Drammen is a city of Norway.
Drammen is located in Norway, part of Europe. Find essential geography and continue exploring more places in the same country.
Source: Statistisk sentralbyrå (tabell 04859). Population figures can use different geographic boundaries and should be read together with “Figure applies to”.
Drammen stretches along both sides of the Drammen River west of Oslo. Former industrial areas have become promenades, parks and meeting places.
Drammen has a recorded population of 126,230. The figure applies to Drammen and is dated January 1, 2026.
Bragernes lies north of the river with the main square, while Strømsø surrounds the railway station. The riverside promenade links them.
The Spiralen tunnel and views from Bragernesåsen are well known. Ypsilon Bridge, Drammen Museum and the river walk show different sides of the city.
Spring to autumn suits the riverside and hills. Winter brings shorter days, but the centre and cultural venues remain accessible year-round.
Trains provide fast links to Oslo and Eastern Norway. The centre is walkable, and local buses cover the valley sides.
Drammen has a recorded population of 126,230. The figure applies to Drammen and is dated January 1, 2026.
Drammen is in Norway.
One or two days are usually enough for the centre, river and a viewpoint.
Yes. Hills on both sides of the valley provide trails and views close to the centre.