Sofienberg Church, Oslo

Name: Sofienberg Church
Address: Rathkes gate 18, Oslo, 0558, Norway
Telephone: +47 23 62 92 50

#131 among attractions in Oslo

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Sofienberg Church is located at Sofienberg in Oslo, Norway and is designed by the Danish-born architect Jacob Wilhelm Nordan. It was first known as Paulus Kirke but its name was changed to Petrus Kirke in 1892 and finally to Sofienberg Kirke in 1962. The church is surrounded by Sofienberg Park, where it was previously a cemetery. The church was consecrated in 1877 and seats approximately 500. ()

Local name: Sofienberg kirke Capacity: 500Coordinates: 59°55'22"N, 10°46'8"E

Address

Rathkes gate 18Grünerløkka (Rodeløkka)Oslo 0558 Norway

Contact

+47 23 62 92 50

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Sofienberg Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: University Botanical Garden, Tøyenbadet, Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo, Central Jamaat-e Ahl-e Sunnat.

~1730 ftS
Sizable botanical garden with a cafe
University Botanical Garden, Oslo
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oslo, the University Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. Established in 1814, this serene expanse is not only the oldest botanical garden in Norway but also functions as a museum...
0.4 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Tøyenbadet, Oslo
11 min walk • Tøyenbadet stands as a beloved aquatic haven nestled in the heart of Oslo, Norway, providing a refreshing escape for both locals and visitors alike. This modern swimming facility, known for its clean and well-maintained pools, offers a variety of water-based...
~1200 ftSE
Museum of natural history and gardens
Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo, Oslo
6 min walk • The Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo stands as a testament to the diversity of life and the history of our planet. Located in Norway's capital, Oslo, this museum is a treasure trove for those fascinated by the natural world.
0.6 miS
Mosque
Central Jamaat-e Ahl-e Sunnat, Oslo
16 min walk • Central Jamaat-e Ahl-e Sunnat is a congregation and mosque of the Pakistani community in Oslo, Norway with 6,000 members, making it the largest mosque in the country. Within Sunni Islam, the mosque is affiliated with Sufism and the Barelvi movement.
0.6 miW
Museum, Modern art museum
Galleri Rom, Oslo
17 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.
0.6 miN
Church, Modernist architecture
Lilleborg Church, Oslo
16 min walk • Lilleborg Church is a church in Oslo, Norway. The church was designed by architect Harald Hille and was consecrated by the bishop in 1966. There are 410 seats in the church room itself and 216 in the adjoining parish hall. The material is concrete and brick, and the church ship...
0.6 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Blå, Oslo
15 min walk • Blå is a jazz club in Grünerløkka, Oslo, Norway. Blå opened on February 28, 1998; the initiators were Kjell Einar Karlsen and Martin Revheim. It is located in factory building close to Akerselva, a river running through downtown. Darwin Porter of Frommer's describes the club as "the leading jazz club to Oslo.
~1130 ftS
Museum, Natural history museum
Paleontologisk Museum, Oslo
6 min walk • The Paleontological Museum contains the largest collection of fossils in Norway. It is part of the Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo.
~1980 ftSE
Park
Tøyen Park, Oslo
10 min walk • Tøyen Park is a park in Oslo, Norway. It is located to the north-east of the Munch Museum and neighbours the University of Oslo Botanical Gardens. Tøyen Park is an expanse of grass-covered hills, dotted with clusters of large trees. Like most parks in Oslo, Tøyen Park is a popular recreation area.
~950 ftW
Park
Sofienbergparken, Oslo
5 min walk • Sofienberg Park is a large park in the Grünerløkka district of Oslo, Norway, covering an area of 74 ha.
0.4 miNW
Park
Birkelunden, Oslo
10 min walk • Birkelunden is a park placed centrally in the Grünerløkka borough of Oslo, Norway. It is formed as a rectangle, more or less like a city block.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sofienberg Church?

Nearby attractions include Rodeløkka, Oslo (4 min walk), Sofienbergparken, Oslo (5 min walk), Paleontologisk Museum, Oslo (6 min walk), Zoology Museum, Oslo (6 min walk).

How to get to Sofienberg Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sofienberg Church:

Tram

Sofienberg (3 min walk)
Lakkegata skole (4 min walk)

Metro

Carl Berners plass (11 min walk)
Tøyen (14 min walk)

Train

Carl Berners plass (11 min walk)
Tøyen (11 min walk)

Bus

Oslo Bus Terminal (22 min walk)
Helsfyr T (34 min walk)

Ferry

Munch Bjørvika • Lines: B9 (34 min walk)
Salt brygge • Lines: B9 (35 min walk)