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Discover modern architecture and experience inspiring fjord, mountain and coastal scenery by driving one of Norway's National Tourist Routes.
Tour suggestions include the Jotunheimen and Rondane National Parks and the old Pilgrimage Route. Choose to walk with a guide or by yourself.
In this instalment, Nick Owen lists his favourite ways of indulging yourself whilst on holiday in Norway.
Travel to Norway with Authentic Scandinavia AS, and choose from a wide selection of independent and escorted tours and holidays.
This itinerary takes in Oslo, the Southern Coast of Norway, Stavanger, a hike to Preikestolen and a glimpse of mountainous Telemark. Best in summer.
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Experience the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord and the Trollstigen Mountain Road, two of Norway's most dramatic and most visited attractions.
Completed in 1894, the Old Strynefjell mountain road was a masterpiece of road-building and engineering. Today it is a national tourist route.
Nordland gives you many possibilities for round trips or a longer stay in one place.
Driving from Tana to Lakselv takes you past famous salmon rivers and the Børselvfjellet mountains.
Lake Gjende is a great starting point for hiking and kayaking in the Jotunheimen Mountain Area.
Hike the classic route over the Besseggen Ridge, walk to the top of Galdhøpiggen or drive the scenic roads over Valdresflya and Sognefjellet.
The Jotunheimen is a popular area for hiking. Professional climber Andris Malasevskis recalls his ascent of Galdhøpiggen, Norway's highest peak.
Almost a week is required for this trip where you visit the Jotunheimen Mountains, the Sognefjord and the UNESCO protected Geirangerfjord.
The road across Valdresflye provides endless vistas of rolling hills and steep mountains, including an excellent view of Jotunheimen National Park.
A peaceful drive on rv. 27 between Enden and Folldal is an excellent alternative to the main routes through Gudbrandsdalen and Østerdalen.
The road over Aurlandsfjellet is a journey across a barren plateau through a desolate landscape of snow and rocks with the occasional sprig of grass.
Sharp turns and wild nature have put the Atlantic Road at the top of the British newspaper The Guardian's list of the world's best road trips.
The road to Havøysund follows the ocean’s edge in wild and barren terrain towards the far north of Norway and its enticing Arctic light.
Drive through Hardangervidda National Park in Eastern Norway and over Northern Europe's largest mountain plateau, where wild reindeer still roam free.
Enjoy a scenic drive on Vesterålen in Northern Norway. This coastal road on Andøya Island is characterised by the open sea and long, white beaches.
Follow the scenic Hardangerfjord in Fjord Norway, where for over a century travellers have come to see mountains, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers.
Jæren offers open skies, wide horizons and endless ocean. Mile upon mile of sandy beaches and sand dunes, only broken by boulders and salmon rivers.
Get a taste of the far north in this less travelled corner of Norway. Rich birdlife, history and long summer nights lit by the midnight sun all await.
The road over Gaularfjellet takes travellers past many waterfalls along the mighty
Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord.
In Ryfylke, Fjord Norway, green skerries and cultural landscapes are suddenly replaced by mountains, rockslides, polished cliffs and fjords.
Experience the cultural heritage of Northern Norway and its many natural wonders, from the majestic Svartisen Glacier to the Vega Islands.
Discover the beauty of the Lofoten Islands, anchored above the Arctic Circle, by driving from Fiskebøl to Å - one of Norway's most scenic routes.
Here are some suggestions for excursions in and around Geilo. Drive your own car, use a bicycle or go for a trip on the Bergen or the Flåm railway.
Recommended hiking areas around Geilo include the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau and Geilotoppen Mountain.
The Rondane region offers a great variety of tours. Summit tours on majestic mountains or easy walks in valleys with a rich wildlife.
The large and gentle mountain areas around Nesbyen offer many opportunities for hiking. Here you can experience both mountains and forests.
Tour suggestions include reindeer safari, canyons and waterfalls around Venabu, Ringebu Stave Church and hikes in the Espedalen Valley.
Stalheim Hotel is a two-hour drive from Bergen, and is the starting point for several hikes exploring fjords and mountains.
Tour suggestions include Veslefjell Mountain and two round trips on the Gol mountain plateau. Trails are signposted.
From Rondane to the Gudbrandsdalen Valley, Lillehammer offers urban areas as well as mountains, forests and cultural landscapes.
Hike one of Hemsedal’s top mountain peaks, enjoy the scenery from the comfort of your car, or take a trip on the mighty Sognefjord.
Go on a sightseeing tour of Stavanger, the Lysefjord or Norway’s only "palm island". Rent a bicycle or car and explore the region on your own.
Discover the striking scenery of the outer coast of the Island of Senja in Northern Norway, which reaches out into the mighty Norwegian Sea.
Take a drive along the North Sea Road, explore the Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock, and enjoy southern culture in the many villages along the coast.
Numedal is perfect as a base – from here you are within easy reach of many interesting and beautiful destinations.
The old Pilgrims' Route between Oslo and Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim was reopened the summer of 1997.
Go hiking in the footsteps of the Norwegian Queen Sonja, feed the reindeer of the Samis or explore old fishing villages by bike.
Featuring many highlights of the Ålesund area, including Geiranger and the Sunnmøre Alps, this is a great tour with or without a car. Best in summer.
Choose the pilgrim's route you want to walk, and plan your stay at the Nidaros Pilgrim Centre in Trondheim.
Gjøvik Olympic Cavern Hall is the largest spectator hall inside a mountain in the world. The Vitensenteret Innlandet science centre is worth a visit.
Follow the coast driving or cycling along the beautiful Atlantic Road, or head inland and discover the majestic mountains of Trollheimen.
Follow these tour suggestions to visit the highlights of Molde and Romsdal: the Trollstigen Mountain Road and the Atlantic Road.
Take a hike to the top of Nos, Hovden's highest peak, or follow the Lundane and Galten trails on cross-country skis.
Go island hopping or drive along the beautiful coastline. Bike to the historical trading post of Kjerringøy or hike to a coastal mountain peak.
Hammerfest offers hiking and walking in an arctic landscape, beside fjords, and on glaciers and white beaches. Or you can choose one of several peaks.
Flå is situated beside the main road rv. 7, making it easy to explore the area.
Explore the beautiful capital of Norway, the high mountain plateaus, the deep blue fjords and the world heritage city of Bergen in just a few days.
The Flåm Railway is a part of one of Norway's most popular round trips; Norway in a nutshell®.
The areas around Sarpsborg are good for different walking bicycling and car tours.
The Trollstigen Mountain Road is one of Norway's most dramatic and most visited attractions.
The Aurlandsdalen Valley, with its wild and breathtaking nature, is known as Norway's Grand Canyon. I walked the most scenic part of the valley.
Harstad and its surroundings offer exciting excursions regardless of whether you want to go cycling, hiking, or on a drive to the Lofoten Islands.
Join a historical guided hike and stay at Lågvassbua Cabin and Brandheia Wilderness Camp. Or what about following the pilgrim trail to Stikelstad?
The beautiful countryside of Moss provides you with hiking and works of art for you to enjoy.
In the region you can use the hiking trail network on Hedmarksvidda, choose between a number of cycle routes or stroll along the banks of Lake Mjøsa.
Experience the North Cape and Karasjok on this round trip in Western Finnmark.
Visit Sami villages, travel to the border area between Finnmark and Russia or join the locals catching king crabs in Eastern Finnmark.
Explore Stryn and Nordfjord by car. Drive the Old Strynefjell Mountain Road and take a ferry on the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord.
Experience a hiking holiday in the most spectacular scenery of Fjord Norway - in the surroundings of the famous Geirangerfjord.
Stay at Østerbø Fjellstove and choose among hiking trips in the Aurlandsdalen Valley. Experience the Vetlahelvete Cave and the Langedalen Waterfall.
Visit fishing villages in the morning and go hiking in the mountains in the afternoon.
The landscapes of the islands Hitra and Frøya are perfect for hiking and biking. There are also possibilities for various boat trips.
Round trips over mountains and along fjords – Gol is a great starting point for getting to know Norway.
The varied nature in the Arendal Region displays idyllic towns, beautiful countryside and quiet woods and hills.
Ringerike's landscape is ideal for cycling and hiking. The central location in Eastern Norway makes it perfect for both day trips and overnight stays.
Fredrikstad has more to offer than a stroll on the ramparts. Enjoy a picnic and a walk along Glommastien or go island hopping in Hvaler.
Where the Sognefjord runs inland to meet the majestic Jotunheimen Mountains, you will find Klingenberg Hotel in Årdalstangen.
Go sightseeing in the city centre, explore the surrounding fjords and mountains, or join the popular round trip Norway in a Nutshell®.
Located close to Bergen between the Hardangerfjord and the Sognefjord, Voss makes an excellent base for exploring Fjord Norway.
The less travelled roads in Innherred take you to the places that are most worth seeing, like the Golden Route or the Trondheimfjord.
It is recommended to spend at least five days when driving from Steinkjer to Bodø.
The Moss region has an abundance of trails and paths, and you do not have to be in top shape to do some walking or biking.
Use Ålesund as a starting point to explore the Geirangerfjord, the Hjørundfjord and the scenic coastline with islands and flourishing wildlife.
Join a cruise on the Hardangerfjord, go glacier walking on Folgefonna or choose a round trip by car.
Visit the charming fishing village of Kalvåg or take the boat out Utvær, Norway’s westernmost island.
Bjorli and Lesja are perfect starting points for many trips.
The stunning scenery around Tromsø is easy to discover by car. There is something new around every corner. Pick up a map at the tourist information.
The coastal and agricultural areas in Follo are suitable for tours all year.
Explore nature and local culture in the Lierdalen Valley or the Hurumlandet Area. Visit Sætre along the Oslofjord or rent a canoe at the Eikeren Lake.
Experience the Lofoten Islands by car or bicycle.
Sirdal is the perfect base for your holiday. Within one day, you can explore the Lysefjord, the mountains of Kjerag or the Suleskarvegen Road.
Stroll around Kristiansand's old town, join a boat trip to Lillesand or take a drive along the scenic North Sea Route.
This contrasting trip follows the beautiful coastline dotted with detours to pretty little towns redolent with the atmosphere of the windjammer age.
Experience the national parks of Jotunheimen and Hardangervidda, and the old mining town of Røros.
The Torghatten Mountain, the bird island of Lovunden and the Saltfjellet-Svartisen National Park are among the attractions on this trip.
The Coastal Path in Bamble is popular, as is the hike to Ulvskollen in Skien, but there are many other options if you want to walk in Grenland.
Rauland offers varied hiking trails and makes a perfect starting point for day excursions by car to nearby attractions.
There is a variety of marked trails in the mountains of Rjukan. The Gaustatoppen Mountain and the old saboteurs' route are recommended.
The cluster of offshore islands with their own special features offers attractive tours. There are regular daily ferry routes to the main islands.
These four round trips include Eidsborg Stave Church, the open air museum at Folkestadbygda and the amusement park Bø Sommarland.
Go island hopping in the Kragerø skerries or choose among several popular biking routes.
Hike the Gaustatoppen Mountain or the Saboteur Trail from World War II, or go cycling on the mountain plateau of Hardangervidda.
The Telemark canal is a 105-kilometre long watercourse taking you from Skien to Dalen.