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Ringbu stave church in Norway

Norway: The Stave Churches of Norway

Stave churches are iconic medieval wooden churches found primarily in Norway. They are renowned for their unique architecture, characterized by wooden frameworks with intricate carvings and steep, multi-tiered roofs. These churches were constructed during the 12th to 14th centuries, a time when Christianity was becoming firmly established in Norway. Today, they are considered treasures of Norwegian cultural heritage.

Norway: Bergen – Travel Guide

Bergen, the second-largest city in Norway, is a picturesque coastal destination nestled between seven mountains and fjords, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and urban charm. Known as the "Gateway to the Fjords," Bergen is a UNESCO World Heritage city celebrated for its historic Bryggen Wharf, a vibrant area lined with colorful wooden buildings that date back to the Hanseatic League. The city is also a cultural hub, boasting world-class museums, art galleries, and a thriving music scene, all set against a backdrop of stunning landscapes. Visitors can explore Bergen’s rich maritime heritage, hike scenic trails, or take fjord cruises to experience the dramatic scenery that surrounds this enchanting Nordic city.

Norway: Bergen – Troldhaugen

Troldhaugen is a historic site located near Bergen, Norway, famous for being the home of the Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg (1843–1907). Built in 1885, the villa served as Grieg's residence for over 20 years and was an important creative retreat where he composed many of his masterpieces.

Norway: Bergen – Bryggen Wharf

Bryggen Wharf, located in Bergen, Norway, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vibrant symbol of the city’s rich maritime history. Dating back to the 14th century, this iconic row of colorful, timber-clad buildings once served as a hub for the Hanseatic League, facilitating trade across Northern Europe.

Norway: Nærøyfjord

The West Norwegian Fjords are among the most dramatic and spectacular landscapes in existence. The World Heritage site incorporates two separate areas: Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord. Both offer a wide range of scenic experiences.

Norway: Urnes Stave Church

Urnes Stave Church – Norway’s oldest and most highly decorated stave church. Three churches have preceded todays church at Ornes. A hundred years would pass between the first and the fourth, the one we can visit today dates to around 1130.

Norway: Briksdalsbreen Glacier

Briksdalsbreen Glacier in Olden, Nordfjord, is an arm of the Jostedalsbreen Glacier. The hike from Briksdalen Valley to the glacier is one of most scenic hikes in Norway.

Møre og Romsdal

Norway: Geirangerfjord

The West Norwegian Fjords are among the most dramatic and spectacular landscapes in existence. The World Heritage site incorporates two separate areas: Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord. Both offer a wide range of scenic experiences.

Norway: Oslo – The Fram Museum

The Fram Museum contains exhibitions of some of the most famous voyages of exploration. The centerpiece of the museum is the world´s strongest wooden ship, the polar ship Fram.

Norway: Trondheim

Trondheim, historic port, central Norway. It lies on a sheltered peninsula on the southern shore of the deeply indented Trondheims Fjord at the mouth of the Nidelva (river), 23 miles (37 km) southeast of the Norwegian Sea.

Norway: Oslo – A visitor’s guide

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a vibrant city where modern urban life meets breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled between the Oslofjord and lush forests, the city offers a mix of cutting-edge architecture, historic landmarks, and cultural institutions like renowned museums and galleries.

Norway: Lillehammer

Lillehammer (28.000 inhabitants), considered Norway's oldest winter sports resort and host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. The Lillehammer region is also famous for its ski terrain and excellent winter sport facilities

Norway: Oslo – The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum)

Norsk Folkemuseum is a museum of cultural history with extensive collections of artifacts from all social groups and all regions of the country. It also incorporates a large open-air museum with more than 150 buildings, relocated from towns and rural districts.

Norway: Oslo – The Norwegian Center for Holocaust

The Norwegian Center for Holocaust and Minority Studies is a research, education and documentation center in Oslo focusing on the Holocaust, other genocides, extremism, antisemitism, hate speech, and the situation of minorities in contemporary societies.

Norway: Oslo – The National Maritime Museum

The Norwegian Maritime Museum is situated in beautiful surroundings on the waterfront on the Bygdøy peninsula. The museum presents Norwegian maritime history, shipbuilding and underwater technology.

Norway: Oslo – The Kon-Tiki Museum

The Kon-Tiki museum shows the life work of Thor Heyerdahl, which is characterized by a desire for research, environmental protection and sustainability and deep respect for indigenous peoples. The exhibits include the original balsa raft from the Kon-Tiki expedition and the reed boat Ra II

Norway: Oslo – Vigeland Sculpture Park

The sculpture park is the life work of Gustav Vigeland, comprising over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze and wrought iron. It was installed mainly in the period 1940-1949, but is nevertheless a result of over 40 years of work.

Norway: Oslo – The Royal Palace

The Royal Palace is situated on a rise, the Bellevue, at one end of Oslo’s main thoroughfare, Karl Johans gate. The Royal Palace is one of the country’s most important buildings, and an important symbol of Norwegian culture since 1814.

Norway: Oslo – Ibsen House Museum

IBSEN Museum & Theatre is a dynamic cultural center that conveys the legacy of Henrik Ibsen. The main attraction is Henrik Ibsen's home in Oslo, where he lived the last 11 years of his life.

Norway: Oslo – Akershus Fortress

This medieval castle, which began construction in 1299 under King Håkon V, stands as a testament to Norway’s rich history. Its strategic location on a headland and impressive architecture allowed it to withstand several sieges throughout the centuries.

Norway: Oslo – MUNCH Museum

Four years before Edvard Munch died on 23 January 1944, he made a will leaving his entire estate to the City of Oslo. The Munchmuseet opened its doors in May 1963, 100 years after Munch’s birth. On 22 October 2021, a new museum building, MUNCH, opened on Oslo's waterfront.

There are so many lovely wooden buildings in Roros

Norway: The old mining town of Røros

The traditional mountain village of Røros in Trøndelag is one of the oldest towns of wooden buildings in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Røros came into existence in 1644, after the first copper discovery in the area. Over the years, it became one of the most important mining towns in Norway.