Deichmanske bibliotek, Oslo

Name: Deichmanske bibliotek
Address: Arne Garborgs plass 4, Oslo, 0179, Norway
Telephone: +47 23 43 29 00

#241 among attractions in Oslo

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Facts and practical information

Oslo Public Library, is the municipal public library serving Oslo, Norway and is the country's first and largest library. It employs over 300 people and has over 20 branches throughout the city. Registered users may use the library every day, even when it is not staffed, from 7am to 11pm. It is also possible to borrow and return books when the library is not staffed. One of the most prized books in the library's collection is the Vulgate bible of Aslak Bolt, Norway's only preserved liturgical handwritten manuscript from medieval times. The book itself is estimated to have been written around 1250. The head of the library from 2014 to 2016 was Kristin Danielsen. ()

Local name: Deichman bibliotek Opened: 1933 (91 years ago)Coordinates: 59°54'60"N, 10°44'47"E

Address

Arne Garborgs plass 4St Hanshaugen (Hammersborg)Oslo 0179 Norway

Contact

+47 23 43 29 00

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Day trips

Deichmanske bibliotek – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oslo Cathedral, Trefoldighetskirken, Marka, Galleri Rom.

~1500 ftS
17th-century church hosting state events
Oslo Cathedral, Oslo
8 min walk • Oslo Cathedral, a pivotal landmark in the heart of Norway's capital, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and cultural heritage. Originally built in 1697, this historic church is a prime example of 17th-century ecclesiastical architecture, with...
~200 ftW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Trefoldighetskirken, Oslo
1 min walk • Trefoldighetskirken, or the Holy Trinity Church, is a prominent landmark in the heart of Oslo, Norway. This Lutheran church, completed in 1858, is a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. Designed by the renowned architect Alexis de...
~1450 ftSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Forest
Marka, Oslo
7 min walk • Marka is the name of the forested and hilly areas surrounding Oslo, Norway. It includes areas within the municipality of Oslo, but also large areas in Hole, Ringerike, Jevnaker, Lunner, Nittedal, Bærum, Asker, and other municipalities in Viken county.
~1520 ftNE
Museum, Modern art museum
Galleri Rom, Oslo
8 min walk • Galleri Rom is an architectural gallery in Oslo, Norway. The "room" for art and architecture is an independent center operated by private owners with support from the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Culture, and is located at Maridalsveien 3.
~1210 ftS
59°54'48"N • 10°44'45"E
Glasmagasinet, Oslo
6 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
~1030 ftS
Theater
Christiania Norwegian Theatre, Oslo
5 min walk • Christiania Norwegian Theatre was founded in 1852 under the name of Norwegian Dramatic School, and later renamed Christiania Norwegian Theatre.
~1480 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Det Norske Teatret, Oslo
8 min walk • Det Norske Teatret is a theatre in Oslo. The theatre was founded in 1912, after an initiative from Hulda Garborg and Edvard Drabløs. It opened in 1913, touring with two plays, Ervingen by Ivar Aasen and Rationelt Fjøsstell by Hulda Garborg.
~600 ftE
Church
St Edmund's Church, Oslo
3 min walk • St. Edmund's Church is a small church in Møllergata in Oslo, Norway. It was built in 1883–84, and is home to the Norwegian congregation of the Church of England. The church was consecrated by the Bishop of Fulham on 27 July 1884.
~770 ftNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Olav's Cathedral, Oslo
4 min walk • St. Olav's Cathedral is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oslo and the parish church of St. Olav's parish in Oslo, Norway. The cathedral has church services and masses in Norwegian and several other languages, including English and Polish.
~770 ftSE
Square
Youngstorget, Oslo
4 min walk • Youngstorget is a square and public space located in downtown Oslo. It lies at the junction of the streets Storgata and Møllergata and alongside Torggata. Constructed in 1846, it has become a symbol of political power in Norway.
~1400 ftS
Square
Stortorvet, Oslo
7 min walk • Stortorvet is a square in Oslo, Norway, located west of Oslo Cathedral. It was officially inaugurated during the autarchic times, in 1736. A town market was held here until 1889. Marketing still exists, but has largely been moved to Youngstorget.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Deichmanske bibliotek open?

Deichmanske bibliotek is open:

Monday 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday 9 am - 7 pm
Friday 9 am - 7 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Deichmanske bibliotek?

Nearby attractions include Trefoldighetskirken, Oslo (1 min walk), Johan Nygaardsvolds plass, Oslo (2 min walk), 22 July Information Centre, Oslo (2 min walk), Einar Gerhardsens plass, Oslo (3 min walk).

How to get to Deichmanske bibliotek by public transport?

The nearest stations to Deichmanske bibliotek:

Tram

Tinghuset (6 min walk)
Stortorvet (7 min walk)

Metro

Stortinget (7 min walk)
Jernbanetorget (10 min walk)

Train

Oslo Central Station (12 min walk)
National Theatre (17 min walk)

Bus

Oslo Bus Terminal (16 min walk)

Ferry

Rådhusbryggen • Lines: B9 (17 min walk)
Salt brygge • Lines: B9 (18 min walk)