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While it’s true that summer is the peak time to visit, an autumn visit to Norway can be equally, if not more, rewarding. The view from Tjeldbergtind in Svolvær, Norway | Emmeli M  There are fewer tourists about during the fall, for starters. The woods and forests also look stunning in their autumn colours. And

Norway is packed with dramatic landscapes, from deep fjords and towering mountains to Arctic wilderness and vibrant cities. With so many incredible places to choose from, narrowing it down isn’t easy. But if you’re planning a trip, you have to start somewhere.Here are 17 of the best places to visit in Norway. Some of these

Get the Oslo Pass If you’re planning a trip to Oslo, you’ve probably come across the Oslo Pass (known locally as Oslopasset). This all-in-one sightseeing pass includes free entry to many of the city’s top museums and attractions, along with unlimited public transport in Oslo. The pass isn’t cheap, though, so is it actually worth

Scandinavian folk art is colourful, practical and closely tied to everyday life. Unlike fine art displayed in grand galleries, folk art in the Nordic countries grew out of rural traditions. Think decorating homes, tools and clothing with distinctive patterns and symbols.From painted wooden furniture in Sweden to intricate rosemaling in Norway and textile traditions across

One of the joys of visiting Norway is how dramatically the seasons change, each offering a completely different experience. From frozen fjords in winter to long, light-filled days in summer.Stretching over 1,000 miles from south to north, Norway has huge regional differences too, from the milder southern coast to Arctic conditions in places like Svalbard.