Norway: The land of the fjords, the glaciers, the mountains and so much more. A country that amazes you time and again with beautiful views and impressive landscapes. On top of that a dream destination for every van lifer because wild camping is allowed in the stunning nature of this country.
Are you ready to dive into this fascinating country? Keep your eyes open, because there is a chance that you will see a troll!
The best time to visit Norway is during summer, between May and September. During this period the weather will be most pleasant.
In the high season, from July to August, the most famous places of interest can be very busy. May is usually the driest month but there is a good chance that certain hikes and roads are still closed.
Hiking season starts in June. To our opinion, this is also the best month to explore Norway. This is also the period that you can see the midnight sun.
The official currency in Norway is the Norwegian Krone (NOK) and you can pay by card almost anywhere. In fact, the country even operates as a relatively cashless society. To be sure, we advise you to have a little bit of cash (especially coins for showers when you go camping), just in case.
The official language in Norway is Norwegian. In addition, most of the Norwegian population also speaks English.
Tap water is safe to drink all over Norway.
Norway is not a member of the European Union but is part of the Schengen Area. It does have a relation to the EU based on the EEA Agreement, making it easy for travelers from other EU countries to visit without a visa.
Travelers from outside EU have to check if their country has a visa-free agreement with Norway for visa requirements.
Because Norway has a good relation with the EU, you can enjoy the European roaming regulation. This means that if you come from another EU country, you do not need a different SIM card.
If you come from outside the EU, you must purchase a SIM. We recommend Jetpac's E-Sim!
In many public places such as restaurants and bars, you also have access to a local WiFi network.
In the biggest part of Norway, tipping is not common. Except in bars and restaurants where the locals tip when they are happy with the service or food. If you liked the service or food and you do want to tip, it is usually within 5-15% of the total amount of the bill. But remember that tipping is not expected.
In Norway, there are two power plug types: Type C and F. They operate on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
The time zone in Norway is in summer GMT+2 and in winter GMT+1.
