Frogner

Frogner is a district and neighborhood in Oslo, Norway, located to the west of the city center. It is one of the city’s most established and affluent residential areas, known for tree-lined streets, historic late-19th- and early-20th-century buildings, and expansive green spaces. The district combines housing, services, and cultural amenities, and is integrated into Oslo’s urban fabric.

A central feature of Frogner is Frogner Park, which forms the western part of the area’s green space. Within that park lies the Vigeland Sculpture Park, a world-famous outdoor gallery with more than 200 works by Gustav Vigeland. The installation includes notable pieces such as the Monolith and attracts a large number of visitors each year, making it a key cultural landmark for both Oslo and the district.

Frogner Manor, the historic estate after which the district is named, is another prominent landmark. It has long housed the Oslo City Museum, which preserves and presents aspects of Oslo’s local history, architecture, and culture. The manor’s grounds and surrounding parkland contribute to the district’s characteristic urban landscape, reflecting Oslo’s expansion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Today Frogner is characterized by high-quality housing stock, a range of cafés and shops, and easy access to the city center. The area is well served by public transit and remains a desirable address for residents and visitors seeking proximity to green space and central Oslo.