Overview

The Blitz building was occupied by left-wing youth in 1981, and is still a center for alternative, left-wing activity in Oslo. Famous painter Edvard Munch lived in this building for a couple of years, and it is easily recognizable by the black-and-white mural of the Scream (Skrik) that covers the south wall. Today, most people have learned to accept Blitz's existence in the city. Blitz usually offers one or two concerts a week, covering everything that is considered part of the underground music movement. Try the waffles in the café, they are homemade, and the best you can get in the way of traditional Norwegian waffles anywhere. The café also serves vegetarian dishes at very reasonable prices.