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Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.

Norway’s main destinations include everything from the urban vibe of Oslo to the wide views at The North Cape.

Main Cities & Places – Oslo – Bergen – Trondheim – Flåm – The Lofoten Islands – Tromsø – The Stavanger region – The Ålesund and Sunnmøre area – Bodø

In Fjord Norway you’ll find everything from desolate skerries to some of Norway’s largest cities. A short drive is all it takes to go from urban life to quiet countryside or prime wilderness.

Most Popular Destinations in Fjord Norway – Bergen – The Geirangerfjord area – Flåm – The Ålesund and Sunnmøre area – The Stavanger region – Ryfylke – The Sognefjord area – Northwest – Voss – The Hardangerfjord region

Eastern Norway ambitious architects and young chefs are taking Oslo to new heights. If that doesn’t make you dizzy enough, try hiking to Galdhøpiggen, Norway’s highest peak at 2469 metres above sea level.

Most popular destinations in Eastern Norway – Oslo – The Lillehammer region – The Jotunheimen mountains – Geilo – Trysil – Fredrikstad – Rondane National Park – The Gudbrandsdalen valley – Telemark – Rjukan

Northern Norway is by far the largest and most sparsely populated part of mainland Norway, and covers more than a third of the country. It stretches from the idyllic Helgeland region in the south, to mainland Europe’s northernmost point, near the North Cape.

Most popular destinations in Northern Norway – The Lofoten Islands – Tromsø – Bodø – The North Cape – Land of the Sami – Alta – The Lyngenfjord region – Helgeland – Narvik – Vesterålen

In Southern Norway experience Norwegian culture with hiking, skiing, fishing, museums and events. The southern part of Norway is also known for the amazing coastline with boating and bathing opportunities.

Most popular destinations in Southern Norway – Kristiansand – Arendal – Setesdal – Farsund and Lista – Lillesand – Flekkefjord – Risør – Grimstad – The Lindesnes region – Lyngdal

Trøndelag Rooted in Norwegian traditions in the middle of Norway, Trøndelag is a perfect base for experiencing nature, culture and Norway’s exciting history.

Most popular destinations in Trøndelag – Trondheim – Røros – Hitra, Frøya & Fosen – Kystriksveien – the coastal route

Due to the temperate waters of the Gulf Stream, Norway has a much milder climate than other parts of the world at the same latitude, such as Alaska, Greenland, and Siberia. The coldest areas in the winter are often inland or far to the north.

The climate in Norway varies a lot from country part to country part, and there can be large variations within the separate regions as well. But in general, the coastal areas usually have relatively mild winters (still with snow and great skiing conditions in the mountains, though), whilst the inland parts have cold winters with plenty of snow, and hot and dry summers.

Southern Norway is considered a summer island paradise, whilst Fjord Norway is maybe at its most beautiful in spring, when the fruit trees are blossoming. Not to mention Northern Norway, where you can get extremely cold temperatures in the winter, whilst the sun is up all night long in the summertime.



Video courtesy of Visit Norway Tourism

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