This Scandinavian Capital May Be the Perfect European Escape for People Tired of Overcrowded Cities

In Oslo’s Vulkan neighborhood, sustainability, style and everyday ease come together in a way that’s making the Norwegian capital feel like Europe’s most livable city break.

If you’re after a city break that combines culture, comfort and quiet innovation, Oslo might surprise you. Barely a two-hour flight from Heathrow, the Norwegian capital offers something unexpected: a relaxed, walkable escape where everyday life is designed for ease, from all-electric transport to sustainable neighborhoods. In short, the perfect city for me to explore on my daylong layover.

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