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Vacation in Norway : Highlights & Travel Tips

Norway is a destination that feels both dramatic and deeply peaceful, drawing travelers with its towering fjords, glacier-fed landscapes, colorful coastal towns, and a strong connection to nature. What makes it especially memorable is the variety packed into one country: you can cruise through narrow fjords, ride scenic railways, explore modern cities like Oslo and Bergen, and, depending on the season, experience either the midnight sun or the northern lights. The country’s clean design, outdoor culture, and excellent infrastructure make it appealing for travelers who want both adventure and comfort.

Key highlights include sailing the Geirangerfjord or Nærøyfjord, driving spectacular routes such as Trollstigen, hiking to iconic viewpoints like Preikestolen, and visiting Arctic regions such as Tromsø or the Lofoten Islands for wildlife and winter experiences. In summer, long daylight hours are ideal for road trips, hiking, and kayaking, while winter brings snow sports and aurora viewing. Practical tips: Norway is expensive, so budget carefully for food, transport, and accommodation; book trains, ferries, and popular summer stays well in advance; and pack in layers, as weather can shift quickly even in warmer months. Public transportation is reliable, but renting a car can be the best way to explore remote scenic areas.

Best time to travel Norway

The best time to visit Norway is from June through August, when travel popularity peaks and conditions are best for fjord cruises, hiking, scenic road trips, and long daylight hours. July and August are especially popular, while September can be a great shoulder-season option for fewer crowds with still-beautiful scenery.

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Out again

Yesterday, the small boat was used for a little outing. However, as soon as we headed towards the open sea, the small waves somehow seemed threateningly high. It feels different...

Day 07 - Return from Kinnarodden to Mehamn

On the morning of the third day we woke up to rain, luckily only lightly and not for long. But that meant we had to take down the tents while they were still wet. There was also...

Very hot

Today we stayed in the same place again. Sunshine was announced for the entire day. After a finally useful night, Moritz and Emil went fishing with a boy from Annaberg until 1...

Day 02 - Kirkenes to Vardø

After checking the weather for the upcoming days today, we planned the following day trips. In the morning, a small event was initially on the program, but unfortunately the...

On the Hurtigruten 2

We've seen a lot in the meantime... On Sunday we stayed in Stavanger . A walk through the old town with many, many white houses, then strolled through the city, which is...

Risør - Attack of the Killer Seagulls

Since we were ahead of schedule, we made a stopover in Risør, the "white city on the Skagerrak". Close to the center, a beautifully laid out parking space, which costs a...

Loen Skylift and onwards to Hellesylt

Today we took the Skylift up over 1,000m to Mt. Hoven 🏔️. Since I could already see the snow from below, I quickly dug out my thick winter jacket - completely unnecessary, as I...

Fjord cruise - Lysefjord and Preikestolen for the lazy :)

Today we went on a boat tour 🛳️. It lasted for 3 hours in the Lysefjord. When we boarded, we noticed two men and a woman with professional camera equipment and a microphone. An...

Trondheim

After more than 20°C in Oslo, we have now arrived in Trondheim with Nordic temperatures. Currently, we are experiencing temperatures between 11 and 13°C! Juliane has already...

Urnes Stave Church

It was 10:00 again when Anita and Julius woke up. We slowly got up and going. A quick trip to the toilet, prepare breakfast, eat breakfast, tidy up, and clean the motorhome....

Masfjordnes

On our way to Bergen, we make a small stopover. Despite Maria's seasickness, we have to take two ferry rides today. Thanks to travel medication, this is somewhat bearable. We...

4th day Part 2

A challenge in the mountains.

Stairs, Eider ducks and women

The sun found us again and woke us up from bed with its gentle rays. We rushed to get up, as you never know what it will be like in a few hours. The island of Vega is known for...

Petter Dass and the Sea

The weather is slowly improving. There is hardly any rain anymore, but the wind remains strong and with cloudy skies it is around 13°C. But the children don't mind. Konstantin...

From fishing villages, football fields, and Vikings(women)

We continued on the E10, the international highway - which rather resembles a local road in the most remote corner of a monastery - along the Lofoten Islands. First, we drove in...

Ålesund

We watched the AIDA docking in Geiranger and then drove leisurely over the mountain pass to Ålesund. We found an overnight spot near a historic bridge. However, it was quite...

Oslo and the first impressions from Norway

We are finally in Norway. To our surprise, we crossed the border without any complications. And we already had the first beautiful pitch at Oslo Canal. You were allowed to stay...

Norway's Must-See Number 2: Trolltunga

Trolltunga and Ringedalsvatnet

Kristiansand and Flekkefjord - Here comes the sun

On the morning of June 28, 2022, we wake up and ta-dah, the sun is shining again! So off to Kristiansand. Most people arrive here by ferry and quickly continue on. However, we...

Norway Beitostolen towards Geiranger

In Norway, we continued from the Strandheim campsite towards Beitostolen. We had originally planned to do the hiking trail Knutshøe, but it is not recommended after so much rain...

Angeltrip and Svolvaer

At seven o'clock, it was time for phil to go out to sea. The girls kept sleeping. After a nice shower and a walk, we picked up phil from the ship. A total of 8 fish were caught....

The Ulriken Mountain

Yes, this Ulriken Mountain. Ulriken is the highest of the seven mountains surrounding the center of the Norwegian city of Bergen. The summit is 643 meters above sea level and...

Excursions in the surrounding area (04.05.- 30.05.2021)

Exam After the rainy canoe trip, it was time to study for the oral theory exam. Since our teacher had uploaded 6 presentations 5 days before, I had to work through them first....

Semester end

On Wednesday, we finally had the exam behind us and had more time to go out or socialize again. On Saturday morning, we hiked up the Løvstakken again and completed a few more...

Berlin - Trondheim

Thursday 1.9.16 With Norwegian it's super punctual at 14.00h to Trondheim. The machine is about 70% occupied and I have the seat next to me free. Free WLAN on board works...

Excavator, Concrete, Heated toilets

We have left Alta behind us and with a newly improved wheel bearing, we are taking one last scenic route before reaching the North Cape. #Havøysund awaits us with a strange...

Lyngen and fresh air.

Always northwards, southwards... Well, eventually we have to go back. Unfortunately. It's getting colder here and we will notice it more with every kilometer we drive. But that...

NORWAY 2019 - Part 2: The Norway-In-A-Nutshell Tour

In the second part of this photo series, I want to introduce my dear readers to an adventurous and exciting tour...

Soaking up the sun

Our last summer day! We use it to drive to Tromsø. The most significant city north of the Arctic Circle (at least in Norway, maybe also in Scandinavia). The largest city in...

The long journey to Mordor

These days... The fly by us leaving so many impressions and beautiful moments that we can hardly find peace. Senja We are constantly heading north and it feels like we are...