Norway’s limit of 27 years for drinking alcohol

Many nightlife venues are enforcing stricter age limits in Oslo. Some have set the limit at 27, while others enforce a 23-year-old age limit. La Belle in Frogner is notable for its 27-year old age restriction. The venue does not allow anyone under the age of 27 to enter or drink alcohol.

These changes are primarily intended to prevent disruptive behavior by drunk patrons who are legally allowed in the establishment, such as vomiting, fighting and property damage. This behaviour can also be annoying for older, more financially reliable clients. The new age restriction has resulted in a more pleasant atmosphere for staff and patrons.

Oslo District Court confirmed that an age restriction of 23 years for nightlife venues was not illegal. This ruling gives venues the legal backing to enforce higher age restrictions. Some venues have temporarily increased the age limit of their nightlife venues to 30 years old as part of a publicity stunt. But, under discrimination law, this is not legal.

Oslo nightclubs have been increasing the age limit to accommodate a more mature customer base, which could reduce incidents related to younger crowds.

The legal drinking age in Norway varies according to the type of alcohol. The minimum drinking age is 19 for beer, wine, fortified wine and other drinks with alcohol levels up to 22%. The minimum age for buying and drinking beer, wine and other beverages with alcohol content up to 22 percent (beer, wine and fortified wines) is 19.

These rules apply both to buying alcohol at shops and drinking in public places such as bars or restaurants. There is no age limit for drinking alcohol in private, but public health guidelines strongly discourage it.