Norway, Trondelag
Trondheim, a Norwegian town with a rich past, has deep roots in the Viking era. Founded in 997 by King Olav Tryggvason, Trondheim was Norway’s first capital and a key center of power and trade. Its importance grew with the construction of Nidaros Cathedral, a sanctuary built over the tomb of Saint Olav, the king […]
Lofoten Islands, Norway
Eggum is a small fishing village on the island of Vestvågøy, in Norway’s Lofoten archipelago. This village of 57 inhabitants is a haven of peace, where time seems to stand still. Surrounded by majestic mountains and bathed by the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Eggum offers breathtaking scenery. Traditional fishermen’s houses made of colorful […]
Norway, Oslo
For Norwegians, ice skating is an everyday activity, but for visitors it can be a truly extraordinary experience. The Spikersuppa rink is located right in the center of Oslo, opposite the National Theater and Karl Johans gate shopping street. Bring your own skates or rent a pair for NOK 120 per day, the rink is […]
Norway, Oslo
The parc Gustav Vigeland is Oslo’s largest park and the world’s largest sculpture park created by a single artist. It features 212 stone and bronze sculptures presenting humanity in all its aspects. Vigeland not only created all the sculptures, he also designed the park, including the garden architecture, bridges, fountains and enclosure. The park is […]
Norway, Oslo
Built between 1824 and 1848, the Royal Palace is a highly symbolic landmark in Norwegian history. Construction began under the initiative of King Carl Johan, and the Palace began to be occupied as early as 1849. Today, it is the principal residence of the King and Queen of Norway, but also houses the Council of […]
Norway, Oslo
The Historical Museum is located in one of the country’s most beautiful Art Nouveau buildings, in the center of Oslo. It presents permanent and temporary exhibitions on four levels. The first floor features the vast and rich collections of the Norwegian Middle Ages, the Treasure Cabinet with gold and silver coins, and the Collapse exhibition. […]
Norway, Oslo
The National Gallery of Oslo‘s rich art collection is presented in a highly original way. Works in a variety of styles and from different eras are cleverly placed in relation to one another: for example, a monochrome canvas by Arne Malmedal dialogues with the Enchanted Forest by Munch; a landscape by Johan Christian Dahl responds […]
Norway, Oslo
The forest and unspoiled nature that surround the city are just 20 minutes from downtown Oslo. In winter, cross-country ski trails abound and the winter park, easily accessible from Volsenkollen, a metro station (line 1) before the Frognerseteren terminus, offers all the joys of winter sports in an idyllic setting. The Nordmarka Forest offers outstanding […]
Norway, Oslo
Strategically located on a rock above the Oslo fjord, the citadel of Akershus watched over the safety of King Håkon V and his Norwegian subjects during the Middle Ages. Akershus is still a military base, which is why you’ll see teenagers on patrol, their heads topped with feather toupees. The fortress is open to the […]
Norway, Oslo
Oslo Cathedral (or Oslo domkirke) is the main church and seat of the Lutheran diocese of the Church of Norway, as well as the parish church in the capital’s city center. The current building dates from the late 17th century and was renovated in 2010. On the southwest corner of the tower is a relief […]