Reopening of Hovinbekken at Jordal

Pond (Retention pond)

Biodiversity

Water Playgrounds - Urban Area

Awareness

Physical Activity, Playing and Meeting

Nature-based Solutions (large scale)

Park (Urban Green)

Restoration waterways

Eco-friendly (water) banks

Created at: 06 Jan 2026

Description

When Hovinbekken was reopened through Ensjø, it laid the foundation for reopening the stream further downstream at Jordal. The project was coordinated with the development of the new Jordal Amfi and Jordal Sports Park, allowing the stream solution to be integrated into the overall area. The open stream adds a distinct landscape element with trickling water and lush vegetation, giving the area a more natural and vibrant character. At the same time, emphasis has been placed on stormwater management: the stream is designed to retain and delay both stream water and rainwater from surrounding areas. The stream at Jordal was reopened in autumn 2020.

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Nanco Dolman

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Hovinbekken_Reopening stream at Jordal_EN.pdf

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