Norway is a strikingly beautiful country full of mountains, fjords, waterfalls and glaciers. The Land of the Midnight Sun has delightfully long summer days, laid-back cities, charming villages and rich historic sites such as Viking ships and medieval churches.
Norway is a country that is gifted in both amazing natural beauty and a fascinating history. Its rugged coastline, broken by huge fjords and thousands of islands, stretches over 2,500 kilometres. Snow-capped mountains and alpine lakes dominate the rest of the landscape, with a great variety of natural features created by prehistoric glaciers.
Norway prizes its stunning natural wonders and retains a robust frontier character. The temperate south has rolling farmlands, enchanted forests and sunny beaches as well as the great Western Fjords, Norway’s most dramatic feature.
The capital Oslo enjoys a spectacular setting at the pinnacle of a 110 kilometre long fjord, the breath-taking Oslo Fjord. It is the oldest of the Scandinavian capitals, founded around 1050 by Norwegian king Harald Hardråde, who established it on the site of an earlier Viking settlement. The city has a strong arts culture, with an excellent array of museums and galleries. The combination of its lively city life and easy access to outdoor activities makes Oslo an ideal destination.
Families visiting Norway will find a great selection of attractions aimed at keeping both young and old entertained for days. While throughout the endless summer days, there are limitless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the magnificent natural beauty. You can play golf around the clock or go hiking at midnight. A rich cultural heritage provides enthralling stories from the classic Viking age and other equally interesting times.
Come to Norway to be in awe of the Northern Lights, indulge in outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking and kayaking, or marvel at the awesome beauty of the countryside, with its verdant valleys, mountain lakes and breath-taking views.