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Winter without skis
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.
The Ofotfjord is the perfect location for fishing. For those who love mountaineering, Narvik is surrounding by fantastic mountains.
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.
Skeikampen is a family-friendly ski resort located just three hours from Oslo and 45 minutes from Lillehammer.
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.
Winter is the time for some excellent cross-country skiing near Bergen, and there are fantastic downhill slopes for those looking for action.
Winter in the Arendal Region is beautiful, with a relaxed atmosphere for you to enjoy.
Hiking on Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, glacier walking on Folgefonna and fjord cruises are popular ways of experiencing this region of contrast.
Go skating in Drammen City Centre, try cross-country skiing in Finnemarka Forest, or go snowboarding at Drammen Ski Centre.
Jotunheimen offers cross-country skiing, alpine skiing and experiences in the snow without skis.
In the Kristiansand Region, winter is basically synonymous with "green".
Lofoten Kajakk offers a choice of sea and land-based activities year round, including kayaking, sailing, hiking, cycling, skiing and snowshoeing.
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.
If you want to experience the genuine atmosphere of the many fishing villages, you should visit Lofoten outside of the hectic summer season.
In the Kristiansand Region, winter is basically synonymous with "green".
When the weather permits, there are great opportunities for cross-country skiing, sledging and skating in Indre Østfold.
Try alpine skiing and snowboarding at Vrådal Panorama Ski Centre, or cross-country skiing in the surrounding mountains.