Svartdalsparken

Svartdalsparken is a public green space running along the Alna River with open grass areas and young trees arranged in a curved pattern. The site includes walking paths that link to neighboring districts and open areas with room to move about.

The area was developed into a park starting in 1993 on what had been part of Svartdalen, a former valley landscape. Earlier landscaping work from the 1930s shaped parts of the broader terrain and influenced the current layout.

A blue turbine wheel sculpture near the river marks the area's industrial past and serves as a gathering point for visitors walking through the green space. The artwork helps the location hold onto its memories while functioning as part of daily park life today.

The park is easy to walk through with flat paths and open ground that work well for different types of movement. The warmer months make for the most enjoyable visit when the grass and trees are at their fullest.

A larger nature reserve adjoins the eastern edge of the park, offering a quieter setting for those wanting to explore further. This wilder section provides a contrast to the more maintained park areas nearby.

Location: Oslo Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.90454,10.79214

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44