You don’t need to travel far from Oslo to be immersed in unspoilt nature. And Norway’s good public transport system means that it’s easy to get out of the city on a day trip. Sognsvann / Sean Hayford O’Leary (CC) So whether you fancy wild-swimming in a waterfall, island-hopping in the Oslofjord or exploring a […]
Often called the world’s most beautiful car journey, Norway’s Atlantic Road is the ultimate Scandinavian road trip. The route snakes across rocky islets and soaring bridges – with views of the wild ocean and craggy mountains most of the way. This road over the sea encompasses eight dramatic bridges that link the islands and islets
Travelling between Stockholm in Sweden and Oslo in Norway is pretty straightforward. The two capital cities lie just 326 miles apart, and although you’re crossing a country border, it’s an easy journey. In fact, it’s quicker to travel between the two cities than it is to get from Oslo to Norway’s second city, Bergen, or
Embarking on a train journey might seem ordinary. Yet, when that journey unravels the pristine landscapes of Norway, culminating beyond the Arctic Circle, it transforms into an otherworldly experience. The Nordland Railway, often celebrated for its scenic brilliance, promises more than just vistas in winter. It’s a voyage where every chug of the engine and
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
Staying at a hotel in Oslo certainly isn’t cheap, so if you want to keep costs down you might want to crash at a hostel instead. The hostelling scene in Oslo isn’t as developed as in Stockholm or Copenhagen, but there are still some good options that are clean, comfortable and – most importantly – friendly
