The most beautiful places in Norway
The best of Norway
Norway, a Nordic country full of beautiful nature. You will find here amazing fjords, waterfalls, glaciers and rock formations. Picturesque wooden churches and houses. A land that every nature lover loves at first glance. Come and see the most beautiful places you can find here
Reine
The most beautiful village of Norway
The small village of Reine is considered to be the most beautiful village not only in Lofoten islands, but also of Norway. Tourists come here mainly due to the amazing surrounding mountain landscape. The view from iconic mountain Reinebringen is famous. continue reading
Romsdalen Valley
The most beautiful Norwegian valley
The Romsdalen valley is one of Norway's biggest natural attractions. Almost vertical rock walls rise here more than 1,200 meters above the bottom of the valley. The valley itself is about 60 kilometers long. Some of the peaks above the valley is accessible by hike paths such as Mannen Mountain continue reading
Geiranger fjord
The most famous fjord of Norway
Geiranger fjord is one of the most visited places in Norway. From nearly vertical rocky walls, many beautiful waterfalls run right down to the fjord. The best view to the fjord is from Dalsnibba mountain. continue reading
Besseggenn Ridge
Beautiful view of two lakes
The ascent to the Besseggenn ridge is among the Norwegian mountain hiking classics. From the ridge opens up a beautiful view of two differently colored lakes – Gjende and Bessvatnet continue reading
Latefossen waterfall
Double waterfall
Waterfall Latefossen is not only beautiful, but also quite original and interesting. This waterfall is split by mighty rock into two streams. Its height is placed 165 meters. continue reading
Heddal Stave Church
The most beautiful church in Norway
The Heddal Stavkirke (Stave Church) is considered to be probably the most beautiful wooden church in Norway. It is certainly the biggest one. Like other similar churches, it was built in the 13th century continue reading
Trolltunga
Famous Troll Tongue
Trolltunga (Trolltunga) is a famous rock formation protruding horizontally from the mountain at an altitude of about 700 meters above the Ringedalsvatnet Lake. It is located near the village of Odda in the Norwegian region of Hordaland. The place is a lot visited, although the ascent is not quite simple. continue reading
Trollstigen road (Troll Trail)
The most famous Norwegian road
Trollstigen road – Troll Trail is probably the most famous Norwegian road. 11 serpentines fall into a deep valley. In addition, the road intersects the spectacular Stigfossen waterfall. Over the past few years, it has been slightly widened in bends. Driving along this road is a real experience continue reading
Tvindefossen Waterfall
Beautiful waterfall right by the road
Next to the international road you will find the beautiful Tvindefossen waterfall. According to various sources, its height is between 110–150 meters. It is set in a very picturesque landscape. A beautiful stop on the way in Norway continue reading
Bergen (Bryggen)
The most beautiful city of Norway
Bergen (the second largest city of Norway) is sometimes called the main European rain city. On average, over 200 rainy days are measured annually. The most picturesque part of town is Bergen fjord, where you will find typical Nordic houses, FishMarket, and also sail boats. The whole city surrounds seven hills. Closest to the old town is Fløyen and Ulriken is the highest hill in the area. There are cableways to both of them. continue reading
Gaustatoppen
The highest mountain of Telemark
Gaustatoppen (1,883m) is the highest mountain in the Telemark region and one of the most iconic mountains in Norway. At the beginning of the season it looks a bit like the famous African Kilimanjaro. It is a very popular and visited peak. continue reading
Skjervefossen waterfall
Waterfall cut by the road
Waterfall Skjervsfossen is interested and famous thanks to the road which lead between his two cascadas. The view from afar is so interesting to him. continue reading
Lom Stave Church
The oldest wooden church in Norway
The Stavkirke Quarry is considered to be the oldest wooden church in Norway. Its surroundings are unspoiled, so it has really strong mysterious atmosphere continue reading
Vidfossen Waterfall
A beautiful waterfall just off Odda
In the area of Odda town you will find a number of beautiful waterfalls. One of them is Vidfossen located just off the main road. This waterfall is also interesting because it is divided into a number of streams shortly before its end continue reading
Røldal Stave Church
The picturesque church in Røldal
Røldal Stave Church (Røldal stavkirke) is a typical example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture in Norway. The surrounding countryside and the adjacent cemetery give it a special charm. continue reading
Seven Sisters Waterfall
The most famous Norwegian waterfall
One of the most famous waterfalls of Norway is certainly the Seven Sisters (Dei Sju Systrene), which falls from a height of 250 meters directly into the waters of the Geiranger Fjord. The best view of the waterfall is directly from the boat, but it is also seen from the well-known fjord view continue reading
Stigfossen Waterfall
A famous waterfall over the Troll Trail
Stigfossen is a well-known waterfall around which leads the most famous road in Norway – Trollstigen. The most famous place of this route is where the road overpasses the waterfall by a bridge. The waterfall is 320 meters high continue reading
View of the Storfjord
Beautiful view over Eidsal
In the vicinity of the Grotet mountain (1,519 m above sea level) you will find a number of amazing sightseeing hiking trails on which you can enjoy views of the mighty Storfjord. the starting point of the routes are homesteads high above the port city of Eidsdal continue reading
Myrkdalen Mountain Valley
Typical mountain Norwegian valley
To the north of the town of Vinje leads road number 13, through the beautiful valley of the Myrkdaselvi River. The prettiest part of the Myrkdalen valley is in place where the road rises through serpentines around a picturesque waterfall. Around are typical red houses. Beautiful place for a short walk continue reading
Huldafossen Waterfall
Double waterfall
The beautiful double waterfall of Huldafossen is located in the relatively small valley of Storedalen, leading from the town of Fresvik. Outside of the waterfall and the beautiful valley, you can enjoy the view of the Fresvikbreen Glacier continue reading
Ovre Sjodalsvatnet Lake
Beautiful lake near Jotunheimen
Lake Ovre Sjodalsvatnet is located just off Highway 51 leading east of the mighty Jotunheimen Mountains. From the shore it is possible to hike to a viewpoint between this lake and the nearby lake Nedre Sjodalsvatnet continue reading
Haugabreen Glacier
Offshoot of the Jostedalsbreen Glacier
Haugabreen glacier is relatively easily available offshoot of huge glacier Jostedalsbreen – the largest glacier in continental Europe. You will find it in the Stardalen valley continue reading
Hopperstad Stave Church
Dragon church
The Hopperstad Stave Church (Hopperstad stavkirke) belongs to a number of beautiful stave churches, which you will find in Norway around thirty. It is located just a short walk from the small town of Vik near Sognefjord continue reading
Alesund
City on three islands
Alesund has nearly 50,000 inhabitants. It has great fishing history. It is located on three islands connected by bridges. From the surrounding hills, there are great views to the city. continue reading
Galdhoppigen
The highest mountain in Norway
Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m above sea level) is the highest mountain in Norway in the Jotunheimen National Park. Ascent starts from Juvasshytta chalet (2–3 hours out). From the top you will see the entire Jotunheimen mountain range continue reading
Preikestolen
Famous Preacher's Pulpit
Preikestolen is one of the most famous and interesting places in Norway. It is a rock plateau 604 meters above Lysefjorden. In English it is called „Preacher's Pulpit“. It is located approximately 30 km east of Stavanger. The ascent back and forth takes about 3–4 hours continue reading
Kjeragbolten
The most famous Norwegian stone
Highly above Lysfjord there is an interesting natural uniqueness – a round Kjeragbolten boulder tucked between the rock walls. Ideal photo spot for daredevil. Besides, there is a beautiful hike full of amazing views deep into the fjord continue reading
Rondvatnet lake
The most beautiful lake in the Rondane NP
Lake Rondvatnet (1,155m above sea level) is the largest and most picturesque lake in the Rondane National Park. It is also an excellent starting point for hikes to the surrounding mountains. continue reading
Furebergsfossen Waterfall
Really wide waterfall
The Furebergsfossen Falls are about 7 kilometers behind the Bondhus. It is right by the road and it is a pretty wide waterfall with a convenient parking lot. It is about 150 meters high continue reading
Asafossen Waterfall
Beautiful waterfall near Skjolden
The Asafossen Waterfall is located just a short drive from Skjolden, directly above the main road number 55 leading to the Jotunheimen National Park. continue reading
Vågå Stave Church
One of the oldest wooden churches in Norway
The Vågå stave church is one of the oldest churches in Norway. You will find it in the town of Vagamo, situated on the Otta River continue reading
Nordkapp
The most famous Cape of Norway
Nordkapp, the North Cape, is a great tourist attraction in Norway. But it is not true that it would be the most northernmost place in continental Europe because it is located on the island. The northernmost point is the Nordkinn Cape. Anyway, this is an interesting place to find a museum continue reading
Buarbreen Glacier
Offshoot of the huge glacier Folgefonna
From the city of Odda you can take a variety of great hikes. One of them will take you to the Buerdalen Valley directly to the Buarbreen Glacier, one of the many ofshoots of the huge Folgefonn Glacier continue reading
