Attractions
The Vigeland Installation and the park's art treasures
Frognerparken is home to the Vigeland Installation – the world's largest sculpture park created by a single artist. Gustav Vigeland created 212 sculptures in bronze, granite, and wrought iron, all placed in the park.
The Monolith
The Monolith is the absolute highlight of the Vigeland Installation – a 14.12-metre column carved from a single granite block. The sculpture shows 121 human figures reaching towards the sky in an eternal striving. It took Vigeland 14 years to complete this masterpiece, from 1924 to 1943. The Monolith is surrounded by 36 groups of sculptures on the circular platform.
Sinnataggen (The Angry Boy)
Sinnataggen is undoubtedly Norway's most famous sculpture. The little furious boy on the Vigeland Bridge has captured hearts around the world. The sculpture is made of bronze and depicts a small boy in a tantrum. According to history, the figure was modelled after a young boy Vigeland met in the park. Sinnataggen is so popular that it is regularly polished bright by visitors who stroke it.
The Vigeland Bridge
The 100-metre bridge is adorned with 58 bronze statues depicting the cycle of human life – from infancy to old age. The statues are grouped in 36 groups and show people in various life situations: play, love, struggle, and rest. The bridge is the first thing you encounter when entering the Vigeland Installation from the main entrance.
The Fountain
The large fountain is one of the most impressive elements of the Vigeland Installation. It is surrounded by 60 relief panels and 20 tree groups in bronze. The fountain depicts the tree of life with human figures climbing, hanging, and resting in the branches. The basin edge is decorated with 60 reliefs depicting scenes from human life.
The Wheel of Life
The Wheel of Life is one of the most symbolic sculptures in the park. It depicts a ring of human figures – men, women, and children – holding each other in an eternal circle. The sculpture symbolises the continuity of life and the bond between generations. It is located in the southern part of the Vigeland Installation.
Nearby Museums
The Vigeland Museum is located right next to the park and contains Vigeland's studio, models, and drawings. Oslo City Museum is housed in Frogner Manor inside the park and tells the story of Oslo's development. Both museums are worth a visit to understand the park's and artist's background.