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Exterior illustration of Otolitten, a museum and experience center that is part of SKREI
A museum next to mountains and a fjord
View of mountains and the sea from a hotel.
Fine dining from Credo restaurant at The National Library in Oslo
An illustration of the new building at Kistefos
Norwegian-built hybrid catamaran Geirangerfjord 3 in a fjord.
The ship Havila Polaris fuelling on biogas outside of Hammerfest
Two people laying in bed in a cabin at Langedrag and looking out of the window at a linx outside.
Two people in an outside pool at Hovden fjellbad in Setesdal.
Bristol Spa, Hotel Bristol
Several floating saunas connected on a dock.
A ski gondala over snow capped fores in Trysil.
Someone skiing down a mountain with two people cheering in the background
The Kon-Tiki museum at Bygdøy
The historic hotel Dalen in winter

Exciting new experiences in 2026

1. SKREI Museum

The spectacular, innovative new Otolith Museum opened in June 2026 in Storvågan, Kabelvåg, in the heart of Lofoten.

It's part of the SKREI centre for knowledge and experiences, which also includes the Lofoten Museum, Gallery Espolin, and the Lofoten Aquarium.

Otolith tells the story of the Lofoten fishery and highlights the enormous importance of skrei – the Northeast Arctic cod that built Norway!

2. Ytri Island Retreat in Træna

Is this the most unique and exciting new hotel in Europe?

The exclusive coastal resort, Ytri Island Retreat, situated right on the spectacular Helgeland coastline, offers 38 rooms and suites, a bar, a seafood restaurant, saunas, and an outdoor wellness area, all set on the remote island of Træna.

Ytri became a member the prestigious Relais & Châteaux Association in 2025, one of just 14 new members selected from among 600 applicants.

The resort is scheduled to open in April 2026.

3. Credo in Oslo

Chef Heidi Bjerkan's renowned restaurant Credo has relocated from Trondheim and opened at The National Library in Oslo.

The new restaurant offers exceptional Norwegian cuisine that honours the country's heritage.

4. Kistefos – a new visitor centre

The spectacular Kistefos Museum and art centre, just outside Oslo, opened a new visitor centre in June 2026, designed by Lund Hagem Arkitekter AS.

The new building has a stunning view of the Randselva river, with architecture rooted in the landscape and inspired by Kistefos’ timber floating heritage.

5. Zero emissions in UNESCO-listed fjords

The Geirangerfjord entered a new era on 1 January 2026. Small passenger vessels in the UNESCO-listed fjords are now required to be emission-free.

Set sail on an electric fjord cruise, all blissfully quiet, on board Geiranger Fjordservice's sleek new Norwegian-built hybrid catamaran Geirangerfjord 3!

It will serve the Ålesund–Geiranger route, offer fjord cruises on the Geirangerfjord, and be available for charter tours as well.

From 2032, the zero emission policy will apply to all passenger vessels.

And there's even more good news for the environment!

In November 2025, the Havila Coastal Express proved that it's possible to sail the entire coastal route between Bergen and Kirkenes with low emissions.

Havila Polaris sailed the entire journey fuelled by liquefied biogas. Preliminary calculations show that CO2 emissions can be slashed by nearly 92 % by using biogas and the vessel's battery systems.

6. Spend the night with lynxes

Are you looking for a very special overnight stay? At Langedrag Wildlife Park in Hallingdal you can now spend the night in Gaupestugu, the lynx cabin, where these amazing animals roam right outside your window!

7. Littleisland Lighthouse in Vesterålen

More unique accommodation awaits. The early 20th century Littleisland Lighthouse has had a major refurbishment!

The lighthouse tower has been transformed into an exclusive suite, with an impressive 360-degree view of the ocean and the Lofoten mountains.

8. New water parks and spas

Aaah! After a whole day of hiking, biking and skiing in the mountain resort of Hovden, you can now head to the exclusive new Hovden Fjellbad Waterpark and Spa in Setesdal. Enjoy a paradise for water play, relaxation, and wellness for the whole family.

Explore numerous slides and pools, and enjoy the jacuzzis and saunas – not to mention the lovely outdoor infinity pool!

The stately Hotel Bristol in Oslo has opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art spa, offering luxury and well-being over three floors in the heart of the capital.

Enjoy saunas and pools, and a unique snow room, along with hot and cold plunges.

You can also experience a touch of hot and cold in Bodø's new floating sauna village Hot & Salty.

The sauna village is located right in the city centre and includes wood-fired and electric saunas, a warm saltwater pool, cold showers and, of course, an ocean view!

9. Hit the slopes

Good news for all ski lovers!

Trysilgondolen, the brand-new gondola at Norway's biggest ski resort, Trysil in Eastern Norway, has already opened, and can comfortably transport 3,000 guests per hour, 2,417 metres up the mountain. This is one of the resort's single biggest investments ever!

Narvikfjellet Ski Resort in Northern Norway is gearing up for the 2029 Alpine World Ski Championships!

Check out its brand new 6-seater chairlift to Linken, the new upper T-bar lift, and the new family slope from the upper gondola station.

10. The Kon-Tiki Museum

Kon-Tiki has been refurbished and the legendary Kon-Tiki raft has a spectacular new setting.

More exciting news in 2026:

  • Dalen Hotel – the historic hotel will now stay open beyond its summer season and offer magical winter adventures, too.
  • Thon Hotel Oslo Airport can now accommodate up to 10,000 people in its state-of-the-art event and conference hotel, Norway's biggest. The enormous 5,000 m² congress hall features flexible solutions and can be adapted to host small events and groups.
  • A new boutique hotel opened in Oslo, July 1. At Savoy 1918, you get the perfect blend of historic character and contemporary elegance.
  • In September, Trondheim also gets a new boutique hotel. Villa Nord is an exclusive hotel made in historic buildings dated back to 1837.

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