Allemannsretten (Right to Roam)

The Allemannsretten (Right to Roam) is one of the greatest laws in the world and a cornerstone of Norwegian culture. It guarantees everyone — Norwegians and tourists alike — the right to move freely in nature and stay overnight there. What is allowed Hiking and cycling everywhere in the open count

Norway is an angler's paradise. The rules: Saltwater (sea, fjords): Free and license-free for everyone! Only hand fishing allowed (no nets, no traps). Freshwater (lakes, rivers): Fishing license (Fiskekort) required. Available online, at tourist offices, and sports shops. Prices: 50–500 NOK per day

Embassies & Consulates

German Embassy Oslo Address: Oscars gate 45, 0244 Oslo Phone: +47 23 27 54 00 Emergency outside office hours: +47 23 27 54 00 (follow the announcement) Web: oslo.diplo.de Office hours: Mon–Fri 9:00–12:00 (Consular section) Austrian Embassy Oslo Address: Thomas Heftyes gate 19-21, 0264 Oslo Phone

Norway is not an EU member but is part of the Schengen Area. This means: Germans, Austrians, Swiss: ID card or passport is sufficient. No visa required. Border controls: Generally no controls at land borders (Sweden, Finland) and airports from the Schengen Area. Random checks may occur when enterin

On holidays, shops are closed (including supermarkets!). Restaurants and tourist facilities usually remain open. DateHolidayNote January 1stNyttårsdag (New Year)Everything closed VariableSkjærtorsdag (Maundy Thursday)Shops closed from noon VariableLangfredag (Good Friday)Everything closed Variabl

Norway is one of the safest travel countries in the world. Medical care is excellent, and crime is low. Medical Care The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is accepted in Norway (despite non-EU membership, thanks to the EEA agreement) Legevakt (emergency medical service): Available in every maj

Norway's currency is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Norway is NOT in the Eurozone. Exchange Rate 1 EUR ≈ 11–12 NOK (as of 2026). The rate fluctuates — check current rates at xe.com or in the banking app. Payment Norway is practically cashless. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are accepted everywhere —

Norway has an excellent digital infrastructure — even in remote areas. EU Roaming: Although Norway is not in the EU, the EU roaming agreement also applies in Norway (EEA member). Your German SIM card works at domestic rates — calls, SMS, and data volume as at home. WLAN: Almost everywhere available

Basics & Pronunciation

Norwegian (Norsk) has two official written languages: Bokmål (the more common, similar to Danish) and Nynorsk (closer to Old Norse, prevalent in Western Norway). For travelers, Bokmål is completely sufficient. Special Letters Æ/æ: Like “ä" in German Ø/ø: Like “ö" in German Å/å: Like an open “o" (s

Important Words & Phrases

Greetings & Politeness GermanNorwegianPronunciation HelloHeiHai Good morningGod morgenGuh morgen Good dayGod dagGuh dahg Good eveningGod kveldGuh kvell GoodbyeHa det (bra)Ha de (bra) Thank youTakkTakk Thank you very muchTusen takkTüsen takk You're welcomeVær så godWär soh guh YesJaJa NoNeiNai Excu

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Travel Guide Norway

Your complete travel guide for the land of fjords, northern lights, and midnight sun

Capital:Oslo

Language:Norwegian (Bokmål/Nynorsk)

Currency:Norwegian Krone (NOK)

Entry:ID card (Schengen)

Best Travel Time:June – August (Summer), Oct – March (Northern Lights)

Flight Time:2 – 2.5 hours

Last updated: 10 March 2026 · 13 Chapters · 72 Sections

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The Fjord Classic

10–14 days

The ultimate Norway route from south to north — fjords, mountains, fishing villages. Perfect for first-time visitors.

OsloBergenSognefjord/FlåmGeirangerfjordÅlesundLofoten

Northern Lights Expedition

5–7 days

The best route for Northern Lights hunters: October to February through Northern Norway, from Tromsø across the islands to the North Cape.

TromsøSenjaLofotenAlta/Nordkap

Southern Norway Tour

7–10 days

The sunny side of Norway: archipelago coast, Preikestolen, the underwater restaurant Under, and the charm of Bergen.

KristiansandMandalLindesnesStavangerPreikestolenKjeragboltenBergen

Norway by Train

7–10 days

Four of the world's most beautiful railway routes in one journey — from Oslo via Bergen and Trondheim to beyond the Arctic Circle to Bodø.

OsloBergen (Bergensbanen)Flåm (Flåmsbana)Trondheim (Dovrebanen)Bodø (Nordlandsbanen)

Lofoten & Vesterålen Intensive

7–10 days

Dive deep into the island world: hiking, kayaking, whale watching, and the most beautiful fishing villages in the world.

SvolværHenningsværLeknesReineÅAndøya (Wale)Senja

All Chapters

Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Norway

5 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

5 Sections

Regions· 5 Chapters

Chapter 3

Oslo

8 Sections · 1 Walking Tour

Chapter 4

The Fjords

8 Sections

Chapter 5

Bergen & West Coast

7 Sections

Chapter 6

Lofoten & Northern Norway

8 Sections

Chapter 7

Southern Norway & Fjells

6 Sections

Understanding· 4 Chapters

Chapter 8

History of Norway

3 Sections

Chapter 9

Society & Culture

3 Sections

Chapter 10

Food & Drink

3 Sections

Chapter 11

Nature & Art

3 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 12

Practical Info A-Z

11 Sections

Chapter 13

Norwegian Phrasebook

2 Sections

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Regions at a Glance

Oslo & Østlandet

Norway's vibrant capital with world-class museums, spectacular architecture, and the Oslofjord right at the doorstep.

Vigeland ParkMunch MuseumOpera HouseBygdøy+1

Oslo Norwegen

Fjords & Vestland

The heart of Norway: UNESCO fjords, iconic hiking destinations, and the steepest railway line in the world.

GeirangerfjordSognefjordPreikestolenTrolltunga+1

Norwegen

Bergen & Surroundings

The UNESCO World Heritage Bryggen, the fish market, the Fløibanen, and the gateway to the fjords — Norway's most charming city.

BryggenFløibanenFish MarketTroldhaugen+1

Norwegen

Lofoten & Northern Norway

Dramatic islands, Northern Lights, whales, and the North Cape — Norway's Arctic adventure.

ReineTromsøNorth CapeWhale Watching+1

Norwegen

Southern Norway

White wooden houses, archipelago coast, the warmest bathing temperatures, and Norway's underrated Riviera.

KristiansandStavangerLindesnesArchipelago Coast+1

Norwegen

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Schlüsseldaten

Daten: Wikidata

Einwohner: 5.627.400(2026)
Fläche: 385.207 km²
Hauptstadt: Oslo
Währung: norwegische Krone
Amtssprache: Bokmål, samische Sprachen, Nynorsk, Norwegisch
Vorwahl: +47
Zeitzone: UTC+1
Gegründet: 1905-10-26

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