!! Our guide did a wonderful time keeping everyone together and going at a pace that was comfortable for everyone. At the end of the hike he was kind enough to show those of us that wanted to go to the sculpture park how to get there and back to the Central Station afterwards. I would highly recommend!”

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2.Scenic Forest Hike with Dog & Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $166

Join local guide Ingunn and her friendly dog Nero for a 2.5-hour forest hike from Kolbotn, just 20 minutes by train from central Oslo. You’ll climb to a 153-meter viewpoint, pause beside a lake for Norwegian waffles and hot drinks, and return by a different route. The trail is personal, scenic, and moderately active.

“Had an amazing time on my hike with Ingunn and Nero, an absolute highlight of my trip to Oslo! Ingunn was so friendly and an absolute joy to hike with, would strongly recommend to anyone visiting Oslo!”

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3.Best View of the Oslofjord Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · from $141

Ride the metro from central Oslo to Frognerseteren, then hike forest trails past small lakes and DNT Fuglemyrhytta to Vettakollen. Guide Mustafa leads the small English-speaking group, sharing local facts and practical Oslo tips. The 5.4-kilometer walk takes about 3.5 hours in all.

“Mustafa is an amazing tour guide, the hike was fantastic. Mustafa knew everything about the forest and was very knowledgeable about Oslo, with some great restaurant and trip recommendations. Could not recommend this experience enough!”

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4.Winter wonderland forest hike & campfire with a dog

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Join Ingunn or Margarita and their dog Nero for a 2.5-hour hike from Kolbotn through snowy forest to lake views above Oslo. Expect a moderate walk, photo stops, Norwegian waffles, hot drinks, and a train ride back to the city. Ice spikes are provided when conditions are slippery.

“This was such a wonderful experience walking through the beautiful woodlands. Our guide was lovely and really knowledgeable and interesting. She found a picturesque spot by the breathtaking lake where we shared delicious waffles and coffee. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a route that was both stunning and challenging at times (there was a lot of slippery ice)”

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5.Wildlife Forest Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $65Best value

You’ll leave central Oslo with an English-speaking guide, ride the metro and train to Frognerseteren, then hike 12 kilometers through Nordmarka and Skjennungen Forest. Look for moose, deer, foxes, birds, and wild plants, stop at traditional cabins for waffles or coffee, and finish at Sognsvann Lake.

“the climb of the hill under the shade of the trees and when you reach the top, enjoy the view as a reward”

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6.Skjennungstoppen Wildlife Forest Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $298

Join an English-speaking local guide for a six-hour, 12-kilometer hike from Frognerseteren through Nordmarka to Skjennungstoppen and Sognsvann Lake. You’ll ride the train from central Oslo, visit two traditional cabins, stop at Oslo’s geographical center, and watch for moose, deer, foxes, beavers, and birds. Expect uneven trails and about five hours of walking.

“I booked on to the hike solo not sure what to expect but I had an absolutely wonderful time, the route isn't too difficult and is full of amazing views. My guide was the owner of the company himself, who offered to take me out on the hike because the weather was so nice! He made me feel very welcome and he was fantastic all around, as well as being incredibly helpful in giving me recommendations and directions for other things to do during my stay in Oslo. If you're coming in the summer you finish at Sognsvann Lake, so I recommend packing swimming stuff if you want to go…”

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7.Yoga & Hiking with a dog

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $166

Meet your English or Norwegian speaking Oslonature guide at Kolbotn Station, about 20 minutes from Oslo. Walk five minutes to a lake for a 75-minute all-levels Vinyasa class, then follow a small group on a 2.5-hour hike with Norwegian snacks, a hot drink, optional swimming, and time with the guide’s dog.

“The beautiful scenery and surroundings and nature with the sounds of the birds made it a beautiful experience I really enjoyed everything about today thanks so much for helping me to have such a wonderful day and to feel so refreshed and relaxed I highly recommend everyone to try to do this lovely activity if you ever are in Oslo a great memory has been made and the best recommendation I can give is if I ever come back to this great city this is what will be first on my list to do again!!”

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