Frognerbadet, also known in English as Frogner Open-Air Public Bath, is an outdoor swimming complex in Oslo next to Frogner Park. Opened in 1956, it is known for its two 50-metre pools, diving facilities, and long association with summer bathing and competitive swimming in the city.
Frognerbadet appears in Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026). The series was filmed extensively across Oslo, and Frognerbadet is among the locations specifically identified in connection with the production.
In Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026), Frognerbadet is used in the scene where Harry Hole helps Oleg overcome his fear of jumping from a great height into the pool. The location fits the sequence well because Frognerbadet is one of Oslo’s best-known open-air swimming and diving venues.
Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026)
Jo Nesbo’s Detective Hole
Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole is very closely tied to Oslo, and the city appears to have been used as a real dramatic environment rather than just a generic Scandinavian backdrop.
Majorstuen Station
Majorstuen Station appears in Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026), the Netflix adaptation of Nesbø’s Harry Hole universe, which was filmed extensively in Oslo.
Vigeland Sculpture Park
Vigeland Sculpture Park appears in Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole, The Snowman, Himmel og helvete, Oslo, 31. august, Elling, and many more.
Lars Lillo-Stenberg House
Lars Lillo-Stenberg House is a private villa in Frogner, Oslo, known for its dragestil architecture. The house appears in Sentimental Value (2025).
Behrens’ gate 5
In Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026), Behrens’ gate 5 is used for the scenes at Camilla Loen’s apartment, where she is found murdered.
Lorry
Restaurant Lorry appears in Sentimental Value (2025). The restaurant is used as one of the film’s Oslo locations and forms part of its city setting.
Wilhelms gate Steps
Wilhelms gate Steps appears in The Worst Person in the World (2021). The stairway is used in one of the film’s Oslo street sequences.
Louises gate
Louises gate appears in The Worst Person in the World (2021), where it is used in one of the film scenes. It is also the location used for the poster image
Restaurant Schrøder
Restaurant Schrøder appears in Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole (2026) and The Snowman (2017). In both productions, the restaurant is used in by Harry Hole.
St. Hanshaugen Park
St. Hanshaugen Park is a frequent filming location for Norwegian and international productions due to its elevated views and classic landscape.
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