#oslo

#oslo

Oslo is also one of Europe's greenest capitals, with over two-thirds of it comprising forests, lakes or parks. The nature here, though not as dramatic as the otherworldly landscapes of Norway's north, is still incredibly scenic with pretty islands dotted around the glassy Oslofjord and moss-strewn, fairytale forests. It feels like a city where you can live well, unburdened by tourists and distinctly cosmopolitan, though still very much in line with the Norwegian philosophy of friluftsliv or 'open-air living'

Among the skyscrapers are plentiful green spaces, cool shopping streets and a slew of excellent museums to rival any you'll find in Europe - including the Munch museum, where Edward Munch's The Scream resides, as well as a host of maritime and Viking exhibits. Plus, it's just a short drive from the centre before you're immersed among the landscape's glassy expansive fjords and towering mountains, meaning a break here easily ticks off both scenic and city break boxes in a single weekender.