Norway’s scenic routes (Nasjonale turistveger) are designed to showcase some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes. These 18 officially designated drives take you away from the main highways and into fjords, mountains and remote coastal regions, with carefully designed viewpoints and rest stops along the way.More than just road trips, these routes combine dramatic scenery […]
Camping in some of the world’s most dramatic terrain is one of the best things about a trip to Norway. And the bonus: it keeps costs down in what is otherwise an expensive country to travel around. In this guide you’ll learn everything you need to know about camping in Norway! Do campspots get better
The highest mainline railway in Northern Europe, the scenic rail journey from Bergen to Flåm is one of the highlights of a visit to Norway – and a great way to get a taste of the fjords. Flickr: Kenny Louie The first part of the journey, on the main Bergen to Oslo line, skims past
Winter can be a lovely season to visit Oslo. The low winter sun gives a unique perspective to the contemporary architecture on the city’s waterfront, including the Opera House with its sloping white roofs, and She Lies, the glass-and-steel sail-like sculpture by Monica Bonvicini in the middle of the fjord. Pic: Atlas Obscura You can
Going local to view Norway’s stunning scenery Fantastic fjords, magical mountainscapes and eye-watering prices may be leap to mind when you think of Norway. But there’s way more to this fascinating country than simply stunning scenery. Pic: enriquelopezgarre (CC) We’ve consulted locals and long-time residents about what they think you should know before visiting one
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