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Winter without skis
You don't have to ski to enjoy a winter holiday in Norway. Try ice skating, ice climbing or dog sledding under the northern lights for example.
Go skating outdoors in the middle of Oslo, or on a frozen lake or river in the countryside.
See the northern lights, join a killer whale safari, experience the Lofoten Fishery or go skiing in Narvik.
If you want to experience the genuine atmosphere of the many fishing villages, you should visit Lofoten outside of the hectic summer season.
Hiking on Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, glacier walking on Folgefonna and fjord cruises are popular ways of experiencing this region of contrast.
Go dog sledding, reindeer sledding or skiing on the rugged Finnmark plain. At night, wonder at the northern lights dancing above your head.
Go bird-watching, join a king crab safari, discover Sami culture, try dog sledging or get your adrenaline pumping exploring Finnmark on a snow mobile.
While Kristiansand itself receives little snow in winter, skiing is possible only a few kilometres from the coast. Ice skating is another option.
Norefjell, only a 90-minute drive from Oslo, is the high mountain area closest to the Norwegian capital. It also boasts Scandinavia's highest drop.
Wake up with a fjord view and go skiing in the mountains. Some of the best snow conditions in Norway are only minutes away from the Sognefjord.
Skeikampen is a family-friendly ski resort located just three hours from Oslo and 35 minutes from Lillehammer.
Go skating in Drammen City Centre, try cross-country skiing in the Finnemarka Forest, or go snowboarding at Drammen Ski Centre.
In winter you can combine urban life with skiing or ice skating just outside Sandefjord.
While Kristiansand itself receives little snow in winter, skiing is possible only a few kilometres from the coast. Ice skating is another option.
Winter in Arendal Region is beautiful, and there is a calm atmosphere for you to enjoy.
Høve Støtt offers ice climbing, snowshoeing, ice fishing and kick-sledding in wild nature. They can also take you to the Ice Music Festival in Geilo.
When the weather permits, there are great opportunities for cross-country skiing, sledging and skating in Indre Østfold.
Winter is the time for some excellent cross-country skiing near Bergen, and there are fantastic downhill slopes for those looking for action.
Jotunheimen offers cross-country skiing, alpine skiing and experiences in the snow without skis.
The Ofotfjord is the perfect location for fishing. For those who love mountaineering, Narvik is surrounding by fantastic mountains.
Try alpine skiing and snowboarding at Vrådal Panorama Ski Centre, or cross-country skiing in the surrounding mountains.