Kampen park, Public park in East Oslo, Norway.
Kampen park is a public green space in East Oslo with varied terrain and mature trees scattered throughout. The site includes a water reservoir and extends over different elevation levels offering views across the city.
The land functioned as a militia drill ground until 1795. It was converted to a public park following Oslo's urban expansion in 1879.
A bronze sculpture called The Swimmer by Anders Svor has stood on the lawn since 1920, funded by local citizens. The statue serves as a notable gathering spot for visitors today.
The space offers ping pong tables, power outlets, drinking fountains, seating and tables for visitors. A natural ice rink operates during winter months from November through March.
At the highest point sits a restored splash pond built above a former water tank that once housed Russian prisoners during World War II. This hidden history connects the park to a significant but overlooked wartime chapter.
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