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    Børhella lighthouse in Vesterålen .
    Photo: Fredrik Ahlsen/visitnorway.com
    Børhella lighthouse in Vesterålen .
    Photo: Fredrik Ahlsen/visitnorway.com

    Explore glittering fjords, take a deep dive into Norwegian culture and indulge in fresh, first-class seafood. But remember that Norway is a big country. Pick your favourite region, and stay a bit longer to explore everything it has to offer.  

    Discover the perfect region for you:

    A wonderful autumn experience by the Aurlandsfjord - a fjord landscape in autumn colours

    Fjord Norway

    Fjord Norway has everything from world-famous fjords and picturesque islands to glaciers, waterfalls and some of Norway's most...

    Aerial view of the island Støtt on the Helgeland coast in Northern Norway

    Northern Norway

    In Northern Norway, spectacular experiences await. From the scenic coastline and activities like fishing, hiking and...

    A wooden sailboat sailing in front of white-painted wooden houses in Risør, Southern Norway

    Southern Norway

    Visit Southern Norway, where picturesque towns, white wooden houses, an archipelago with thousands of islands, and exiting inland...

    M/S Victoria passing Sundkil Bridge in Telemark, Norway

    Eastern Norway

    From buzzing city life and coastal charm to lush valleys and world-class culture – in Eastern Norway you can enjoy...

    Sunset over the old wooden houses along the Nidelven river in Trondheim in Trøndelag, Norway

    Trøndelag

    Trøndelag offers an irresistible mix of urban, historical sights like Røros and Stiklestad and the 2.0 version of a...

    "Spisshusene" in Longyearbyen, Svalbard

    The Svalbard Islands

    The Svalbard Islands are located in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the North Pole. Here, you will find untouched...

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    Main cities
    Norway’s main cities include everything from the urban vibe of Oslo to picturesque towns along the fjord or above the Arctic Circle.
    Read about Norway’s top 10 places to go
    Oslo capital of Norway
    Oslo
    Welcome to the new capital of Nordic cool! Get all our tips on top things to see and do in Oslo, including major attractions like MUNCH and the… Read more
    Oslo
    The UNESCO world heritage site Bryggen in Bergen, Fjord Norway
    Bergen
    Although it's the second-biggest city in Norway, Bergen is packed with small town charm. Read more
    Bergen
    The Nidarosdomen cathedral in Trondheim, Trøndelag
    Trondheim
    The vibrant city of Trondheim is home to some of Trøndelag’s most popular attractions, cosy shopping streets and a myriad of restaurants… Read more
    Trondheim
    Two women are hiking up the Sherpa staircase to Mount Storsteinen in Tromsø, Northern Norway
    Tromsø
    From local food and mountains soaring above deep blue fjords to the midnight sun and the northern lights – discover the Arctic capital,… Read more
    Tromsø
    A couple walking in Fargegaten (the street of color)
    The Stavanger region
    Breathtaking surroundings with fjords, mountains and long, white beaches. Stavanger and Sandnes also boasts an impressive assortment of museums and… Read more
    The Stavanger region
    The city Ålesund, Fjord Norway, seen from viewpoint Aksla
    The Ålesund and Sunnmøre area
    Go hiking or skiing, admire Ålesund's unique Art Nouveau architecture, explore the fjords – or just kick back and enjoy the view. Read more
    The Ålesund and Sunnmøre area
    People hiking to Keiservarden in Bodø, Northern Norway
    Bodø
    Bodø is home to the world’s strongest maelstrom, Saltstraumen. The largest city in Nordland is also just a boat ride away from the old… Read more
    Bodø
    A family having a great time in Maihaugen, Lillehammer
    The Lillehammer region
    Lillehammer is located in the lush Gudbrandsdalen valley in Eastern Norway and offers a mix of culture, family fun, and outdoor activities. Read more
    The Lillehammer region
    A woman cycling through Posebyen in Kristiansand on a transport bike full of flowers. Southern Norway.
    Kristiansand
    Explore urban beach life in Norway’s southernmost city! Kristiansand has a vibrant cultural scene and exciting activity parks and museums. Read more
    Kristiansand
    The most famous fjords
    The UNESCO protected fjords are symbols of the beauty of traditional Norway.
    Read about famous Norwegian fjords
    People standing on Preikestolen mountain in Lysefjorden in Fjord Norway
    The Lysefjord
    Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock), Kjeragbolten and Flørlitrappene (The Flørli Stairs) are famous hiking spots located in Lysefjord in… Read more
    The Lysefjord
    A person on the mountain plateau Trolltunga above Lake Ringedalsvatnet in the Hardangerfjord region, Fjord Norway
    Summer in Hardangerfjord
    From Trolltunga and the Folgefonna glacier to the Vøringfossen waterfall – the Hardangerfjord region offers some of the best experiences… Read more
    Summer in Hardangerfjord
    Blue sky over the Aurlandsfjord and the mountains around, Fjord Norway
    The Aurlandsfjord
    A narrow, lush branch of Norway’s longest fjord, the Sognefjord. The village of Flåm is located by the Aurlandsfjord. You can travel there on the… Read more
    The Aurlandsfjord
    A boat on the UNESCO Nærøyfjord in Fjord Norway
    The Nærøyfjord
    The Nærøyfjord is on the UNESCO world heritage list and is a side arm to the Sognefjord. Read more
    The Nærøyfjord
    Two people admiring the view from the top of mount Molden in the Sognefjord area of Fjord Norway
    The Sognefjord area
    Norway’s longest fjord, Sognefjorden, is surrounded by spectacular nature. In this part of Fjord Norway, you can experience fjord safari,… Read more
    The Sognefjord area
    View over Geirangerfjord and the Seven Sisters waterfall
    The Geirangerfjord
    The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow- covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. Read more
    The Geirangerfjord
    A ski tourer on their way down the mountain towards the Hjørundfjord in Fjord Norway
    The Hjørundfjord
    This fjord has much of the same dramatic physique as the Geirangerfjord, but with far fewer tourists and more untouched nature. Quaint villages are…
    The Hjørundfjord
    The Romsdalsfjord by the city of Åndalsnes in Fjord Norway
    The Romsdalsfjord
    The Romsdal area is known for its diverse nature. Two well known tourist attractions in the area are the winding mountain road Trollstigen and the… Read more
    The Romsdalsfjord
    A Hurtigruten ship in the Trollfjord in Northern Norway
    The Trollfjord
    This fjord measures only about 100 metres across at its most narrow point, but it is still frequented daily in the summer by cruise ships like… Read more
    The Trollfjord
    Destinations with a focus on sustainability
    Discover some of the best nature experiences in Norway that are eco-certified by Sustainable Destination.
    Read more about sustainability
    The UNESCO world heritage site Bryggen in Bergen, Fjord Norway
    Bergen
    Although it's the second-biggest city in Norway, Bergen is packed with small town charm. Read more
    Bergen
    Two people paddling on Lake Femunden in Eastern Norway
    Femund Engerdal
    More and more visitors come for the peace and quietness by more than 900 lakes, just interrupted by folk music and wild animals. Read more
    Femund Engerdal
    A family enjoying themselves in Gol, Eastern Norway
    Gol in Hallingdal
    In the village of Gol in Hallingdal, you’ll find both tranquil nature experiences and action-packed adventures for the whole family – all… Read more
    Gol in Hallingdal
    Alpine skiing in Hemsedal, Eastern Norway
    Hemsedal
    The winter wonderland of Hemsedal has been named Norway’s best ski resort for a number of years because of its perfectly groomed slopes, cool… Read more
    Hemsedal
    Restaurant at Snowhotel Kirkenes in Northern Norway
    Kirkenes
    Discover exotic Arctic adventures and stunning nature in Kirkenes, in the far northeast of Norway. Read more
    Kirkenes
    Lindesnes lighthouse in Southern Norway during sunset.
    Lindesnes and Mandal
    From close encounters with the weather and long forest walks, to the underwater restaurant “Under” and charming white-painted wooden… Read more
    Lindesnes and Mandal
    Three people summer biking at the Narvikfjellet with midnight sun
    Narvik
    Discover Narvik, a town above the Arctic Circle where nature is your playground. Go hiking, skiing or climbing and experience the midnight sun in… Read more
    Narvik
    People playing with the polar foxes at Langedrag farm in Nesbyen in Hallingdal, Eastern Norway
    Nesbyen
    In family-friendly Nesbyen, you are always close to nature, whether skiing, hiking, biking or splashing on the beach in your bathing suit. Read more
    Nesbyen
    Two people skiing in Norefjell
    Norefjell
    The mountains at Norefjell, just 90 minutes from Oslo, offer peaceful nature with a grand view. In winter, you can go skiing and snowboarding –… Read more
    Norefjell
    People standing at the top of Mount Gaustatoppen near Rjukan in Telemark, Eastern Norway
    Rjukan
    Rjukan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located close to the Hardangervidda National Park. The area is known for Gaustatoppen mountain peak and the… Read more
    Rjukan
    Røros church, Bergstaden Ziir, in Trøndelag, Norway
    Røros
    Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site Røros. This traditional town is a certified Sustainable Destination and one of the oldest towns of… Read more
    Røros
    A man in the national costume Setesdalsbunad lying in the grass and watching an old steamboat on the Byglandsfjord in Setesdal, Southern Norway
    Setesdal
    Visit the cradle of Norwegian folk traditions! Stop in charming villages, enjoy fun activities, and travel with a steamboat on the Byglandsfjord. Read more
    Setesdal
    A view of Litunet in Suldal, Ryfylke, Fjord-Norway.
    Suldal
    Suldal is located along the Scenic Route Ryfylke in Fjord Norway, a few hours from Stavanger and Haugesund. The area has been awarded the prestigious… Read more
    Suldal
    Family of four biking around Ustedalsfjorden in Geilo, Eastern Norway
    Summer at Geilo
    Downhill biking, ziplining, hiking, spas, and delicious eats. Geilo in summer has all that and more! Read more
    Summer at Geilo
    A family of four is biking through the woods in Trysil bike arena in Trysil, Eastern Norway
    Summer in Trysil
    From jumps and turns at the Trysil Bike Arena, to rafting, climbing, and hiking – experience Trysil in summer! Read more
    Summer in Trysil
    Five people kayaking close to the Folgefonna glacier in Kvinnherad
    Sunnhordland
    Sunnhordland has some of the most distinctive scenery in Fjord Norway. Folgefonna - Norway’s third largest glacier - is the icing on… Read more
    Sunnhordland
    View over Geirangerfjord and the Seven Sisters waterfall
    The Geirangerfjord
    The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow- covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. Read more
    The Geirangerfjord
    A family having a great time in Maihaugen, Lillehammer
    The Lillehammer region
    Lillehammer is located in the lush Gudbrandsdalen valley in Eastern Norway and offers a mix of culture, family fun, and outdoor activities. Read more
    The Lillehammer region
    View from a window in Lofoten
    The Lofoten Islands
    Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track.… Read more
    The Lofoten Islands
    Family biking by the Rottenvik waterfall
    The Lyngenfjord region
    Lyngenfjord and the Lyngsalpene mountain range are an Arctic area full of exotic and family-friendly outdoor activities that offer pure,… Read more
    The Lyngenfjord region
    People standing on Preikestolen mountain in Lysefjorden in Fjord Norway
    The Lysefjord
    Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock), Kjeragbolten and Flørlitrappene (The Flørli Stairs) are famous hiking spots located in Lysefjord in… Read more
    The Lysefjord
    "Spisshusene" in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
    The Svalbard Islands
    The Svalbard Islands are located in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the North Pole. Here, you will find untouched arctic wilderness and… Read more
    The Svalbard Islands
    Two women are hiking up the Sherpa staircase to Mount Storsteinen in Tromsø, Northern Norway
    Tromsø
    From local food and mountains soaring above deep blue fjords to the midnight sun and the northern lights – discover the Arctic capital,… Read more
    Tromsø
    Woman walking the Besseggen ridge in Valdres
    Valdres
    According to National Geographic, the Besseggen ridge is one of the top 20 hikes in the world. Not surprisingly, it’s located in Valdres –… Read more
    Valdres
    Whale tale above the water outside of Andøya in Vesterålen, Northern Norway
    Vesterålen
    Get ready for an Arctic adventure with whale watching, cool museums, hiking and snowshoeing. In Vesterålen, you can combine wow experiences with… Read more
    Vesterålen
    The Tvindefossen waterfall in Voss
    Voss
    If you are craving thrilling adventures, extreme surroundings and Norwegian food specialities, Voss will not let you down. Read more
    Voss
    People biking on a gravel road in Ål in Hemsedal, Eastern Norway
    Ål in Hallingdal
    Bring your kids to Hallingdal feriepark, go mountain biking on some of the country’s best tracks, or walk through the mountains in search of… Read more
    Ål in Hallingdal
    A person standing at the tip of Rampestreken viewpoint, looking out at the fjord and mountains of Åndalsnes in Northwest, Fjord Norway.
    Åndalsnes
    Discover amazing Åndalsnes, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and the Rauma Line, Europe’s most beautiful train journey. Read more
    Åndalsnes
    UNESCO World Heritage Sites
    Norwegian landmarks and areas that are included on UNESCO’s list of the world’s most important natural and cultural sites.
    Read more about the UNESCO Sites
    Bryggen, Bergen
    Bryggen in Bergen
    Bryggen, the old wharf of Bergen, is a reminder of the town’s importance as part of the Hanseatic League’s trading empire from the 14th to the… Read more
    Bryggen in Bergen
    Urnes, Luster
    Urnes stave church
    The wooden stave church of Urnes stands in the natural setting of Sogn og Fjordane. It was built in the 12th and 13th centuries and is an outstanding… Read more
    Urnes stave church
    Røros church in Trøndelag, Norway, surrounded by old wooden buildings
    Røros mining town and the circumference
    The history of Røros is linked to the copper mines that were developed in the 17th century. Copper and sulphur pyrite were extracted for 333 years,… Read more
    Røros mining town and the circumference
    Alta
    Rock art of Alta
    This group of petroglyphs in the Alta Fjord, near the Arctic Circle, bears traces of a settlement dating from c. 4200 to 500 B.C. The thousands of… Read more
    Rock art of Alta
    Vega, Helgeland
    Vegaøyan - The Vega archipelago
    A cluster of islands centered on Vega, just south of the Arctic Circle, forms a cultural landscape of 103,710 ha, of which 6,930 ha is land. The… Read more
    Vegaøyan - The Vega archipelago
    Hammerfest
    Struve geodetic arc
    The Struve Arc is a chain of survey triangulations stretching from Hammerfest in Norway to the Black Sea, through 10 countries and over 2,820 km.… Read more
    Struve geodetic arc
    View on the Geirangerfjord and the Seven Sisters waterfall on a sunny day, Fjord Norway
    Geirangerfjord
    Situated in south-western Norway, north-east of Bergen, the Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord, set 120 km from one another, are part of the west… Read more
    Geirangerfjord
    The Nærøyfjord in Fjord Norway on a sunny summer day
    Nærøyfjord
    Situated in south-western Norway, north-east of Bergen, the Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord, set 120 km from one another, are part of the west… Read more
    Nærøyfjord
    Vemork
    Rjukan–Notodden Industrial Heritage Site
    The industrial towns of Rjukan and Notodden in Telemark county in Norway are outstanding examples of a ground-breaking industrial development and a… Read more
    Rjukan–Notodden Industrial Heritage Site
    Norwegian Scenic Routes
    Along selected roads in Norway, natural wonders are amplified by art, design, and architecture meant to bring you closer to nature in new and surprising ways.
    Read more about the Scenic Routes
    Steilneset memorial in Vardø at the Norwegian Scenic Route Varanger, Northern Norway
    Varanger
    Norwegian Scenic Route Varanger is 160 kilometres long and travels between Varangerbotn and Hamningberg. Read more
    Varanger
    Selvika rest area on Norwegian Scenic Route Havøysund in Northern Norway
    Havøysund
    Norwegian Scenic Route Havøysund is 67 kilometres long and travels between Kokelv and Havøysund. Read more
    Havøysund
    A person standing at the viewing platform in Bergsbotn on the Norwegian Scenic Route Senja, Northern Norway
    Senja
    Norwegian Scenic Route Senja is 102 kilometres long and travels between Gryllefjord and Botnhamn. Detours to Mefjordvær and Husøya. Read more
    Senja
    Kleivodden viewpoint at Norwegian Scenic Route Andøya, Northern Norway
    Andøya
    Norwegian Scenic Route Andøya is 58 kilometres long and travels between Bjørnskinn and Andenes. Read more
    Andøya
    The fishing village Reine seen from a viewing platform on Norwegian Scenic Route Lofoten, Northern Norway
    Lofoten
    Norwegian Scenic Route Lofoten is 230 kilometres long and travels between Å and Raftsundet. Detours to Nusfjord, Vikten, Utakleiv, Unstad, Eggum, and… Read more
    Lofoten
    A bridge connecting Herøy to another island in Helegeland, Northern Norway. In the background, the mountain range The seven sisters.
    Helgelandskysten
    Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten is 433 kilometres long and travels between Holm and Godøystraumen, with a detour to Torghatten. Read more
    Helgelandskysten
    The Atlantic Road in Northwest, Fjord Norway
    Atlanterhavsvegen
    Norwegian Scenic Route Atlanterhavsvegen is 36 kilometres long and travels between Kårvåg and Bud. Read more
    Atlanterhavsvegen
    People admiring the view of the Norwegian Scenic Route Trollstigen in Fjord Norway from Trollstigen viewpoint
    Geiranger-Trollstigen
    Norwegian Scenic Route Geiranger-Trollstigen is 104 kilometres long and travels between Langevatn and Sogge Bridge. Read more
    Geiranger-Trollstigen
    A viewing point above Videfossen waterfall on Norwegian Scenic Route Gamle Strynefjellsvegen in Fjord Norway
    Gamle Strynefjellsvegen
    Norwegian Scenic Route Gamle Strynefjellsvegen is 27 kilometres long and travels between Grotli and Videsæter. Read more
    Gamle Strynefjellsvegen
    Two people looking at the view towards Rondane from Sohlbergplassen viewpoint on Norwegian Scenic Route Rondane
    Rondane
    Norwegian Scenic Route Rondane is 75 kilometres long and travels between Venabygdsfjellet and Folldal and between Sollia church and Enden. Read more
    Rondane
    A car between large snow banks on Norwegian Scenic Route Sognefjellet, Fjord Norway
    Sognefjellet
    Norwegian Scenic Route Sognefjellet is 108 kilometres long and travels between Lom and Gaupne. Read more
    Sognefjellet
    Rainbow over Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye in Eastern Norway
    Valdresflye
    Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye is 49 kilometres long and travels between Garli and Hindsæter with a detour to Gjende. Read more
    Valdresflye
    Many people on Utsikten viewpoint on Norwegian Scenic Route Gaularfjellet, Fjord Norway
    Gaularfjellet
    National Tourist Route Gaularfjellet is 114 kilometres long and travels between Balestrand and Moskog, and between Sande and Eldalsosen. Read more
    Gaularfjellet
    People admiring the view of the Aurlandsfjord from Stegastein viewpoint on Norwegian Scenic Route Aurlandsfjellet in Fjord Norway in winter
    Aurlandsfjellet
    Norwegian Scenic Route Aurlandsfjellet is 47 kilometres long and travels between Aurlandsvangen and Lærdalsøyri. Read more
    Aurlandsfjellet
    People walking on the path under the Steinsdalsfossen waterfall on Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger, Fjord Norway.
    Hardanger
    Norwegian Scenic Route Hardanger comprises four sections, with a total length of 158 kilometres: Granvin–Steinsdalsfossen, Norheimsund–Tørvikbygd,… Read more
    Hardanger
    The Vøringsfossen waterfall at Norwegian Scenic Route Hardangervidda in Fjord Norway
    Hardangervidda
    National Tourist Route Hardangervidda is 67 kilometres long and travels between Eidfjord and Haugastøl. Read more
    Hardangervidda
    Høse bridge at Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke in Fjord Norway
    Ryfylke
    Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke is 260 kilometres long and travels between Oanes at Lysefjorden and Håra. Read more
    Ryfylke
    A person walking their dog on Orrestranda beach near Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren in Fjord Norway
    Jæren
    Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren is 41 kilometres long and travels between Ogna and Bore. Read more
    Jæren
    Top attractions
    The North Cape cliff - North Cape
    The North Cape cliff - North Cape
    The North Cape cliff has long been a popular and important navigation mark for shipping traffic in the north. In 1553, an English expedition set sail… Read more
    The North Cape cliff - North Cape
    The Flåm Railway
    The Flåm Railway
    The Flåm Railway has been described as one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world and is one of the leading tourist attractions in Norway.… Read more
    The Flåm Railway
    Vøringsfossen
    Vøringsfossen
    Experience the Vøringsfossen waterfall - the most famous waterfall in Norway! Read more
    Vøringsfossen
    Vigeland Sculpture Park
    Vigeland Sculpture Park
    Sculpture park in the Frogner Park with more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland (1869–1943) in bronze, granite and cast iron, including… Read more
    Vigeland Sculpture Park
    The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
    The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
    Oslo's Opera House is located right at the harbour, with an angled, white exterior that appears to rise from the water. It invites its visitors to… Read more
    The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
    Bryggen in Bergen
    Bryggen in Bergen
    Bryggen is one of Bergen's and Norway's main attractions. Bryggen was built after the great fire in 1702 and is included on UNESCO's World Heritage… Read more
    Bryggen in Bergen
    Fløibanen funicular
    Fløibanen funicular
    Take the Floibanen funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen! Check out the spectacular view of the city, play in the Troll Forest or walk exciting nature… Read more
    Fløibanen funicular
    Trollstigen- The Troll`s Road
    Trollstigen- The Troll`s Road
    Trollstigen – The Troll’s road – is an impressive piece of road building where the road snakes and climbs its way up and up along… Read more
    Trollstigen- The Troll`s Road
    Lindesnes Lighthouse
    Lindesnes Lighthouse
    Lindesnes Lighthouse is Norway's oldest dating back to 1656. It occupies the southernmost tip of the Norwegian mainland – 2518 km from the North… Read more
    Lindesnes Lighthouse
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