Vippetangen, Coastal promontory at Oslo port, Norway.
Vippetangen is a promontory at the southern tip of the Akersnes peninsula that juts into Oslofjord and houses modern port infrastructure. The site functions as a major ferry terminal and departure point for water transport connecting the city to regional destinations.
The headland originally housed military installations, stone quarries, and public bathing facilities before modern dock construction began in 1899. This shift from military and industrial use to an international transport hub defined how the location developed over time.
The headland played a pivotal role in Norwegian independence when King Haakon VII arrived here in 1905 following the union dissolution with Sweden. This event shaped how locals and visitors understand the location's place in national identity.
The headland is easily accessible by public transport with clear signage directing visitors to different terminals. Plan your visit based on seasonal conditions and check ahead about your intended departure or transport route.
The name comes from 'vippefyr', a simple lighthouse type that guided ships into the harbor, combined with 'tangen' meaning headland. This naming reflects the location's original purpose as a navigation marker for vessels entering Oslofjord.
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