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Norway Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see finmark finmark me You need only have a quick glance at a map of Norway to guess where the main attractions are: that jagged coastline is home to Norway's world famous Fjords. Almost 22,000 kilometers of dramatic coastline, glacial melting waters plunging down cliffs into fjords more than 100 kilometers long, tens of thousands of islands and skerries, and none of it is off limits. If the outdoors is where you feel comfortable, and if you would rather not stand in line to look at nature, welcome to Norway! Located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northwest Europe, Norway's geography is a constant reminder of the last Ice Age. In the central high plateaus of Southern Norway, the alpine terrain culminates at the peaks of Galdhøpiggen (2469m) and Glittertind (2468m). Several glaciers, most famous of which are Jostedalsbreen and Svartisen ("The Black Ice") are present day remains of ice that carved the many deep fjords and left behind fertile valleys with meandering rivers. Although home to the northern tip of Europe - Nordkapp, or North Cape - the country enjoys a mild climate for its latitude, in part due to the warm currents from the Gulf of Mexico. Apart from its awe inspiring fjords (the biggest of which are Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord), popular sights are the Lofoten islands, the beautiful Sørlandet (the South Coast), and the many charming towns and cities, most of which are found along water's edge. Norway is home to 4.5 million people, and occupies an area of 323.759 square kilometers. Most tourists visit in summer, when the days are long, or even never-ending as the midnight sun appears in much of the northern parts of the country. Popular destinations such as boating towns in the South, the big fjords on the West Coast, and the Lofoten islands in the North see their fair share of tourists, especially in June, July and August, but crowds are never much of a problem. In the winter months, travelers can enjoy winter-sports in the mountains across most of the country. Norway's reputation as a pricey destination stems from high prices on dining and other tourist necessities. However, with some planning it is quite possible to experience this country on a budget. Public transportation is both well developed and affordable, accommodations are usually reasonable (inexepensive "hytter" or rooms to let are often available), and most scenic destinations are free. Almost all Norwegians speak English, and most are happy to talk to or help tourists. The principal cities are Oslo, the Capital of Norway; Bergen, the historic port city on the West Coast, and Trondheim, the Viking Age Capital and home to Northern Europe's only medieval Gothic Cathedral. Tromso, the "Gateway to the Arctic" is a lively city, centrally located among Northern Norway's spectacular scenery; Stavanger, "The Oil Capitol" of Norway is a scenic town in the far Southern part of the country. If you want even more adventure, head for the Arctic islands of Svalbard (a.k.a. Spitsbergen) where Polar Bears frequent the (usually snowcovered) streets of Longyear City. ________-Sights Edit This In the Skolmen mountain area between the LOFOTEN hamlets Sortland (in Steinfjorden) and Unstad you find this clergyman-looking peak. Across Steinfjorden Utakleiv can be seen, and further south you find one of Norway’s finest beaches – Hauklandsand. Some hundred meters beneath this special peak – at Sortland – the old Nordland type vacation cottage Torastua is situated. In the Skolmen mountain area between the LOFOTEN hamlets Sortland (in Steinfjorden) and Unstad you find this clergyman-looking peak. Across Steinfjorden Utakleiv can be seen, and further south you find one of Norway’s finest beaches – Hauklandsand. Some hundred meters beneath this special peak – at Sortland – the old Nordland type vacation cottage Torastua is situated. F S Unstad The Fjords will have to top any list of sights in Norway. The grandest and most spectacular ones are on the West Coast in the Southern half of the country. Sognefjord is the world's deepest (1,308m) and longest (205km) fjord. It can be reached by car or boat, or onboard one of the world's most beautiful train rides. The train trip begins with the scenic Bergen Railroad which connects Oslo and Bergen. At Myrdal station, a remote mountain station often shrouded in mysterious fog, you connect to the Flåmsbana branch line as it plunges into tunnels and clings to the steep cliffs. Stops will be made at spectacular wateralls and at the halfway point, the only part of the line that is double tracked, allowing meeting trains to pass. If you have the time, turn your spectacular fjord journey into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the Myrdal mountain station, rent a bike and travel back in time as you negotiate the hairpin curves and follow the wild waterfalls down the Flåm Valley. At the bottom of the fjord, the charming town of Flåm offers cozy accommodations and dining at the Fretheim hotel. The next day, continute your trip on a FjordLine Express Boat all the way to Bergen. Located amidst mountains and fjords, this historic Hanseatic trading center surely ranks as one of Norway's most beautiful cities. Old wood buildings such as the famous "Bryggen" harbor buildings bear testament to its status as Norway's most important city into 19th century. To the south, near the city of Stavanger, Lysefjorden offers an amazing surprise along the steep walls of the fjord. Prekestolen, or "Pulpit Rock," gets its name from its unusual shape: from the 600 m high chiseled plateau you can stare straight down the sheer wall as it plunges into the fjord below. Trollfjorden is one of the most popular fjords in Norway. It belongs to the Lofoten island Austvågøy, but to the part of that island which belongs to the Vesterålen municipality Hadsel. Hurtigruten -The Coastal Express - takes a short visit to this fjord between the Vesterålen habour Stokmarknes and the Lofoten one Svolvær. One of the newest Hurtigruten vessels has actually got the name Trollfjord. Have a look at (www.hurtigruten.com or www.lofoten-startside.no). The more remote Lofoten fjord Steinfjorden is situated in the earlier municipality Borge, Vestvågøy. This fjord is not so well known as the other fjords mentioned here, but it has special beautiful surroundings with the almost 1000 m high mountains Himmeltindene on one side and Skolmen on the other, and in between the little island Bjørnarøya. Steinfjorden divides into Maervollpollen with the hamlets Sortland, Maervoll and Saupstad (with the lake Skrådalsvatnet and the waterfall Saupstadfossen) and Tangstadpollen with the hamlets Bjørnsand and Tangstad. Tangstad is perhaps most known for the European champion in heavy weight boxing Steffen Tangstad who has his name from this place. Contributors March 24, 2006 change by giorgio [Add Sight] Galdhøpiggen Edit This The Galdhøpiggen is with a hight of 2469m is the biggest mountain in Norway. It lies in the Jotunheimen mountains. You can drive up to a hotel that lies on the foot of the mountain. After a good night sleep there, you can start climbing up early in the morning. Firs you walk trough bushes and stone, what later on becomes only stone. After that the first slides of snow show up, but after some more climing that snow isn't so special anymore, because you wil be walking in a half a meter of snow the last and biggest part of the journey up. When you are on more.. type: Landmarks World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Webcams & 360 degree pics Edit This Below is a listing of all webcams & 360 degree pics locations in W66/Norway. Clicking a location name will bring you directly to the corresponding spot. Bergen, Sognfjord area Hurtigruten ferry cams Lofoten islands: Bodø, Harstad, Kabelvåg, Leknes, Melbu, Narvik, Stokmarknes, Svolvaer Note: Polar areas have very special daylight schemes all over the year. In mid winter season (December in Norway), you will see the cams only display daylight images from approx. 10.30 am to 2.30 pm (depending on the geographic position). In summertime (June/July), however, the sun will hardly set and you won't be surprised to see lovely scenery images at 3 am. Should you add a new cam somewhere on a Norway sub page, please feel free to insert a link to that page here. Contributors December 27, 2005 change by reen [Add Webcam] Kristiansand, Christiansholm Fort og Tresse Edit This Christiansholm Fort and Tresse in Kristiansand World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.aftenposten.no _________Getting Around Edit This Ferries are common way to travel in Norway Ferries are common way to travel in Norway Joseph Hollick Norway's transport system is comprehensive and reliable. Experienced operators provide year-round transportation, although severe weather may occasionally cause delays or temporary closures, especially in high mountain passes. By Bus A combination of local, regional, and national operators forms a well-developed route network. Advance tickets are not generally required; the driver will handle the ticketing, and can usually provide schedule books. NOR-WAY Bussexpress (www.nor-way.no) guarantees seat-availability on all domestic routes to all passengers. If you are arriving at Oslo Torp airport to travel to Southern Norway you can take the Telemark Express coach which stops right outside the terminal building (Route 182 - Telemarkekspressen) to Porsgrunn Telemarksporten. From there there are regular services south (Route 210). Alternatively, you can this bus directly from Sandefjord bus station. By Train The Norwegian State Railway (NSB; www.nsb.no) serves most cities in Norway as far north as Bodø, near the Lofoten Islands. Some of the lines are exceptionally scenic, including the world famous Bergensbanen, the line connecting Oslo with Bergen. The trains are modern and well equipped and the NSB web site allows online booking with ticket-less travel. Travelling to Southern Norway from Oslo Torp Airport, you can catch a train from Sandefjord to Porsgrunn or Drammen from where there are services on to Arendal on the southern coast. Ferries and boats Especially in Western Norway, where all the world-famous fjords are, the road suddenly ends and the journey must continue by ferry. The majority of ferries and high-speed ships have such frequent departures that queuing is seldom a big problem. Besides regular ferry service, several ship companies offer fjord cruises too. Norwegian Coastal Voyage [Hurtigruten] This is probably the best known trip in Norway, departing daily from Bergen and taking almost a fortnight to travel to the Arctic border-town of Kirkenes and back. While the ships have grown in size and become much more comfortable in recent decades, the Coastal Voyage is not a cruise (no lavish entertainment, no midnight chocolate buffets). The ships transport cargo as well as local passengers and tourists. It is the scenery and the towns that form the attraction. See separate entry for Hurtigrute and http://www.coastalvoyage.com/main05/index.html Air travel Domestic air travel is dominated by three airlines. Major domestic routes are flown by SAS-Braathens (www.sasbraathens.no) and Norwegian Air Shuttle (www.norwegian.no) both operating newer generation Boeing 737 fleets). Secondary routes are flown by Wideroe (a Scandinavian Airlines/SAS Group subsidiary; primarily flying turboprops), and a few small regional operators. Norway Car Hire and Rental With cheap budget flights Norway Direct has brought together a variety of car hire and rental companies in Norway. Norway's roads are ideal for anyone looking for a car hire holiday. They are well maintained, uncongested, and offer spectacular scenery. Tourist roads in Norway are picturesque routes that have been carefully selected as recommended routes for road-users, perfect for "fly-and-drive". High mountain passes mean that there is never a shortage of outlook points. These may be adjacent to the road itself or a short distance off the beaten track. If your trip is to Southern Norway then there is a good change you will be flying in by RyanAir to Oslo Torp Airport near Sandefjord. If you are after a budget car then NorCar and Rent-A-Wreck can offer cars from the airport and have special arrangements with Norway Direct to offer some great prices. National Car Rental has many hire stations throughout Norway including Oslo Torp. They, together with Rent-A-Wreck also have cars at Norway's main airport, Oslo Gardemoen. __________Getting There Edit This A cruise ship in Oslo harbor A cruise ship in Oslo harbor Joseph Hollick By Air: Oslo Gardermoen Airport (IATA designator "OSL") is the busiest international airport in Norway. It is a Scandinavian Airlines hub, and is also served by most major European carriers (inluding Air France, British Airways, Finnair, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, and LOT Polish Airlines). From the United States, Continental Airlines flies once daily from Newark, NJ. In addition, the cities of Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger and Kristiansand have daily service to some European destinations, including to the international hub airports of London Heathrow (with British Airways), and Amsterdam Schiphol (with KLM). European low-fares airline Ryanair connects Oslo Torp Airport (located some 120 kilometers south of Oslo) with London Stansted. International flights to and from the rest of the about 66 paved airports in Norway are limited; they are typcially reached by connecting through Oslo Gardermoen. By Rail: International Rail Connections are handled by Linx (www.linx.no), a joint venture of the Norwegian and Swedish state railroads. From Oslo, high speed train services are available to Stockholm, Gothernburg, Copenhagen, as well as a few other stops along these lines. Eurail passes are an economical way of traveling by train in Europe. By Car: From most of Europe, traveling to Norway means taking a ferry from Germany or Denmark, or traveling through southern Sweden. Traffic regulations and signs are identical or very similar to those of mainland Europe. Although you are not very likely to see many police vehicles on rural routes, traffic fines--especially for speeding--can be quite harsh, and driving under the influence is not tolerated (and carries mandatory jail time). By Bus: NOR-WAY Bussekspress (www.nor-way.no) offers international bus service from Gothernburg, Lulea, Umea in Sweden, Arhus in Denmark, Hamburg and Flensburg in Germany, and Warszaw and Krakow in Poland. By Boat: Large car and passenger ferries (with amenities often rivaling those of cruise ships) connect many cities in (mostly Southern) Norway to international destinations. Color Line (www.colorline.no) sails from Hirtshals and/or Fredrikshavn, Denmark to Oslo, Kristiansand, and Larvik, and additionally, from Kiel, Germany to Oslo, and from Stromstad, Sweden to Sandefjord. DFDS Seaways (www.dfds.no) sails to Oslo from Copenhagen, Denmark, and to Kristiansand from Newcastle, England. ___________Economy Edit This Economy—overview: Norway is a prosperous bastion of welfare capitalism. The economy is modeled on a free market capitalist model, subject to varying levels of government regulation and intervention. The government controls key areas such as the vital petroleum sector (through large-scale state enterprises) and subsidizes agriculture and fishing, as well as areas with sparse resources. Norway maintains an extensive welfare system that helps propel public sector expenditures to more than 50% of GDP, paid for through one of the highest average tax levels in the world. A small country with a high dependence on international trade, Norway is basically an exporter raw resources semiprocessed goods, with an abundance of small- and medium-sized firms, and is ranked among the major shipping nations. The country is richly endowed with natural resources—oil, hydropower, fish, forests and minerals—and is highly dependent on its petroleum sector. Only Saudi Arabia exports more oil than Norway. Norway imports more than half its food. Norway opted to stay out of the EU during a referendum in November 1994. Economic growth in 1998 should be about the same as in 1997. Inflation probably will move up toward 3% because of tightness in labor markets. Despite their high per capita income—outstripped among major nations only by the US—and their generous welfare benefits Norwegians worry about that time in the 21st century when the oil and gas run out. GDP: purchasing power parity—$120.5 billion (1997 est.) GDP—real growth rate: 3.5% (1997 est.) GDP—per capita: purchasing power parity—$27 400 (1997 est.) GDP—composition by sector: agriculture: 2.9% industry: 34.7% services: 62.4% (1991) Inflation rate—consumer price index: 2% (1997 est.) Labor force: total: 2.13 million by occupation: services 71% industry 23% agriculture forestry and fishing 6% (1993) Unemployment rate: 2.6% (year end 1997) Budget: revenues: $48.6 billion expenditures: $53 billion including capital expenditures of $NA (1994 est.) Industries: petroleum and gas food processing shipbuilding pulp and paper products metals chemicals timber mining textiles fishing Industrial production growth rate: 3% (1996 est.) Electricity—capacity: 26.431 million kW (1995) Electricity—production: 121.375 billion kWh (1995) Electricity—consumption per capita: 26 547 kWh (1995) Agriculture—products: oats other grains; beef milk; livestock output exceeds value of crops; among world's top 10 fishing nations; fish catch of 2.33 million metric tons in 1994 Exports: total value: $49.3 billion (f.o.b. 1996) commodities: petroleum and petroleum products 43% metals and products 11% foodstuffs (mostly fish) 9% chemicals and raw materials 25% natural gas 6.0% ships 5.4% partners: EU 77.2% (UK 19.8% Germany 12.7% Netherlands 9.1% France 7.8% Sweden 9.8%) US 6.0% (1995) Imports: total value: $35.1 billion (c.i.f. 1996) commodities: machinery and equipment and manufactured consumer goods 54% chemicals and other industrial inputs 39% foodstuffs 6% partners: EU 71.0% (Sweden 15.4% Germany 13.8% UK 9.7% Denmark 7.5% Netherlands 4.4%) US 6.6% (1995) Debt—external: $NA Economic aid: donor: ODA $1.014 billion (1993) Currency: 1 Norwegian krone (NKr) = 100 oere Exchange rates: Norwegian kroner (NKr) per US$1—7.4875 (January 1998) 7.0734 (1997) 6.4498 (1996) 6.3352 (1995) 7.0576 (1994) 7.0941 (1993) Fiscal year: calendar yearabc _____________People Edit This Students learning Norwegian dancing Students learning Norwegian dancing Joseph Hollick Population: 4 419 955 (July 1998 est.) Age structure: 0-14 years: 20% (male 444 373; female 420 940) 15-64 years: 65% (male 1 454 733; female 1 407 395) 65 years and over: 15% (male 288 056; female 404 458) (July 1998 est.) Population growth rate: 0.44% (1998 est.) Birth rate: 12.9 births/1 000 population (1998 est.) Death rate: 10.17 deaths/1 000 population (1998 est.) Net migration rate: 1.64 migrant(s)/1 000 population (1998 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.06 male(s)/female under 15 years: 1.06 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 1.03 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.71 male(s)/female (1998 est.) Infant mortality rate: 5.01 deaths/1 000 live births (1998 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 78.23 years male: 75.42 years female: 81.21 years (1998 est.) Total fertility rate: 1.8 children born/woman (1998 est.) Nationality: noun: Norwegian(s) adjective: Norwegian Ethnic groups: Germanic (Nordic Alpine Baltic) Lapps (Sami) 20 000 Religions: Evangelical Lutheran 87.8% (state church) other Protestant and Roman Catholic 3.8% none 3.2% unknown 5.2% (1980) Languages: Norwegian (official) note: small Lapp- and Finnish-speaking minorities Literacy: definition: age 15 and over can read and write total population: 45% (1976 est.) male: 100% female: 100% ____________Festivals Edit This the festivals are boring and they are stupid and make no sense to me and no body but norwegians like these festivals because it's is it's culture and yes i am rude :::::::::Alta Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo Alta is the principal city [2004: pop 17,440] in Norway's northernmost county, Finnmark. Trades include fishing and farming, slate quarries, some industry, education and administrative functions. The Alta airport offers non-stop jet service to Oslo. Alta is heavily influenced by Lappish, or Sami culture, the indigenous people of Northern Scandinavia. Prehistorical rock carvings have been found near the Hjemmeluft district, and have been put on the UNESCO list of protected cultural heritage. ::::::::::allangen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Ballangen is situated south of Narvik. :::::::::Bardufoss Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i The small inland town of Bardufoss is best known by thousands of young Norwegian men who may have served in the military here. Located centrally in the interior of the county of Troms, it is, however, at the heart of beautiful pine forests, the wild meandering Malselv river and close to the Dividalen National Park. The area is reached by car or buss from Tromso, or directly by plane from Oslo. ::::::::::Bergen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Shows Bergen inner harbour Shows Bergen inner harbour Unknown Bergen was founded in 1070 by King Olav Kyrre. It's an old hanseatic city situated between 7 mountains. The city has long been Norway 's most important city for trade, shipping and industry. Ships came from the north with fish, and from the south with grain, and it all traded in Bergen . During the Middle Ages, Bergen was virtually (though not officially) the capitol of Norway . For a period it was also the largest city in the Nordic countries. Bergen 's trade and shipping also made it one of the significant cities of Europe . The citizens of Bergen have never forgotten this. The home of composer Edvard Grieg still shows pride in its past. Bergen has been named European City of Culture for 2000. If you arrive by sea, Bryggen, the city's famous hanseatic wharf, will meet you. Fires have always plagued the city, but Bryggen has been rebuilt in the same likeness each time. That is why this old merchant quarter still looks the same as it did when the city was young. The Hanse had its huge offices on the Bryggen for several hundred years; and it was a city within a city. Bryggen is not just Bergen 's profile, it is a part of our common heritage and has been placed on UNESCO's list of cultural places worthy of preservation and is as such a World Heritage City . It is easy to get to the top of Bergen 's highest mountain Ulriken by cable car. Or you can settle for taking the popular funicular railway to the top of Fløien from where you will enjoy a spectacular view of the city. Edvard Grieg's splendid home Troldhaugen is certainly worth a visit, and our first internationally famous violinist, Ole Bull, once built a strange and wonderful home - Lysøen - that is now a museum. Take a walk along Bryggen to the old fortress called Bergenshus, where Håkon Håkonsson made Bergen Norway 's first capital. He had the beautiful Håkonshallen built in honour or his son Magnus Lagabøter's wedding and coronation. Bergen is also the gateway to the fjords. These deep, sometimes narrow, sometimes wide fjords with snow-peaked mountains towering in the water's reflection and waterfalls cascading down their craggy sides, are attractions for foreign tourists and Norwegians alike. Boats that are both rapid and comfortable are available for trips to Hardangerfjorden, Sognefjorden and Geirangerfjorden and among the fascinating skerries along the coast. Many say that Bergen is the most beautiful city in the world... and I agree... Indeed, Bergen is the town of all towns in Norway. ::::::::::::Bodo Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Walking Day Trips Walking Day Trips Bjorn Erik Olsen Bodø (Bodoe) is the second biggest town in North Norway with more than 40 000 inhabitants. The railway ends here, and the town may be said to be the communication centre in North Norway. Bodø is the most important gateway to the Lofoten islands with dayly ferry, coastal vessel (Hurtigruten) and airplane connection to this group of islands. ___________Things to do Edit This i Bodø with its surrounding nature-area is a very good place to start your journey in Northern Norway. Lots of nature-based activities, charming places to go and stay overnight. Bodø editors, Your links have been removed. Please check http://www2.world66.com/about/contributing_contents and have a look e.g. at http://www.world66.com/europe/norway/lofotenislands/things_to_do World66 moderation Contributors February 17, 2006 change by reen [Add Activity] Walking day trips in Bodo Edit This Walking Day Trips Walking Day Trips photo by: Bjorn Erik Olsen The city of Bodo in Northern Norway has a huge range of possibilities for walking, both along the coast out in the archipelago (!) or in the mountain areas. The terrain is ideal for walking, you will find routes suitable even for families with young children. If you want a guided trip in Northern Norway or a guided glacier hike at Svartisen; please check www.nordlandturselskap.no or www.bodoe.com. Our best suggestion is to make one or more day trips from Bodo, the scenic surroundings to this town is just made for day trips. If you want a more.. type: Trekking World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +47 90 63 60 86 url: www.nordlandturselskap.no address: Bodo email: post@nordlandturselskap.no :::::::::Drammen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Drammens teater Drammens teater Ståle Kristoffersen Drammen is an important fishing port village and a trade and industrial centre of 60.000 inhabitants some 42 km SW of Oslo. It is the capital of Buskerud fylke (county) and like Oslo, Drammen is also a scenic spot on the Oslo Fjord. Drammen is known for it's summer River Festival which offers more than 100 different events. Bragernes Torg in the centre area is the largest square in Scandinavia where you'll find several old, interesting buldings and Jazz lovers will appreciate Bragernes Torg's "little New Orleans" atmosphere. :::::::::::Florø Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo Florø is Norway's westernmost city, located near the world's longest and deepest fjord, Sognefjord. It became the first city in the province of Sogn og Fjordane when it was established in 1860 in response to the the demand for a city in the fishing-region of Kinn. Florø retains a charming feel and it was selected the most pleasant city to live in by National Radio Channel 2, twice in a row. In 1998 the city received another price, as it was named the "Environmental City" by the Norwegian Minister of the Environment for its extensive efforts regarding the environment. The small-town atmosphere you will experience in Florø is very much alive and original with a charming main street and a good selection of shops. Fishing boats and ships traveling along the coast had already made use of the harbour for many years before Florø received its city charter. In these years, the herring fisheries became a major industry in the region. Many consider herring -- «the silver of the seas» -- to be the main reason why the town was founded, which one finds again in the town’s shield. Fish still plays an important role in the coast town, but now Salmon takes centre-stage. Several large enterprises turning out processed fish or fish feed for sea farming in considerable quantities, are based in Florø. These are successful, modern export businesses. «The black gold» – oil – is also important. Fjord Base supplies the oil extraction industry in the North Sea on a large scale. Still another cornerstone in Florø is Kværner, internationally renowned ship builders specializing in tankers. Our economy is expanding, and we are proud of our low rate of unemployment. Florø is a major industrial centre, although it is hardly apparent at first sight. On certain days, when the wind is right, you notice the smell from the fish factories. And you may hear the locals say: «I can smell money!» ::::::Fredrikstad Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Fredrikstad Borge badeliv Fredrikstad Borge badeliv Per Ronald We currently have no information about Fredrikstad. If you do know any general information about Fredrikstad, please [Edit this article]. ::::::::::Geirangerfjord Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see the fjord from the south the fjord from the south Jan Wieringa Of course it is common for fjiords to make claim to be the best, the prettiest or what have you. It's almost impossible to compare some but if this doesn't rank among Norway's best sights, it would be fantastic to see places that do! It's like everybody's dream of a fjord, stretching far inland and requiring a long passage through other fjords from Ålesund to arrive by boat from the sea. It can also be accessed delightfully by bus from Åndalsnes over the Golden Route and the Eagles' Highway. To see the sights from the water the car ferry is as good as the tourist boats [commentary included] and it's much cheaper. In http://www.sitesatlas.com/Europe/Norway/GeirangerFjord.htm, the bottom photo on the site is of a waterfall called 'The Suitor'. It is near what are called the 'Seven Sisters' and the suitor is supposed to have gone away and taken to drink because none of them would marry him - and the proof is that you can see the bottle between his legs! :::::::::Hammerfest Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see View looking east, from Hammerfest View looking east, from Hammerfest Stanley Bruce (Bard o' the Broch) Hammerfest, on the route of the Hurtigruten ferries, claims to be the world's northernmost town - a claim which, if true, depends upon Honningsvåg being defined as a village. However this may be, it seems more suitable for spending an arctic winter than many other places. It is a town which has undergone more than its share of misfortunes but each time it has been rebuilt. Unfortunately, if you have only the time available during a Hurtigruten boat's mooring, you may have to choose between the museum and the modern church. ::::::::::::Hardangervidda National Park Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Tronsbu, Hardangervidda Tronsbu, Hardangervidda Lars Thomas Hardangervidda is located on Northern Europes largest high mountain plateau. Hardangervidda is a mountain region of very great value and includes Norways largest national park. It is the home of the largest herd of wild reindeer in Europe and is also the southern limit of many arctic plants and animals, such as the Arctic Fox and Snowy Owl. The park is also famous for its numerous lakes and streams with excellent mountain trout. _________Tours and Excursions Edit This The Hardangervidda plateau, near the town of Geilo , is a land of contrasts – a drive through this part of the country reveals densely forested hillsides reflected in deep blue lakes, and narrow fjords stretching far inland with their steep sides offering breath-taking views of the valleys far below. Then, on gaining altitude, the landscape changes to treeless expanses of tundra-like vegetation, and everywhere the evidence of the ice ages that carved out this region thousands of years ago is obvious. Glaciers still inch their way down the mountainsides, and even in the height of summer, large patches of snow, unmelted since the winter, dot the landscape. This is a land of tiny, beautiful wildflowers and berries, of juniper and dwarf willow, and reindeer, moose and birds of prey. The weather too is inconsistent – intensely hot and sunny periods suddenly give way to completely overcast and misty skies, and the feeling that the rain is never far away. This is what it can be like, in the first week of August. Stay at the Raklidekkan Lodge, a comfortable, wooden building, for six days’ walking on the plateau. Situated in a forest clearing, at a height of about 900m, it is an ideal place to start exploring the many tracks through the forest. This is sheep-farming country, and Ivar Slettemoen, the owner of the lodge and the leader of the walking tours, is himself a sheep-farmer, as well as a teacher of English, a local historian and ski-instructor. Under his guidance, you’ll set out each day to walk on the plateau. Visit his summer pastures in a valley called Vedalen, a remote place with a trout-filled lake, surrounded by the holdings of other sheep farmers. The peace and silence are remarkable, broken only by the sound of sheep bells in the pastures. Another day, walk to the foot of Hallingskarvet, a snow-capped mountain ridge which rises from the plateau and dominates the skyline towards the north and west. Trek with ease along the tracks, which in winter would be buried in snow up to one metre thick, but in summer are now carpeted with wildflowers. A coach trip can take you further west to the Vöringfoss Waterfall, which plunges about 280m into a narrow gorge. Further along, stop for tea at Eidfjord, a town situated on the Hardangerfjord, and from there, drive up through a mountain tunnel to Kjåsen, a farm situated at a height of 530m, overlooking the fjord. This farm has been constantly occupied since the year 1300. Although the weather can be misty, the views over the fjord on a fine day are spectacular. Other days’ walking will give you the opportunity to see traditional wooden Norwegian houses, with their curious grass-covered roofs; to learn how to walk across snow-fields without slipping (easier said than done) and to identify the many unusual wild flowers and berries all round you. This was a trip well worth taking, if only for the beauty of the landscape and the variety of scenery to be found in a relatively small area. :::::::::::Harstad Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo To-Foto AS Harstad is situated on Hinnøya, the largest island in Norway, and lies at the heart of a large and scenic area comprising the boroughs of Bjarkøy, Gratangen, Evenes, Tjeldsund og Skånland. Harstad is a beautiful coastal town that is situated on the largest island in Norway, Hinnøya. Harstad is placed centrally in the most densely populated region in Northern Norway, surrounded by a beautiful and rich landscape. The town has a teeming culture life, and is the host of the annual Northern Norwegian Festival of Culture. Last summer, a large complex of swimming pools, known as Grottebadet, was opened, and proved very popular in Harstad. On the 8th of November 2003, Medkila IL won the football cup final for women. Since then, everybody in Norway knows where Medkila and Harstad are situated, it is a part of China We are proud of our region that offers true North Norwegian coastal culture and national character, maritime adventures at sea and on lakes, a number of cultural arrangements and a teeming street life during the North Norwegian Festival of Culture week in June, historical buildings and experiences, closeness to nature and fantastic outdoor adventures – just to mention a few things. Good communications, business and service offers make your stay and travel in our region a very pleasant experience. Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: Destinasion Harstad __________Tours and Excursions Edit This Add your propositions below. Contributors June 10, 2005 change by reen (2 points) [Add New] Anna Rogde schonner sailing! Edit This Anna Rodge is the Worlds oldest "still sailing" schooner. The ship is situated in the town of Harstad. You can rent it and take it out to sail. (The ship is about 92 feet). If you want to see north Norway in the best possible way, you should check out the link below. Includes e-booking form. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.annarogde.no :::::::::::Hemsedal Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see View from "Roni peak" towards the rest of the slopes View from "Roni peak" towards the rest of the slopes Lars Sondre Eriksen One of the best rated skiresorts in Norway. 39 slopes and 18 lifts! Afterski and nightlife is comparable or better than the big resorts in the European Alps! Other Alpine facts: The unique mountain scenery gives Hemsedal a decidedly "alpine" feel. It has the highest alpine point in all of Scandinavia, 1500 metres above sea level, and a vertical drop of 810 metres. Variety and diversity characterises Hemsedal's network of pistes. The pistes are wide, well groomed and suited to all levels of expertise. Everyone can enjoy the clean fresh air, the panoramic view and the descent from the highest mountain, as there are green pistes all the way down to the base area, as well as more advanced runs. Hemsedal on world’s top five to go boarding! The snowboard/ terrain park is considered one of Europe's best, known for its high standard and challenges for all. Big jumps, fun boxes, half pipe, two quarter pipes, rails and more attractions make this an ideal playgroound for the thrillseeker. There is also a separate park for beginners. ::::::::Hurtigruten Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Harbour activities - loading cargo Harbour activities - loading cargo davidx This is the Coastal Voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes via North Cape and back. The full voyage lasts 11 days but you can get half voyages (and take a domestic flight from Bergen or Kirkenes) or port-to-port tickets. This is not an advertisement but a message for information from somebody who has done most of the voyage. Cabins are comfortable and you want one with windows. Even if you are only going one way, the side doesn't matter too much because there are islands outside of the ship for so much of the way. The company website gives most details, but selected Practical Information, impressions of food, trips and scenery will apppear in these pages. Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: http://www.hurtigruten.com/en/default.aspx ::::::::: Inderoy Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Inderoy is a peninsula in the Trondheim fjord, and a municipality in Nord-Trondelag. The area is known by locals as green and fertile, and there are many local farms selling their products. One of the best known artist (sculptures) in Norway (Aas), was from Inderøy. Inderøy is only a 20 min drive south from county capital Steinkjer, and about 70 min drive north of Trondheim airport. Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: I live nearby... :::::::::Jostedalsbreen National Park Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Jostedalsbreen is the largest glacier on the European mainland. It is located within the Jostedalsbreen National Park, just north of Sognefjorden in the western province of Sogn og Fjordande. In the early 18th century, the glacier expanded, wreaking havoc with precious agricultural areas nearby. A survey in 1945 put the glaciers in the park at 815 square kilometers, but global warming now has the glacier retreating slightly. The park has an enormous variety of natural environments ranging from deciduous forests at lower altitudes, to glaciers and bare mountains higher up. The ice-sheet stretches 60 km, covering almost half the park. The scientific value of the glaciers, glacial rivers and moraines, plus the cultural landscape of the mountain summer pastures represent important criteria for preservation. __________Things to do Edit This Marked trails and accommodation at camp sites, guest houses and hotels in the valleys outside the park, and at cabins within the park a few hours by foot from the main roads. ::::::::::Jørpeland Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i Jørpeland is a beautiful little city with about 6000 inhabitants. It is approximately 1 hour with a ferry from Stavanger and is the natural place to stay if you want to visit Preikestolen. ::::::::::Kirkenes Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Midnight sun in Kirkenes Midnight sun in Kirkenes Elinh37 Kirkenes is the most remote outpost in mainland Norway. About 400 km north of the Arctic Circle, the town of about 6,000 inhabitants is perched at the edge of the Varanger Fjord and the border with Russia. The town is the final stop in the North of the 11 day trip of the Coastal Steamer (Hurtigruta). Nearby attractions include the Pasvik Nasjonalpark, where one can stand at the meeting point of Norway, Finland and Russia. Kirkenes was heavily bombed during World War II; only 13 houses were left standing when the Red Army liberated it in october 1944. Kirkenes Snowhotel will open Dec 20th 2007 run by Radius Kirkenes. Kirkenes was destroyed during WW2 and today you can vist the museum ANDERSGROTTA in the very center of the town. Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: Wikipedia about Kirkenes ___________Museums Edit This [Add Museum] Grenseland Museum, Kirkenes Edit This This is easily reached by ordinary service bus from the boat while it is moored at Kirkenes before starting its trip back to Bergen. The museum claims to be in a state of permanent development at the momet and certainly in April 1992 the museum of the works of Jon Savio, a tragic Sami artist, was incorporated into the main museum, which also served as a war [or anti-war] museum based on local experiences of WW2. Both parts are worth some time. Savio's woodcuts are a revalation and in the other part there are some very touching writings by children during the war period - more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.museumsnett.no address: Førstevannslia tel: 47 78 99 48 80 email: grenseland.museet@online.no ::::::::::Kongsberg Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Quality Hotel Kongsberg Quality Hotel Kongsberg Stanley Bruce (Bard o' the Broch) Konsberg a nice town in the south of Norway, known for its reputation for producing some of Norways finest engineers, home to FMC and Volvo Aero. Sillver mining was once one of Konsberg's main industries and today it is celebrated in the museum along with skiing, rocks, silver and the mint. If you are travelling during the winter season, you should definately check out "Kongsberg Skisenter". This ski resort boasts 6 slopes, 300+ elevation and one of the best snowboard parks in Norway. If cross country skiing is your preferance, Kongsberg Skisenter offers 30km of prepped forest tracks. ::::::::::Kristiansand Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see In order to avoid misspelling and misunderstanding and to distuinguish Kristiansand from Kristiansund further north, the letter S (S for South) is often added to Kristiansand and the letter N (N for North) to Kristiansund. Kristiansand is the biggest city on the South Coast (Sørlandet), and the southernmost city in Norway. It is a charming city, retaining many of the 17th century buildings from its founding days by King Christian IV. The town is home to some of the best beaches in Norway. The Renaissance style is readily apparent in the strict street plan of the area called Kvadraturen ("The Square"). "Posebyen", the oldest section of town, boasts tiny, but charming houses in the traditional style of the area. The name comes from the French word reposer meaning to sleep, from when soldiers were billeted in private homes. The Norwegian concept of the southern idyll conjures up islets and skerries and small white houses with lush gardens nestled between rocky coastline knolls. The same building style characterises the other southern towns as well. One of the region poets claimed that people's close contact with the sea has given them webbed feet and hospitable, good-natured temperaments. Far out in the Kristiansand fjord lie Flekkerøy, Oksøy and other smaller islands as well as Grønningen lighthouse. During the summer months the whole area teems with life. Eleven miles east of the city is the Kristiansand zoo, which also includes Cardamom City and other attractions popular with Norwegian children. From Kristiansand it is not far to other coastal idylls at Lillesand, Brekkestø, Bliksund, Gamle Hellesund, Ulvøysund, Skippergada, Tømmerstø and Ny-Hellesund. This coastal strip boasts the highest number of sunny days in the country. All summer long, crystal-clear water invites you to dive in, while the beaches and long, rounded coastal rocks invite you to relax in the warm sun. __________Getting There Edit This [Add Global transport mode] Kjevik airport Edit This Kristiansand has an international airport (Kjevik airport) which is located 16km from Kristiansand. Kristiansand (as well as the surrounding towns) can be reached by buses from the Airport. For international travellers, most relevant are scheduled flights by KLM from Amsterdam and by SAS from Copenhagen and Oslo. type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] :::::::::::Lillehammer Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Hafjell, near Lillehammer Hafjell, near Lillehammer Frank Klische, Norwegen-Picturepool.com Well known because of the Olympics, Lillehammer is a small town with a population of 25,000 people. The city lies at the northern end of Norway’s biggest lake, Mjøsa at a distance of 160 km from Oslo. It is surrounded by farms, forests and small settlements. The intimate and cosy main walking street, “Storgata”, has well preserved wooden buildings and is located in the heart of Lillehammer. Lillehammer was founded as a trading post in 1827 and granted full market town status in 1842.Lillehammer is an important year round tourist destination. During the winter, Lillehammer is a skiing Eldorado for ski enthusiasts. Here you will find one of northern Europe’s best cross-country ski resorts. In 1994, the city successfully hosted the Winter Olympics. During the summer is Lillehammer’s main atttraction, Maihaugen, The Sandvig Collections. Maihaugen is one of Europe’s biggest open air museums. It boasts 140 examples of working farms, a 13th-century stave church and a variety of houses. Other attractions are the Olympic Park, Norwegian Olympic Museum, Lillehammer Art Museum, the paddle steamer, Skibladner, and Hunderfossen Family Park. :::::::::: Lofoten islands Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Reine, at Lofoten Islands Reine, at Lofoten Islands Elinh37 The Lofoten Islands extend dramatically out into the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Northern Norway. This string of islands was home to the richest seasonal Cod fishing in Norway, and picturesque old fishing villages are nested beneath the steep mountains, at the edge of the crystal clear waters. Visitors with a taste for unspoiled nature, old world charm, and adventure will enjoy these magnificent islands near the Arctic Circle. A relaxed, "away-from-it-all" atmosphere prevails, and the traditional mainstay, stockfish, still hangs to dry over the wooden racks the way they have since the Viking Age. Stockfish, cod liver oil and other fish products were sailed mainly to Bergen and from there exported to many countries. For some time stockfish was Norway's prime export article and the best climatic conditions for stockfish production are to be found on the Lofoten islands. The many sights include Svolvær, the "Capital" of Lofoten, a town made wealthy in its day from the lucrative stockfish trade; the pittoresque fishing village Henningsvær, also called the pearl of the Lofoten islands; the village of Reine, nested amongst tall, imposing mountains; Lofotr in Borge, where a Viking village, complete with buildings, livestock and Viking ship, has been rebuilt on the site of an old viking settlement, and the narrow Nusfjord with its charming Rorbu (traditional Fisherman's dwellings) accommodations set in a spectacular, narrow granite fjord; Maervoll in Steinfjorden, Borge with the proud sea alpine mountains Himmeltindene and countless other fishing villages and homesteads. In the beginning of July, there is a famous chamber music festival, Lofoten Internasjonale Kammermusikkfest. ::::::::::::Mo I Rana Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Mo is a town and the centre of Rana municipality (25,000 inhabitants), Nordland county, thus the name Mo I Rana. The municipality, located just south of the Arctic Circle, is the largest in Norway south of Finnmark, covering almost 4,500 sq km and taking in large areas of the Saltfjellet mountain range. The Saltfjellet-Svartisen National park, with the Svartisen glacier, is partly located in the municipality. This area of Norway is rich in limestone, and there are many caves. There are also many lakes, rivers (some with salmon) and spruce and birch forest in the valleys. Mo was traditionally the town with the steelwork. Today it is known as the Arctic Circle city. It is located at the head of Ranfjorden. The road along the west coast, west of Mo, is among the most scenic in Norway. Link to more tourist information about Mo i Rana, and the arctic circle area: http://rana.arcticbit.net/ Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: I have been there many times. ::::::::::Molde Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Molde Molde davidx Even though there is no apparent reason why Molde should be called City of Roses, as it is, there is much to commend it. It is wonderfully situated on the north side of its own very wide fjord and an amazing number of mountain tops can be seen from its park, on both sides of the fjord. There are ferries across to the south side near Ålesund and Molde is on the Hurtigruten route. The best time to be here is during the International Jazz festival. Otherwise the amount to be done actually in the place is limited but you might de very surprised as well as delighted by a trip out to the island fishing museum. ________Sights Edit This Arriving at the museum Arriving at the museum davidx Fishing Museum This is situated on a small island quite near to Molde with lovely pines and birches surrounding various buildings, many of which jointly form the museum. Unlike many fishing museums, it tells more about a fiserman's life than about fishing as such and the tour is as good on the living accommodation as on the sheds and boats. ::::::::::Mosjoen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Mosjoen; in norwegian Mosjøen. This is a industrial town of approximately 10,000 inhabitants at the head of Vefsnfjord in Nordland county, Norway. However, the old part of town, especially Sjøgata (street) near the fjord, is charming with old wooden houses, galleries and cafes. This is the oldes wooden buildings in North Norway. One of the largest rivers in North Norway, Vefsna, meets the fjord in Mosjøen, and there used to be sawmills in the town. The area around Mosjøen is dominated by spruce forests, fjords, mountains and some farms. The town is located only some 150 km south of the Arctic Circle (location on map is wrong - Mosjoen is located north of Trondheim and south of Bodø), and summer nights are almost as bright as the day. Surrounded by forests and fast flowing rivers, Mosjoen is home to a mixture of industry and tourism and seems to the visitor to be a thriving residential area. It is welcoming and quite charming and not the fobidding, overshadowed place that some guide books would lead you to believe. Fru Haugens Hotel, to the South of the town, is in a most pleasant spot and a very comfortable place to stay on your way along the arctic highway. After an excellent dinner here you can wander through the old part of the town and down towards the old wooden houses alongside the head of the fjord. Mosjoen is an ideal setting off point if you are intending to travel northwards to Bodo via the Coast Road, Rv 17. The route along the fjord towards Rv 17 is in itself a beautiful journey and worth travelling just for the wonderful views across the fjord. However, once you have come this far, to turn south again without travelling the stunning coast road would be madness. It will take you all day including 3 ferry trips. As you cross the Melfjord you cross the arctic circle and you will be stunned by the beauty of the surrounding islands that seem to have been draped along the horizon. Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: I have been there myself _________Sights Edit This Laksforsen waterfall is located near Mosjoen, just south of the town. There are several mountain ranges within reach from Mosjoen, and the highest mountain in North Norway - Oksskolten - is located northeast of Mosjoen. :::::::::Narvik Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Narvik Main Square Narvik Main Square D Bruce-Steer Narvik is a port city on the Ofotfjord in the northern parts of Nordland county, opposite the Lofoten Islands. The city of 18,500 [2004] owes its existence to the rich iron mines of Northern Sweden. It was founded in 1887 as the Atlantic port for the Kiruna and Gällivare mines, and was named Victoriahavn (Port Victoria) until 1898. Narvik is located at a bottle neck of Northern Norway, where the mainland is a narrow strip, only a few kilometers wide between the ocean and the Swedish border. Today, the port is still key to the local economy, but has been joined by education, military bases and tourism. Popular local attractions include Killer-Whale safaris (late fall to winter), varied outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping and mountain climbing. The dramatic terrain with its precipitous drops from mountain ranges into deep valleys provide scenic beauty and excellent alpine skiing trails. In World War II, Narvik fell to the Germans when they invaded Norway on April 9, 1940. To prevent the Germans from shipping Swedish iron ore, a British expeditionary force briefly occupied the port. from May 28–June 9, 1940. For the adventurous (and Scuba-certified), the waters surrounding Narvik are among the best wreck diving sites in the world, with several sunken German warships within reach. ::::::::Narvik Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Narvik Main Square Narvik Main Square D Bruce-Steer Narvik is a port city on the Ofotfjord in the northern parts of Nordland county, opposite the Lofoten Islands. The city of 18,500 [2004] owes its existence to the rich iron mines of Northern Sweden. It was founded in 1887 as the Atlantic port for the Kiruna and Gällivare mines, and was named Victoriahavn (Port Victoria) until 1898. Narvik is located at a bottle neck of Northern Norway, where the mainland is a narrow strip, only a few kilometers wide between the ocean and the Swedish border. Today, the port is still key to the local economy, but has been joined by education, military bases and tourism. Popular local attractions include Killer-Whale safaris (late fall to winter), varied outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping and mountain climbing. The dramatic terrain with its precipitous drops from mountain ranges into deep valleys provide scenic beauty and excellent alpine skiing trails. In World War II, Narvik fell to the Germans when they invaded Norway on April 9, 1940. To prevent the Germans from shipping Swedish iron ore, a British expeditionary force briefly occupied the port. from May 28–June 9, 1940. For the adventurous (and Scuba-certified), the waters surrounding Narvik are among the best wreck diving sites in the world, with several sunken German warships within reach. ________Getting There Edit This The city of Narvik is located in the county of Nordland in Northern Norway. By plane: Evenes airport (IATA designator "EVE") is located halfway between Narvik and the nearby city of Harstad, with which it shares the airport. Non-stop jet service is available from the Capital, Oslo, on Braathens and Norwegian Air Shuttle. The flight is approximately 1 hr 35 minutes long. In addition, regional, turboprop flights are available to several destinations within Northern Norway. By Rail: Narvik is the northernmost city in Norway with rail-service. The 42 kilometer Ofotbanen branch line links the city to Kiruna in Sweden, where connections can be made to the entire Swedish Rail System. Note that Narvik is not connected to the Norwegian State Railroad network. The Nordpilen train offers comfortable overnight service (featuring a restaurant and an on-board big-screen movie theater) to Stockholm. By car: Located about 1 350 km north of Oslo, expect about 19 hrs driving time between the two cities, following European route E-6 the entire time. Easy connections to Sweden (via route E-10), the Lofoten islands (by road only, or by road and ferry), and the rest of Northern Norway (including Tromso and the North Cape). ___________Webcams & 360 degree pics Edit This The Narvik webcam is in the Lofoten islands > Webcams & 360 degrees pics section. Click the link for direct access. :::::::::Narvik Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Narvik Main Square Narvik Main Square D Bruce-Steer Narvik is a port city on the Ofotfjord in the northern parts of Nordland county, opposite the Lofoten Islands. The city of 18,500 [2004] owes its existence to the rich iron mines of Northern Sweden. It was founded in 1887 as the Atlantic port for the Kiruna and Gällivare mines, and was named Victoriahavn (Port Victoria) until 1898. Narvik is located at a bottle neck of Northern Norway, where the mainland is a narrow strip, only a few kilometers wide between the ocean and the Swedish border. Today, the port is still key to the local economy, but has been joined by education, military bases and tourism. Popular local attractions include Killer-Whale safaris (late fall to winter), varied outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping and mountain climbing. The dramatic terrain with its precipitous drops from mountain ranges into deep valleys provide scenic beauty and excellent alpine skiing trails. In World War II, Narvik fell to the Germans when they invaded Norway on April 9, 1940. To prevent the Germans from shipping Swedish iron ore, a British expeditionary force briefly occupied the port. from May 28–June 9, 1940. For the adventurous (and Scuba-certified), the waters surrounding Narvik are among the best wreck diving sites in the world, with several sunken German warships within reach. ________Getting There Edit This The city of Narvik is located in the county of Nordland in Northern Norway. By plane: Evenes airport (IATA designator "EVE") is located halfway between Narvik and the nearby city of Harstad, with which it shares the airport. Non-stop jet service is available from the Capital, Oslo, on Braathens and Norwegian Air Shuttle. The flight is approximately 1 hr 35 minutes long. In addition, regional, turboprop flights are available to several destinations within Northern Norway. By Rail: Narvik is the northernmost city in Norway with rail-service. The 42 kilometer Ofotbanen branch line links the city to Kiruna in Sweden, where connections can be made to the entire Swedish Rail System. Note that Narvik is not connected to the Norwegian State Railroad network. The Nordpilen train offers comfortable overnight service (featuring a restaurant and an on-board big-screen movie theater) to Stockholm. By car: Located about 1 350 km north of Oslo, expect about 19 hrs driving time between the two cities, following European route E-6 the entire time. Easy connections to Sweden (via route E-10), the Lofoten islands (by road only, or by road and ferry), and the rest of Northern Norway (including Tromso and the North Cape). ___________Webcams & 360 degree pics Edit This The Narvik webcam is in the Lofoten islands > Webcams & 360 degrees pics section. Click the link for direct access. :::::::::::North Cape Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i The North Cape (Nordkapp) is the northern most community in Finnmark with 924 square kilometers. About half of the area is located on an island called Magerøya. The community has approximately 4000 inhabitants. The community administration office is located in the village of Honningsvåg. Honningsvåg has approximately 3000 of the community's inhabitants. The main trade is fishing, shipping and tourism. Honningsvåg is also known for its active culture. Skarsvåg between Honningsvåg and North Cape is the norhernmost fishing village in Norway with about 100 inhabitants. The community's name, "North Cape" is also the name of the world famous cliff formation located at the northern point of Magerøya. Every summer the North Cape is visited by several hundred thousand tourists. If you are traveling to Honningsvåg by automobile, the new mainland connection (opened June 15, 1999) is the choice for you. The Honningsvåg airport has daily flights operated by Widerøe. Another travel option that we recommend is the Coastal Steamer (Hurtigruten) which arrives in Honningsvåg twice daily. On its way to Kirkenes it stays long enough in Honningsvåg that there is time enough to go by bus to North Cape, stay there for a while, and return back again to the ship. By the way: one of the coastal steamer ships bears the name Nordkapp. Main Industry Commerce and industry consist of tourism, fishing, fish processing and service industries. Because of its very central location and good infrastructure, Honningsvåg Harbour is one of the most important harbours in North Norway, and is Norway’s fourth largest cruise harbour. Midnight sun In the summer there is no sunset due to the midnight sun. In the horizon the sky is "on fire". A reddish beam of daylight fades away. Then the sun disappears. But the area is also fascinating during winter, with Northern lights, snow-covered mountains and cliffs bathing in the moonlight. How to travel in North Cape The North Cape lies in a sub-Arctic environment and is very vulnerable because of this. Marks from cars, campfires and removing stones to build cairns leave lasting traces. Travel by foot provides a great experience of the island, but be careful – there are many vulnerable plants and animals where you walk. You are encouraged to use the marked hiking trails. _________Skarsvåg Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The last village before you come to the Cape The last village before you come to the Cape Jarle Svennerud northcape.tv Is located as the Northern most fishing village in the world. Its 12 km from the cape. For som really nice pictures, see http://www.northcape.tv/ :::::::Røros Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Røros is a town south of Trondheim not far from the Swedish border. Its history is based largely on copper mining and there are many remains of the industry there. There is also a bus trip arranged to the mine itself. The town is now a World Heritage site. The church interior is entirely of wood but, as marble was all the rage when it was built, you might find it hard to tell the difference. This is a place where a guided walk is worth far more than it actually costs. You will learn a lot about the mining and farming history of the area. http://www.norphoto.com/r/eng75.php _________Sights Edit This See text [Røros, sights.] See text [Røros, sights.] davidx The sights in Røros are mostly based on industrial archaeology or straight history. The guide on the walking tour told an interesting story about the top left house in the street shown in the photo. The lady who lived there, before it was boarded up in the late 90s, had to be taken into hospital at a very advanced age. Apparently she protested vehemently about having a bath, something she had not done in a long time. As they peeled off layer after layer of clothing she whooped in delight at finding long lost clothes. Sadly she died shortly afterwards. The road leads to the old smelting mill and other remains of a mining town. :::::::::::Sandefjord Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The Foundation Dakota Norway owns and runs the Dakota C-53 DC 3, LN-WND in Sandefjord The Foundation Dakota Norway owns and runs the Dakota C-53 DC 3, LN-WND in Sandefjord Lars Sondre Eriksen City in Vestfold county, southeastern Norway. An International Small Town with an Exciting Historical Past Sandefjord is a historical town which has become a modern town of culture with a dynamic business life. The history of Sandefjord has been formed by the Viking Age, the shipping industry and whaling in Arctic and Antarctic areas. Sandefjord has a history of pioneer spirit and creativity, daring and bravery. Today Sandefjord Airport Torp assures good communictions links with the world around us, an asset highly appreciated both by our cititzens and visitors. The Vikings had their very first settlements in Vestfold. The Gokstad Viking Ship which dates from the year 900 was discovered in Sandefjord. Today one can find a replica of this famous ship down at the harbour. Like the Vikings, the urge to go abroad and explore foreign countries lead the first whalers to the Antarctic Ocean. The history of the whalers can be explored at the Whaling Museum and at the Museum's Wharf with a visit aboard the whale-catcher "Southern Actor.“ The whaling monument located at the end of the city’s main street, Jernbanealléen, is the jewel of the harbour area. Sandefjord has a good selection of restaurants and cafés. What is possibly Norway’s best gourmet restaurant is located here in a modern building near the harbour. Also located at the harbour is the fishmonger well known for the excellent quality of its goods and delicacies. Sandefjord has a charming city centre, consisting of a mixture of old and modern buildings and a wide selection of shopping possibilities. Sandefjord is also a well known and frequently visited vacation spot for Norwegans. ____________Getting There Edit This [Add Global transport mode] Getting there by air Edit This By air: Ryanair flies from London Stansted to Sandefjord (or their term Oslo-Torp). Ryanair doesn't actually fly to Oslo, they fly to Sandefjord airport Torp. Ryanair also fly to Glasgow (Prestwick), Stockholm and Frankfurt (Hahn). KLM flies from here to Amsterdam. Wideroe fly to Copenhagen, Stockholm, Stavanger, Bergen and Trondheim. Coast Air fly to Haugesund. Wizzair flies from Gdansk, Katowice, Warsaw (Poland). type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] Getting there by air Edit This Ryanair flies from London Stansted to Sandefjord (or their term Oslo-Torp). Ryanair doesn't actually fly to Oslo, they fly to Sandefjord airport Torp. Ryanair also fly to Glasgow (Prestwick), Stockholm and Frankfurt (Hahn). KLM flies from here to Amsterdam. Wideroe fly to Copenhagen, Stockholm, Stavanger, Bergen and Trondheim. Coast Air fly to Haugesund. type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] zipcode: N1400 SKI email: la_stima@hotmail.com address: Sanderveien 29 tel: 64863669 ::::::::::::Southern Norway (Sorlandet) Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Kristiansand cathedral, southern Norway Kristiansand cathedral, southern Norway Eirik Mykland Southern Norway You might call it Norway's Riviera; the region that occupies the Southern Coast of Norway is referred to as Sørlandet, and benefits from the mildest climate in the country. It is a charming collection of old fishing villages and beach towns, strewn along a sunny coastline. Whether strolling along the countless beaches, sailing on the fjords, or hiking, biking, or fishing, an abundance of natural beauty awaits you. The principal towns of the region are Kristiansand, Arendal, Farsund, and Grimstad. Getting to Sørlandet Sørlandet is situated on the main E18 route from Oslo and just over a two hour drive from Oslo Torp Airport at Sandefjord. This small and very efficient airport is served by regular flights from London Stansted by Ryan Air - ideal for anyone looking for a bargain break as it is not unheard of to be able to pick up flight for £15 including taxes. KLM also serves the airport, providing access to its worldwide network of flights. Low cost car hire at the airport is available through NorCar . The sunny coastal villages are a delight to explore. Inland forests and mountains are home to Europe's most southerly herd of reindeer and a great place for skiing. There are many places to stay, from traditional log cabins with all amenities set in the countryside to modern yet traditional fjord-side apartments. There are also numerous guest houses - all giving a warm Norwegian welcome to everyone. The geography of Southern Norway is extremely varied and ranges from coastal islands, coves and archipelagos to high mountains. From the Skagerak (the strait between Norway and Denmark) the area stretches 250 kilometres north to Hovden and the Hardanger plateau. Several major rivers traverse the county from North to South (most with very difficult names to remember in English). All offer great fishing possibilities for trout, arctic char, sea trout, salmon, whitefish, pike, eels and perch. The coast has hundreds of islands with excellent opportunities for boating and fishing. Many small secluded beaches are only accessible by boat. In the region between the coastal zone and the high mountains is a broad-forested zone, where rivers and lakes give fantastic opportunities for adventure in all seasons, each with a different experience. Don't just take our word for it - read what the Independent had to say about Southern Norway. :::::::::::Spitsbergen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see x For the ultimate Arctic adventure, take the journey to the Spitsbergen islands (a.k.a., Svalbard), where you can expect to see Polar Bears and floating icebergs. Svalbard was probably discovered in 1194 by Vikings from Iceland. Forgotten, then rediscovered by Dutchmen in the16th century, the interest in the archipelago increased with intensive whaling and Arctic hunting in the 17th century. Since the early 1900s, coal mining and scientific research have dominated the islands. The mines are operated both by Russians (Pyramiden, Barentsburg) and Norwegians (Longyearbyen, Svéagruva). Ny-Ålesund is mainly a scientific colony, with researchers from many countries involved in the polar field (glaciology, arctic biology, etc.). Svalbard was also key in many attempts to reach the North Pole area. Since the Paris treaty of 1920, Svalbard is under Norwegian sovereignty, administered by a Sysselman based in Longyearbyen. All signatory nations have equal rights to access the area. In some features (including the interdiciton of any military base), this treaty is a precursor of the Antarctic Treaty. Longyearbyen is the main settlement (approx. 1000 inhabitants). It is mainly a coal mine, but tourism has become increasingly important. During high season there are (almost) daily flights from Tromso, and almost anything (clothes, polar equipment, food...) can be purchased there. Svalbard is a duty free zone, which make some Norwegian high quality products very attractive buys here (Ajungilak sleeping bags, Hell Sport tents, etc.). Nybyen is a charming village close to Lonyearbyen. Out of the capital there is the arctic desert, it is not possible to go around without meticulously organized trips. The environment doesn't allow improvisations and the polar bear is very dangerous, it attaches without warning and it races much faster than humans. The main vehicle used in Svalbards is the snowmobile. The agencies hire them for their organized tours, teaching the guide of it. They are not difficult to be governed, just a little uncomfortable for whom has not accustomed. Travelling with the snowmobile, it is possible to drive over dry land and over the frozen surface of the sea continu ously . It is not distinguishable where snow covers the ground or where it covers the pack. The experience of the companions and the modern half technicians make not to feel sure in a difficult environment. The weather is suddenly varying and it passes in few minutes from the full light of the sun to the fog or it comes upon us in a snowstorm. The landscape, however, broadly repays from the difficulties and from the cold. The silence reigns anywhere. There are no trees, houses, city. The beauty of the place is given by the shapes of the mantle of snow that covers mountains and valleys. The white is the dominant colour. The always clear sky, with the sun that turns tall in sky all over the day, it makes to lose meaning to the words day and night. The time is not established from the cycle of the sun or from the alternation of the light and the dark anymore, each one regulates himself only with a clock. The time fades away and it loses in the white. It seems to be suspended in the sky and, apart for the rigid temperature, you could be thought about being in H eaven. The arctic landscape is made of ancient mountains, dug by the glaciers, and from fiords frozen that they wedge him in the islands. In some rare place rests of human installations, some hunters of last century that picked up the scarce deposits of the ships to build small shelters whether to take refuge during the hunting. Some of these shelters are used today also. Certainly the most fascinating show is represented by the glaciers that go down from the valleys and that, instead of falling in sea, they are stop to the frozen surface. The blocks of ice remain suspended in their fall, advancing slowly during the short summers. The ice, when it starts to form him, it is initially white, then, as it is compressed during the centuries of the trip toward valley, it assumes all the tonalities of the blue. When it picks up soil in his to advance, it assumes a layer of dark coloration. The polar bear is not rare to be seen on the pack, especially during the spring when they go in search of the seals that emerge from the ice. The tour leader s, obligatorily armed, hold under control the situation for the tourists. :::::::::::Stavanger Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Harbor Scene - Early Morning - 2007 Harbor Scene - Early Morning - 2007 Robson Stavanger, the capital of western Norway is a charming, typical southern Norwegian city, and an exciting mix of old and new. Its proximity to the North Sea oil fields has made it the fast growing and wealthy oil capital of Norway. But its narrow lanes and white timber houses are all in well preserved traditional style, from classic style to funkis. It is a modern city with a wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. Contrast characterises this city, the people who live there, the surrounding landscape - and the weather! All this makes Stavanger a pleasant and very charming city. Stavanger is Norway's fourth largest city with 113 000 inhabitants (metro-area 200 500 inhabitants). A city charter was obtained in 1125 when construction of the beautiful medieval cathedral began, but the area has been populated for over 10,000 years. Stavanger is also the centre of higher education in Rogaland county. It has its own university, The University of Stavanger, a number of cultural institutions including international, British and French schools because of the great influx of foreigners connected to the oil industry and to the "Emigration Centre for Genealogical Studies and Contact Between Norway and North America". The Canning Museum is the only one of its kind in the world and testifies to what has been an important industry for Stavanger. Among the many other attractions are the theatre and the symphonic orchestra that has its home in the beautifully situated Kulturhuset. By boat you can reach the lovely islands of Kvitsøy, where the fjord meets the open sea. If you travel into Lysefjord, you will come to the strange and magnificent mount formation called Pulpit Rock. Utstein monastery outside of Stavanger is Norway's best preserved. Magnus Lagabøter built it in the year 1200. Originally a royal residence, it was later a Danish style manor. Concerts are held in the chapel, and during the summer months you may be fortunate to hear famous musicians perform here. :::::::::Stjordal Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see STJØRDAL is located in central Norway, just north of Trondheim. It is both the name of a city in the county of NORD TRØNDELAG and of a river. Stjordal is something of a travel hub. The E6 motorway passes through town as does the major railway heading north. The airport of Trondheim is also close by. Stjordal is a good base for exploring the countryside. The extensive forest and mountain areas hide a rich and exciting animal life. North Trøndelag has two national parks: Gressåmoen in Snåsa and Børgefjell (which is shared with Nordland). The fauna is dominated by elk, but there are also smaller hardy deer such as red deer and roe-deer. Along with its tributaries the Forra and Sona, Stjordal is one of the best fly-fishing rivers in Norway. Salmon up to 40lbs are caught on occassions. ::::::::::Stokmarknes Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo Small town in the island group Vesterålen northeast of the Lofoten islands on the Hurtigruten line from Bergen to Kirkenes. Hurtigruten has its roots from this little town, and here you find the Hurtigruten museum with the Hurtigruten ship "MS Finnmarken". A popular and interesting visit for the Hurtigruten passengers and other visitors. The famous fjord Trollfjorden is visited on the Hurtigruten voyage from Stokmarknes in Vesterålen to Svolvær in Lofoten. In Stokmarknes the hospital for the Vesterålen population is situated. _________Museums Edit This [Add Museum] Hurtigruten Museum Stokmarknes Edit This Stokmarknes, in the Vesterålen islands, is said to be where the Hurtigruten originated. The museum, three storeys high and one of the very early boats [separate admission] are only about a couple of minutes from the current boat - but whether the entrance fee is worth while depends on how much you have been delayed getting to Stokmarknes. If the boat has a lot of loading/unloading anywhere it gets late and it always tries to leave as near time as possible so your stop can be shorter than you expect. You could be left wishing you had seen it - and you wouldn't be the first! World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.norway.com address: Stokmarknes tel: 47 7611 8190 email: hurtig@online.no ________Tours and Excursions Edit This Lappvika Gård - is located in Stokmarknes, Norway. There you have the possibility for overnight stay in the "farmhouse". You can attend trips in boat to the famous "Trollfjorden" and for guided trips in the moutains. You can rent cars, bikes and small motorboat. webcam www.lappvika.com/webcam.htm :::::::::::Sunndal Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i Sunndal, a beutiful place among high mountains, is a place you'll easily fall in love with. The place offers you three shopping malls, norwegian best trout fishing river -also with salmon, the highest mountain in Northern Europe -raising direct from sealevel 1894 meters straight up. The place offers you a range of different mountain hiking tours in its wilde nature. Sunndal has one hotel and several pensions that wouldn't empty your pocket too much. :::::::::: Tana Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Tana has 3060 inhabitants and covers an area of 4045 km2. The administrative centre is Tana bru. With its length of 330 km, the Tana River is Norway’s third longest river and represents the national border with Finland. The highest mountain is Rastegaissa (1067 metres above sea level). Tana is a trilingual borough (Norwegian, Sami, Finnish). Commerce and industry: Agriculture, reindeer farming, mining and services. The border crossing to Finland is at Polmak/Nuorgam and over the Samiland Bridge (Samelandsbro). Tana Tourist Information Miløbygget, 9845 Tana Tel. +47 78 92 53 99 Fax +47 78 92 53 09 E-mail : turistinfo@tana.kommune.no Web: www.tana.kommune.no Opening times: 3th June to 20th August: 10.00 - 20.00 Otherwise: 08.00 - 15.30 Location: Tana bru. :::::::::Telemark Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Telemark is one of Norway's foremost vacation areas. Its varied and spectacular scenery mixes well with its sense of fun and enjoyment with something to do for all the family. From theme parks to countryside activities, Telemark has something for everyone, whatever the season. The diversity of the landscape adds excitement to the area. Seaswept rocky shores merge with open farmlands, vast forests and narrow valleys. Steep mountains plunge into bottomless lakes or widen into endless mountain moors rolling onward to the horizon. The Telemark Canal The Telemark Canal was etched in the mountains for well over 100 years ago, and when the canal was completed in 1892 the rest of Europe called it “the eighth wonder of the world". Five hundred men had worked for five years, blasting their way through the mountains. With a total of 28 lock chambers, the route was cleared from Skien to the ancient Norwegian town of Dalen, a sailing route of 105 km and with an elevation difference of 72 meters. Skiing It all began in Telemark. With woven willow bindings with heel fastenings and skiing with inner turns, Sondre Norheim originated the modern sport of skiing. With his daring skiing competitions, ski jumps and Telemark swings in Morgedal valley, Sondre taught the whole world to ski. Bring your family to Telemark and Hovden and experience a real skiing adventure! Summer Summer, sun, sea! Roaring waterfalls and silent lakes. Lazy slopes and wild mountains. Blues and folk music. A throng of happy holidaymakers or quiet paths for peace and meditation. The choice is yours! Telemark is a fairytale of opportunities. With its calm and temperate climate, its varying and magnificent scenery, its rich cultural heritage and multitude of exciting activities, Telemark has been a real summer fairytale for large and small, for more than a hundred years. www.norwaydirect.co.uk ::::::::Tonsberg Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Slottsfjellet, Tønsberg Slottsfjellet, Tønsberg Stine The old name of this town was Tunsberg - the oldest town in Norway. The city has about 35.000 inhabitants and lies in the county of Vestfold. Tønsberg is also surrounded by some of the countys major tourist attractions like old viking graves and museums. There are plenty of options for daytrips where both residents and visitors can enjoy a wide range of landscapes. In summer cities like Tønsberg is among the most pleasant places to be. The people are easy going and very friendly and cultural life is rich. After Oslo, Tønsberg have the most livliest summertime day and nightlife in Norway _________Nightlife and Entertainment Edit This Tønsberg Quay Side pubs and clubs Tønsberg Quay Side pubs and clubs Patrick R Cogan Tønsberg is the capital of nightlife and entertainment offers in the summertime. Go see one of the many standup shows or concerts, or visit the popular bars or restaurants by night. Enjoy a beer while watching the many luxurious boats that come to the town every summer to party. The town is known throughout the country for its good nightlife and atmosphere. :::::::Tromso Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Looking to the mainland - Tromsdalen from the city waterfront Looking to the mainland - Tromsdalen from the city waterfront Ingrid Brandeggen Tromsø -- affectionately nicknamed "the Paris of the North" -- is a lively city, located spectacularly on an island in Northern Norway, and surrounded by mountains, fjords and islands in all directions. It is the largest city in the region (2004: pop. 62,000), and residents will frequently point out that their outpost is home to the "World's Northernmost" brewery, university, planetarium, and mountain cable car, to name a few. The city's most famous landmark is the Arctic Cathedral ("Ishavskatedralen"), whose unique architecture is evocative of snow and icebergs. Its stained-glass windows are among the largest in Europe. The Tromsø Museum has a good permanent exhibit on the Lapps (or "Sami" people) who are the indigenous people to the Northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia. The Polar Museum exhibits artifacts relating to arctic hunting and fishing, while the new Polaria Experience Center focuses on Arctic nature and environment, and features a "walk-through" seal aquarium. The Northern Lights Planetarium features shows that are tailored to local phenomena, especially its namesake, the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), and the Midnight Sun. "Fjellheisen," the Mountain Cablecar will take you 420 meters above the sea, where you can enjoy a nice meal at the restaurant and delight in the view of Tromsø. Fishing, subsistence farming, and trade of Arctic goods were the traditional occupations in Tromsø. While education, administration, and high tech industries have displaced them, the locals' outlook on life is still colored by their roots. Residents are typically open, direct and hospitable with a good sense of humour that most certainly has been an asset when the going gets rough. The city offers a number of excellent restaurants (Emma's Drømmekjøkken deserves a mention), and has many cozy bars and a lively night life. Tromsø offers many options outdoors - whether in summer or winter, on land or at sea. Choices include sea or inland fishing, whale safaris and scuba diving, skiing and hiking, mountain climbing, biking, and swimming (the local beach, "Telegrafbukta", or Telegraph Bay, rarely gets above 14 degrees Centigrade, though). As for accommodation, the choice includes everything from first-class hotels to youth and family hostels to the very unique experience of staying in a fisherman's cabin or "Rorbu" with a rowboat moored right outside your door. :::::::::Trondheim Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see the old bridge with warehouses the old bridge with warehouses Jan Wieringa Trondheim is Norway's Silicon Valley (or, perhaps Fjord). But this present day high-tech center is also a very old city, celebrating its 1000th anniversary in 1997. St. Olav (King Olav Haraldsson) was buried here after falling in the battle of Stiklestad on July 29th, 1030 AD. The Gothic cathedral Nidarosdomen was built over his grave, making Trondheim the fourth most important pilgrim city in the entire Catholic Church. For four centuries pilgrims came to seek comfort, help and miraculous cures. Norway's monarchs have also been crowned in this national shrine, right up to King Olav who chose a simpler ceremony in 1957. From 1153 to 1537, Trondheim was the seat of the country's archbishop and the spiritual centre of an area including Greenland, the Faroe Islands, the Orkney Islands and the Isle of Man. A great deal of Norwegian history has taken place in Trondheim and the surrounding areas. The city also lies in one of the country's most important agricultural districts. After the city burnt down in 1682, General Caspar Cicignon of Luxembourg was made responsible for the rebuilding. His Renaissance city plan laid the foundation for modern Trondheim. It is now a green city with a mixture of wide streets and modern buildings as well as picturesque wooden houses and narrow alleyways. In the middle of town you will find the lovely Stiftsgården, which is one of the king's royal residences and the third largest wooden building in a Nordic country. The calm and beautiful river Nidelva winds through the heart of the city. Since the river has been cleaned up, salmon is again a frequent guest. The heritage of St. Olav is celebrated at the annual Olav Days around Olsok (July 28) with concerts, lectures, and exhibits, walking tours and religious services. At the old Ringve farm, summer concerts are held at the National Museum for Music and Musical Instruments, a fascinating place with a fine collection of old instruments. From Ravnkloa down by the harbour, you can go by motorboat out to the old Munkholmen cloister ruins. Directly beside Nidaros Cathedral lies Erkebispegården, the oldest Nordic non-secular building, which also houses a military museum. :::::::::::::::Tysfjord Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Tysfjord in Northen Norway Tysfjord in Northen Norway Frode Jenssen Tysfjord is a municipality and a fjord in Northern Norway, south of Narvik. The large numbers of Orca (killer whales) in the fjord from October to January has made Tysfjord famous, and whale watching is arranged in this periode. However, Tysfjord also offers some of the most spectacular mountain formations in Norway; the Stetind mountain (1392 m) is often referred to as God's anvil, and was elected to be Norway's national mountain. The top of the mountain forms a plateau the size of a football field. At Hellemobotn, at the head of the longest fjord branch, there is only 6 km to the Swedish border, and the nature here is wild and beatiful, with very few tourists. A fairly large canyon opens up at Hellemobotn, and the nature offers great hiking opportunities. Tysfjord can be reached by car from the E6, which requires a car ferry if you travel from the south, but not when coming from the north (Narvik). The nearest airports are Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes, and Bodø airport to the south (a 3 hour drive from Tysfjord). Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: Myself, as I have lived nearby ::::::::::Vardo Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Located at the extreme northeast corner of Norway, only 40 miles from the border with Russia, near the entrance to the Varangerfjord. Vardø dates back to 1307, when the most northern fortress in the world was built on the island of Vardøya in the Barents Sea. The Vardø fortess was extensively rebuilt early in the 18-th century and in 1789, the town received its charter. Today, fish processing plants and tourism provide the primary sources of employment. Especially among bird lovers the area is popular. ::::::::: Ålesund Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see x Brosundet Harbour, Ålesund davidx Ålesund, situated on the west coast of Norway south of Trondheim, is completely atypical. A disastrous fire early in the twentieth century led to international aid [the German Kaiser was fond of the city and put a lot into the fund] Rebuilding in the style of the time led to this extraordinary anomaly, an art nouveau styled city on the Norwegian coast. The buildings have to be seen to be believed but Ålesund is also a great centre for Geiranger area as well as others. The outlying Runde is the southernmost of Norway's bird rocks and can easily be visited from here. davidx, 27/07/2004 ::::::::Åndalsnes Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see 'The Bishop' from the Golden Route above Åndalsnes 'The Bishop' from the Golden Route above Åndalsnes davidx Sometimes comments on travel boards about Åndalsnes are little short of caustic yet it has plenty going for it. It is between Molde and the Romsdal rail line from its terminus here and the bus ride to Geirangerfjord. The Great Western Hotel provides wonderful views and a choice between a terrific buffet on the ground floor or a set of a la carte meals in the downstairs restaurant. What do people want? _______Getting Around Edit This Trollsnigge - near the top from the bus. Trollsnigge - near the top from the bus. davidx Bus drivers are always prepared to run the odd bit extra to take you up to the hotels and there are some terrific routes from Åndalsnes. Those to Molde and Ålesund are mentioned on the main page and the former can be linked with part of the latter if you take the car ferry from Molde. However the best trip is that over the Golden Route to Geiranger, which includes a car ferry part way [unusually the bus doesn't take you across - but another one is there waiting to take you onwards. The Trollsnigge Pass and the mountains above it, named after chess pieces for obvious reasons are seen first with the road snaking all over the mountainside. The route only operates for a few months in the summer and, even in June, there was plenty of snow at the top. Then, at the bottom on the far side you are allowed off to admire and photograph a fast-flowing waterfall. Along the valley to the car ferry and then over the delectable Eagles' Highway where the splendid Geiangerfjord is first seen through trees. Time for a trip to Hellesylt and back in the car ferry and then to ride back to Åndalsnes in time for dinner. ____________Getting There Edit This The Trollsvegen - from the train The Trollsvegen - from the train davidx It's far from the only way to arrive but many come by the Romsdal line, a branch from hte main rail line from Oslo to Trondheim. The line ranks along with the prvate Flåmsbahn as one of Norway's most scenic. It drops thousands of metres in a very short distance and, on the left as you are approaching Åndalsnes, if you look back a bit you will see Europe's highest vertical cliff, The Trollsvegen.

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Introduzione PROPONI TESTO I Vostri Itinerari • In treno verso le isole delo stoccafisso Pubblica il tuo itinerario per questo Paese: Contattaci Il Paese Capitale Oslo Superficie 323.802 kmq Popolazione 4.631.800 ( 2007) Densità Religione protestante Geografia e territorio PROPONI TESTO La Norvegia confina a E, N e O con il Mare di Norvegia, il Mare di Groenlandia e il Mare di Barents, a S con Svezia, Finlandia e Russia. Fa parte della penisola scandinava. Poco più estesa dell'Italia, la Norvegia ha uno sviluppo costiero tre volte superiore a quello italiano: ben 22.000 km. Dagli stretti che separano il Mare del Nord dal Mar Baltico fino a Capo Nord è tutto un susseguirsi di profondi fiordi, profonde insenature dovute all'azione erosiva dei ghiacciai, spesso intagliate fra pareti di alte montagne. Nel Paese si trova quello che è considerato il punto più a nord dell'Europa continentale: non si tratta, come molti credono, di Capo Nord, ma del promontorio di Knivskjellodden (71°11'08). In Norvegia praticamente non esistono zone pianeggianti a meno che non si consideri qualche stretta fascia lungo la costa meridionale, e solo il fiordo di Oslo si inserisce in un panorama dall'aspetto più collinare. Appartengono alla Norvegia le isole Vesteralen e le Lofoten; nell'Oceano Artico, a due passi dal Polo Nord, si trova invece l'arcipelago delle Svalbard. Clima PROPONI TESTO Il clima della Norvegia ha caratteristiche sub-polari ed raggiunge temperature estremamente rigide nell'estremo nord. Gli inverni sono lunghi, in novembre il sole compare per una sola ora, poi il buio torna ad incombere. In compenso, da metà aprile a fine agosto (a seconda della località), la Norvegia è nota per il "sole di mezzanotte" anche se in realtà tale spettacolo si gode soprattutto nelle regioni verso Capo Nord e nel periodo del solstizio d'estate (a Capo Nord, in particolare, si può assistere al fenomeno da metà maggio a fine luglio). Considerata la latitudine, il clima estivo è abbastanza mite ma variabile, con pioggia e vento lungo le coste. In luglio si possono raggiungere temperature massime di 25° C anche se mediamente, a Oslo, il termometro rimane sui 20° C. Ecologia e ambiente PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Popolazione PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Lingua PROPONI TESTO La Norvegia ha due lingue ufficiali: il bokmal, che è la lingua più diffusa, e il landsmal o neonorvegese. Entrambe sono ovviamente del tutto incomprensibili agli stranieri che potranno comunicare con i norvegesi in inglese o tedesco. Religione PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Storia PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Costituzione PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Situazione politica PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Economia PROPONI TESTO Sviluppata l'acquicoltura: la Norvegia produce più di 450.000 tonenllate di trote e salmoni d'allevamento all'anno. Festival e tradizioni PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effett