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Dørålseter in the Rondane National Park, Norway Photo: CH/Innovation Norway

Need to know about walking in Norway

Find safety tips and practical information to help you make the most out of your walking holiday in Norway.

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Døralseter in the Rondane National Park, Norway - Photo: CH/Innovation Norway

Need to know about walking in Norway

Find safety tips and practical information to help you make the most out of your walking holiday in Norway.

Need to know about walking in Norway

Source: Visitnorway

Practical information

Top 10 most spectacular mountain hiking areas in Norway

Hiking in Norway is an incredible experience. Find a few of the most spectacular areas of them all, from the wild and extreme to family-friendly fun

Seasons and climate in Norway

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

The right of access

In Norway everyone has the unrestricted right of free access in the countryside - including the national parks.

Mountain guide

Here is a guide to all the main mountain regions in Norway. Galdhøpiggen is the tallest mountain at 2,469 metres. Find out more.

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