Oppland

The region contained 26 municipalities across 25,192 square kilometers, featuring mountains, valleys, and significant water bodies including Lake Mjøsa and Randsfjorden.

Established in 1919 following Norway's administrative restructuring, Oppland retained its status until 2020 when it merged with Hedmark to form Innlandet county.

The region maintains strong agricultural traditions through its fertile valleys, where local farmers continue generations-old methods of land cultivation and animal husbandry.

The former county seat of Lillehammer connects to Oslo via regular train services, providing access to museums, winter sports facilities, and historical sites.

Stone age artifacts discovered along Lake Mjøsa's shores indicate human presence dating back to 8000 BC, making it among Norway's earliest inhabited regions.

Location: Norway

Inception: 1919

Capital city: Lillehammer

Website: http://www.oppland.no/

Part of: Eastern Norway

Shares border with: Møre og Romsdal, Oslo Municipality, Trøndelag

Website: http://oppland.no

GPS coordinates: 61.41000,9.34000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00