Hamar

Hamar is a city in Hedmark, Norway, facing the impressive Mjøsa lake. The city, which has a population presence of 31,000, was first established in the middle of the 11th century, but destroyed by a Swedish army in 1567.

In 1849 the city was re-established, and is now the largest city in the Norwegian inland (i.e. the counties not connected to the ocean). During the 1994 Winter Olympics three of the sporting events were held in Hamar: Figure skating, short track speed skating and speed skating.

Travel to Hamar

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By car

Take the E6 national highway north from Oslo. Takes roughly 1.5 hours. From Oslo Airport it takes an hour.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Hamar

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen

{{moreinfo|facilities at and around Oslo Airport, Gardermoen|Oslo Airport, Gardermoen]] Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (IATA Flight Code: OSL) is Norway's largest airport, located in Gardermoen, 90 kilometers south of Hamar. Direct connecting flights are available to 107 airports, including 24 airports in Norway. The largest airlines in Norway, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)] and Norwegian Air Shuttle, operate direct connecting Flights to many U.S., European and Norwegian destinations from Oslo Airport, as well as large domestic networks. Flights by about 30 other airlines make this airport easy to reach from most of the world. There is free wifi at the airport. Password is sent in an sms (a number from any country would do).

To travel between the city and the airport:

NSB operates trains via Hamar to Lillehammer or Trondheim. The trip takes 55 minutes, and trains depart every hour during weekdays. Tickets cost NOK 160.

Travel by train to Hamar

All trains between Oslo-Trondheim, Oslo-Røros and Skien-Lillehammer stop in /en/our-destinations/stations/hamar-station?id=0711 Hamar. 1 hour 15 min from Oslo, about 1 hour from Gardermoen Airport. From Lillehammer a trip takes 45 min, and from Elverum 25 min.

How to get around in Hamar

Travel on a Bus in Hamar

There are five bus lines in the city, going from the suburbs and through the downtown. The cost is 33 NOK for a single ticket if you buy on the bus.

Best way to travel in Hamar by a Taxi

Taxis are expensive. The minimum charge in Hamar is at least 97 NOK, increasing to 141 NOK late at weekend nights. The phone number for Hedmark Taxi is 03650.

What to see in Hamar

Domkirkeruinene-Hamar - Domkirkeruinene (cathedral ruins with protective building) Norsk utvandrermuseum church - The settler church at the Norwegian Emigrant Museum

Vikingskipet - The Viking ship, Hamar Olympic Hall - Åkersvikveien 1 60.79288, 11.10100 - 30 NOK Vikingskipet - The Viking Ship, officially known as Hamar olympiahall (Hamar Olympic Hall), is a modern speed skating arena, and was built for the 1994 Olympic Winter Games. It name comes form its appearance: an upside-down Viking ship. It regularly hosts major speed skating events, such as world championships. Also known for hosting The Gathering each Easter, a computer gathering mainly for young people which has had over 5,000 participants. Each spring and fall and the Vikingship also hosts a very popular 3-day long market for second-hand/ antique goods. The Viking Ship is situated near Åkersvika, a nature reserve, known for it's rich bird life. At the parking lot there is a "bird tower", where you can get a good view of the bay.

Domkirkeodden - Strandvegen 100, 2315 60.79199, 11.03624 From downtown follow signs for museums ☎ +47 62 54 27 00 - A must-see. Medieval cathedral and folk museum along Lake Myøsa. The ruins of the cathedral are encased in a glass house. Lovely walks and beaches by the lake. The open air museum is free and open year round, all the time. The opening hours of the museum vary according to season. There's a nice cafe there as well. Concerts and theater productions are often held in the glass house, but be sure to bring a blanket with you in the evenings- even in the summer, it gets cold there after the sun sets! The Medieval Festival usually takes place here over a long weekend in June.

Railway Museum - Jernbanemuseet - Strandveien 163 60.80043, 11.02739 Follow the signs for museums (Museene) form the downtown. Then follow the signs marked Jernbanemuseet. You can also walk along the lake, past Domkirkeodden (about 3km). Or city bus 1 from the train station/downtown ☎ +47 62 51 31 60 Opening Hours: Vary according to season Documents the history of the Norwegian railroad system. Lots of child-friendly exhibits. Also has its own library.

The Norwegian Emigrant Museum - Norsk utvandrermuseum - Åkershagan 60.78823, 11.12101 ☎ +47 62 57 48 50 Opening Hours: Tue-Fri: 9AM Monday - 3:30PM NOK 50 Museum showing emigration from Norway, with a collection of six buildings (amongst them a church built in 1896 in Minnesota).

The Kirsten Flagstad Museum - Kirkegata 11 60.79599, 11.06882 Located right next to Hamar's main church. ☎ +47 62 54 27 00 NOK 60 Museum dedicated to Norway's most famous opera singer, Kirsten Flagstad.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Hamar

Badestranda ved Koigen på Hamar - Bathing at Koigen during the summer. Moonrise behind ferry - Skibladner

|name = Go to a HamKam football match. | url = hamkam.no/ 60.79545, 11.09280 |content = HamKam is the local football team, which bounces between the first and second division. Watch the normally reserved Norwegians cheer on this team to victory (or not!). Hamar has recently built a beautiful new football stadium called Briskeby Arena for the home games. You can find out when the next match will be from the website. "Next match" = "Neste kamp" in Norwegian. If HamKam is listed before the other team and then it's a home game. Wear green and white to show your support!

Ankerskogen swimming hall - Ankerskogen svømmehall - Ankerskogveien 7, 2319 60.80378, 11.06649 ☎ +4746918000 Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00 - 21.00 Saturday & Sunday 10.00 - 17.00 Early morning swimming-Monday to Wed- Friday 06.30 - 08.30 weekdays: adults 157;student/youth/senior 130; children 3-12 100;children 0-2 53 (nappy suitable for bathing included). At weekends all tickets are NOK 10 more expensive.: Ankerskogv. 7, 2319 Hamar The main swimmingpool is one of Norway's largest, 25x50m. Part of this swimmingpool is roped off and has all sort of special floats for kids. There's also a specially heated swimmingpool for rehabilitation, a kiddie pool, and a hot tub (cost 10 kr per round), a shallow outdoor swimmingpool which is open in summertime. Also a 65 meter slide which kids love. There are huge windows all around the pool, so in the winter you can swim while you watch the snow blowing outside. The changing rooms have saunas. You need a 10 kr coin to operate the lockers, or bring your own lock. Ankerskogen also has indoor tennis courts and a Nautilus gym. You'll also find a cafeteria here. The center was due to be renovated starting in 2010, but they planned on staying open to the public the whole time.

Koigen 60.79275, 11.06291 - Beach area close to the city. Excellent for bathing during the summer. Also feasible to use the beach volleyball court or the skate park.

Skibladner | 60.79246, 11.06751 - Prices from kr. 210 per person. Return fare: single fare + kr. 100,- Skibladner Skibladner is the world's oldest preserved paddle steamer, and sails on lake Mjøsa during the summer.
Gåsbu / Vangsåsa 60.89997, 11.20932 - A recreational area for the citizens. During the winter there are good possibilities for cross-country skiing. Check out ut.no for hike and trail routes.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Hamar

Torggata and the pedestrian street in Hamar, got some shopping possibilities, with two small shopping malls connected to the street. Maxi Storsenter is the largest shopping mall, located a bit outside of the city. In 2014 a new mall will open closer to the downtown.

Maxi Storsenter - Aslak Bolts gate 48 60.79877, 11.04602 - This is the largest shopping mall in Hamar, with 70 stores.

CC Mart'n 60.79594, 11.08935 - Shopping mall with Hamar's only Vinmonopolet (fruit cocktail and stores).

Løiten Lys - Løten Brænderi 60.82642, 11.30541 - Norway's largest distributor of hand-made candles.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Cafes

Alle Tiders Torggata 73 60.79517, 11.07013 In the center of town on the pedestrian street, 5-minutes' walk from the train station. ☎ +47 625 30 145 Opening Hours: Monday to Sat 10-12, Sunday 14-21 This cafe has the best cakes in all of Hamar. Great for lunch and light dinners. Outdoor seating overlooks the pedestrian street. Centrally-located.

Larsen - Strandgata 53 60.79425, 11.07129 ☎ +47 413 27 903 - Cafe and vintage store combined.

Restaurants

Kolonihagen - Storhamargata 2 60.7943729, 11.0679411 Located in Basarbygningen, built in 1896. ☎ +47 919 000 90 Opening Hours: Tues-Thu 11-22, Fri-Sat 11-02, Sunday 11-17, Closed Monday Main courses NOK 255-315 (Lunch NOK 100-150) Eco-friendly gourmet. Popular, so reservations are a must, at least in the evening.

Kunstbanken (Hedmark Art Center) - The Art Bank - karusell Parkgate 21, 2317 60.79254, 11.07774 1 minute's walk from the train station in the center of town ☎ +47 625 42 260 Opening Hours: Tues-Fri 11-18, Saturday 12-17, closed Sunday and Monday Sandwiches, cakes, coffees, and culture. The perfect place for lunch. Enjoy your meal and tour the museum afterwards

Leonardo - Torggata 34 60.79339, 11.07401 In the eastern end of the pedestrian street, near the Østre torg. ☎ +47 625 30 820 NOK 140-NOK 260 (main courses) Italian restaurant with Pastas and Pizzas located in a quiet backyard.

Nagomi - Strandgata 21 60.79248, 11.07413 One minutes walk from the train station ☎ +47 625 211 02 Opening Hours: 11:00-22:00 Sushi restaurant and cocktail café.

Volume - Østre torg 60.79375, 11.07489 - American inspired menu.

Hot & Spicy - Torggata 21 60.79289, 11.07556 ☎ +47 62 52 02 60 - Chinese and thai.

Hamarstua - 60.79329, 11.03894 ☎ +47 62 52 34 62
Royal India - Strandgata 37 60.79386, 11.07188 ☎ +47 62 11 07 11 Opening Hours: 15:00-23:00 Main courses NOK 190 - NOK 250 Decent Indian food, but a bit pricey.

Docile Kontor & Pub | Kirkegata 3 60.79564, 11.06840 In the church hill, near McDonalds. - Shows football matches on multiple screens. Can play dart there..

Hamar Sportsbar - 60.79404, 11.07340 Near Østre torg - Shows football matches on multiple screens. Possible to play dart and shuffle board.

Casanova Strandgata 71 60.79450, 11.06913 - One of the few places to go for people between 18 and 20. Young crowd.

Irishman - Strandgata 31 60.79303, 11.07376 - Pub for a bit older crowd. The backyard is a good place to be during the summer.

Nellie Torggata 23 60.79299, 11.07513 - Formerly known as Dirty Nelly. Cozy place with occasional dancing.

Sebs hotel - Grønnegata 34 60.79329, 11.07594 - Rock and metal pub.

Svare og Berg Strandgata 71 60.79452, 11.06888 Stortorget. - Nightclub and a good place for dancing.

Gregers - Grønnegata 70 60.79537, 11.07242 - Cafe and concert scene.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Hamar

Hamar - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Hamar, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Hamar. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Hamar and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Hamar. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Hamar. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Hamar: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Hamar.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Hamar: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Hamar, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Hamar.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Hamar, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Hamar, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Hamar and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Hamar, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Hamar, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Hamar without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Hamar is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Hamar.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Hamar is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Hamar, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Hamar Media: info@ehalal.io

Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Hamar

eHalal Group Hamar is a prominent real estate company specializing in providing Muslim-friendly properties in Hamar. Our mission is to cater to the specific needs and preferences of the Muslim community by offering a wide range of halal-certified residential and commercial properties, including houses, condos, and factories. With our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to Islamic principles, eHalal Group has established itself as a trusted name in the real estate industry in Hamar.

At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in Hamar ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within Hamar. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

If you are looking for a more spacious option, our houses are perfect for you. Starting at US$ 650,000, our houses provide ample living space, privacy, and a range of customizable features to meet your specific requirements. These houses are located in well-established neighborhoods in Hamar, offering a harmonious balance between modern living and Islamic values.

For those seeking luxury and exclusivity, our luxury villas in Hamar are the epitome of sophistication and elegance. Starting at US$ 1.5 million and these villas offer a lavish lifestyle with private amenities, breathtaking views, and meticulous attention to detail. Each luxury villa is meticulously designed to provide a serene and halal environment, allowing you to enjoy the finest living experience while adhering to your Islamic principles. For further details please email us at info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Seierstad Pensionat - Holsetgt 64 60.79846, 11.08201 From the Hamar exit on the E6: follow Vangsveien until the Statoil gas station (Ringgata). Take a right and drive to the first set of lights. Turn left and drive for about 300 meters. The guesthouse will be on your right. OR 15-20 minutes' walk from the train station. City busses will also get you there. ☎ +47 62 52 12 44 Single: from 500 kr, Double: from 700 kr, Triple: 1050 kr. Student discounts available (1 night 450 kr, more than 1 night 400 kr, room-sharing 300 kr per person per day) An affordable guesthouse in the residential area, but within easy walking distance of the downtown. Family rooms available, lots of parking. Breakfast included. Simple but clean & friendly.

First Hotel Victoria - Strandgata 21 60.79258, 11.07445A minutes walk from the train station ☎ +47 62 02 55 00
Scandic Hotel - Vangsvegen 121 60.796662, 11.086535 ☎ +47 21 61 40 00
Quality Hotel Astoria | Torggata 23 60.79320, 11.07493 ☎ +47 62 70 70 00
Rica Hotel Hamar | 60.82952, 11.06782 ☎ +47 62 35 01 00 Situated outside the city-centre, and close to the E6 highway.

Hamar Hostel - Hamar Vandrerhjem Vikingskipet - Åkersvikavegen 24 60.79245, 11.09688 ☎ +47 62 52 60 60 This hostel, part of Hostelling International and is located near Vikingskipet, a fifteen minutes walk from the downtown.

Stay Safe

Norway#Stay safe|Norway is a fairly safe country in general, and Hamar is no exception.

News & References Hamar

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