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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.
5:20 a.m. - your eyes suddenly open. We set our alarm clock extra early and prepared everything the evening before. An unusual role reversal this morning, because Natascha is...
On Tuesday, June 13th, we took the slow route to Gothenburg. Using the Park4Night app, we searched for a suitable parking space. Just like in Malmö, many parking spaces seemed...
We now know where the word 'single' comes from. It must be a Scandinavian word. Single = free (or still available). The not yet full huts or campsites are marked accordingly. ...
The next morning we rub our eyes. It's cozy and warm under our blankets. But as soon as we leave the comfortable bed, it's quite chilly. Despite the continuously sunny weather,...
We get to know Norway and its vastness and are captivated. Traveling means being free, and driving here becomes flying. Yeah!
June 6th - June 7th, 2021 A frequently made hike is the path from Ulriken over Rundemånen to Fløyen or vice versa. In the summer, it is also a cool opportunity to do the tour at...
Tuesday, 6.9.16 Clouds and some sun, 18 degrees Celsius. The somewhat impersonal restaurant offers a good breakfast with a view of the cloudy fjord. I have already booked the...
Es war Ende April. Die Prüfungsperiode stand vor der Tür und bevor der Druck der näher rückenden Deadlines zu groß wurde, haben ich und drei weitere Studenten beschlossen einen...
Easter holidays in Bergen and at the Sognefjord.
One might think that quarantine is something annoying in every way. And depending on your point of view, I can agree. However, this perspective doesn't bring anything with it...
After an early morning train ride, I arrived in Trondheim around six thirty and was picked up by Mom at the train station. After a short nap to recover, the discovery tour...
1. Book a trip by bus where you have to change buses as often as possible and the transfer time is less than 5 minutes.2. Speak the local language poorly and choose bus drivers...
Exactly to the day, I have now been in Norway for five weeks. On Monday, I helped out at the library where they had a reading competition over the summer, and certificates were...
The wristband that shows that we are volunteers
Instead of taking the direct route to the Lofoten Islands, we decide to take a detour and head towards Andenes in the Vesterålen region. To shorten the journey, we take the ferry...
After a rocky night, today we will first sail through fjords and then drive up and down serpentine roads.
We dedicated the last day in Oslo to the Olympic site from 1952. A visit to Holmenkollen is definitely worth it. We cycle a few kilometers steadily uphill on the well-marked path....
The highlight of today's journey: We have reached our actual destination, Moss, at the Oslofjord. Thanks to favorable weather conditions, we arrived 2 days earlier than expected....
A day like in a picture book, an exceptionally good breakfast, the bikes charged in the underground garage. The weather is okay, the bike path is great. The first third is...
After spending the night at Comfort Hotel Tom Kilde, we headed to the Norway pier the next morning. The port area is vast, and so is our ferry. You really have to be careful not...
Today we had to rack up kilometers and drive away from the rain. We left the spectacular fjord region and set course for southern Norway. However, the day also held two important...
After yesterday's reindeer experience, we aimed for the Musk Ox (Musk Ox) today, as they are supposed to be found here in Dovrefjell. Interesting facts: Musk Oxen are not cattle....
As poor weather was forecasted today, we decided to take a drive to visit some tourist highlights. We started with the stave church in Røldal, the wooden structure is impressive...
Two days just for a break. We somehow needed it! We spontaneously decided to take a phone break and since we liked the peaceful camping, we stayed for a day. The camping is on a...
Last morning in Troms (the region around Tromsø). In the morning I packed my last things and was curious about the weight measurement at the airport for my bike - Davey was...
After a very cozy start to the day, I decided to become active again around 1:00 PM. I took my bike first to Grøtfjord for a small hike, and afterwards to Ersfjord for another...
You have to introduce yourselves: Dinner on the 3rd you stuff yourself with something, if there's too much space, then turn off the phone light and say: you have to be in your...
Departure, today is travel day again! So that we don't forget how beautiful it is, we're getting rain again this morning. And fog. And wind. Oh Bergen, it was really nice with...