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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.
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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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No rain, no gain! Norway Day 16
According to various weather forecasts, it was reported to be dry from 11 AM, so we relaxed a bit before heading to Storhornet on Godøya.
Travel Day - Welcome back to Sogndal
If you know things work, why not do them again? We are slowly making our way back and decided we want to visit two campsites where we felt particularly comfortable last time. So...
Relaxation, midnight sun on Senja, and an afternoon on Sommerøy
After a very relaxing morning (with a hearty breakfast, nice conversations with Davey and Sawa, and time to read and draw), I spontaneously decided to turn night into day (or...
Day 5 - Cycling and hiking (almost) to Ullstinden
The early bird catches the worm...or something like that? Anyway, I woke up early and took advantage of the good weather to go for a hike 35km away. The path there was
to the North Cape (and beyond!)
Fr. 07.07.2023 Nach dem sonnigen warmen Wetter am Vortag war es heute wieder etwas wechselhafter. Da wir erst gerade frisch geduscht hatten, wollten wir nicht schon wieder eine...
Cabin fever and sushi coma
The new semester has started with a bang in Trondheim, and the past few weeks have been filled with activities. The COVID situation allows for more activities this semester...
Experiences and farewells during summer break
civil twilight", and "nautical twilight" (these terms describe how many degrees the sun is below the horizon). In mid-August, "astronomical twilight" will be added before the...
Wood, rope and saltwater
At the end of May, a student wrote in the large WhatsApp group of exchange students. She and her group of friends had met a captain on a road trip to Bergen, who, as it turned...
Familiar but different + Cabintrip 2.0
As I stroll through a CoopExtra supermarket, I notice that it feels just like wandering through my local Rewe or Edeka. Apart from the prices and the ubiquitous question of...
Trip to Taagaabu and the beginning of spring
There is a lot going on here. The new physical and social environment promotes the ability to open up to new people. And what these people have to say! According to the...
From milk fat and wet feet
Almost three weeks have passed and it's time for a little update. Bananas have been replaced by some more reliable sources of nutrition. Noodles, noodles with tomato sauce,...
Welcome to Oslo
Today we explored Oslo with the hop on hop off bus. Before departure, we visited the Royal Square. The royal palace with its park is an impressive but by no means ostentatious...
From Arendal - Kragergo
After a week, we're taking the ferry again today. Our destination for the day was Risor, a wonderful little town with a very special atmosphere. In which...
King stage from Egersund - Flekkefjord
Once again today, perfect weather and many attractions. Such amazing fjords that we simply can't get enough of. The sun reflects on the water, making the many mountain lakes...
Visit to Bergen - Cycling Tour - Fitjar
After arriving at the Strandkai Terminal in Bergen, we quickly cycled to our hotel Klosterhagen. Thanks to Komoot, we find our intended destinations very quickly. We soon decide...
Nordkap (23. Juni) / North Cape (June 23)
Yesterday was another sea day on the schedule – and we bravely endured it in the most pleasant way possible: with excellent food, delicious cocktails, and even a touch of culture...
Day 12: Farewell in the Fog, Harbor Chaos & the 100-Euro Night on Værøy
Today was the day to say goodbye to the classic Lofoten. The destination: The remote island Værøy, far out in the sea.
Day 7: Arctic Heatwave, Glacier Hike, and the Tunnel Marathon
Today we said goodbye to the island of Magerøya. The compass is pointing south again. Our daily destination was in the Tromsø region, specifically inland along the...
#3/6 - AIDAnova - Ålesund
The sun was practically shining into our cabin, waking us up on Tuesday morning 😃. The weather was wonderful and invited us to go on excursions. This time, we booked a ho
#2/6 - AIDAnova - Bergen
From Mount Ulriken
Sirevåg Norway Day 23
Hello Stavanger... We waved at you from afar. The nightly search for parking made it clear that this city is not suitable for visits with motorhomes. The parking spots are very...
Norway Day 19
After saying goodbye to the Geirangerfjord, we first looked for a breakfast spot on the Geirangervegen and found one at 'Parking du Glacier' with a view of the Skjerdingdalsbreen....
Bud Norway Day 13
Due to the washing day announced yesterday and the increasingly bad stormy weather, we have scheduled a rest day in Bud (https://park4night.com/de/lieu/278718/open/).
Catch the boat on time.
Left very early this morning (4:30 AM) to arrive in Kiel on time for our boat to Gothenburg, which departed at 6:45 PM. This time we planned some extra hours as a buffer because...
Reine, Nusfjord, Vikbeach-Haucklandstranda, Henningsvaer
Stop Reine We enjoyed a coffee and a chai latte in front of the Reine mountain. It was really nice and a super cozy café where we could also have breakfast. Everyone is so...
Lofoten
About a 4-hour drive until we reach the end of Lofoten. Our destination was in Lofoten. With so many beautiful and breathtaking places, we simply had to stop very often. It...
Offersøy
Naja, what can I say🤔 Lexi really messed up. Twice booked the wrong camping site - to defend herself, the homepage had an incorrect link☝🏻 Luckily Sue noticed, otherwise we...
Tromso, view from Fjellheisen and the 9° cold fjord
After a leisurely morning of reading, sorting pictures, and simply enjoying, Davey joined me. We laughed a lot and quickly decided to bake the cinnamon rolls I promised today....
Flåmsbana - or what we didn't need
Coffee and extensive breakfast with yoghurt and banana. Let's go into the shower. As nice as the pitch is, we are pretty spoiled when it comes to the sanitary facilities and...