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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.
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.
Since we apparently caught a little cold last night during the Northern Lights, we are taking a day off today to recharge our batteries. We will be back tomorrow when we are in...
To those who expect a travel report of my 3-month backpacking and skiing journey through Norway - I have to disappoint you. I stay in one place from the first to the last day,...
We have found a few times that nature looks like in Canada, the USA, Switzerland, or even Africa. At this campsite by the lake, we realized that it really resembles Canada the...
We made it 🎉 After the westernmost point in Portugal we have now arrived at the northernmost point of mainland Europe: we are at Nordkapp ✨ We were accompanied en masse by...
We spent the last two nights near Harstad at an absolutely fantastic place. Originally, we only wanted to stay for one night, but we couldn't tear ourselves away from the direct...
Our Lofoten experience continues and has led us to the north on Andøya 😊⛰️ Here, the Puffin Safari in Bleik is particularly well-known. Unfortunately, our tour had to be...
This morning we left our little forest spot and drove to the first town, Henningsvær. We strolled through the streets and let ourselves drift a bit. Then we continued to Svolvær...
Today we drove to the first beach (Ramberg) after breakfast in light drizzle. The good thing about the weather: we had the beach almost to ourselves ☺️ The water was clear again...
We made it to the nearest national park yesterday and found a spot by the lake in sunny weather. Before we could finally cook and enjoy the evening after the drive, we tried to...
On Monday, we had planned a long day of driving further north. 🚐💨 Lucky for us! Because in southern Norway and Sweden, the largest storms in 25 years were reported that day....
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A day in Bergen
Stage 80: Sönstevatn - Mountain road to Sauda: Beautiful routes, partly on old country roads due to tunnel closure - unfortunately in fog for a longer time....
Stage 44: Ytre Leirpollen - Landesfjorden, on Laksefjorden: fjords, beaches, sun, vastness... the days blur, where was what?
42nd Stage: Hammerfest - Porsanger, near Havoysund (Selvika Rest area): We are amazed at how the landscape keeps changing - with our current location, we have reached another...
Stage 15: Sonfjället National Park, Sweden - Oysand Camping, Melhus, Norway: The fuel was about 30 cents cheaper than in Sweden - but it's more complicated to get a prepaid SIM...
Partly cloudy, partly rain Due to the weather, we spend the morning in our cozy apartment, planning the next destinations, searching for reasonably priced accommodations (under...
Cloudy, occasional sun, rain in the evening Today is a car-free day, we are taking a round tour with the bikes, starting with the old part of the Vik town with beautiful wooden...
Finally this morning, the long-awaited weather change. That meant a day off at the beach for us... And in the evening, the self-caught fish... Yummy!
After sleeping in, having another meal and getting food, we headed to the train around noon. There isn't much to say here, as we spent a total of 15 hours traveling to...
Train journey from Bergen to Oslo
Since the selection of accommodation options in Oslo is rather limited and we want to avoid driving to places in vain again, we decide to drive to a small campsite about 50km...
Stage 39: Skiervoy - Navit: The day started with rain and fog - the sun came out around noon. The landscape is changing again, the mountains are less high, the valleys and...
Day 22: The night was very windy, we were rocked to sleep. We decided to spend a 3rd day here. The battery is still half full, even though we're not getting much from the solar...
Today again all day sunshine In Sæbø we take advantage of the beautiful weather to take a few photos. Even as we drive past Kvistaddal, we take more photos of the jagged...
June 25, 2020
So what should I write? My luck has left me, or rather the luck of the caravan 😭 and that at Km.6653 The wheel bearing has given up its service and therefore a wheel wanted to...
The journey continues! 🚐💨 On the way to the impressive Vøringfossen, we also came across other great waterfalls that could be viewed from above and below. Another highlight...
What could be better to start the day than a bath in a beautiful river like the Odda? Nothing! But admittedly, the bath was quite short due to the temperature. I was wide awake!...
57th day, closed day in Hamningberg: in the morning dense fog, then sun - we stay in Hamningberg.