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Scandic Hotels – in all major cities from north to south
Nordic Choice Hotels – a different hotel company
Thon Hotels – with fantastic breakfast
Radisson Blu Hotels – discover your favourite destinations
Classic Norway Hotels – a unique combination of distinctive hotels and authentic fisherman's cabins
Citybox – modern and affordable hotels in a central location
Rauland – Skiing holidays in stunning mountain scenery
DanCenter – your specialist in holiday homes in Norway
Norgesbooking – book your perfect cabin stay in Norway
Campcation – book camping all across Norway with Campcation
Vy – travelling by train has never been easier
SJ NORD – the adventure starts on the train
Vy express – travel with bus throughout Norway
NOR-WAY Bussekspress – experience amazing scenery by bus
Widerøe – the largest regional airline in Scandinavia
DFDS – Europe’s leading ferry operator 2012-2021
AutoEurope – always a smooth car rental experience
Rent-A-Wreck – the smart car rental alternative
Arctic Campers – Norway’s camper van rental
Cabin Campers – your cottage on four wheels
Hurtigruten – "The World’s Most Beautiful Sea Voyage"
Fjord Tours – Home of Norway in a nutshell® - Norway’s most popular tour
Authentic Scandinavia – Travel created by locals
Up Norway – Bespoke luxury tailored by insiders
Norrøna Hvitserk – expeditions and adventure holidays
Booknordics.com – hundreds of activities, tours and day cruises in Norway
Brim Explorer – silent fjord tours by electric catamaran
Fjord Travel – let us show you the beauty of Norway!
Go Fjords – tours and activities all over Norway
50 Degrees North – unforgettable tailor-made and small group tours to Norway
Discover Norway – skiing, biking and hiking tours in Norway
Norwegian Holidays – low-price package holidays with Norwegian. Flight, hotel and rental car
Stromma – sightseeing, excursions and experiences with bus, boat and train
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Norway gives you almost unhindered access to the countryside...
...as long as you tread lightly and leave no traces!
Here are some guidelines about roaming in Norway.
In Norway, you can hike nearly anywhere you want. Outdoor recreation is a major part of the national identity, and access to nature is protected by law. You are free to enjoy the great outdoors – as long as you pick up your rubbish and show respect for nature.
A few rules and regulations are in place to protect nature when many people go to the same places.
The main rules are easy: Be considerate and thoughtful. Don't damage nature and the surroundings. Leave the landscape as you would want to find it.
The video below shows how NOT to treat nature!
The right to roam, also called the right of access (allemannsretten) is a traditional right from ancient times. Since 1957, it has also been enshrined in the Outdoor Recreation Act. The right ensures that everyone can experience nature, even in big, privately owned areas.
The antlered fellows below know how to treat nature!
You may put up a tent, or sleep under the stars, anywhere in the countryside, forests or mountains, as long as you stay at least 150 metres away from the nearest inhabited house or cabin. This rule also applies to vans, mobile homes, and caravans.
If you want to stay for more than two nights in the same place, you must ask the landowner's permission, except in the mountains or in very remote areas.
Places for emptying toilets are signposted. Doing so elsewhere is strictly prohibited.
Norway has almost endless possibilities when it comes to exploring wild nature. It's nevertheless a good idea to follow marked trails if you aren't familiar with the area. If not, it's easy to get lost. At the same time, you also avoid leaving too many footprints in nature.
...Yes, it actually does! If you want easy access to sanitary facilities, kitchen and so on – a campsite has everything you need! There are more than a thousand campsites all across Norway, often situated in idyllic areas, close to mountains, fjords and lakes.
You can find a spot for your tent, caravan or motorhome, as well as campsite cabins of varying standards and prices. Many of the campsites also offer lots of fun activities for the whole family.
Be aware that in some popular tourist areas, there are restrictions on free camping, mainly during summer, which means you must pitch your tent at a campsite. This applies in particular to some areas in Lofoten in Northern Norway and Fjord Norway. Always ask a local if you are not sure, and always respect the "NO CAMPING" signs!
Be aware that campfires in nature are prohibited from 15 April to 15 September. They can nevertheless be allowed in places where the fire hazard is low, such as by the sea or at an approved campfire site. However, you should always check that there is no danger. Note that in extreme drought, even barbecues, gas burners, and camping stoves are prohibited. If you want to make a campfire, bring firewood from home or a shop or use twigs that are already on the ground. Do not saw or break fresh branches.
Last but not least, always remember: If you light a campfire or barbecue, you are legally responsible for ensuring that it is safe, that the fire does not spread, and that it is completely extinguished before you leave. Check the forest fire risk on yr.no.
Some basic campfire rules:
Watch the video below and learn how to not burn down the forest!
In general, you may pick berries, mushrooms, and wildflowers, but special rules apply to cloudberries in Northern Norway.
Norway has some of the best fishing areas in the world, and you may fish for saltwater species without a licence, as long as it is for your own use, but there are rules on how many kilos you may bring home, if you are crossing the border.
A lot more rules apply if you want to fish in inland waters. Almost all waters require a fishing licence, but there are also special rules for different landowners. Always check the local rules where you are heading.
NOTE: Always disinfect your fishing equipment between use in one water and another, to prevent the spread of fish diseases!
Respect for nature, animals and local inhabitants will make your visit even more pleasant for everybody. Enjoy your trip!
Norway is a country of outstanding natural beauty, with dramatic waterfalls, crystal clear fjords, majestic mountains, and spectacular glaciers. Preserving this landscape, and its communities and way of life, is essential for locals and visitors alike.
Leave as light a footprint as possible. Leave nature as you would like to find it — take only pictures, keep only memories.
Travel is all about feeling good. Discover how you can explore Norway with a cleaner conscience by making more sustainable choices and choosing eco certified travel providers.
Go electric – by train, on super-silent sightseeing boats, or in an Instagram-friendly vehicle, and choose adventures with a smaller footprint when you visit Norway.
Tourism impact local communities in both good and bad ways. Visit a destination that works hard to become more sustainable on your next adventure!
See our selection of companies that work hard to make you happy all through your trip.
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