Categories
Uncategorized

Big Heads and Big Views (5/9/25)

Today’s walk around Oslo continued with another 45 minute walk to the very surprising Ekeberg Sculpture Park. On the way, we had some other fun finds.

The remains of the Dominican monastery of St. Olaf,
dating from 1239
A cute mural
A fun troll in a roundabout in front of the forested area,
atop which lies the Ekeberg Sculpture Park

We weren’t sure what this sculpture park would be like after the Vigeland one yesterday, but we were pleasantly surprised. We got a walk through a lovely forest setting, fun sculptures (including some big heads), and we got some awesome views of Oslo,the harbor, and the surrounding area. We didn’t stop, but the park also has a restaurant that would allow for some great views as well.

First, photos of some of the sculptures.

“Marilyn Monroe” by Richard Hudson
“Chloe” by Jaume Plensa
“L’Oiseau Amoureux Fontaine” by Niki De Saint Phalle
“Cast Glances” by Tony Cragg
“Konkavt Ansikt” by Hilda Maelum
“Traveler” by Tori Wranes
“Walking Woman” by Sean Henry

As fun as the sculptures were, the views were pretty great too.

We had walked on the sidewalk along the road to the park to get there but brought the path from the park down through the forest on the way out.

Finally, we walked another 35 minutes or so to peruse a souvenir store before heading to the Royal Palace for a quick photo.

A fun modern building in the city center
The Royal Palace

Awesome day! We have been spoiled at our Oslo hotel as well, as breakfast comes with the room, and they put on quite the spread. We’ve not needed lunch on our stay here.

Leave a comment