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For the island in the Antarctic, see Nesøya (Antarctica).
Nesøya is a small island in the municipality Asker, Norway. It is linked to the mainland via a bridge.
The island is known for having a number of celebrities and members of the Norwegian financial elite among its residents.
Much of the eastern part of the island is a nature reserve.
2009 attack
Main article: 2009 Oslo shootingOn May 11, 2009 at least three people were killed after a shooting outside the Norwegian capital Oslo in the suburb of Nesøya.[1]
59°52′12″N 10°31′23″E / 59.869985°N 10.523057°E
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External links
Categories:- Islands of Akershus
- Asker
- Akershus geography stubs
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