Frøyas have

Frøyas have is a small city park in Oslo's Frogner district, set beside the Frognerkilen inlet. It covers 13 decares, about 1.3 hectares, so think of it as a quiet pocket of green rather than a large park complex. It was laid out and named in 1994, with funding from Sigval Bergesen. The name refers to the Norse goddess Freya (Frøya in Norwegian), as does the nearby street Frøyas gate.

Where is Frøyas have and how do you get there?

The park lies in the western part of central Oslo, around Majorstuen and Frogner. Frøyas gate runs along its western edge, the E18 road follows the inlet to the south, and the railway line and buildings close it in to the north and east. The main entrances are on Frøyas gate and at the eastern end, where a pedestrian bridge crosses the E18 to the neighbouring Skarpsnoparken. That makes it easy to combine with a walk along the waterfront.

What can you do here?

A playground sits in the middle of the park, which makes it a practical stop when travelling with children. Besides that you will find benches and a large open lawn, ideal for spreading out a blanket, reading, or having a picnic. Some of the benches are surrounded by shrubs and greenery that form small, sheltered nooks. It is a good choice for a short break from sightseeing if you want some peace.

What is the atmosphere like?

According to the Norwegian Wikipedia, the park is usually calm, with few visitors. There are no headline attractions such as sculptures or monuments, and that is part of the appeal: this is everyday green space for Oslo residents, tucked between transport infrastructure and the water. Traffic noise from the nearby road is part of the setting, but the lawn and trees still give a real sense of breathing room.

Are there events here?

Occasionally. In June 2025 the band deLillos staged its 40th-anniversary concert in the park. On ordinary days, though, Frøyas have remains a quiet neighbourhood park.

Is it the same as Frogner Park?

No. Frøyas have is sometimes confused with the nearby Frogner Park (Frognerparken), the famous Vigeland sculpture park on Kirkeveien. They are very different places: Frøyas have is smaller, calmer, and free of big tourist crowds. Both sit in the same district, so you can visit them on the same day, and Frøyas have makes a relaxed counterpoint to the busier sights.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee for Frøyas have? No. It is a public city park, and most of the land is owned by the municipality of Oslo.

Is there a playground? Yes, in the middle of the park.

When was the park created? It was laid out and named in 1994, with financial support from Sigval Bergesen.

Can you walk from here to Skarpsnoparken? Yes. From the eastern end of the park, a pedestrian bridge crosses the E18 to the neighbouring Skarpsnoparken.

Is it worth a special trip? Mostly as a stop while exploring Frogner and Majorstuen. It is a place to rest, not a destination in itself.