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Experience the fantastic view over the Geirangerfjord from Ørnesvingen, Norway Photo: C H/Innovation Norway
Let the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord and its surroundings dazzle you with stunning nature. Photo: C H/Innovation Norway
Norway is the only country in Northern Europe with wooden churches, called stave churches, from the Middle Ages still intact. Photo: Heddal Stave Church
The former mining town of Røros is simply unique - a modern community, in which people live and work right in the middle of an UNESCO Heritage Site. Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic life/Innovation Norway
Experience this dramatic UNESCO-protected fjord from a boat or kayak, or by walking in the surrounding mountains and green valleys. Photo: Frithjof Fure
Autumn means harvest time along the Hardangerfjord. Make sure you try some tasty apples. Photo: Paal Audestad/Fjord Tours
The Geirangerfjord is visited by 150 - 200 cruise ships and more than 700,000 tourists each year. Photo: Terje Rakke

About Norway

Norway has a population of about 4.9 million and covers an area of 385,155 square kilometres. The official Head of State is King Harald V.

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Experience the fantastic view over the Geirangerfjord from Ørnesvingen, Norway - Photo: C H/Innovation Norway

About Norway

Norway has a population of about 4.9 million and covers an area of 385,155 square kilometres. The official Head of State is King Harald V.

About Norway

Source: Visitnorway

About Norway

Travel facts and tips

Customs and regulations, the best times to travel, passport and visa requirements, currency and prices and more practical travel information.

Facts about Norway

Norway is known for nature attractions like fjords, mountains and midnight sun, and is easily accessible by plane from most European countries.

Nature attractions

There are mountains plunging into the sea from hundreds of metres, fjords, tall mountain peaks, northern lights and midnight sun.

History and tradition

Travel back in time and learn about Norway’s rich heritage, including Vikings and the Sami.

Seasons and climate in Norway

Because of the Gulf Stream, Norway has a friendlier climate than the latitude indicates.

Arts and culture

There are three languages in Norway. The Sami represent the oldest cultures in the country.

Safety first

Norway is a safe travel destination, but you should always follow these safety tips when you explore the country.

Norway on a budget

Travelling in Norway can be done on an affordable budget. Find suggestions on cheap accommodation, activities and means of transportation.

Green travel

We have made it easier for you to travel green. Find the most environmentally friendly hotels and activities in Norway.

The Nobel Peace Center

The Norwegian capital is home to the Nobel Peace Center. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo every year.

Watch films from Norway

Stories for life

Travel to Norway with Eastenders actor David Spinx and see him experience things he never could have dreamt of. Watch the 12 films.

Films: See you in Norway

"Seeyouinnorway" - more than 50 films with exciting world class adventures and experiences in Northern Norway.

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