Vacation Norway – Picturesque landscapes, fantastic sunsets over mountain peaks and canoe tours on mirror-smooth lakes: that’s Norway!
The breathtaking Scandinavian landscape attracts millions of tourists every year, and the wild landscape is particularly suitable for camping.
Whether with a roof tent or a tent trailer, you can experience so much in Norway with your car – whether alone, as a couple, with friends or family!
Discover exciting destinations and insider tips here that will make your Norway camping trip a unique experience.
If you love the north, you can also find more information about the destinations Sweden and Denmark here.
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Norway: Hiking, lakes, arctic winters and hot summers
Norway, the land of mountain peaks and lake landscapes!
The Scandinavian dreamland has a wide variety of picturesque landscapes to offer.
Whether it’s a dog sled tour to Nordkapp, a canoe tour through the numerous fjords or a camping vacation by the lake with hikes along numerous hiking routes: Norway is a destination with a wide range of possibilities.
Hot in summer, frosty in winter: the country changes with the seasons and always shows itself in a new light.
Find out here what you can experience in Norway, where and how Norway is located and which regions we recommend as the top 5 travel regions in Norway.
Road trip through Norway with the Adventure roof tent
One of the Campwerk Ambassadors – Kevin Spielmann – was on the road in Norway with the Adventure roof tent.
Let yourself be enchanted by the picturesque imagery of Norway and gather inspiration for what your trip to Norway with a roof tent could look like.
Lonely fjords, magical northern lights and shy reindeer: here we come!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyDBgS_v3vw
Map and location in Europe: neighbors Sweden, Finland and Russia
Norway is part of Scandinavia alongside Sweden, Denmark and Finland and is located in the north-east of Europe.
Directly adjacent to Norway is Sweden, and to a lesser extent Finland and Russia in the north-east of the country.
Norway is characterized above all by its extremely long coastline on the Arctic Ocean, as well as its many (semi-)islands, fjords and mountain ranges.
Lots of untouched nature, mirror-smooth mountain lakes and unique flora and fauna make Norway a unique travel destination, which is particularly attractive to explore by car due to its considerable flexibility.
Top 5 vacation regions in Norway: lakes, mountains, northern lights & co.
The Scandinavian dreamland offers a treat for every travel taste.
But where should you actually go in the end?
Which are the popular regions that are not overcrowded even during vacation periods?
Where is it worth taking the long ferry trip?
Which places should you definitely see in Norway?
We try to answer these questions and have summarized the top 5 vacation regions in Norway for you: Whether it’s the Northern Lights, a capital city feeling or a mountain hike: Norway rocks!
Tromsø and the capital of the Northern Lights – Northern Lights & sleigh tour
Tromsø is the largest city in northern Norway and is considered the capital of the Northern Lights.
Situated between mountain peaks, islands and fjords, the city is the ideal starting point for Arctic adventures.
Due to its location in the heart of the Northern Lights oval, the likelihood of spotting the Northern Lights (Aurora borealis) here is particularly high.
In addition to Northern Lights tours, dog sled tours, snowshoe hikes, snowmobile tours and whale safaris are also offered here – pure Norwegian wildlife!
Steep mountains and picturesque fjords in the surrounding area make Tromsø a worthwhile destination at any time of day or year.
Oslo and the surrounding area: a metropolis with Scandinavian charm
Oslo is both the capital and largest city in Norway.
With its airport and shipping port, Oslo is also an ideal starting point for round trips.
The cosmopolitan city offers a wealth of restaurants and shopping opportunities as well as beautiful architecture and a variety of museums.
The fashion and art scene in Oslo is also distinctive and diverse.
The city is nestled between wooded hills and the Oslo Fjord, making it ideal for day trips into the surrounding countryside.
Culture lovers also get their money’s worth here with opera, ballet and theater performances, art exhibitions and much more.
Oslo promises a charming big city feeling in Scandinavian style and is therefore always worth a visit.
Bergen and the fjords in the west: road trip, hiking, Geirangerfjord & city experience
Western Norway is home to many of the legendary Norwegian fjords, including the World Heritage-listed Geirangerfjord and the 205 km long Sognefjord.
The fjords are particularly easy to explore on round trips by boat or private canoe tours.
Our tip: Travel in spring when the orchards on the mountain slopes are in bloom and provide an impressive backdrop to the landscape!
And in winter, the slopes can also be used as ski slopes.
On the south-west coast of Norway lies the city of Bergen, which is typically surrounded by mountains and fjords.
Colorful wooden houses with typical Scandinavian charm spread a “postcard feeling”, especially in the Bryggen district.
A funicular railroad takes you up to the Fløyen mountain plateau, which offers panoramic views and hiking trails.
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Oslo and still get to know city life in Norway, Bergen is the place for you!
In the northwest of Norway lies the Atlantic Road, which offers incredibly beautiful views and unique panoramas.
If you’re looking for the perfect road trip, the Atlantic Road is a must – it has already been named the “world’s best road trip” by the Guardian!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5licU33lOhA
Lofoten and Nordland: islands and beaches in the idyllic north
Lofoten is a region in the Norwegian province of Nordland and is part of an archipelago consisting of around 80 islands.
The Lofoten archipelago lies off the coast of Norway in northern Norway and lives primarily from fishing and tourism.
Here you can enjoy the picturesque landscape and the quiet life of the Scandinavians.
Many vacationers are drawn to the Lofoten Islands to spend days on the beach with their families or to explore the surrounding islands and their (small) towns.
Hiking on the Lysefjord: routes, hiking trails & mountain panorama
If you want to hike mountains and fjords in Norway, you shouldn’t miss out on the Lysefjord and the nearby city of Stavanger.
The fjord in Ryfylke, east of Stavanger in the province of Rogaland in southern Norway, attracts thousands of hiking fans every year.
The world’s longest wooden staircase with 4444 steps takes you 740m above sea level and offers breathtaking views.
Numerous hiking routes can be found here, and once a year there is even a hiking festival on the Lysefjord (September).
The Preikestolen, for example.
(rock pulpit) is one of the most famous viewpoints in the world and offers a picturesque panorama.
The Lysefjord region attaches great importance to sustainable tourism with all its highlights and has been awarded the “Sustainable Destination” seal of approval since 2018.
So there are plenty of reasons to pay a visit to the Lysefjord!