Religion in Oslo

You have freedom of religion and belief in Norway, meaning you have the right to pick, follow, or change your faith or life perspective, including belief in a nonreligious philosophy.

The Norwegian constitution prevents discrimination based on religion, and the government is committed to promoting interfaith dialogue and cooperation.

In Oslo, people are generally respectful and tolerant of different religions and beliefs. People of different faiths live and work together in harmony. However, it is important to note that religion is considered a private matter in Norway, and people may not feel comfortable discussing their personal beliefs with strangers or acquaintances. It is generally acceptable to ask someone about their religion or beliefs if you have a close relationship with them, but it is important to be respectful and not intrusive. Schools teach knowledge about all religions and different views on life, rooted in both religion and philosophy.

The dominant religion in Norway is Christianity, which was introduced in Norway around the year 1000. Around 64% of the Norwegian population belongs to Church of Norway, which is an is an Evangelical-Lutheran church. However, few regularly visit the church, or attend church services.
There are many religious communities in Oslo, also practicing in other languages then Norwegian.

Go to visitoslo.com for an overview of religious communities in Oslo