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Ås
ℹ️Practical info — Ås
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) campus is a must-see for its historic buildings and beautiful parkland.
- Take the train from Oslo, the ride is short, and the station is right next to the town center.
- Rent a bike to explore the extensive agricultural landscapes surrounding the town.
- The weather can be changeable; always bring a windproof jacket just in case.
🍽 Food
Enjoy them with brown cheese (brunost) at one of the campus cafes.
Look for beers from Norwegian microbreweries in the pubs near the student areas.
Buy fresh strawberries at the small farm stands in the surrounding area during summer.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Great for university-branded souvenirs and academic literature.
Buy fresh vegetables and local produce directly from farms in the region.
Take a leisurely stroll around the duck pond in this lush university park.
A popular spot for rowing and excellent for a quiet walk along the water.
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Ås is a bustling municipality in Norway's Akershus county, located just south of Oslo. The town is best known as the home of the prestigious Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), whose expansive campus is one of Norway's most beautiful parks. The university shapes the town's character, attracting an international community of students and researchers. Beyond the university, Ås is surrounded by an easy on the eye landscape of forests, fields, and Lake Årungen, providing numerous opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and cross-country skiing in the winter. Connectivity to Oslo is excellent; regular trains take only about 30 minutes, making Ås an attractive place to live for commuters. Culturally, Ås gives a surprisingly rich program, supported by the town's cultural house and student organizations. A unique landmark is the nearby Da Vinci Bridge, a modern footbridge based on a design by Leonardo da Vinci. The best time to visit is during the summer when the days are long and the university park is in full splendor. Winter has a classic Norwegian snowy landscape.
- Location: Norway
- Top sights: Meierimuseet · Stabburet · Ås kulturhus
- Nearby: Sogsti (8 km)
- Population: ~7.961
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -3 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 2 | -2 |
| Rain mm | 80 | 61 | 53 | 58 | 82 | 86 | 102 | 116 | 90 | 105 | 97 | 80 |
Geography
Facts
- Home to the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU).
- Located in Akershus county, south of Oslo.
- The university campus is a large public park.
- Excellent train connection to Oslo (30 minutes).
- Situated near Lake Årungen.
- The Da Vinci Bridge is a local landmark.
- Strong international community.
- Surrounded by farmland and forests.
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Sights in the town Ås (6)
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