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✈️How to get to Tons of Rock
Planning your trip to Tons of Rock? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL), about 38 km from the venue.
- Allow about 53 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Oslo (Gardermoen) or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Tons of Rock
Accommodation near the Tons of Rock site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Oslo (Gardermoen), the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Oslo (Gardermoen).
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Tons of Rock 2026 weather
Weather in Tons of Rock in June 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 42% of days
| 2025 | Drizzle | 22° / 13° | 3 rainy days |
| 2024 | Light drizzle | 22° / 13° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Rain | 24° / 14° | 1 rainy day |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near Tons of Rock
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Tons of Rock. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Oslo (Gardermoen) and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Tons of Rock: The Norwegian Metal Colossus
At the end of June, Norway pulses with the rhythm of Tons of Rock, one of Scandinavia's largest metal festivals. Featuring 28 artists, this gathering celebrates alternative metal, black metal, alternative rock, and many other extreme sounds in a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
The 2026 lineup brings together legends like ALICE COOPER, ANTHRAX, BRING ME THE HORIZON, and Black Label Society, alongside Nordic formations such as Audrey Horne, BABYMETAL, and APOCALYPTICA. This diversity illustrates the vitality of the Norwegian metal scene.
Beyond live performances, Tons of Rock offers spectacular scenography, themed spaces, Scandinavian cuisine, and a friendly atmosphere. Fans of acoustic rock, art rock, beatdown hardcore, and ambient also find their place in this eclectic programming.
For fans of extreme music and Nordic culture, Tons of Rock remains an essential pilgrimage. This Norwegian festival proves that Scandinavian metal continues to shine globally with excellence and passion.
