Ankerbrua

Ankerbrua is a granite road bridge connecting Oslo city center with the Grünerløkka district across the Akerselva River, decorated with Art Nouveau patterns throughout its structure. The bridge serves both foot traffic and vehicles, forming a visible connection between the two riverbanks.

The current structure was built in 1926 to replace an older wooden bridge from 1874 that had been damaged by several landslides. The new granite construction was more stable and better suited for the growing city.

Four bronze sculptures at the corners display characters from Norwegian folklore, created by artist Dyre Vaa in 1937. These statues make the bridge a place where stories and traditions are visible in the everyday public space.

Multiple bus and tram lines serve this location, making it easy to access from different parts of the city. You can cross it on foot or by bike while exploring the areas on either side.

The four corner sculptures represent different characters from separate Norwegian stories: Valemon, Per Gynt, Katie Woodencloak, and Veslefrikk with his fiddle. These figures often go unnoticed by visitors even though they are visible when crossing the bridge.