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ASKER OG BÆRUM 2013

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Experience Asker and Bærum Just west of Oslo lie Asker and Bærum. A world of experiences, nature and culture awaits you. With the Henie Onstad Art Centre, the sculpture park at Bærums Verk, the large cultural centres in Asker and Bærum and a wealth of exhibitions and events, there should be something for everyone. You can enjoy the shimmering water of our beautiful beaches and hike in our lush green forests, surrounded by nature – or play a round of golf before stopping at one of the region’s extensive shopping centres – the possibilities are endless. A wide range of experiences can be had throughout the year, and you will definitely find something that suits your interests.

Tourist information in Asker and Bærum Sandvika Shopping Center (Storsenter) Open all year. Mon-Fri 10.00-21.00, Sat. 10-18. Brodtkorbsgate 7, N-1338 Sandvika. Tel +47 67 52 23 00. E-mail: kundeservice@sandvikastorsenter.no www.sandvikastorsenter.no

Ski Shopping Centre (Storsenter) Jernbanesvingen 6, N-1400 Ski. Tel +47 64 85 90 00. E-mail: informasjonen@skistorsenter.no www.skistorsenter.no Bjørkelangen Tourist Information Tel +47l 90 93 13 56. E-mail: post@ahreiseliv.no www.ahreiseliv.no

Tourist information in Akershus

See www.akershus.com for more information.

Drøbak Tourist Information Sjøtorget, Havnegt 4, N-1440 Drøbak. Tel +47 64 93 50 87. E-mail: tom.kristiansen@frogn.kommune.no www.visitdrobak.no

Tourist Information in Oslo Tourist Information Office by the City Hall Fridtjof Nansens plass 5, N-0160 Oslo Tel 815 30 555. E-mail: info@visitoslo.com See www.visitoslo.com for opening houresr.

Front page photos: Hvalstrand Beach and Bærum Cultural Center.

Visit Asker & Bærum Visit Asker & Bærum is part of Akershus Tourist Board, a membership organization for the tourism industry and municipalities in the county.

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Experience Asker and Bærum

Facts sbout Asker and Bærum

Shopping

Cultural Life

Corporate adventures

The Pilgrims´ Way through Asker and Bærum

What to see & do

Maps

Restaurants

Accommodation

Transportation

Groups, meeting and conference

Summer & beaches Winter & snow

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FACTS ABOUT ASKER OG BÆRUM

MUNICIPALITIES Asker and Bærum comprise the western side of Akershus and are geographically separated from the upper reaches of the county, bordering Oslo in the northeast and Buskerud in the southwest. Even though Asker and Bærum are two of eastern Norway’s most densely populated municipalities, there is still a great deal of unspoiled wilderness. Only 25 percent of the Bærum region is considered to be urban. Asker Asker was originally named Askar, which in the old Norwegian was the plural of “ash tree”. Today Asker is both a city and a village with Asker centre at the heart of the municipality. It has a population of roughly 56.500 living on an area of 101 km2. From the fields to the fjord Asker is distinctly green. Characteristic of Asker’s landscape are the 350 metre tall ridges Vardåsen and Skaugumåsen, many rolling hills, lakes and ponds and a beautiful coastline. Silence and natural beauty can be found along Semsvannet (“Lake Sem”); one of the “portals” to Vestmarka, a beloved hiking area all year round. Culture lies in both the historical and the contemporary. Asker has places, buildings, memorials and associations that support the municipality’s cultural heritage. In this respect, the church has been the most important flag-bearer of Asker’s culture. Askekallen, a row of ash trees, is the city’s symbol. It was planted as an avenue by the Asker church 200 years ago. An important part of Asker’s vibrant culture is linked with the Hvalstad valley, also known as “Artists’ valley”. Tilla and Otto Valstad’s home is now a part of Asker Museum. Today Asker’s cultural centre is unquestionably the Asker Community Centre at Trekanten. Bærum Bærum’s name is likely derived from Björgrheim, which means “the land between the mountains”. With its 115,000 inhabitants, Bærum is Norway’s fifth most highly-populated municipality and covers an area of 192 square kilometres. On the southwest side, Bærum sha-

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res a border with Hole and Ringerike, Oslo to the northeast, and on the southeast a sea border with Nesodden. Bærum’s centre of administration is Sandvika, which today is considered a city. The municipality has a vibrant cultural life as evident in the activity of organisations and volunteer groups. Bærum Cultural Centre is in Sandvika and has a capacity for an audience of 500. Bærum has two medieval churches on Tanum and Haslum that are still being used to this day. From the churches you can follow the Pilgrim’s Route towards Nidaros. Bærum’s highest point is Vidvangshøgda at 549 metres above sea level, and lies in northeastern Krokskogen, but the best vantage point is at the top of southern Kolsås (349 metres above sea level). From here you have a view of nearly the entire municipality, toward Oslo, across to Nesodden and large areas of the Oslofjord. Calcining has been an important industry in Bærum’s districts for 850 years. The lime was not only used locally, but also exported to many large construction projects going on in and around Oslo, and further south along the coast. The importance of lime production for the area inspired Bærum’s official coat of arms, a lime kiln. In 1603 an iron ore was found in Bærum, or “Vestre Bergum” as it was known at the time. This lead to Christian IV entering a fixed-term contract with Paul Smelter and the construction of an iron refinery. Bærums Verk developed into an essential business. It had an influence on the village for centuries and was of great importance to Norway as a whole. Industry in Bærum developed primarily along the waterways, seeing the construction of saw mills, brickyards, pulp mills, paper mills and glassworks. Good harbours and the arrival of the Norwegian railway in 1872 were also necessary steps in Bærum’s industrial expansion. Ice cutting remained a big business on Bærum’s many ponds all the way into the last century, as was the cultivation of fruit and berries.

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Shopping With its proximity to the capital, Asker and Bærum offer great amenities for shopping and are a good alternative for shoppers living in Oslo. Just a few minutes from the centre of Oslo you can find a wide variety of stores and something to suit every taste. Take a trip to the western end of Akershus. Shopping in Asker Asker centre offers a wide selection of stores in such areas as fashion, interior design and catering, and has along with the Trekanten centre become a natural meeting place for many Asker residents. The Trekanten centre offers 80 stores and many restaurants to its roughly 80.000 weekly visitors. Why not take a trip to idyllic Vollen? You can also enjoy a nice lunch or dinner. Shopping in Bærum Surrounded by industrial history, Bærums Verk currently offers roughly 50 stores, artisans, workshops, galleries and catering establishments. This place of commerce, Bærums Verk, stands at the entrance to Lommedalen, not far from Sandvika, and is an enjoyable experience for visitors. Sandvika has one of Norway’s biggest shopping malls, Sandvika center, named the best Nordic shopping centre in 2011. Here you can pick and choose between 190 different shops and food courts. Asker and Bærum’s tourist board is also located in the shopping centre.

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Cultural activity From superstars like Lady Gaga to amateur theatre troupes, and from the renowned master painters at the HenieOnstad Art Centre to the smallest galleries with local artists, Asker and Bærum offers its visitors a variety of cultural events. Cultural activity in Asker Throughout the year, Asker Cultural Centre offers a rich and varied programme of events, from making your own jewelry to viewing the works of famous Norwegian artists. Take a stop at Det Gule Huset (“The Yellow House”) at Holmen for arts, crafts and paintings, enjoy an exhibition at Galleri Trafo - or perhaps a musical lunch at the Lancelot Jazzcafé? Cultural activity in Bærum Famous stars have visited telenor arena at Fornebu over the past year, and more stars are expected during the course of the year. We can name stars like Springsteen, Pink, Rhianna and Rogers Waters. Situated at the heart of Sandvika, Bærum Cultural Centre has a wide selection of cultural events on its stages. Experience dance, theatre and music – there’s something for everyone. A visit to Bærums Verk is an experience by itself; the sculpture park with its collection of works by Norway’s most famous artists is well worth seeing. A visit to the Henie-Onstad Art Centre is a must for art lovers.

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Business event Course & conference Centrally located in eastern Norway, just west of Oslo centre and barely an hour from Oslo airport, a wide variety of hotels with a capacity for over 600 guests as well as every modern conference facility for any group size can be found. For day conferences the region offers a wide range of meeting halls, so you can find venues and facilities to suit any occasion. You can certainly combine meetings, courses and conferences with activities and experiences too. Read more about courses and conferences at: www.visitaskerogbærum.no Activities & experiences Give your customers, colleagues or employees an experience in Asker and Bærum. We can help you set up anything from cultural events for your company at one of the cultural centres or Telenor Arena for an exhilarating experience with an RIB along the Oslofjord or a company outing on the golf course for customers and employees. How about a floating board meeting? Take a break to fish and enjoy fresh fish soup, with self-caught fish to round off the day. From food courses to belly dancing to a relaxing massage, the choice is yours. Jubilee, summer parties and Christmas parties Do you have something you want to commemorate or celebrate? We’ve got the venue! From the beautiful Sem Gjestegård to gourmet food at Bølgen & Moi, the possibilities are many. Ask us for suggestions and tips for your next event. Visit Asker og Bærum can arrange contacts for everything from transport, sleeping arrangements and meeting locales to catering, activities, experiences and entertainment tailored for your event.

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The Pilgrim’s Route through Bærum The Pilgrim’s Route through Bærum starts in Gamlebyen in Oslo and continues to Bærum, onward through Krokskogen to Ringerike and then along the west side of Mjøsa before continuing to Nidaros. The route provides a different type of hiking experience, whether you want a day trip or travel all the way to Trondheim. Should you decide to take the west route to Trondheim, start by going west from Gamlebyen in Oslo. At Lysaker, cross the Lysaker river at the old medieval ford by Fåbro and continue through the villa district towards the Haslum medieval church. By Øverland, continue on a path through “marka”, the wilderness area, in the direction of Nygård. Along the way you can spend the night at Sæteren Gård. This farm belongs to the Norwegian Trekking Association, but is also recognized as a pilgrims’ hostel. The road ahead continues over Skrivarberget and down to Lommedalen. We head across the golf course and into Krokskogen in the direction of the Bønsnes church in Ringerike. For a day trip you can start in Lommedalen and walk to Sundvollen. A bus can take you back. Pilgrim hostel Sæteren Gård E-mail: seterengard@dntoslo.no Tel: +47 67 58 18 50 / +47 94 82 77 99 For more information: www.pilegrim.info

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Asker Museum In addition to the Valstad collections, Asker Museum also contains Labråten – Hulda and Arne Garborg’s home, Albert Seheim’s workshop at Sem, the School Museum on Jansløkka, Strandsitterhuset on Konglungen and the Coastal Culture Centre in Vollen. Valstad’s collections Asker Museum, the Valstad collections, lies in the Hvalstad valley, “Artists’ Valley” in Asker. The heart of the museum is the home of Tilla and Otto Valstad. The museum has a lush garden with a Baroque flair. Along with its animal sculptures made by Anne Grimdalen, it features a rich in-house collection of objects. Fixed and changing exhibitions. Kafé Gunhild has the same opening hours as the museum. Labråten – the poet’s home Labråten was the home of poet Arne Garborg. With his wife Hulda Garborg, he settled there in 1897, and it hasn’t changed much since then. Labråten was home for the artistic couple from 1898 to 1934. It was also called “Målkroken” (literally, “the language corner”), because proponents of New Norwegian (an alternative standard of written Norwegian) often gathered there. Here the first seeds of The Norwegian Theatre sprouted. Labråten was a meeting place for friends and allies, a congregation for thoughts and creativity, where impulses from Europe and the rest of the world were communicated and passed on. Sem Sag and Albert Seheim’s Workshop The sawmill industry arrived in Asker around 1600, and Sem Sag became operational in 1612. There was a struggle over the wood since farmers also had a duty to get hold of coal for the Bærum ironworks, and a lot of lumber was used for salt cooking and calcination. Sem Sag is periodically run as a community sawmill and had restrictions on how much wood they could cut. Albert Seheim’s Workshop lies on the other side of the river across from Sem Sag, and is a complete skiers’ and wheelwrights’ workshop. Vollen Coast Cultural Centre The Selvik villa was built in 1881 as a country home for the Øhlckers family. In 1994 the main building was restored and is today a museum with exhibitions and a cafe. Vollen’s history is related through models, text and pictures, with a special emphasis on the period between 1870 and 1950. The theme of the cultural and historical exhibition is boat building, yachting, trade, fishing, ice cutting, gardening and guests on vacation.

Asker Museum - Valstads samlinger, Otto Valstads vei 19, 1395 Hvalstad. Tel 66 79 00 11. E-mail: post@askermuseum.no www.askermuseum.no

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Handelsstedet Bærums Verk Today Bærums Verk is a unique marketplace situated in the authentic surroundings of the historical ironworks that was the lifeblood of Bærum since the early 17th century. Handelsstedet Bærums Verk has roughly 50 shops, artisans, workshops, galleries and eateries. Verksgata, which consists of old houses for labourers from the 18th century, among other things, is open seven days a week all year round. Here you can find smithies, glass blowers, silversmiths, galleries, eateries and unique shops. Today the old foundries are a place of trade with a large selection of interior decoration stores,

as well as stores one would find in any local mall. Every year at the beginning of June, the sculpture park opens Bærums Verk with a new exhibition lasting all the way into October. The sculpture park is the country’s biggest representative of three-dimension Norwegian art thanks to a close cooperation with Norsk Billedhoggerforening. Handelsstedet Bærums Verk’s opening hours can be found on Facebook; Bærums Verk and on www.baerumsverk.no Bærums Verk is a gateway for recreational routes in Bærum.

Handelsstedet Bærums Verk, Verksgata 15, 1353 Bærums Verk. Tel 67 13 00 18. E-mail: baerumsverk@lovenskiold.no www.baerumsverk.no

Vollen Handelssted This marketplace stands right along the coastal path and is a gem on Asker’s coastline. Over 25 businesses can be found here; shops, galleries, restaurants, bakeries and confectionaries. Vollen Handelssted’s association was established in 2005. Vollen has been a marketplace ever since Hans Kristian Christensen bought the Vollen farm and opened a farmers’ market and bakery in 1870. In 1896 Voldebugtens Handelsforening (the Voldebugten Trade Association) was established. In 1988 Tore and Ann-Kristin Sigernes bought the marketplace and since then it has been restored and developed further with new renters. Vollen Handelssted, Slemmestadveien 432, 1390 Vollen. www.vollenhandelssted.no

Set a course for Vollen and enjoy shopping in historical surroundings.

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Asker cultural centre The meeting place of the village. Asker cultural centre makes a host of cultural experiences possible, and is a meeting place for the public, volunteer organisations and businesses. Aside from the fact that it’s a great cultural arena, the centre also contains a number of meeting halls, a ceremonial hall, a movie theatre, a library, a gallery, youth club, a senior centre

and a restaurant. The culture centre is in downtown Asker, near public transport, parking and easy access to shopping areas. In the Asker cultural centre you’ll find a variety of events for all age groups and interests. Read more about the programme and find the opening hours at www.askerkulturhus.no

You can find a list of cultural programmes for Asker municipality in the cultural calendar at: www.askerbibliotek.no www.facebook.com/radarscene www.askerkunst.no/ www.askerkulturhus.no/huset/seniorsenteret/ www.filmweb.no/norskkino/asker/ Asker Kulturhus, Strøket 15A, 1383 Asker. Tel 66 90 96 71. E-mail: kulturhuset@asker.kommune.no www.askerkulturhus.no

Bærum Cultural Centre Bærum Cultural Centre is both a building a municipal facility that arranges and runs the performance venues: Store Sal and Fojaéscenen, Sandvika Theatre, Musikkflekken and Lille Scene as well as the practice locale Skiltverkstedet. We work to develop and provide an extensive and inspiring cultural programme for everyone. We are a professional arena for local cultural life. As the regional competency centre for

dance and as a regional cultural centre, the cultural centre will be a leading producer and conveyer of professional artistic expression. We wish to be a natural first choice when the Bærum public and Oslo residents want to experience culture – whether you’re looking for an artistic experience on an international level, or wish to see one of your most beloved artists in person; Bærum Cultural Centre definitely has something for you.

For updated program and tickets, see: www.baerumkulturhus.no

Bærum Kulturhus, Claude Monets allé 27, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 815 11 777. E-mail: kulturhuset@baerum.kommune.no www.baerumkulturhus.no

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Henie Onstad Art Centre Henie Onstad Kunstsenter (The Henie Onstad Art Centre) stands on a spit, Høvikodden, just outside of Oslo, in a park with an area of approximately one square kilometre that was given to the municipality of Bærum in order to establish the centre in 1968. The Art Centre HOK was established in 1968 after a donation from Niels Onstad and Sonja Henie. Right from the start it was defined as an art centre instead of a museum, signalling the intention to remain an active producer of contemporary, experimental art. The institution was also expected to manage a large collection of modernist art. Today HOK is a leading institution in the field of international contemporary and 20th century art. HOK is an active arena for debates and

has a unique expertise in the field of interdisciplinary art, with an emphasis on the relationship between the visual arts, music, performance and avant-garde. The sculpture park The park has a unique setting near the ocean with hiking trails, docks and bathing spots, and for years has functioned as a sculpture park where Henie Onstad Art Centre places sculptures; some as fixed installations, other more temporary, related to various exhibitions. Tours Guided tours are held at 13.00 every Sunday throughout the year. On Sundays in July and August, you may also take a guided tour in the sculpture park at 12.00. The tours are free and bookings are not required.

Henie-Onstad Kunstsenter, Sonja Henies vei 31, 1311 Høvikodden. Tel 67 80 48 80. E-mail: post@hok.no www.hok.no

The Oslofjord Museum The Oslofjord Museum is a creative new venture among Norwegian museums; a new and unique foray into educational experiences. The Oslofjord Museum, opening in the spring of 2013 in Vollen in Asker, originated as a large wooden ship collection acquired by

Follo Museum in the 1990s. The Oslofjord Museum has an ideal location at Maudbukta – where Roald Amundsen built his polar exploration ship “Maud”, where Anker & Jensen built their classic sailboats and where the Selvik villa from the 1880s stood for many

Oslofjordmuseet, Christian Jensens vei, 1390 Vollen. Tel 66 93 66 49. www.akershusmuseet.no/oslofjordmuseet

years as a base for the display of the cultural heritage of the Asker coastline.

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The NaKuHel centre At the NaKuHel (nature, culture, health) centre in Smia, hikers can meet and grab a cup of coffee and a bite to eat. This is also a great place to begin a walk around beautiful Semsvannet (Lake Sem). The NaKuHel foundation was established in 1994 on the initiative of Dr. Gunnar Tellnes

at the University of Oslo. Its purpose is to contribute to holistic thinking and creativity in the field of nature, culture and health, in order to improve the health, environment and quality of life for the entire population. NaKuHel will be a gateway for recreational routes.

NaKuHel-senteret, Semsveien 168, 1384 Asker. Tel 66 98 75 50. E-mail: post@nakuhel.no. www.nakuhel.no

Sandvika Storsenter Sandvika Storsenter is the biggest shopping centre in Norway and has 189 shops and eateries, a wide selection of health services and Thon Hotel Oslofjord as its nearest neighbour. Asker and Bærum’s tourist information office can be found on the mall’s first floor. The

shopping centre is centrally located in Sandvika, with good connections to public transport and 2200 free parking spaces. Sandvika Storsenter was voted the best Nordic shopping centre of 2011. Sandvika Storsenter is a gateway for recreational routes.

Sandvika Storsenter, Brodtkorbsgate 7, 1338 Sandvika. Tel 67 52 23 00. E-mail: kundeservice@sandvikastorsenter.no www.sandvikastorsenter.no

Trekanten Senter The Trekanten Centre is a natural meeting place in central Asker, closely connected to highway E18, public transport such as the Gardermoen railway, along with other train and bus routes.

Today the Centre is a modern city centre with roughly 80 shops, a wide range of health services and 800 parking spaces. Welcome to an enjoyable shopping experience in the heart of Asker!

Trekanten, Knud Askersvei 26, 1383 Asker. Tel 66 90 01 08. www.trekanten.no

RIB.no Refreshing adventures throughout the year Try a RIB tour on the Oslo fjord. Experience the most beautiful locations and let us create a great combination of speed and excitement, culture and history as a part of your company event. We collaborate with the fjord’s hotels and restaurants to

offer the best experiences. The perfect activity if you are staying at one of the hotels on the fjord. Launches, summer parties, stag nights etc. Our base is in Drøbak and we are very familiar with the Oslo fjord area. You can find more information on our website at: www.rib.no

RIB.NO. Tel +47 900 94 503. E-mail: rib@rib.no www.rib.no

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Rigmor and Rigfar “boat trips for everyone” These boats are among the most popular in the inner Oslofjord area, and are visited by 30 to 40 thousand travellers each year. MS Rigmor is probably Norway’s oldest route-driven wooden ferry. We run

ferries - and mini-cruises among the islands in Asker and Bærum. We arrange trips to Oscarsbog castle (opera and day trips), Drøbak, Hovedøya, pirate evenings, fishing trips, school trips and more.

Sandvika Fjordturer AS, Kadettangen 18b, Rigmorbrygga, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 97 95 97 95. E-mail: rigmor@rigmor.no. www.rigmor.no

Lommedalsbanen Museum Railway Line Lommedalsbanen is a specialised museum with railway elements from construction, industry and the Norwegian military. They run a heritage railway, where you can experience Norway’s smallest steam locomotive from 1904. Extra trains for special events can be arranged by request. The museum is

open Sundays in June and Sundays from the beginning of August to the end of September. The trains run regularly from 11.00 – 15.00. Arrival: Car or bus to Bykrysset in Lommedalen, continue on Kampeveien and Tolverud veien for 1.6 km. – follow the signs.

Lommedalsbanen, Tolverudveien 25, 1350 Lommedalen. Tel 67 56 26 60. E-mail: lommedalsbanen@epost.no. www.lommedalsbanen.no

Emma Sansehus Sansehuset (“the house of the senses”) is a house providing sensory stimulation, where music, sound, light and tactile impressions are combined in comfortable surroundings. Emma Sansehus is divided into different rooms with different colors and themes, inspiring

experiences that everyone will enjoy. Preschools and schools can rent Emma Sansehus during the day. Emma Sansehus can also be rented for childrens’ parties or other events. Wednesday evening and Sundays are open for everyone.

Emma Sansehus, Jens Holes vei 5, 1336 Sandvika. Tel 67 15 31 30. E-mail: sansehuset@baerum.kommune.no. www.emmagjestehus.no

Vollen Marina On the grounds you will find moorings, boat dealerships, boat services, a gas station, kiosk and a restaurant on the docks. Moorings are available all year and dock bubblers are available for the winter season. Our Italian restaurant has great food in every variety from

fine Italian thin-crusted pizzas and tapas to lamb and beef steaks. Fresh shrimp and fish is sold directly from MS Trygg on Thursdays and Fridays. An express ferry to Aker Brygge also runs from the bay. Vollen Marina is an arena for the purchase and sale of boats as well.

Vollen Marina, Slemmestadveien 416, 1390 Vollen. Tel 401 41 040. E-mail: post@vollen-marina.no. www.vollen-marina.no

Read more at www.facebook.com/VollenMarina.

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Det Gule Huset in Asker Det Gule Huset (“the yellow house”) is a cultural institution, a place for the display of visual art, arts, crafts and a community for artists in these fields. The house consists of a gallery, workshops and a cafe. We are centrally located at Holmen in Asker. A bus from Oslo and Asker

stops just nearby. We are an oasis between Holmensenteret and the sea. Gallery cafe with freshly brewed coffee and tea. Informal and pleasant ambience where you can also enjoy the art on the walls. Check our website for more information on our exhibitions.

Det Gule Huset, Devikveien 1, 1378 Nesbru. Tel 66 84 52 05. E-mail: post@detgulehuset.no. www.detgulehuset.no

Galleri Trafo Galleri Trafo is near the train station in the middle of central Asker. The building was once a transformer station supplying the railway with electricity. These days, there are three floors with exhibitions here.

The gallery opened in 2006 and displays both Norwegian and international contemporary art. For opening hours and relevant exhibitions, see www.galleritrafo.com

Galleri Trafo, Lensmannslia 60, 1386 Asker. Tel 66 90 40 06. E-mail: post@galleritrafo.com. www.galleritrafo.com

Telenor Arena Situated in Fornebu just outside of Oslo, Telenor Arena is an indoor multipurpose arena for events and entertainment. The arena has room for 23.000 audience members for concerts and 15.000 for sports, making it one of the biggest indoor arenas in northern Europe. After it opened in March 2009, the Telenor Arena has become a much sought-after venue for entertainment events. So far the arena has hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 2010 and been visited by, among others, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Iron Maiden, Roger Waters, Jay-Z and

Kanye West. The arena is also a centre for trade fairs, courses, congresses and conferences, and in 2013 large trade fairs like "Reiselivsmessen" and "Sjøen for Alle" are held here. Telenor Arena will continue to host sports events and more show-oriented sporting events such as handball, biathlon, ice hockey, motor sports and football. 2013 sees an exciting programme with Justin Bieber, Springsteen, Pink and Rihanna among others. For an updated list, check our website. Welcome to Telenor Arena.

Telenor Arena, Widerøeveien 1, 1360 Fornebu. Tel 909 97 700. E-mail: booking@telenorarena.no. www.telenorarena.no

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The Grini Museum Grini prison camp was the biggest camp for political prisoners in Norway during World War 2, and nearly 20.000 women and men were held captive there for shorter or longer periods. The Grini Museum opened in 1996, in the former commandant house.

The museum depicts the conditions the prisoners endured via drawings, photographs, objects, a collection of books and a model of the barracks. In 2010 one of the old barracks was moved back to the area to become a part of the museum. Tours on Sundays.

Grini-museet, Jøssingveien 31, 1343 Grini. Stiftelsen Grinimuseets Venner. Tel 95 74 70 11.

Golf courses in Asker and Bærum Guests will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test at one of Asker and Bærum’s many golf courses. You can play on several different courses in a single day, with varying degrees of difficulty and differing numbers of holes. Here’s an overview of some of the courses: Asker Golfklubb. Number of holes: 18. Høgåsveien 35, 1383 Asker. Tel +47 66 90 03 40. E-mail: agk@askergolf.no www.askergolf.no. Ballerud golf. Number of holes: 9. Ballerud Allé 1, 1363 Høvik. Tel 67 10 61 10. E-mail: post@ballerud.no. www.ballerud.no. Bærum Golfklubb. Number of holes: 18 + 9. Hellerudveien 26, 1350 Lommedalen. Tel 67 87 67 00. E-mail: bmgk@bmgk.no www.bmgk.no. Grini Golfklubb. Number of holes: 9. Griniveien 159, 1332 Østerås. Tel 67 16 70 80. E-mail: jt@grinigolfklubb.no www.grinigolfklubb.no. Haga Golf. Number of holes: 27. Griniveien 315, 1356 Bekkestua. Tel 67 16 59 00. E-mail: adm@hagagolf.no www.hagagolf.no. Lommedalen Golfklubb. Number of holes: 9. Lommedalsveien 340, 1350 Lommedalen. Tel 40 00 18 12. E-mail: post@lommedalengk.no. www.lommedalengk.no. Golf simulatorsentre: Fornebu Indoor Golf Center. 6 Full swing golfsimulatorer. Snarøyveien 69, 1367 Snarøya. Tel 67 11 66 00. E-mail: info@figc.no www.figc.no. Toppgolf. 12 Full Swing golfsimulatorer. Griniveien 363, 1356 Bekkestua. Tel 67 14 13 13. E-mail: senteret@toppgolf.no www.toppgolf.no

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Tour Map of Akershus www.turkartakershus.no Data on hiking, bike and ski trails, points of interest, swimming areas, fishing opportunities, viewpoints, accommodation, attractions and eating. The tourist map shows selected trip suggestions, but you can as well make your own and print your very own map before stepping out. The map also offers information on some selected places.

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Hos Anna Hos Anna is a pleasant museum cafe at the Wøyen farm, one of Bærum’s biggest and oldest farms. We offer homemade food and paistries. In addition, you can buy a variety of products from nearby farms, like herbs, honey, different juices, spiced oils and more.

Hos Anna also offers merchandise produced by the developmentally disabled. Textile, wood products and different types of crisp bread can be bought here. It’s a simple concept – few entries on the menu, but each one is guaranteed to be homemade and delicious.

Bærum Arbeidssenter – Vinkelgården, Gamle Lommedalsvei 33, 1339 Vøyenenga. Tel 94 84 08 24. E-mail: Vinkelgarden@baerum.kommune.no

Værtshuset Bærums Verk Norway’s oldest eatery on the historical foundations of Bærum. Værtshuset (“The Inn”) is a classic and timeless place. Our “Norwegian-inspired Kitchen” has mainly Norwegian food on the menu. All meals are made

in our own kitchen, consisting of the finest raw ingredients available. Contact us for meetings, conferences, weddings, celebrations, catering, food and wine courses or other events. Welcome!

Værtshuset Bærums Verk, Vertshusveien 10, 1353 Bærums Verk. Tel 67 80 02 00. E-mail: post@vaertshusetbaerum.no www.vaertshusetbaerum.no

Mats & Martin - Vollen Mats & Martin is an informal and comfortable family restaurant, with a lovely location in Vollen and a view of inner Oslofjord. We arrange meetings and celebrations and deliver catering – everything from tapas to gourmet dinners. Brasseriet guarantees great service and

splendid taste experiences with lunches and dinners that can be taken home as well. During the summer you can eat outside in our garden as well. Open from 12.00 Tuesday to Saturday and the kitchen takes orders until 20.00. Sundays from 13.00 to 19.00.

Mats & Martin, Slemmestad veien 435, 1390 Vollen. Tel 66 76 02 00. E-mail: mm@matsogmartin.com. www.matsogmartin.no

Odonata Café Odonata Café og Galleri is easy to spot by the old air traffic control tower at Fornebu and is open Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 15.00, and Sundays 11.00 to 18.00. Here you can enjoy some good food and drinks or borrow a bicycle and head

out onto one of the many hiking and cycling paths in Fornebu. Odonata is a part of the Old Fornebu Cultural Centre, where you can find a number of smaller museums like the Vespa museum and the Wig museum. Gateway for recreational routes.

Odonata Café, Forneburingen 1, 1360 Fornebu. Tel 63 00 03 08. E-mail: post@odonata.no www.odonata.no

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Bølgen & Moi Høvikodden Bølgen & Moi Høvikodden is at the Henie Onstad Art Centre on Høvikodden in Bærum. We’ve been here for over 17 years, dealing in food and wine surrounded by beautiful nature. Our brasserie offers everything from small meals, salads, soups, three-course lunch menus, to the à la carte menu of the evening, as well as the Menu of the Day with 3 to 5 dishes. We’ve got Bærum’s bestplaced outdoor eatery with a

unique view and sun all day. Open as soon as spring is in the air!

Food course We have a separate kitchen for food and wine courses! Would you like your own course? Why not gather a group of friends, colleagues for a special experience? We can arrange several different courses for groups of more than 8 people. As long as we have the expertise, we’ll hold any course you like! Catering Would you like a dining experience outside our four walls? Let’s take it outdoors or wherever you like, with a chef and full service. We can handle anything from 2 to 1000 persons. Where? You decide… Opening hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday-Friday 11.00-22.00 Saturday 12.00-22.00 Sunday 12.00-17.00 Check our website for differing opening hours depending on the season.

Celebrations – big and small We host both big and small parties. It gets even better if Høvikodden’s art collection plays a part in your event. The size of the party is up to you! We’ve got room for 800 people! All photos: Bølgen & Moi Bølgen & Moi Høvikodden, Henie Onstad Kunstsenter, Sonja Henies vei 31, 1311 Høvikodden. Tel 67 52 10 20. E-mail: hovikodden@bolgenogmoi.no www.bolgenogmoi.no

Sjøflyhavna Kro Sjøflyhavna was opened in 1948 as an expedition headquarters and office, already in spring 1949 Spisevognselskapet opened a cafe business at Sjøflyhavna. The building is now protected and rehabilitated to maintain its original appearance and atmosphere. We have

attempted to keep this atmosphere alive through the interior design of the inn and by creating a comfortable informal, maritime and retrospective environment. We offer simple but authentic meals and drinks. Large outdoor seating area. Welcome to Fornebu.

Sjøflyhavna Kro, Martin Linges vei 57, 1364 Fornebu. Tel 95 49 49 16. E-mail: post@sjoflyhavna.no. www.sjoflyhavna.no

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Strand Restaurant The venerated Strand restaurant opened with a new look in 2010. In cooperation with the municipality, the house was given an aesthetic lift, setting a new standard for your meals at Strand. The owners are extremely proud of the main house, which contains

a pleasant bakery, a brasserie, a restaurant focused on all-natural food and drink, and four excellent banquet halls with room for 6 – 150 guests. Strand Restaurant’s philosophy of food revolves around the very best raw ingredients available, all the time.

Strand Restaurant, Strandalleén 48, 1368 Stabekk. Tel 67 53 05 75. E-mail: selskap@restaurantstrand.no. www.strandrestaurant.no

Hvalstrand Bad “Seashore, sunshine, soft sand, Hvalstrand” - a popular saying from 1934. Hvalstrand Bad is surrounded by natural beauty on the best beach in Asker! The interior of this functionalist gem is bright and delightful, evoking a sense of a bygone era! Our restaurant remains open throughout the summer sea-

son, but we can host private parties all year round as well. Location, food, wine and Sult’s extensive experience with party arrangements all contribute to making Hvalstrand Bad a safe choice for your wedding as well as the company summer party and other events. See our website for updated opening hours.

Hvalstrand bad, Hvalstrandveien 1, 1378 Nesbru. Tel 66 84 99 29. E-mail: booking@sult.no. www.sult.no

Emma Café We offer a pleasant and child-friendly lunch and dinner café with homemade cakes and freshly-baked bread and rolls. We have a well-assorted catering menu and plenty of homebaked goods. Going out for lunch? We have long tables and great lunches, hot and

cold. Call us to make an appointment. Our facilities can be rented out for exhibitions, courses, meetings and various celebrations. Contact us or check www.emmagjestehus.no for more information.

Emma Kafe, Emma Hjorths vei 66, 1336 Sandvika. Tel 67 13 30 69. E-mail: emmakafe@baerum.kommune.no. www.emmagjestehus.no

Vito's Vollen At Vito’s lovely restaurant on the docks you can enjoy good food and an excellent location from April to September.

Christmas parties, confirmations, birthday parties and other events all year.

Vito’s serves authentic Italian food, pizza, pasta and homemade gelato. We are open for group orders,

Get in touch or check our website for more information.

Vito's Vollen, Slemmestadveien 416, 1390 Vollen. Tel 66 79 89 95. E-mail: post@vitosnorge.no. www.vitosnorge.no

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Tveiter Gård / Farm Tveiter Gård’s beautiful main building and storehouse were built in the middle of the 1800s, but the full history of Tveiter Gård goes all the way back to the early 1600s. Standing next to Semsvannet (“Lake Sem”), the farm is surrounded by natural beauty on all sides. At the eatery, 56 guests can be seated at once, and there are several charming little lounges as well. Tveiter Gård is well-suited for everything from private ceremo-

nies such as weddings and confirmation parties, to company events and wholeday conferences. Since 2006 Tveiter Gård has been run by Sult, who also runs Hvalstrand Bad. Arrival: Train to Asker, taxi from the station. The road goes all the way. 30 minutes from central Oslo by car. Opening hours: Available for private parties all year. Open for family Christmas parties on Sundays in December.

Tveiter gård, Holtmarksvei 5, 1383 Asker. Tel 67 10 99 70. E-mail: booking@sult.no. www.sult.no

Other restaurants in Asker and Bærum: Lancelot, Torvveien 12, 1383 Asker. Tel 66 78 54 88. www.lancelot.no Intermezzo Cafe, Bar & Restaurant, Knud Askers vei 26, 1383 Asker. Tel 66 79 57 60. www.intermezzo.no Smak og Sans Sushi, Arnestadveien 1, 1390 Vollen. Tel 66 90 08 88. www.smakogsans.no Fellini, Claude Monets Allè 24, 1338 Sandvika. Tel: 67 56 70 60. www.fellinibar.no TinTin Japanese & Korean Restaurant & Bar, Lysaker Stasjon, 1366 Lysaker. Tel 67 12 12 10. www.tintinsushi.no Baracoa Sandvika, Otto Sverdrups Plass 3, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 46 44 37 00. E-mail: sandvika@baracoa.no. www.baracoa.no Bekkestuene Brasserie, Bærumsveien 212 A, 1357 Bekkestua. Tel 67 11 49 69. E-mail: post@bekkestuene.no. www.bekkestuene.no

R E S TA U R A N T S España Bar de Tapas – Sandvika, Løkketangen 10a, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 67 54 64 00. E-mail: info@spania-tapas.no www.spania-tapas.no España Bar De Tapas – Stabekk, Gamle Drammensvei 32, 1369 Stabekk. Tel 67 53 65 23. E-mail: info@spania-tapas.no www.spania-tapas.no Oleo Restaurant & Bar, Arnold Haukelandsplass 10, 1338 Sandvika. Tel 40 00 15 82. E-mail: booking@oleonorge.no www.oleonorge.no Pier 41 Cafe & bar, Lysaker brygge, 1366 Lysaker. Tel 67 43 05 15. E-mail: post@pier41.no www.pier41.no La Donna dei tuffi, Lysaker brygge, 1366 Lysaker. Tel 67 10 68 20. E-mail: post@ladonna.no. www.ladonna.no Jonoe Snarøya, Lillerutsvei 101, 1364 Fornebu. Tel 22 41 12 00. www.jonoe.no Vollen Bakeri – Kafe Oscar, Slemmestadveien 436, 1390 Vollen. Tel 66 77 19 10. E-mail: post@vollenbakeri.no www.vollenbakeri.no

A C C O M O D AT I O N Scandic Asker Have a great stay at our conference hotel Scandic Asker, just 25 minutes from Oslo. Hotel Scandic Asker is situated in Asker city centre, 4 minutes from the Airport Express and regular train station, and 50 minutes from Gardermoen airport by car. Shopping facilities, restaurants and beautiful outdoor areas are a short walk from the hotel. While staying at Scandic Asker, you can visit the Royal Skaugum Estate, take a trip in the summer to Hvalstrand beach or spend

the day at Asker Golf Club. Hotel Scandic Asker is a modern conference hotel and was renovated in 2011. We can offer 7 conference venues with a capacity of up to 280 people in our largest conference hall. Enjoy a delicious dinner in our hotel restaurant, or relax and get a cup of coffee in our bar. You’re welcome to use our rooftop terrace in the summer. We also have a modern and fully equipped gym, and wireless internet throughout the hotel.

Scandic Asker, Askerveien 61, 1384 Asker. Tel 23 15 54 00. E-mail: asker@scandichotels.com. www.scandichotels.no/Asker

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Radissson Blu Park Hotel Beautifully situated by the Oslofjord, the hotel is a short 10 minutes by car from Oslo city centre. With its own wooded area, private beach and a relaxing ambience, the hotel is perfectly suited for vacations and weekend stays. Facilities including a tennis court, a private dock, an exercise room and free WLAN are offered to all staying guests, as well as paid parking outside with a good capacity. Globetrotter

restaurant and Blu Note Bar serve delightful Europeaninspired meals and refreshing drinks in a comfortable atmosphere. The hotel has its own terrace with a bar and outdoor dining too. Radisson Blu Park Hotel has 251 comfortable, furnished rooms as well as Business Class rooms and Junior Suites. The hotel offers 16 meeting rooms with an area of 616m², with a capacity for up to 200 guests.

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Fornebuveien 80, 1325 Lysaker. Tel 67 82 30 00. E-mail: info.park.oslo@radissonblu.com. www.radissonblu.no/parkhotel-oslo

Thon Hotel Oslofjord Thon Hotel Oslofjord, a large and uniqe conference hotel, centrally located in Sandvika, just 10 minutes from central Oslo. The hotel has free parking, is easily accessed by public transport, and offers large and comfortable standard rooms.

offer all our guests free coffee and tea in the lobby.

Thon Hotel Oslofjord has 248 large rooms, all furnished with a sofa or a seating area. We have 9 big business rooms and 5 suites. Each room is accomodated with a TV, hotel movie channel, minibar, telephone, wireless internet connection, sizeable wardrobe and a bathtub in the bathroom. Air conditioning is provided as well. We

Activities and things to do at the hotel Thon Hotel Oslofjord is the closest neighbor of Sandvika Storsenter, the biggest mall in Scandinavia. Ikea, Smart Club and Bærum Kulturhus are also close by. Kalvøya, a charming little island, is within walking distance of the hotel.

Exercise, sauna and solarium The hotel has an exercise room with a sauna and solarium freely accessible to all guests from 06.0023.00.

Thon Hotel Oslofjord, Sandviksveien 184, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 67 55 66 00. E-mail: oslofjord@thonhotels.no. www.thonhotels.no/oslofjord

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Scandic Fornebu A conference hotel uniquely situated near Rolfsbukta at Fornebu. With an interior aesthetic inspired by aquatic life, the hotel has a soothing, relaxing atmosphere. Hotel Scandic Fornebu was opened on the 15th of September 2012. The hotel offers a 180 degree view of the Oslofjord. Just outside the door you will find beaches, hiking trails and sea life. How about a boat trip along the Oslofjord, or a visit to one of the many nearby islands? Fornebu indoor golf centre and Telenor Arena are within walking distance. Scandic Fornebu is just 45 minutes from Oslo Airport Garder-

moen and merely 10 minutes from Oslo city centre. The restaurant at hotel Scandic Fornebu has a fantastic view of the Oslofjord with a large terrace and outdoor dining. We serve a generous breakfast buffet at the restaurant in addition to lunches and dinners. Banquets and other private events can be arranged too. At the bar you can relax with a coffee or something from our drinks menu. Welcome, and enjoy one of our 334 rooms.

Scandic Fornebu, Martin Lingesvei 2, 1364 Fornebu. Tel 21 05 70 00. E-mail: fornebu@scandichotels.com. www.scandichotels.no/fornebu

Quality Hotel Expo The greatest ideas spring from diversity. At Quality Hotel Expo, people, method and environment join together for inspiration, innovation and recreation: outdoor and indoors, on courses, conferences and city holidays.

conference, fitness centre and 301 splendid rooms. Get inspired at: www.qexpo.no and contact us for more information. Welcome to Quality Hotel Expo at Fornebu.

Quality Hotel Expo is the perfect venue to bring out the best ideas! Architect Nikki Butenschøn has set a new standard for creating inspiring environments, so look forward to the perfect harmony and warm atmosphere of our hotel. The hotel has a unique seaside location at Fornebu, and offers restaurant Brasserie X, Bar X, outdoor dining, Wayne’s Coffee, 13 unique Quality Hotel Expo, Snarøyveien 20, 1360 Fornebu. Tel 67 11 70 00. E-mail: q.expo@choice.no. www.qexpo.no

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Thon Hotel Vettre The hotel lies in the calm, rural surroundings of Asker, a short 20 minute drive from central Oslo. Enjoy being near the sea and take a stroll along the coastal heritage trail to idyllic Konglungen and Vollen. Thon Hotel Vettreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conference facilities can accommodate up to 600 people. Family rooms We have spacious family rooms, and most of the rooms have a terrace or a balcony. Though our hotel is tucked in a quiet, rural area, it takes only 20 minutes to get to Oslo by car, and if you wish to leave your car in our free parking place, a bus, just 30 metres from the hotel entrance,

will take you straight to Oslo. Sandvika Storsenter is 10 minutes away by car, and IKEA merely 5 minutes. Conference Thon Hotel Vettre in Asker has bright and airy meeting halls and conference rooms with any technical facility you may require. A number of comfortable, charming seating groups can be found in the common rooms, a large pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Thon Hotel Vettre, Konglungveien 201, 1392 Vettre. Tel 66 90 22 11. E-mail: booking@vettre.no. www.thonhotels.no/vettre

Holmen Fjordhotell We offer first-class conference facilities right by the scenic waterfront. Just 18 kilometres from Oslo, the hotel is surrounded by recreational areas, bathing beaches and the beautiful Vestfjord. Holmen Fjordhotell has a total of 46 meeting halls of various sizes, capable of accommodating up to 305 people. The hotel offers 290 beds divided into 170 rooms. Food and wine We recognise the importance of serving you the finest meals during your stay. For lunch we prepare a large buffet with an emphasis on fish and shellfish. In addition, you will find warm meals, high-quality cheeses, salads and a wide selection of

cakes from our own confectionery. For dinner we offer you our 3-course menu of the day, and you can find updated menus on our website roughly one week before arrival. Activities After a long day of conferences, we recommend paying our Spa a visit. Many of our guests take advantage of this offer, and we hope you will too. We can also offer you food courses or wine tasting with one of our sommeliers.

Holmen Fjordhotell, Slemmestadveien 64, 1394 Nesbru. Tel 66 77 27 00. E-mail: resepsjon@holmenfjordhotell.no. www.holmenfjordhotell.no

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Emma Guest House With the forest and the sea nearby, and a short distance to Sandvika, Emma Guest House is a wonderful place to be. We have 17 rooms on two floors with a cheerful and pleasant atmosphere. We offer rooms specially suited for families with children, and for wheelchair users. All rooms have a TV set and a sink. Bathrooms/lavatories

are in the hall. Emma Guest House offers a comfortable living room with several seating areas, a long table and a kitchen where our guests can prepare meals. Enjoy our garden and its lush nature, its green fields and massive birch trees. The entire guest house can be rented out for groups. Maximum capacity is 50 persons.

Emma Gjestehus, HĂ¸yrabben 4, 1336 Sandvika. Tel 67 13 06 59. E-mail: emma.gjestehus@baerum.kommune.no. www.emmagjestehus.no

Vollen Marina Situated along inner Oslofjord, the Vollen Marina is complete with all facilities. Here you will find moorings, boat dealerships, boat services, a gas station, a kiosk and a restaurant on the docks. Moorings are available all year and dock bubblers are available for the winter season. Fresh fish and shrimp

is sold directly from MS Trygg on Thursdays and Fridays. From here you can quickly reach central Vollen with its wide variety of shops, restaurants and galleries. Electric bicycle rental. The guest harbour provides access to electricity, lavatorial facilities, showers and washing machines as well as food and fuel.

Vollen Marina, Slemmestadveien 416, 1390 Vollen. Tel 401 41 040. E-mail: post@vollen-marina.no. www.vollen-marina.no

Quality Hotel Leangkollen Quality Hotel Leangkollen stands out from other hotels with its history. Could timber walls talk, they'd told exciting and colorful anecdotes from the past.

The hotel has 98 rooms, all renovated summer2008. The rooms are kept in delicate, fresh colors and modern style. They have all lovely views over the scenic environment.

As the name suggests, the hotel is situated on top of a hill surrounded by forest, orchard, large terraces and a spectacular view of the Oslo Fjord.

Quality Hotel Leangkollen has 17 meeting rooms, 10 group rooms and an exclusive standalone meetinghouse. This covers the vast majority of needs. The hotel can accommodate 120 people in the largest meeting room.

"We Care" - with nature as a starting point, you can enjoy a game of outdoor chess, playing boules in the orchard or take a walk along one of Leangkollen's many nature trails.

The hotel has many different course rooms. Some of those overlooking the beautiful orchard, others the amazing fjord.

Quality Hotel Leangkollen, BleikerĂĽsen 215, 1387 Asker. Tel 66 76 70 00. E-mail: q.leangkollen@choice.no. www.leangkollen.no.

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Schaus Buss We take care of all your coach travel needs and organize travel according to customers’ requirements.

Schaus can also offer our services out of Gardermoen.

Qualified drivers in thirty modern, high quality vehicles, 16-83 seats. Schaus has an international ISO accreditation which mean that we offer quality, safety and flexibility at a good standard as well as offer competitive prices.

SCHAUS BUSS/GARDERMOEN MINIBUSS & CREWTRANSPORT AS, Vestbyveien 15, N-1540 Vestby. Tel +47 90 50 63 00. E-mail: info@schaus.no www.schaus.no

Sandvika Fjordturer AS, Kadettangen 18b, Rigmorbrygga, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 97 95 97 95. E-mail: rigmor@rigmor.no. www.rigmor.no

Flytoget The Airport Express Train is Norway's first and only high-speed train providing transportation between the Oslo International Airport at Gardermoen and Drammen. The Airport Express Train departs every 10 minutes between Oslo Airport Gardermoen and

the Airport Express Train Terminal at Oslo Central Station. The journey takes 19-22 minutes. Children under the age of 16, who are escorted by an adult over the age of 18, travel free of charge. See www.flytoget.no for more details.

Flytoget Biskop Gunnerus gate 14 Posthuset, N-0185 OSLO. Tel 815 00 777. E-mail: flytoget@flytoget.no www.flytoget.no

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Asker and Bærum offer a great selection of course and conference facilities at just 10 to 30 minutes from central Oslo by car. Here you will find many hotels with excellent facilities, and each of their unique qualities will help ensure that every aspect of your event will be a success. The area has a large capacity and is easily accessed by public transHotel name

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port either on land or over the fjord. Activities and experiences are an important part of an event and are often the foundation of enthusiasm, teambuilding and productivity. In Asker and Bærum you will find agencies that can help you with everything from small gatherings to bigger, more carefully tailored events. Meeting rooms Cinema seat. Classroom seating

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Read more about the hotels under the heading “ACCOMMODATIONS”. Many of the eateries and adventure businesses in Asker and Bærum are well-suited for groups, courses and conferences. Contact us and we will help you plan your next big event.

Telenor Arena Situated on the Fornebu peninsula just outside of Oslo, Telenor Arena is a multi-purpose indoor venue for events and entertainment. The arena has a capacity of 23.000 spectators for concerts and 15.000 for sports, making it one of the biggest indoor

venues in northern Europe. Telenor Arena knows no limits. Whether you’re planning a concert or a exhibition for 20.000 people or a dinner for 400 guests, our project leaders can help you set up an exciting programme that your customers will never forget.

Telenor Arena, Widerøeveien 1, 1360 Fornebu. Tel 909 97 700. E-mail: booking@telenorarena.no. www.telenorarena.no

Vinkelgården course and conference centre We offer a wide range of meeting facilities for courses, conferences and seminars for up to 60 participants. In our charming locale in one of Bærums oldest buildings you will have access to most technical devices, including canvas screens, projectors, audio equipment, flipcharts and a

wireless internet connection. Group rooms for up to 20 people. We can offer dinner in Vinkelgården’s most elegant banquet hall. If you need a break, we can arrange teambuilding events out in the beautiful nature around Vinkelgården and Wøyen Gård.

Bærum Arbeidssenter – Vinkelgården, Gamle Lommedalsvei 33, 1339 Vøyenenga. Tel 94 84 08 24. E-mail: Vinkelgarden@baerum.kommune.no

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Sem Gjestegård Sem Gjestegård lies in idyllic surroundings by Semsvannet (“Lake Sem”) in Asker, just 15 minutes from Oslo by car. With buildings from the 19th century, we have fused the old traditions with modern facilities and created a different type of course and conference centre – one with soul. The peace and inspiration provided by nature is a part what you will experience as our guest.

a long workday, and few things evoke such pleasant thoughts as the smell of fresh waffles. And when the harvest has been good we serve apple juice from our very own orchard in the meeting room. Refreshing and delicious. Complete your day with one of our delightful 3-course menus. Welcome to “the Taste of Sem”.

Sem Gjestegård offers conference halls for 4 – 140 people and has 47 pleasant and tastefully decorated rooms. We offer free wireless internet for all of our guests. Snack breaks are important for keeping your concentration clear through Sem Gjestegård, Semsveien 166, 1384 Asker. Tel 66 76 54 00. E-mail: adm@semgjestegard.no. www.semgjestegard.no.

Henie Onstad Art Centre The Henie Onstad Art Centre has a beautiful waterfront location and is a central, yet unique meeting place. We offer three different venues for rent: the Weidemann Auditorium, Styrerommet and Henierommet. Here plenty of professional and cultural opportunities, with

visits to our exhibitions, perhaps a guided tour during a break or at the end of the conference. We can accommodate up to 300 people. Bølgen & Moi takes care of all catering in our meeting halls – from the morning coffee and lunch to dinner at the end of the day.

Henie-Onstad Kunstsenter, Sonja Henies vei 31, 1311 Høvikodden. Tel 67 80 48 80. E-mail: post@hok.no www.hok.no

Sandvika Fjordturer AS, Kadettangen 18b, Rigmorbrygga, 1337 Sandvika. Tel 97 95 97 95. E-mail: rigmor@rigmor.no. www.rigmor.no

GROUPS, MEETING AND CONFERENCE

Emma Kafé og Galleri – rental We offer a well-assorted catering menu and plenty of home-baked goods. Going out for lunch? We have long tables and great lunches, hot and cold. Call us for more information. Our facilities can be rented out for exhibitions, courses, meetings and various cele-

brations. Emma Kafé can be rented out for meetings of up to roughly 70 people, and parties of roughly 60 people. Emma Galleri can be used for exhibitions, meetings and parties of up to 35. There is also a small meeting hall for a maximum of 10 persons.

Emma Kafe, Emma Hjorths vei 66, 1336 Sandvika. Tel 67 13 30 69. E-mail: emmakafe@baerum.kommune.no. www.emmagjestehus.no

Festus Event Festus – a professional event agency, and considering the scale of our development since we started in 1989, we proudly claim that title! We focus primarily on company events and our strength lies in coming up with creative ideas for every occasion! We are effective and efficient, operating with our own equipment and few middle-

men. Ours is a professional crew with a lot of experience in the field. I 2012 we had the pleasure of holding many events for our regular customers, from 100 to over 1000 guests. We hope you will be one of our new customers in 2013 and look forward to your requests. Read more about Festus at www.festus.no

Festus Event, Røykenveien 142, 1386 Asker. Tel 66 90 41 07. E-mail: post@festus.no. www.festus.no

Skytterkollen Skytterkollen, Dæhlimosen 55, 1359 Eiksmarka. Tel 67 87 08 00. E-mail: mail@skytterkollen.no www.skytterkollen.no

Fossekallen Restaurant & Konferansesenter Fossekallen Restaurant & Konferansesenter, Vollsveien 13, 1366 Lysaker. Tel 99 44 65 55. E-mail: post@fossekallen.no www.fossekallen.no

SUMMER & BEACHES

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WINTER & SNOW

Bathing areas in Asker and Bærum In 2012 Norway had a total of 9 “Blue flag” beaches, 4 of which lie in Asker and Bærum. The area also offers a number of other bathing spots, both in the fjord and in various lakes. Here are a select few: Hvalstrand Bad Excellent bathing spot with its own parking lot, a nice sandy beach, fields and rocky hills. Here you will also find swim ladders, wheelchair ramps, breakwaters and docks, a diving tower, lavatories and picnic tables. Hvalstrand is also home to one of Norway’s finest functionalist restaurants with both outdoor dining and a kiosk. Accessed from Slemmestadveien. Sjøstrand Bad Bathing spot with a sandy beach and an adjacent grassy field near the border of Slemmestad. Here you will find docks, swimming rafts, showers, wheelchair ramps, a kiosk, a diving board, garbage cans, lavatories and a beach volleyball court. Parking. Accessed by Sjøstrandveien via Slemmestadveien. Storøyodden At the outermost point on Storøya there is a large bathing spot with a kiosk, showers and lavatories. Planes used to take off from this beach when Fornebu was Oslo’s main airport, until October 1998. Deck chairs and tables can be borrowed, and you can play beach volleyball on one of the four courts, or pick another game if you prefer. The service building is open throughout the summer season. Storøyodden is most easily accessed by cycling. Holmenskjæret Bathing spot lying near Holmensenteret, with plenty of parking space, a sandy beach and rocky knolls. Her you will find bathing rafts, diving boards, a floating dock, a kiosk, a playground, picnic tables and a bathroom. Holmenskjæret has a beach volleyball court as well. Asker: Sandungen, Hestesund, Semsvannet, Kariskjær og Spiralbukta på Konglungen Bærum: Kadettangen, Kalvøya, Rolfstangen, Sarbuyvollen, Høvikodden og Østernvann

Winter and Snow In addition to miles of well-prepared cross-country skiing trails, the area offers several downhill skiing slopes: Kolsås Skisenter, Gamle Ringeriksvei 222, 1353 Bærums Verk. www.kolsåsbakken.no Vardåsen skisenter, Trettestykket 39, 1388 Borgen. www.vardaasen-skisenter.no Lommedalen skisenter, Slalåmveien 40, 1350 Lommedalen. www.lommedalenskisenter.no Kirkerudbakken skisenter, Borkenveien 4, 1339 Vøyenenga. www.kirkerudbakken.no

Hvor ender denne fine trappen? Finn ut gjennom et uforglemmelig besĂ¸k til to dikterhjem i Asker. Tema i 2013: Ukonvensjonelle Askerkvinner

Store arrangement: Isfestivalen 3. mars Museumsdagen 9. juni HĂ¸sttakkefesten 22. september

www.askermuseum.no Asker Museum, Otto Valstads vei 19, 1395 Hvalstad Tlf 66 79 00 11 post@askermuseum.no Tirsdag-fredag 11.00-15.00, sĂ¸ndag 12.00-16.00

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USEFUL ADDRESSES Newspapers in Asker and Bærum Asker og Bærum Budstikke Billingstadsletta 17, 1396 Billingstad Tel 66 77 00 00. www.budstikka.no AB-avisene Billingstadsletta 19A, 1396 Billingstad Tel 21 89 84 10. www.ab-avisene.no Livein Asker/Bærum Tel 64 98 38 88. www.livein.no

DNT Oslo og omegn Boks 7 Sentrum, 0101 Oslo. Tel 22 82 28 00. www.dntoslo.no

Municipalities Asker kommune Knud Askersvei 25 Tel 66 90 90 00 E-mail: post@asker.kommune.no www.asker.kommune.no

TV8 Asker og Bærum Tel 938 75 738. www.tv8norge.no

Bærum kommune Arnold Haukelandsplass 10, 1304 Sandvika Tel 67 50 40 50 E-mail: post@baerum.kommune.no www.baerum.kommune.no

Public transport

Business Council

Ruters kundesenter Jernbanetorget 1, 0154 Oslo. Tel 177. www.ruter.no

Asker Næringsråd Drammensveien 915, 1370 Asker Tel 66 90 60 80. E-mail: post@askern.no www.askern.no

Local TV

Open air activities Oslofjordens Friluftsråd Gamle Drammensvei 203, 1300 Sandvika. Tel 67 55 49 90. www.oslofjordens.friluftsrad.no Skiforeningen Kongeveien 5, 0787 Oslo. Tel 22 92 32 00. Faks 22 92 32 50. E-mail: skif@skiforeningen.no

Bærum Næringsråd Rådmann Halmrastsvei 7, 1337 Sandvika Tel 67 80 90 00. E-mail: post@bn.no www.bn.no

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