Svalbardveien

Svalbardveien is a street running through a residential area in western Oslo with contemporary buildings and single-family homes. It connects local neighborhoods and serves as a main traffic route through this part of the municipality.

The street was named in 1951 to honor the Svalbard archipelago, which Norway gained control of through a 1920 treaty. The naming reflects Norway's connection to its Arctic territories.

The street reflects Norway's connection to its northern territories through urban planning and naming conventions in the Oslo Municipality.

Several bus lines serve the area with stops along the street, offering regular connections to the city center and other districts. The area is easy to access and walkable on foot.

The street name serves as a geographical link between mainland Norway and its Arctic territories, representing the nation's polar heritage in urban nomenclature.

Location: Oslo Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.93542,10.69426

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:02