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Norway Travel Guide

Norway's fjord-riven coastline, sheer sided mountains and colourful villages are a real head-turner. In the summer, long days and pleasant temperatures invite independent exploration, while in winter it's all about activities by day and cosy cabins by night with chances of the aurora overhead. Our Norway travel guide offers tips of things to see and do as well as useful information for visitors.

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Getting around Norway

Perhaps the most famous way to explore Norway is along the coastal route and its popularity is for good reason but there are other ways to get around from free-spirited road trips to world-class rail journeys.

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    130 Years of Norway’s Historic Coastal Route

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    Guide to Travelling Norway by Train

    Norway is well known for its scenic railway journeys, with train tracks winding their way through incredible landscapes featuring imposing mountains, lush forests, and breathtaking waterfalls. In fact, sitting back and enjoying a rail journey is one of the most relaxing ways to take in this enchanting country.

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    Planning a Norway Road Trip Around the Fjords

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    A ride on the Flam Railway

    Norway's famous Flamsbana 'Corkscrew Railway' between Myrdal and Flam is one of the world's steepest, and most beautiful, train journeys – here's what Tom thought of the journey.

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Places to Visit

Norway is renowned for its spectacular and dramatic landscapes – comprising mountains, fjords and sweeping valleys. Here are just some of the wonderful places you can visit in Norway.

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    Your Guide to the Lofoten Islands

    Wild and untamed, The Lofoten Islands are known for distinctive landscapes, fishing heritage and picturesque villages full of character. Nestled in an archipelago high above the Arctic Circle, Lofoten is a wonderful place to explore, with a wide range of activities to suit those looking for something a bit different.

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    Your Guide to Discovering Bergen

    The charming city of Bergen is the second-largest city in Norway, yet it retains a small-town quirkiness full of captivating character. Known as “the Capital of Fjord Norway”, Bergen is a vibrant city full of activities that typify Norway’s unique culture.

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    Your Guide to Norway’s Magical Fjords

    Norway is known the world over for its breathtaking fjords. Formed over several ice ages by ancient glaciers, they are deep stretches of water surrounded by steep land formations. These peaceful vistas make for a truly incredible holiday destination.

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    Your Guide to Norway’s Natural Landscapes

    Norway is unique in its blend of natural landscapes. From imposing mountain peaks to majestic fjords, the scenery is immense and awe-inspiring. If you are planning on visiting Norway, you will likely want to know what to expect from the terrain. Here, we will look at a few key questions about the country’s natural landscapes and how to experience them properly.

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Things to do in Norway

There is so much to see and do in this charming country, from floating down the fjords on a kayak to scaling the many mountains on an amazing hike. Here are some of the wonderful things you can do in Norway

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    Top 10 Things to do in Norway

    Discover the best things to do in Norway and make the most of your holiday.

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    Your Guide to Hiking in Norway

    If you have questions about hiking in Norway, this guide will give you ample information to help you get to grips with it, including some of the most popular hiking destinations, like Trolltunga and Pulpit Rock.

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    Your Guide to Norwegian Culture

    Norway is a country that is closely connected to its history and cultural past. The country itself, with its magnificent fjords and ragged peaks, looks like something from an ancient tome and the deep link to a pioneering Viking past is seen in contemporary culture as well. In this article, we will delve into the Norwegian way of life, from daily habits to magical folklore.

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Practical Information

As well as the inspirational highlights, this guide offers useful information about the logistics of visiting and travelling around Norway.

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    Best Time to Visit Norway

    Norway is a year round destination, but here you can find out the best time to visit for self drives, bird-watching, activities, northern lights viewing and more!

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    Car Rental in Norway

    We use the services of Europcar and Avis Car Rental for vehicle hire in Norway.

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    Getting to Norway

    Flights to Norway normally operate via the capital Oslo with onward flights to regional airports.

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    Your Guide to the Must-See Parts of Norway

    Norway has been drawing in visitors for many years due to its breathtaking landscapes and its rich and varied culture. If you are planning a trip to Norway we’ve put together this guide to help you get the most out of your visit. Here, we’ll look at some of the key places to visit and the activities you can take part in.

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