Norway is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant coastal towns, and rich cultural heritage, showcasing a fascinating blend of Scandinavian traditions, modern innovation, and a deep connection to its maritime history.
Now whether you’re planning to visit this corner of the world or are simply interested in learning more about it, the subreddit r/NorwayPics is a great place to explore the country from the convenience of your device. Its 21K members regularly upload images that perfectly illustrate the local charm.
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Continue scrolling to check them out and don’t miss the chat we had with travel blogger and writer from Norway, Lisa Stentvedt.
1. Mads Nordsveen Saw This Xxtremely Rare White Baby Reindeer While Hiking In Norway
2. Skiing Under The Stars In Norway
“The scenery in Norway is unlike anywhere else,” Lisa Stentvedt, the woman behind Fjords & Beaches, a travel blog dedicated to everyone who refuses to stop exploring.
“The fjord landscape in the west is especially spectacular, with its massive mountains, deep fjords, and small villages scattered along the hillsides giving you insight into how people have lived in these regions for centuries.”
3. Norway Is Another World
4. Routes Between Islands In Norway
5. Northern Lights Last Night (Harstad, Troms Og Finnmark)
Lisa, who has also released Moon Norway, a travel guide consisting of the country’s best hikes, road trips, and scenic fjords, said that another thing that makes her homeland stand out is the accessibility of nature.
“From any town or even major city you can find yourself surrounded by nature and silence in just 30 minutes,” she pointed out.
“You can reach the mountains surrounding Bergen by just walking from anywhere in the city center, and the woodlands surrounding Oslo are at the end of the subway line! Additionally, with the country’s ‘right to roam’ law, you are free to hike and camp practically anywhere (with some exceptions). It’s a nature lover’s dream!”
6. The Beauty Of Nature In Norway
7. Norway Lake
8. The Incredible Aurora At My Cabin In Oppdal Last Saturday
9. Somewhere In Norway
Lisa’s mentioned ‘right to roam’ (or Allemannsretten) is a traditional right from distant times. Since 1957, it has also been enshrined in the country’s Outdoor Recreation Act.
The right ensures that everyone can experience nature, even in big, privately owned areas, meaning that you may put up a tent or sleep under the stars anywhere in the countryside, forests, or mountains, as long as you stay at least 150 meters away from the nearest inhabited house or cabin. This rule even applies to vans, mobile homes, and caravans.
If travelers want to stay for more than two nights in the same place, they must ask the landowner’s permission, except in the mountains or very remote areas. There are a few more details you need to know about before packing your bags, but it provides an immense opportunity for fostering a deeper connection with nature.
10. Alesund
11. Nusfjord, Norland
12. A River Camp
13. Mountains Of Northern Norway (Tomas Havel)
“As a Norwegian, I would say we are a little closed off and not the easiest to get through to,” Lisa said about the locals.
“In general, we tend to keep to ourselves and prefer not to inconvenience other people. For example, we would rather lean over a table to grab the salt than ask someone to pass it, and we never sit next to a stranger on the bus if we can help it.
14. Pulpit Rock, Norway
15. World’s Largest Ginger Bread Town, Bergen, Norway
16. A Norwegian One Room Cabin
17. Senja, Norway
However, she reassured us that once you head out and reach out, you’ll find that Norwegians are more than happy to help with directions and recommendations, or answer any questions you may have for them.
The fact that around 90% of them speak English also helps a ton! “We take pride in this and most of us are excited at the chance to show it off. We just might not make eye contact until you speak directly to us.”
18. Lillehammer, Mesna
19. Fantoft Stave Church, Bergen
20. Here’s The Same Place In Both Photos In Rysstad
21. Fishing Village
If these pictures were enough to convince you to take a trip to Norway, Lisa’s number one tip for first-time visitors is to start looking at the map when they’re still making plans and not after arriving.
“Norway is a massive country, and visitors often underestimate its size when they start planning. The result is that they are majorly disappointed when they learn that it isn’t possible to visit Oslo, Bergen, the western fjords, the Atlantic Road, and the Lofoten Islands on their one-week trip,” she explained.
22. View From My Living Room Earlier In September, Near Trondheim
23. A Guardian Of Tromsø
24. Svalbard, Northern
25. Surviving The Elements
“Start by writing down your must-see spots, and find them on the map before deciding which area and route you want to take,” Lisa suggested.
“Most people end up having to sacrifice either the north or the south if their trip is less than 2 weeks long. By understanding early on how big Norway is, and how long it will take you to cover distances as you travel, you are setting yourself up for success!”
26. Låtefossen
27. Vindhellavegen – Part Of The Old King’s Road
28. The Last Days Of Summer
29. A Cabin Near The Voss Mountains
30. Hei Bergen!
Note: this post originally had 55 images. It’s been shortened to the top 30 images based on user votes.
