The Nature of Norway

A journey through fjords, northern lights, and untouched wilderness — where nature reveals its most breathtaking spectacles.

Majestic Fjords
Carved by ancient glaciers over millennia

Norway's fjords are among the most iconic natural landmarks on Earth. These deep, narrow inlets — flanked by towering cliffs that rise over 1,000 meters — were sculpted by glaciers during successive ice ages. The UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord showcase nature's raw power and timeless beauty.

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Sognefjord

Norway's longest fjord stretches 205 km inland and plunges to 1,308 meters — the deepest in the country.

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Geirangerfjord

A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for dramatic waterfalls like the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil.

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Lysefjord

Home to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), a flat-topped cliff 604 meters above the fjord waters.

1,190+
Named Fjords
205 km
Longest Fjord
1,308 m
Deepest Point
2
UNESCO Sites
The Northern Lights
Aurora Borealis — nature's greatest light show

From September to March, the skies above Northern Norway come alive with dancing curtains of green, violet, and pink. Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and Svalbard offer some of the world's best vantage points for witnessing the aurora borealis in all its ethereal glory.

"The northern lights are like a secret the sky shares with those who dare to stay up late in the cold."
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Tromsø

The "Gateway to the Arctic" — one of the best cities on Earth for aurora viewing, within the auroral zone.

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Lofoten Islands

Dramatic mountain backdrops create the perfect frame for the northern lights dancing above fishing villages.

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Svalbard

At 78°N, Svalbard experiences polar night from November to February — prime conditions for aurora.

National Parks
47 protected wilderness areas across the nation

Norway's 47 national parks protect everything from coastal archipelagos to Europe's largest glaciers and high alpine plateaus. The "allemannsretten" — the right to roam — ensures everyone can explore these pristine landscapes freely.

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Jotunheimen

"Home of the Giants" — contains Norway's two highest peaks, Galdhøpiggen (2,469m) and Glittertind.

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Hardangervidda

Europe's largest mountain plateau and home to Norway's largest wild reindeer herd.

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Rondane

Norway's first national park (1962), with gentle rounded peaks and rich Sámi cultural heritage.

47
National Parks
37,188
km² Protected
1962
First Park Est.
2,469 m
Highest Peak
Arctic Wildlife
Remarkable creatures of the North

Norway's diverse ecosystems — from deep fjords to Arctic tundra — support an extraordinary array of wildlife. Polar bears roam Svalbard, musk oxen graze the Dovrefjell plateau, and orcas hunt herring in the northern fjords each winter.

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Marine Life

Orcas, humpback whales, and the world's largest cod spawning grounds along the Norwegian coast.

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Sea Eagles

White-tailed eagles — Europe's largest raptor — soar above Lofoten with wingspans of up to 2.5 meters.

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Arctic Fauna

Polar bears, Arctic foxes, reindeer, and walruses thrive in the extreme conditions of Svalbard.

The Midnight Sun
When night becomes endless golden hour

North of the Arctic Circle, the sun never sets during the peak of summer. From mid-May to late July, Northern Norway bathes in continuous daylight — a surreal experience that transforms fjords and mountains into a photographer's paradise with warm, golden light around the clock.

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Nordkapp

Europe's northernmost point enjoys 24-hour sunlight from mid-May to late July — 76 days of endless day.

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Tromsø

The midnight sun shines from May 20 to July 22, turning the Arctic city into a vibrant summer playground.

Activities

Midnight sun hiking, kayaking, fishing, and golfing — experience adventure in perpetual golden light.

Ancient Glaciers
Rivers of ice that shaped the landscape

Norway is home to approximately 2,500 glaciers, including Jostedalsbreen — mainland Europe's largest glacier covering 487 km². These living remnants of the ice ages continue to shape the landscape, feeding turquoise rivers and creating the dramatic scenery Norway is famous for.

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Jostedalsbreen

Europe's largest mainland glacier at 487 km², with famous arms like Briksdalsbreen and Nigardsbreen.

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Glacier Lakes

Meltwater creates stunning turquoise lakes — the fine glacial flour suspended in water produces the vivid color.

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Glacier Hiking

Guided glacier walks offer a chance to explore ice caves, crevasses, and blue-ice formations up close.

2,500
Glaciers
487 km²
Largest Glacier
10,000
Years Old