Visit Norway with NetFerry: the perfect holiday outdoors!

If you are looking for spectacular landscapes, pristine nature, terrific waterfalls and majestic glaciers, Norway is the place for you. The geographical variety across the country is really remarkable! In fact, while the capital, Oslo, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, cultural city, if you go to the North of the country, you will find an incredibly varied natural environment.  Norway's Svalbard islands, have impressive mountains, crystal clear fjords and immense glaciers… and, if you are lucky, you may even be able to see the famous Northern Lights!

Mountains, a national passion

With more than 300 peaks at over 2000 meters high, Norway is the place to go for mountain lovers! In fact, in this part of the world, mountains are part of the Norwegian national identity. For centuries Norwegians have used the hills as a remedy against the stress of modern life. 

At weekends and during holidays, Norwegians from all walks of life go trekking in the mountains in summer, or to enjoy the snow in winter. Almost half of the population owns a second home in the mountains, to give you an idea of how popular the great outdoors is to Norwegians!

Jotunheimen is considered to be one of the best mountainous regions Norway has to offer and is our top choice. The region covers about 3,500 square kilometres, this incredibly vast area provides some of the most spectacular treks in Europe. Make sure you have your camera at hand during while trekking here as you will see some of the most beautiful waterfalls, rivers, lakes and glaciers in the world.

Home of the highest mountains in Norway is the Galdhopiggen (2469m), and Jotunheimen is one of the most famous national parks in Europe, especially renowned for the broad range of activities and sports available. These include trail running, alpine skiing, cycling, climbing, rafting, horse riding, canoeing and cave excursions amongst other things.

Fjords, the soul of Norway

There are more than a thousand fjords in Norway, they are prolonged extensions of the sea that extend inland and are often overlooked by huge mountains on both sides. They represent the real soul of Norway!  

To fully admire the enchanting beauty fjords have to offer, its best to visit them by boat. A cruise on the Norwegian fjords is ideal if you want to get your fill of unbelievable views. If you follow our advice, make sure your journey includes Geirangerfjord and/or Sognefjord…

Geirangerfjord is a unique wonder of the world, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Part of a UNESCO heritage area, this unique fjord is surrounded by high mountains, magical waterfalls and green valleys. The sea-facing side of the mountain range rises to 1400 meters, and the peaks are snow-capped almost all year round.

Sognefjord, on the other hand, is the longest fjord in Norway and the second-longest in the world. Located near Bergen - Norway's second city - the Sognefjord range extends for 204 Km. The landscape around this fjord is dominated by unspoiled nature. If you take the cruise along this fjord, be sure to visit the Aurlandsdalen Valley, known as Norway's 'Grand Canyon', known for its distinct beauty and varied ecosystem. Its mountains are also home to the Jostedalsbreen glacier, the largest land-based glacier in Norway.

Ferries to Norway

Visit NetFerry and discover the ferry routes that serve Norway. The Netferry booking site allows you to save your quote and confirm the ticket a few days later. Netferry always helps you find the boat or ferry to best suit your needs. Rates, times and ports of departure and arrival are just a few clicks away with Netferry.

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