Oslo moves mountains of snow for its residents to enjoy skiing
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It is said that the Norwegians are born with sledges on their feet, but the scarcity of snowfall and the "Covid-19" epidemic almost dampened their passion for skiing this year, prompting the authorities to allocate rinks and paths in parks in the heart of Oslo for this purpose.
In recent weeks, several trucks have been dumped over areas that, despite the advent of winter, were covered with green grass, hundreds of cubic meters of "white gold" produced by snow cannons on the hills surrounding the capital.
Snow blocks that were flattened and carved into soles have turned into a playground for lovers of various winter sports and skiing in its forms for all ages: young children on a trip with the kindergarten, retired people full of activity, or even employees resting during a remote work day.
Municipal council member Omar Sami Jamal said: “For three months, Oslo has been subject to very strict health measures (to contain Covid), but we can still go out,” while a vehicle with iron chains was busy behind him forming a slope on the ice in Torshovdalen Park.
"Since winter did not bring us much snow, we made sure to bring it to the people."
We brought them a little marca close to their homes. ”
But what is the Marka? .. It is those wooded hills that overlook the city and which people visit to breathe fresh air on foot or on sledges after work or during the weekend.
The fall of the first snowflakes at the start of the year resulted in a chaotic scramble to the hills in long lines of cars, or, what is more dangerous in these times of pandemic, to congestion trains.
"We don't want people to get crowded," said the city council member.
We want them to distance themselves from each other, and the best way to achieve this is to take advantage of public spaces within the city. ”
Thus, four parks in Oslo - including the Royal Palace Garden - or will be partially covered - have been sprayed with artificial snow for the eyes of skiers.
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