Kategori: Bicycle

Fornebu area – art, architecture and nature

This trip is suitable with your own bike or you can use Bærum municipality's rental bikes from Tier. You can find more information in the Tier app.

The tour starts at Aker's new headquarters at the intersection of Fornebuveien/Snarøyveien. Take a look at the beautiful ceramic vases and art by Magne Furuholmen (A-ha) before you cycle around Telenor Arena and down the underpass towards Flytårnet. Here in Kulturgaten you will find several galleries such as Flø and Jonny Hurts, the Reko-deli shop with organic locally sourced dishes, the Paprifly wine bar and the Caravell restaurant, the museum "På Hjul" with exhibitions of Vespa mopeds and Ferrari cars and the renowned Bærum Kunsthall with modern art in the old fire station. Follow the cycle path towards the Expo/Telenor building under Snarøyveien. Straight ahead is the Quality Hotel Expo and Engineerium, an interactive science center at Fornebu (free admission). Here you can explore natural phenomena, learn about different energy sources and the history of the  the oil and gas adventure in Norway. Turn right towards Telenor, cross the courtyard while marveling at the column art by Daniel Burén and the digital banner "writing on the wall" by Jenny Holzer.

Keep to the right on the cycle path along the fjord. You pass the Equinor, a landmark at Fornebu – ride up under the entrance and take a look at the installation on the entrance roof. IT Fornebu, which is located in the old terminal building with frescoes painted by Kai Fjell, and Scandic Hotel Fornebu. Cycle back down to the cycle path. At the water's edge with a great view is Sjøflyhavna Kro, known for its good hamburgers. Turn right and keep straight ahead, follow the underpass into the school grounds. Cycle through and past the tennis courts and turn right between the houses. After a few hundred meters you meet the cycle path. Keep to the right towards Hundsund and Nansenparken.

Tour A Storøyodden beach and recreational area and birdwatching: To the west are Storøya's two nature reserves with their own bird tower and Storøyodden bathing beach. Bærum's largest and only sandy beach marked with a blue flag, here is a kiosk and toilets. On Lilleøya, a little north of Storøya, is Lilløyplassen naturhus, which is a gathering place for ornithologists, plant and animal lovers. They hold events for children at 12 noon on Sundays.

Tour B Nansenparken: Keep straight ahead and cross Forneburingen where you enter Nansenparken on nice footpaths and cycle paths. The main runway was located here in its day. It is possible to stop at Storøya grendesenter to tour the play equipment or watch skaters. In the park, you can take a break at the Festplassen by the water, climb the stands or take a look at the Nansen statue by Per Ung. At the other end of Nansenparken to the right, you are back to Flytårnet and Telenor Arena. Or the tour can continue to the shops and food stalls at Fonebu S. At the roundabout at IT Fornebu you will see the statue Kast av Kåre Groven.

Or even better, explore both A and B. By bike the distances are short.

The most pleasant way back to the starting point is through Nansenparken. If you want to extend the trip, you can cycle west towards Høvikodden and Sandvika, or the route towards east to Lysaker and Oslo along Frognerkilen.

Without detours, the round trip is roughly 6.5 km.

 

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Hike Filtvet to Holmsbu

There is a scheduled ferry (B21) to Filtvet brygge in the summer. It is a very good starting point for the coastal path further south towards Tofte. Filtvet lighthouse stands as a majestic landmark and is an open gallery in the summer. The bay is known for its white beach and restaurant Vilma Sjøbad. At Ekrebukta there is also a small beach. The route continues along small roads, gravel roads and over rocky outcrops. There are several beaches and bathing bays where it is nice to have a break. The signage can be somewhat variable. At Ramsvika, it is recommended to continue along Ramsviksveien – the path is quite overgrown at the end of the rocky cliffs. Tofte is known for its long industrial history and the smoke from the pipes at Tofte was a sure landmark for a long time. Tofte Cellulosefabrik was a wood processing factory that was founded in 1897 and was among the largest cellulose factories in the world. Production was discontinued in 2013. The workers' housing you pass is built in classic British brick style. There are shops and eateries in the centre. Exciting polar history awaits in Hurumhavna. Here lie the remains of the polar ship Maud, which was transported back to Norway in 2018 after being underwater for 80 years. This ship was built for Roald Amundsen's expedition through the Northeast Passage.

The stretch from Tofte to Rødtangen is a wonderful nature experience. The start is a simple along gravel road into the Preisserstranda bathing area. Then the landscape becomes a little more demanding, and it goes up quite a bit. Remember to turn around for the great view back towards Tofte and the beach you just passed. There is a signposted shortcut to Sandbukta or further out towards Østnestangen lighthouse. The trip continues towards Sandbukta where there are several beaches. The markings are not always so easy to follow here and it is a bit steep in some places. The same also applies after Sandbukta before you reach the gravel road that leads to Ertsvika. Here there is a nice beach and you can see the steep rock face to the west. It gives a clue to the route ahead, which is steep and occasionally roped. There is a nice view when you get up. Stay tuned, it's way down.

At Knatvoldstrand there is a campsite, beach and benches. It continues along cottage roads and paths for a short distance by Haraldstangen. There is a variety of paths, dirt roads, woodlands and cozy bays further on. At Solfjellskjæret there are several paths and options for choosing a path – if you follow the path along the sea you will eventually come past the cabin area and to Breivik Bay. From here you can follow Nebbaveien to Rødtangen – recommended if there is high tide and a lot of wind. Here is Rødtangen Camping with a long, fine beach and a beautiful view. If the water is low and the conditions are calm, you can walk across the rocks towards the Rødtangen lighthouse – this is somewhat hilly and partly marked with painted arrows. Take with you the restored fog clock at the far end of Nebba – which dates from 1903 and was built in Swiss style. Rødtangen is an old beach resort and today a popular holiday destination.

Now the route follows winding minor roads where there may be some holiday traffic. Along the way, you can take in Holmsbu Resort, which has summer catering, grave mounds from the Bronze Age, Støa summer gallery and Holmsbu Art Museum, which is wonderfully situated in the forest with art by the painter Henrik Sørensen. It is possible to turn off the road and follow the hilly path up the hill and then arrive in the center of Holmsbu via the wooden stairs. In Holmsbu, life can be enjoyed with an ice cream on the pier with a great view over the Drammensfjord. Here there are also shops, several places to eat and a cozy beach hotel. Feel free to also visit Holmsbu Church, known as the artist's church, which is located on a hill up the hill and has a colorful and artistic interior, and concerts on selected Sundays during the summer months.

To get here: 

Bus: Bus to Filtvet, Tofte and Holmsbu. Check entur.no or ruter.no 

Boat: During summer months boat B21 to Filtvet from March – October from Aker Brygge – Son. Check entur.no or ruter.no 

The Lomma river tour – hiking

The river Lomma flows through old cultural landscape in Lommedalen, and has given the valley its name.

The river starts deep in Krokskogen and several smaller rivers meet along the way. Lomma meets Isielva below Vøyenfallet together, it continues as Sandvikselva.

Along Lomma you can experience much of Bærum's industrial history as well as beautiful nature such as older deciduous forest with a large diversity of deciduous trees and plants. The area also has a rich bird and animal life. Both Norway's national bird the waterfall call and the very beautiful winter eagle nest here. The course of the river crosses the Pilgrimsleden and the Bergen Royal Road between Oslo and Klevistua. The trip goes on a path, road and forest road through forest, past dived landscape, along the Golf Courses. There are several sections where you have to walk between the historical points on nearby hiking trails. Gopdt suitable for cycling.

The pocket was a typical flood river with only relatively small waters. Waterfalls with a suitable drop height made Lomma attractive as a driving force for energy-intensive activities when these began to develop in Norway at the end of the 16th century. Until the beginning of the 20th century, mills and saws were built, and later also electricity plants in the river. Discoveries of commercially available iron ore at the end of the 16th century in the areas below the Tanum Plateau and Eineåsen provided a basis for constructing smelters with hammers, first at Wøyen farm, then at Gommerud. At Vøyen, the first blast furnace was built in Norway in 1622.

Bærums Jernverk became the municipality's cornerstone and was located where Handelsstedet Bærums Verk is today. In the old workers' houses there are galleries, craft shops and artist workshops. The area is beautifully landscaped with a sculpture park, restaurants and shopping center, an excellent stop along the way.

Bring a packed lunch and thermos on the trip along the river! – And remember the hiking map (the paper version is free and available at all libraries in Bærum), or download a detailed guide.

We wish you a good trip! Regards Bærum Elveforum

(Thanks to, and reproduced with permission from Bærum Elveforum)

Trail biking in Asker and Barum

BÆRUM:

Steinsskogen and Garlaushøgda – the trip starts at the car park to Steinsskogen Gravlund, follow the blue-marked path inland via Fiskarlaustjern. Nice terrain with some heavy slopes and nice descents. The trip can be done as a round trip back to the starting point, or continue over towards Burudvann and Bærums Verk.

From By in Lommedalen to Løvlia or Burudvann – with the starting point from By or Tobonn car park a little further into Lommedalen, you have several nice areas for trail cycling, whether you choose the ridge back towards Burudvann or deeper into the forest towards Løvlia.

Towards Burudvann – cycle the gravel road from Tobonn through the gate up to the top towards Rognlivann – long tough hill. Continue into the forest. Look for the blue-marked path to the right marked Burud car park 6.5 km. The trail goes in varied terrain with everything from smooth singletrack to short rocky downhill trails.

Towards Løvlia – from Tobonn cycle the gravel road through the barrier up to Rognlivann. Follow the blue-marked path to the left. The trail passes Kampseter. Technical bike ride, can be slippery sections. Dining and the possibility of accommodation at Løvlia. Longer stretch of gravel road on the return.

ASKER:

Vestmarka – several nice hiking opportunities starting from the car park at Sem Gjestegård / NaKuHel

Vestmarkrunden – follow the road or gravel road around the water to Tveiter farm, follow the path behind the farm along the fields. Look for the blue-marked path to Gupu on the right. The trip goes via Furuholmen, Havreåsen to Sandungen – and on to Bergsåsen where you are rewarded with beautiful descents.

Vardåsen – There are many nice trails up Vardåsen, be considerat to the local hikers. The trip is on a path and clear-cut boulders that Vardåsen is known for. A good starting point is the car park at Drengsrudhagen (Tomra building) or Vardåsen ski center. Blue-marked paths to Vardåsen peak. In connection with the ski resort, several nice rails and trails have been made by local enthusiasts. At the top of Vardåsen it is nice to drive on the rocks. The descent varies between easy boulders and technical sections.

Biking Hurum from farm to farm

The bike tour starts in Holmsbu, an idyllic village with a pier, restaurants, shops and a charming hotel. The tour goes up steeply past Holmsbu Church from 1887, decorated by Henrik Sørensen and other Holmsbu painters.

You then cycle to Sand Farm, which has a farm shop, bakery, café and activities all year round. Then you follow Granvoll Farm, with local honey, and Grønnsletta Farm, which offers its own lamb and pork, yarn and cheese.

At Kana the road becomes quieter. From here you can take a 3 km detour to Knatvoldstranda camping for a swimming stop. Alternatively, you continue to Bergsmyrene Farm, with a self-service shop and organic products.

A gravel road leads to Biffgården, where you will find meat products in a self-service shop and grazing cows. The route then goes up Jahrenveien, past Ravnsborg garden which has the most beautiful flowers, and further through farmland and forest.

On the way down you pass Honningbua, a small outlet with local honey, before reaching Rødtangen, a cozy place by the sea. The last part goes on asphalt back to Holmsbu and along here you can take detours and see the dolmen and Viking mounds, Støa artist's site and Holmsbu Art Museum with motifs from the artist Henrik Sørensen.

The trip is 23 km long with many meters of elevation gain – an electric bike makes the slopes easier. Between Sand and Grønnsletta there may be some traffic and the section is not suitable for smaller children.

Biking along Vorma

Welcome to Vormtråkk – an unforgettable journey through nature, culture, and history. This unique trail follows an old railway line and crosses the impressive, heritage-protected Minne Bridge from 1880. Here, industrial history has been brought back to life as a modern path for exploration, thanks to the efforts of Bane NOR, Eidsvoll Municipality, and dedicated local enthusiasts.

Vormtråkk is much more than a walking path. It’s 8–9 kilometers of pure joy in easy and accessible terrain – ideal for walkers, joggers, cyclists, families with strollers, roller skiers, and wheelchair users. Enjoy a picturesque route along the Vorma River and onward to Lake Mjøsa, surrounded by beautiful views and peaceful nature.

The trail begins at Eidsvoll Station, just a short walk from Eidsvoll town center, and takes you all the way to Minnesund. Here, it connects with the Mjøstråkk trail, which continues north to Hamar. It's perfect for a day trip: cycle up to Hamar and take the train back, or continue your adventure by cycling back along the other side of the lake.

Ready for an outdoor experience you won't forget? Vormtråkk is waiting for you.

Enjoy your trip!

Information from Visit Greater Oslo 

Sandvika to Bærums verk

A long, uphill climb!

The route leads from the urban centre of Sandvika in the south, along Sandvik River and Lomma River, up to Bærums Verk in the heart of the municipality. Bærums Verk is a modern town steeped in history, with 50 shops, galleries, museums and a sculpture park.

Without detours, the route is about 8 km long.

Begin at the main entrance of Thon Senter Sandvika (shopping centre) in Claude Monets Allé and take the road going northeast, over Sandvik River. Turn left at Løkketangen and cross Elias Smiths street. From here there is an enjoyable walking and cycle path through Løkkehaven and over old Løkke Bridge. The old wooden houses have been preserved as relics of the wooden town of Sandvika. Originally they stood elsewhere in Sandvika. Old Løkke Bridge was built at Bærums Verk in 1829 and was Norway’s first cast-iron bridge.

Cycle past Sandvika high school (keep the school on your right), and over Sandvik River on the bridge which is part of the entrance to the former Hamang Paper Mill, now an industrial park with shops. Immediately after the bridge, take a left and follow Sandvik River until you reach yet another bridge. Cross the bridge and take a right, through the gate and Bjørnegårdsvingene. Up toward the left, at the beginning of Bjørnegårdsvingene stands Bjørnegård Psychosocial Centre, in a venerable, old building from the 1860s. In the late 1800s the manor was converted to a guesthouse. Painter Claude Monet stayed here during his visit to Bærum in 1895.

After Bjørnegård, cross the river and cycle on the right side along Franzefossveien, past the former quarry belonging to the Franzefoss plant and Kalkmølla kulturstasjon. Kalkmølla (the lime mill) was completed in 1919 and belonged to Franzefoss. Today it functions has a cultural centre offering concerts, lectures, and more. There is also a popular fishing spot at Kalkmølla. The Sandvik watercourse has great value as a migration corridor and habitat for birds and other wildlife. Perhaps you’ll see the White-throated Dipper along the way? In spring the buttercup anemones are in bloom along the river shore. This is Bærum’s municipal flower.

The cycle route crosses the river again just before the road up to Emma Hjorth. Cycle on the left side of the road to the traffic light crossroad where Skuiveien meets Bærumsveien. Follow Skuiveien past Kirkerudbakken Ski Centre. On the right side of the road, past the clubhouse belonging to Bærum Ski Club, there is an asphalted trail going north toward Kolsås and Bærums Verk. This road is the first right turn immediately after the Esso station on the same side, and marked as a footpath.

Follow the path and turn right underneath Ringeriksveien E-16 (the motorway) and over the river. Follow the path and you will see Wøyen Mill on the right side. Turn left where the path ends and continue past Glassverket School. Follow the road up to the highway. Here you can take a detour to Wøyen Gård, which is Bærum’s largest estate. The four oldest buildings are believed to date from 1650. On the way to Bærums Verk, cycle on the right, along Gamle Lommedalsvei. At the roundabout, the crossroad of Økriveien and Brynsveien, go straight on, still along Gamle Lommedalsvei, but now on the left side. On your left stands Bryn Church, a “long-church” from 1861.

Cycle on a path parallel to Gamle Lommedalsvei, cross Stigerbakken and turn right down Langvari road. Then take a left. Once you have crossed Langleiken, you will reach the “new” Lommedalsvei. A detour is available here; you can take a marked footpath to the right, leading to Spikerfallet, an old power plant. Continue cycling along Lommedalsveien on the left, now with Glitredammen (Glitre Lake) down on the right. Along the route are several crofts that once belonged to the Bærums Verk estate. Enter through the gate onto an avenue leading to the estate, just before you cross Lomma River. To the left is Gommerud Mountain and Eineåsen.

Continue on the left side of Lommedalsveien, past the pottery workshop/boutique. Head down to Verksgata. Here you will find the old houses belonging to Bærums Verk, where there are various little shops. There is also a sculpture park here, with sculptures by Per Ung, among others. After crossing the Lomma River yet again, you have soon reached your destination. The Baker Hansen bakery has lots of treats for a hungry – and perhaps tired cyclist.

For recreational routes: the nearest gateway is Tourist Information at Thon Senter Sandvika (shopping centre)

Phone: 67 52 23 00

E-mail: kundeservice@sandvikastorsenter.no

Bikeride Vollen – Blakstad – Konglungen – Esvika

This bike ride follows the coastal path in Asker goes through varied terrain in forests, along fields and through charming residential areas out to the coastal gem Konglungen. We start at Vollen Marina and cycle along Slemmestadveien towards Holmen.

2. Bicycle ride around Romerike, Jessheim- Eidsvoll 1814 roundtrip

Eidsvoll 1814 is an important historical place for Norway. This round trip provides a varied bicycling experience with a historical buzz and goes both on asphalt and nice forest roads.

Tour description

From Jessheim, this tour starts by following the signs for National bicycle Route 7. It is an easy bicycle ride on pavement and bicycle path. Quickly you will pass Nordbytjernet which is a very popular outdoor area with a swimming lake, workout area, kiosk and restroom.

The bicycle ride continues north, and the surroundings vary between forest and open landscape with fields and meadows. At Mogreina church there is a lovely view over Lake Hersjøen. After that you will reach Dal and cross river Risa.

Passing the center of Råholt you will find shops and indoor swimming pool. The next stop is the Eidsvoll building – the goal of the trip! This historic place, has been very important to the nation of Norway and can offer exhibitions, activities and a cosy cafe. There is also plenty of picnic areas for those who want to sit down and enjoy their lunch.

On the way back you cross river Andelva several times. In this part it is quite hilly terrain and you bicycle on country roads with moderate to little traffic. Alternatively, the same route can be followed back via Råholt if you prefer less slopes and more pedestrian- and bicycle path.

One of the highlights of the return trip is the forest roads just after Dal. It starts on the other side of the barrier from Sætreveien and quickly it goes into the forest. It is quite flat on nice hiking trails. Small ponds constantly appear, you are passing one or two farmyards, and it is lovely and calm.

Passing Hauerseter there is asphalt for a few kilometres and a divided road, but with little traffic. The gravel roads soon continue again and please look for blueberries and raspberries on the roadside. A special experience is bicycling through the fields on the raised gravel road at Nordbymoen.

The last part to Jessheim is on a pedestrian- and bicycle path. This is a day trip that is diverse and suitable for most people who are intermediate bicyclists.

There are many train stations on the route, so it can start and end in several places – Jessheim, Hauerseter, Dal and Eidsvoll Verk.

Fact box

Start/end point: Jessheim train station

Distance: 50 km round trip

Time: approx. 4-5 hours round trip

Total number of altitude meters: approx. 500

Surface: 75% asphalt, 25% gravel

Rating: Medium

Bicycle type: All bicycles except road bicycles

Safety: Pedestrian- and bicycle path

Season: April – October

Disclaimer

This route was last tested in July 2022. Changes and deviations may occur in service offerings, road standards, traffic volumes and traffic patterns.

Link to digital map and navigation: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40520687