The Oslofjord

The city is renowned for its vibrant cultural scene and high quality of life. With numerous museums, parks, and bike paths, it’s the perfect destination for both culture and nature enthusiasts.

You leave Oslo along the fjord’s shoreline and cycle through the elegant suburbs of Sandvika and Asker, where small squares and cafés offer a welcome pause. Wide views over the water open up again and again, while hidden beaches invite a refreshing swim. You follow quiet secondary roads to Lier, before the Drammenselva River guides you straight into the heart of Drammen.

The Drammenselva River gently guides you out of the city. Beyond Sande, rolling hills appear, before the fjord comes back into view. In Holmestrand, the harbor promenade offers a relaxing spot for a break. Further north, on the Karljohansvern peninsula near Horten, you’ll discover an impressive museum complex that tells the story of Norway’s maritime past and still holds cultural and historical significance today.

The route begins along the fjord’s shoreline, offering sweeping, panoramic views. In Borre, admire the striking Viking burial mounds. Soon after, you arrive in Åsgårdstrand, where Edvard Munch drew his inspiration; his former home now serves as a museum. In Tønsberg, the Oseberg Ship commands attention at the harbor. Riding through fields and quaint villages, you continue to Sandefjord, from where a ferry carries you across to the Swedish east coast at Strömstad.

A transfer takes you and your bicycles to Fredrikstad, where the well-preserved fortress with its bastions and wooden houses is a highlight. From there, you’ll cycle to the coast, with the car-free island of Hankø offering a rewarding detour. Finally, you reach Moss. Once an industrial center, the town today is culturally vibrant, shaped by galleries and countless swimming spots along the water.

From Moss, you’ll cycle along quiet country roads and bike paths, passing historic estates and charming villages where cafés invite you for a sweet rest stop. The fjord accompanies you once more, offering stunning views, before you arrive in Oslo. Here, modern architecture, creative urban neighborhoods, and historic landmarks such as the Royal Palace come together to create a diverse and captivating cityscape—a fitting finale to your journey.