Holmenkollen ski jump. Photo: VisitOSLO/Matjaz Intihar. Foto: Visit Oslo Matjaz Inithar
Discover the rich history of skis and skiiing and enjoy spectacular views from the summit of the Holmenkollen ski jump.
The Holmenkollen Ski Museum was founded in 1923 and is the world's oldest ski museum. It is connected to the famous ski jump, Holmenkollbakken, from where you have amazing views over Oslo
For the really brave, it is also possible absail down the zipline from the top of the ski jump- a truly exchillirating experience.
The museum contains 4,000 years of skiing history, starting with rock carvings dating from the Stone Age. It also displays skiers and skis from the Viking Age. Additionally it displays equipment used in the polar expeditions of both Fridtjof Nansen and Roald Amundsen.
The Ski Museum is owned and operated by Skiforeningen. This association is responsible for the organization of sports, activities and events in Holmenkollen National Park.[
For more information, please visit the Holmenkollen skimuseum website - or ask the proficcient skiers at the Norwegian Hospitality Association.
We will offer a varied programme during the HOTREC General Assembly in Oslo, including hand-picked activities for delegates and non-delegates alike. Please see the full programme below.
Oslo is the capital of Norway, and is located in the innermost part of the Oslo Fjord. What to do? What to wear?
Take in the beauty of the over 200 sculptures at The Vigeland Sculpture park, including the mesmerising "Monolith". Photo: VisitOSLO/Tord Baklund.
Enjoy spectacular views from the summit of the Holmenkollen ski jump. Photo: VisitOSLO/Matjaz Intihar.
Discover the modern architecture in the city centre, including the world-famous Opera house as designed by renowned architects Snöhetta.
Feel the viking rush at Oslo's Viking planet - the first digital Viking museum in the world.
See the original Scream by Edvard Munch while in Oslo. Foto: Einar Aslaksen / MUNCH
