In Norway pristine nature waits at every turn.

Verdant landscapes.

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sprawling fjords. 

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cascading waterfalls.

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Norway –

a place for all seasons

From the very moment you set foot on Norwegian soil you will feel it. That sense of something unique. Norway’s natural beauty is impossible to overstate.

In the summer you’ll find the sun shining at midnight. In the winter the magnificent Northern Lights brighten up the skies.

In its cities Oslo and Bergen, you can see Scandinavia’s age-old flair for design. In its fishing villages you’ll encounter the great pride the locals have in their customs and traditions.

Stirring landscapes, Scandinavian sophistication and wonderful wildlife.

Norway is where it’s at.

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Practical information

This information can be useful when traveling to this beautiful country

Climate

The Norwegian weather is liable to change from day do day. Temperatures can change quickly, especially in the mountains. Late June to early August is when the weather is at its warmest. February is generally the coldest month.

Public Transport

Oslo offers convenient public transport, and short distances make it easy to get around by walking or biking. Oslo’s public transport network is operating 24 hours a day, with special bus services covering the night and early hours.

Internet

Local Wi-Fi networks are very widespread in Norway. Most restaurants, cafes, hotels, shopping centers and even petrol stations have free Wi-Fi available.

Money

The Norwegian currency is the Krone (NOK) which is divided into 100 øre. 1 NOK equals approx 9 pence or 10 Euro cents. Many shops and restaurants do accept foreign currency in cash, but it is advisable to pay with Norwegian Kroner.

Shopping

The shopping capital of Norway offers everything from latest international trends to modern Norwegian designs and local handicrafts.

VAT Refunds

Citizens and residents of a country outside the EU can claim a Value Added Tax (VAT) refund when shopping in stores with “tax free shopping” signs. A minimum purchase per shop is required. When approaching the refund point, please make sure that you have the following with you: Your goods, your Global Blue tax-free form and your passport/ID.

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Did you Know?

This information can be useful when traveling to Norway

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  • The language is Norwegian, but most people also speak English.
  • The currency is Norwegian Kroner, however most shops and restaurants accept Euro as well.
  • Norway is inhabited by trolls! They are an important part of the Norwegian folklore. Although not all of them are mean, they are rather scary in appearance and Norwegian children have grown up fearing them.
  • You can see the Northern Lights in Norway. Watch nature's own theatre unfold above as the most spectacular natural light show takes place above you!
  • The Sami are Norway’s indigenous people. Travel to Northern Norway to experience their culture and learn how to throw a lasso or try reindeer sledding.
  • Fjords are the soul of Norway – in total, the country is home to about 1,190 breathtaking fjords.
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