Oslo Cathedral

Oslo Cathedral

Oslo Cathedral is the main religious building of the town, the place of the great national and royal ceremonies. The Oslo audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this historic sanctuary, in the heart of the capital.

The sanctuary of the great national ceremonies

Oslo Cathedral, the Domkirke, is the main sanctuary of the Norwegian capital. Built at the end of the seventeenth century, it is one of the oldest churches still in activity of the town. In baroque style, it stands out by its tower, its organ and its adorned interior, including a magnificent painted ceiling and stained-glass windows. The official church of the court, it hosts the great national and royal ceremonies, such as the marriages and the funerals of the royal family. A place of contemplation and collective memory, Oslo Cathedral has also gathered the population during moments of national mourning. You discover it with respect, in the heart of the town.

What to see

You admire, with respect, the baroque building of the end of the seventeenth century, its tower, its organ and its interior adorned with a magnificent painted ceiling and stained-glass windows, the church of the great national and royal ceremonies. The cathedral is the main sanctuary of Oslo. It is a stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Oslo Cathedral lies in the heart of the town, near the Karl Johan avenue, reachable on foot and by public transport. A working place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Why is Oslo Cathedral important?

It is the main sanctuary of the capital, built at the end of the seventeenth century, the official church of the court that hosts the great national and royal ceremonies, such as the marriages and the funerals of the royal family.

Where is Oslo Cathedral?

In the heart of Oslo, near the Karl Johan avenue, in Norway.