West of Oslo you'll find Asker, Bærum and Drammen; famous for world-class art, white beaches and the city of Drammen is also referred to as a frontrunner in urban development.

Asker and Bærum are about a half an hour drive from Oslo and are also easy to get to by boat or bike. Nice beaches, featuring diving platforms, make it a top summer destination when it gets too hot in the city of Oslo. Explore one of the charming coastal pearls like Vollen, Sætre, Filtvet or Holmsbu.

Drammen is the largest city on the west side of the Oslofjord. The people living there should feel proud, because Drammen won the prestigious prize for the best city development in Europe. The Drammenselva river splits the city in two, making it possible to swim, fish and hike in the city center. You should definitely consider fishing, as the river is one of Norway's top ten rivers for salmon.

If you love shopping, Norway’s largest shopping mall, Sandvika, is only 20 minutes away by car from Drammen or Oslo.

This is a heaven for art lovers, where you’ll find a variety of art, architecture and rich history. Follow the coastal path to the Henie Onstad Art Center where you’ll experience Norwegian and international exhibitions of contemporary art. Visit the impressive sculpture park located in beautiful surroundings at Bærums Verk. The former ironworks, from 1610, has transformed into a cosy market with artwork, galleries, shops and restaurants. The city streets in Sandvika and Asker offer a treat for the eyes as they are painted in colorful street art.

Nearby mountains and never ending coastal walking paths make the region of Asker, Bærum and Drammen popular destinations all year long. During winter, you’ll find great opportunities for alpine and cross country skiing. The little ones can enjoy meeting cute alpacas or, if they are a little more adventurous, they can try out dog sledding at Bergvang visitor farm.

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