Timeline
10:00
Start at Funky Fresh Foods for a quiet breakfast or coffee in a unique architectural space overlooking the Aker river. The views are clear and the atmosphere is calm before the midday rush.
10:40
Walk 13 minutes north-northeast along the river path to the Hjula weaving mill. These striking industrial buildings at the waterfall are a legacy of Oslo's manufacturing past. The walk follows the green corridor, passing small waterfalls and old industrial facilities.
11:00
Continue 26 minutes north-northeast to Villa Paradiso Lilleborg. This cafe and pizzeria sits in one of the previous factory buildings in the Lilleborg area, where a soap factory was established in the mid-1800s. It is a perfect spot to end the walk with a slice of pizza or a drink.
Local tip
The river path is pedestrian-friendly, but wear comfortable shoes as the route covers some distance between the industrial sites.
Check before you go
- Funky Fresh Foods is open during the day.
- The Aker river path is accessible 24 hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oslo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).