Norway
Take in the deep greens of the countryside, stand atop winding fjords, ski snow-covered mountains, and chase the Northern Lights. A trip to Norway is an adventure into the heart of Scandinavia.
Top Adventures in Norway
Hike to Trolltunga, Norway
Odds is the nearest town to this location. From Odda, you can either drive or take a bus through Tyssedal up into Skjeggedal. The main parking lot is almost impossible to miss, located on the right hand side at the end of the road.The first km of ...
Hike the Besseggen Ridge
To do this trail as a loop, you'll need to take a ferry as either the first leg of your trip, or the last leg. You can hike from Gjendesheim to Memurubu, and take the ferry back to Gjendesheim, or the other way around. The hike from Gjendesheim to...
8 miles
2500 ft gain
Explore Norway's Lofoten Islands
The Lofoten Islands in Northern Norway are a magical location for any photographer. The jaw-dropping fjords, snow capped mountains, and quaint villages create a fairy tale like atmosphere. Because of the far north location, this incredible backdro...
Hike to Preikestolen
On the day i was there it was rainy in the morning so the trail and everything else was wet.From the parking lot the trail is well labeled and the hike being a short 2.6 miles is pretty tough since the elevation changes over 1000 feet. The once ro...
5.2 miles
1000 ft gain
Hike Ryten Mountain
Important: The GPS location on here just marks the island that this hike is located on! There is no "official" trailhead for this hike, but follow these directions and you will have no problem at all:
Take the E10 towards the village of Fredvang a...
6 miles
1780 ft gain
Hike to the top of Offersøykammen
Like many of the hikes on the Lofoten Islands, there is no official trail or trailhead for this hike. To find it, take the E10 highway out of Leknes toward Å for about 6.5km. Keep your eyes pealed for a small trail on the north side of highway, an...
3 miles
1600 ft gain
Hike Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen)
Backstory:Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) has been on bucket list for as long as I can remember. When I decided to hit Norway during my semester abroad, Pulpit Rock was the first stop on our road trip. Luckily, the day before we departed for Pulpit Roc...
3.7 miles
1981.6 ft gain
Hiking and Climbing Stetind
The weather in the north of Norway can change quite drastic in one day, so be prepared with clothing for all kind of weathers. The best season to enjoy this beautiful mountain, that´s actually the National Mountain of Norway, is probably June- Aug...
Explore the Trollstigen
The nearest town is the very picturesque Åndalsnes, which lies at entrance of the large Isfjorden along the Rauma River, and is about a 5 and a half hour drive from the capital city of Oslo. Immediately upon turning onto Highway 63, a beautiful va...
Hike to Kvalvika Beach
If you find yourself on the Lofoten Islands in Norway be sure to make a trip to this spectacular beach. This beach is easily accessed from your car making it a great addition to another adventure or just an all day adventure on the islands. The hi...
3.7 miles
328.1 ft gain
Hike to the Mount Floyen View Point
Mount Floyen is the most popular mountain surrounding Bergen to hike, due to easy accessibility and incredible views. It is located on the northeast side, and is easy to walk to from anywhere in the city. A long switchback trail goes across the ba...
4.3 miles
1050 ft gain
Hike to Helvetestinden
In the town of Reine in the Lofoten Islands, you need to take the small ferry to Vindstad. There is one that leaves at 10:30 in the morning. Most people on that ferry will be headed to Bunes Beach, which you will be able to see from the Helvetesti...
2.5 miles
1975.1 ft gain
