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Oslo Airport (OSL)
Airport Information
(Oslo, Norway)
 Located around 48 km / 30 miles to the north-east of Oslo city centre, Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the gateway to the Norwegian capital and is surrounded by the suburbs of Gardermoen, Jessheim, Maura, Nannestad and Ullensaker. Oslo Airport handles a whopping 18 million passengers per year, making it the busiest air hub in the country of Norway.
Onsite there is just one efficient terminal, which caters for all domestic and international flights and sees around 80 flights every hour. The airport is owned and managed by the Oslo Lufthavn AS (OSL) and serves over 50 mainly European international destinations, along with around 25 cities across Norway. Popular services are provided by Norwegian, Scandinavian and Sterling airlines.
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Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is well served by road and rail, with the E6 connecting the airport with Oslo city centre, as well as a convenient rail connection. There is a choice of bus services to and from the airport to regional towns and cities, such as the southerly cities of Fredrikstad, Larvik and Sarpsborg, which is famed for its rich Viking history. A night SAS bus service is also available if required. The Airport Express train is another fast and efficient alternative for getting to Oslo, while taxis are also on hand for added convenience.
Oslo Airport (OSL) Information: History and Facilities
Norway's Gardermoen region has been used by local army forces for almost 300 years and this site naturally became an airfield in 1920, complete with a number of large hangars. After considerable bombing during WWII, Oslo Airport was rebuilt, bigger and better, and comprised two separate 2,000-metre / 6,560-foot runways. As this stage, intercontinental flights commenced, although the nearby Fornebu Airport was considered to be Oslo's premier airport.
The whole future of Gardermoen Airport changed in the 1980s, when due to lack of space, a replacement to succeed Fornebu Airport became a necessity. In 1992, local government confirmed that Gardermoen Airport would be transformed at a cost of more than NOK11 billion, opening six years later in 1998. Now the official Oslo Airport (OSL), the grounds were connected to the city with a high-speed train line, running at ten minute intervals.
Passenger facilities at Oslo Airport's terminal are excellent, with a range of financial amenities, post office and area to leave your luggage securely. Other services include a tourist information desk, a hotel reservation kiosk and a comprehensive selection of shops, including the biggest duty-free outlet in the whole of Europe. For fashion and accessories, the Airport Retail Norway outlet and Euroshop Shirts are worth a look, while for general shopping, pay a visit to the Point Kiosk or the Travel Value store, which is located within the domestic departures area.
Popular places to eat at Oslo Airport include the Caffé Ritazza, the Christiania Bar, Sinnataggen and the Norwegian Aquavit Bar. For a proper sit-down meal, both the Kon-Tiki and Monolitten are on-hand to meet your needs, serving a variety of worldly dishes.
Business facilities for the corporate traveller at Oslo Airport feature a range of services, such as photocopying and faxing, along with Wi-Fi Internet access. Also worth noting, the Radisson SAS Airport Hotel Oslo Gardermoen is situated onsite and offers a large conference centre, with state-of-the-art communications equipment.
Oslo Airport (OSL) Information: About Oslo Tourism
Oslo is an ancient Scandinavian capital city boasting some wonderful examples of tasteful architecture, old and new, as well as a fine collection of museums and green areas. For shopping, head to the pedestrianised 'Karl Johans' gate, Grünerlokka suburb and Bogstadveien district. Oslo also offers a multitude of accommodation and dining options, while the nightlife is lively and exciting.
Attractions within the city and therefore near to Oslo Airport (OSL) include the 13th-century medieval Akershus Fortress, which is one of the most spectacular edifices in the country. The Munch Museum is also of interest and boasts more than 5,000 drawings and paintings from some of Norway's best known artists.
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