Østensjø

Bydel Østensjø
District

Coat of arms
Coordinates: 59°53′20″N 10°50′01″E / 59.88889°N 10.83361°E / 59.88889; 10.83361Coordinates: 59°53′20″N 10°50′01″E / 59.88889°N 10.83361°E / 59.88889; 10.83361
Country Norway
City Oslo
Area
  Total 12.24 km2 (4.73 sq mi)
Population (2004)
  Total 42,305
  Density 3,500/km2 (9,000/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
ISO 3166 code NO-030113
Website bydel-ostensjo.oslo.kommune.no

Østensjø ([²øsːtn̩ʂøː] ( listen)) is a district of the city of Oslo, Norway.

The district is in the southeastern part of Oslo. It is well known for its proximity to the forested area of Østmarka, a popular resort and hiking area for the citizens of Oslo and Lørenskog. Østensjø consists of the suburbs of Bøler, Oppsal and Manglerud, all located around Lake Østensjøvannet. The Østensjøvannet area has been a protected wildlife reserve since 1992.

Østensjø has traditionally been a white middle and working class district.

The club IL Manglerud Star which is known for ice hockey and football is located here.

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