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Norway, a unique country to the west of the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe, where you can watch the northern lights at suitable times of the year, and the full name of the Kingdom of Norway, is waiting for you to visit with its low crime rate and calm environment. On the other hand with its old farm houses and its admirable ancient roads Norway let you to have a great holiday throughout the year.

Norway travel guide

General Information About Norway

Language Norwegian
Capital of Norway Oslo
Location Europe
Local Time GMT+2
Currency Unit Norwegian Crown
Type of Socket C, F 230 V
Annual Average Temperature 6°C
Climate Temperate Oceanic, Tundra
Area 385.203 km²
Endemic Forest, Meadow, Tundra

Official Language in Norway

The native language of Norway is Norwegian. However, in addition to Norwegian, the country also speaks Bokmål, Nynorsk, Northern Lapla. Common Phrases

  • Good Morning: God Morgen
  • How are you?: Hvordan har du det?
  • How can I go to the X? : Hvordan går jeg til x?
  • Thank you: Takk

Capital of Norway

Oslo is the capital of the Norway. It is the biggest city of Norway. Also Oslo is known as one of the richest cities in the world.

Annual Average Temperature

In Norway, which usually has a cold weather, the average temperature is 6 degrees.

Endemic

Norway has about 2,000 species of plants, but mostly forests and meadows are dominated in Norway.

Where is Norway?

Norway is located to the west of the Nordic Peninsula in Northern Europe. Also Norway is adjacent to Russia, Finland and Sweden.

How to Get to Norway?

If you want to go to Norway and see historical buildings and watch the northern lights, which are also a wonder of nature, you can easily go to Norway with Pegasus Airlines and visit the country as you wish. If you want, you can arrange direct flights from Sabiha Gökçen Airport of Pegasus to Oslo-Gardermoen Airport and enjoy your holiday in Norway.

Public Transportation in Norway

Norway is an easy and convenient country in terms of transportation and offers many options. You can choose one of the trams, buses, trains and subways and provide the easiest transportation according to your budget; with these ways you can visit Oslo as you wish. You can also call a taxi or rent a car if you wish, or take the ferry to the port city. There are single, daily or weekly tickets if you are going to use public transport. Or you can rent a car through Pegasus and spend your holiday as your wish.


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Transportation from Airport to the City Center

The distance from the airport to the city center is approximately 50 km and there are several ways to reach the city center. You can reach the city center in 20 minutes with train tickets that you can buy online or easily find at the toll booths. On the one hand, if you prefer, you can go to the city center within 1 hour by shuttle cars called Flybussen; or you can call a taxi as an alternative option.

Places to Visit in Norway

Despite the cold weather, Norway attracts hundreds of tourists every year; with its rich heritage and deep-rooted history, it offers many attractions for tourists.

Royal Palace

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The Royal Palace, which was built during the reign of Charles III and finished in 1849; It is quite remarkable with its 173 rooms. This palace, where you can visit with a guided tour, is one of the most magnificent works of the 19th century and is waiting for you to visit.

Fort Akershus

Akershus Castle, a medieval castle built to protect Oslo in the late 13th century; is one of the most tourist attraction places in the region. It was also known that the castle was formerly used as a prison.

The Vigeland Park

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The Vigeland Sculpture Park, which was built by Gustav Vigeland between 1920-1943; It attracts the attention of tourists along with the human-sized sculptures. Also if you want to be intertwined with nature, the place is for you.

Viking Ship Museum

Oslo Viking Ship Museum

The Viking Ship Museum, part of the Oslo University Cultural History Museum, exhibits three Viking ship remains. There are also belongings of that period in the museum.

Bryggen

Located at the entrance to the city of Bergen, these colorful houses dating back to the 1700s are the symbol of Norway. You can visit here to see the visual feast or rent a canoe and make your holiday even more beautiful.

Oslo Winter Park

If you want to spend a holiday according to the cold weather of Norway and take advantage of the climate, Oslo Winter Park is for you. You can ski as you wish in this ski center, which is only 30 minutes away from the city center; with Oslo Winter Park you can make your holiday the most fun.

Preikestolen

Pulpit Rock, a steep cliff 604 meters high in Rogaland, Norway, is one of Norway's most visited natural sites. If you want to make a difference in your holiday and take part in the adventure, come here and see the whole of Norway.

Where to Stay in Norway?

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Norway attracts the attention of many people with its many historical and natural beauties. Hundreds of tourists come to Norway every year and there are hotel options to suit every budget. If you want to reach the city center within a short distance, you can look at hotels in Gamle Oslo. In addition, if you want to stay away from the city center, just look at these areas; St. Hanshaugen and Frogner. Or if you are looking for a budget but comfortable hotel, just go to the Grünerløkka area.


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What to Eat in Norway?

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Norway has a vast culinary culture that is highly developed in fisheries and offers international cuisine.

Norwegian Food

  • Pickled Herring
  • Pølse(Hot Dog)
  • Lefse
  • Reindeer Meat
  • Fish Soup

Norway Restaurants

  • Hos Thea(Oslo)
  • Rorbua(Oslo)
  • Maaemo(Oslo)
  • Lofotstua(Oslo)

Shopping in Norway: Best Souvenirs to Buy

As we mentioned at the beginning; Norway is among the richest cities in the world and there are all kinds of products you can think of in the country. When it comes to Norway, cold weather comes to mind and you can take wool sweater or sports clothes from Norway to your loved ones on the way home. If you are a chocolate lover; you can try the famous Norwegian chocolates and take them to your friends. Accessories production in Norway is also well developed. The amber stone from Norway, for instance makes a great gift option.

Things to Know Before Visiting Norway

You can have a comfortable holiday in Norway where you will not have any transportation problems and since the crime rate is very low; you can have peace of mind. But it should be noted that Norway is a cold country, so don't forget to take your warm clothes with you.

Nightlife

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In Norway, which has a very lively nightlife, it is possible to find a place according to your own taste. You can find all kinds of places on Oslo Aker Brygge street. You can also go to the Majorstuen area and see the places there.

Holidays in Norway

  • Christmas (25-26 December)
  • New Year (1 January)
  • Easter (28 March)
  • Labor Day (1 May)
  • Finksten (16 May)
  • Constitution Day (17 May)

Festivals in Norway

  • Northern Lights Festival (Tromso, January)
  • Trondheim Jazz Festival (Trondheim, May)
  • Extreme Sports Festival (Toss, June)
  • Bergen Music Festival (Bergen, June)

Visa Requirements

Norway is a country within the Schengen agreement. Those who need a Schengen visa have to apply to the visa offices. Once you have submitted your application online, you will need to submit your documents in full.

You can learn the details of the Norway visa application process from the "Norway Visa Guide" article.

FAQ about Norway

What are the emergency numbers in Norway?

Emergency:120 Ambulance:113 Police:112 Fire Department:110

Is there a Turkish representative in Norway? Where?

There is an honorary consul general named Bjorn Tore Njöten in Bergen, Norway.

Address: Artesia Capital DA, Statsminister Michelsensvei 38, Postboks 36, Fjösanger, 5844 Bergen, Norway

Nu: +47 90 64 44 12 / Tel : + 47 55 10 50 13

Fax: +47 55 91 14 60

E-mail: btn@artesiacapital.no

When can the Northern Lights be seen?

The most common dates are seen between 23 September and 21 March. In order to see the northern lights more clearly, some conditions must be met. For example, the clearer the sky, the clearer the lights. Also, the darker the air, the clearer they become.

Is Norway constantly dark?

As we move down to the south of Norway, the difference between day and night decreases due to the latitude effect. In the north, a total of 67 days per year is seen in full darkness and 77 days in full light.

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