Kløfta Travel Guide

City City in Akershus, Norway

At a highway junction northeast of Oslo, Kløfta is a practical stop for access to Romerike’s forests, lakes, and cross-country trails. Travelers use it as a staging point for cabins, riding, and weekend farm markets.

Costs

$120-220 per day

Norway-level prices; expect higher costs for food and services.

Safety

Very safe; low crime

Very safe with low crime; watch for winter driving hazards.

Best Time

June-August (mild, long days)

Warmest, sunniest weather and outdoor events occur in high summer.

In This Guide

Why Visit Kløfta?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Weather

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Population

5,942

Infrastructure & Convenience

Excellent transport links: regional rail, buses, close to Gardermoen, good road network.

Popularity

Mainly a commuter and transport town; tourists pass through en route to Oslo or the airport.

Known For

major highway junction, proximity to Oslo Airport Gardermoen, Romerike plains, railway station, local markets, sports facilities, commuter life, logistics hubs

Kløfta sits at a major highway fork where the E6 splits, a historic transport junction for Eastern Norway.

Why Visit Kløfta? #

A crossroads town on the Romerike plain that combines rural Norwegian life with easy access to Oslo and Gardermoen Airport, Kløfta is handy for travelers en route to the capital. Historical sites such as the Raknehaugen burial mound and open farmland give a sense of Viking-age landscape, while local fairs and markets highlight regional produce. It’s a practical stop for those who want countryside atmosphere within reach of urban transport links.

Top Things to Do in Kløfta

All Attractions ›

National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design

Norway's national museum for art, architecture, design

Museum

Oslo Opera House

Contemporary waterfront opera house with sloped roof

Theater

Munch Museum

Oslo museum housing extensive works by Edvard Munch

Museum

Akershus Fortress

Medieval fortress and royal mausoleum in Oslo

Castle

Royal Palace, Oslo

Official Norwegian royal residence overlooking Oslo's main avenue

Palace

Bislett Stadion

Historic Oslo stadium hosting athletics and events

Stadium

Oslo Cathedral

Main Lutheran cathedral in Oslo used for national services

Church

Ullevaal Stadion

Norwegian national football stadium and sports venue

Stadium

Don't Miss

Raknehaugen - Raknehaugen burial mound, Northern Europe's largest tumulus, offers visible ancient-earthwork remains on Ullensaker.
Kløfta Church (Kløfta kirke) - Kløfta Church features 19th-century architecture and serves as the town's main parish landmark.
Ullensaker Museum - Ullensaker Museum presents local farming history, wartime exhibits, and preserved traditional buildings.

Hidden Gems

Nordbytjernet - Nordbytjernet lake provides short walking loops and quiet birdwatching close to town center.
Trandumskogen memorial forest - Trandumskogen preserves wartime graves and offers a reflective woodland walk near Kløfta.
Jessheim Storsenter - Jessheim Storsenter is the nearest large shopping center with varied shops and cafés.

Day Trips

Oslo - Oslo city center, museums, and waterfront reachable by roughly thirty-minute train from Kløfta.
Eidsvollsbygningen (Eidsvoll Manor) - Historic manor where Norway's constitution was signed, a short drive from Kløfta.

Best Time to Visit Kløfta #

Kløfta is most appealing in summer (June-August) when days are long and warm for outdoor activities. Winters are cold and snowy, offering a different, crisp atmosphere for winter sports.

Winter

December - February · -8-0°C (18-32°F)

Cold, snowy months with short daylight - great for winter sports but dress very warmly.

Spring

March - May · 0-15°C (32-59°F)

Variable and rapidly warming; expect mud, budding trees, and increasingly pleasant outdoor opportunities.

Summer

June - August · 12-25°C (54-77°F)

Warm, long days ideal for hiking, cycling, and lakeside activities - my pick for visiting Kløfta.

Best Time to Visit Kløfta #

Climate

Kløfta's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (811 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit

MayJuneJuly

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

-31°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-5°

Feels Like Freezing

-5°C

Temperature

-8° – -2°

98%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.0

UV Index

Low

6.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-5°

Feels Like Freezing

-5°C

Temperature

-9° – -2°

98%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

40 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-5° – 3°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

57 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

-1° – 8°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

47 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

14.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

5° – 16°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.0

UV Index

Moderate

17.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

9° – 19°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

18.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

11° – 21°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

76 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

17.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

10° – 20°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

82 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

15.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

6° – 14°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

87 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Low

12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

94%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

92 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Freezing

0°C

Temperature

-3° – 2°

97%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

86 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.0

UV Index

Low

7.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-4°

Feels Like Freezing

-4°C

Temperature

-7° – -1°

97%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

61 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.0

UV Index

Low

5.5h daylight

How to Get to Kløfta

Kløfta is very accessible from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) and Oslo by rail or road. It has a local station on the main northbound corridor and benefits from regular regional train and bus connections.

By Air

Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL): The nearest major airport to Kløfta, located close to the Ullensaker area. From OSL you can reach Kløfta by taxi, local train or bus-travel time is typically 10-20 minutes by car or under 20 minutes by rail depending on service.

Oslo City airports: Older city airports no longer handle the main international traffic; Gardermoen is the main international gateway.

By Train & Bus

Train: Kløfta has its own station on Norway’s Trunk Line (Hovedbanen) and is served by Vy regional trains on routes north from Oslo (Oslo S → Dal/regions). Travel from Oslo Central Station to Kløfta typically takes around 20-30 minutes depending on service.

Bus: Local and regional buses (Ruter and Innlandet services) connect Kløfta with surrounding towns and with Oslo; buses are frequent for commuter flows and operate on zone fares integrated with regional ticketing systems.

How to Get Around Kløfta #

Kløfta is a compact town that’s easy to walk around, with local bus connections to nearby centres and Oslo. It sits close to major roads so driving or taxis are convenient for regional travel. Trains and regional buses provide links to larger towns and to Oslo Airport; check schedules in advance as services vary by time of day.

Where to Stay in Kløfta #

Budget

Kløfta centre / Gardermoen area - $50-110/night

Kløfta has a handful of budget guest rooms; many budget travellers prefer Gardermoen area hostel-style or airport hotels for reliable services and transport links.

Budget options near Gardermoen - Thon offers deals - Close to airport; shuttle access.
Local guest rooms & B&Bs - listings - Small local B&Bs and rental rooms.

Mid-Range

Gardermoen / Kløfta outskirts - $110-180/night

Mid-range options cluster around Gardermoen airport (a short drive). Good transport links to Oslo and easy parking for road travellers.

Thon Hotel Gardermoen - Modern rooms, airport shuttle available.
Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardermoen - Comfortable, convenient for flights.

Luxury

Gardermoen / Oslo nearby - $180+/night

Kløfta itself has no large luxury resorts; for high-end stays use Gardermoen or Oslo hotels, which provide superior dining, spas and conference facilities.

Nearby upscale country hotels - boutique options - Quiet rural luxury within short drive.
Higher-end Oslo/Gardermoen hotels - listings - Top services a short drive away.

Where to Eat in Kløfta #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Kløfta's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Burger

Pizza

Kebab

Pasta

Meat

Indian

Sandwich

Nightlife in Kløfta #

Kløfta’s nightlife is limited and largely local - small pubs and cafés serve as evening meeting spots rather than a wide bar or club scene. For more extensive nightlife, including clubs and live music, travel to nearby larger towns or Oslo.

Shopping in Kløfta #

Shopping in Kløfta consists mainly of local shops, grocery stores and small services for residents. For larger malls and a broader retail selection, nearby towns and Oslo are the main options. Expect everyday necessities locally, and travel outward for specialty stores and big-brand shopping.

Nearby Cities #