Bygdøy sjøbad
Parking available
Drinking water
Bygdøy sjøbad is a popular and historic swimming area in Oslo, offering soft sand, rocky shores, and scenic coastal paths for a perfect summer day out.

🌊 Cherished public beach in Oslo, opened 1880, rehabilitated 2008.
💧 Offers soft sand, rocky shores, and scenic coastal paths.

Why Go

🏊‍♀️ Enjoy a popular swimming spot with exceptionally soft sand
💧 Benefit from regularly assessed 'Excellent' water quality
☀️ Ideal for summer recreation and stunning sunsets
🚶‍♀️ Explore scenic coastal paths and nearby forest trails
📸 Great for picnics and photography

Why Avoid

⚠️ Avoid swimming for one day after heavy rainfall
🚫 Swimming discouraged if water quality test results are above limit values for two consecutive times
crowds on busy days

Cost

💰 No entrance fee, public beach.

Hours

🕒 Accessible daylight hours; generally sunrise to sunset.

🅿️ Parking

Paid 24-hour onsite parking available.
⚠️ Parking can fill up quickly on busy days.

🚽 Toilets

Portable toilets usually available during peak season.

🚿 Shower

Outdoor shower and water tap available.

🚌 Getting There

🚲 Cycling highly recommended (2 km bike path from Skøyen station).
🚌 Buses from Oslo's city center stop nearby.