The museum houses a collection of skis that are over 2,500 years old.
The first museum building was inaugurated in 1923 by King Haakon VII.
The current ski jump structure is the 19th iteration built on this site since 1892.
The collection includes equipment used by the first explorers to reach the South Pole.
The ski jump tower features an elevator that transports visitors 60 meters above the ground.
The structure is designed to function as a landmark visible from the city center.
The Holmenkollen Ski Museum is the oldest museum in the world dedicated to skiing, housed directly beneath the iconic Holmenkollen ski jump. The facility chronicles over 4,000 years of skiing history, showcasing ancient rock carvings and antique equipment. Its polar exploration collection features original gear and documentation from Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen’s Arctic and Antarctic expeditions. The building is physically integrated into the concrete structure of the ski jump venue. Visitors can access the jump's observation deck for panoramic views of Oslo and the surrounding forest. The museum complex also serves as a focal point for international Nordic skiing competitions. Exhibits detail the evolution of ski technology from basic wooden boards to modern fiberglass composites. Permanent displays explain the cultural significance of winter sports in Norwegian societal development.
From the very top of the ski jump observation deck looking out over the panoramic view of the Oslo skyline and fjord.
Visit the ski jump observation deck first to orient yourself with the geography of the Oslo Fjord.
Allow extra time to walk the surrounding forest trails if visiting during clear weather.
Check the weather forecast before your visit, as the observation deck can be very windy.
Do not attempt to walk up the steep approach roads from the lower neighborhoods; use designated transport to reach the summit level.
Open daily year-round, though the observation deck may close temporarily during extreme high winds or lightning.
Outdoor footwear should be clean of heavy mud; maintain a quiet tone in the historical polar expedition galleries.
