Let yourself be tempted by happiness the Norwegian way
Come and discover the vast frozen spaces, the spectacular fjords and the traditional villages in bright colors. Whether you prefer land or sea, all lovers of nature and wild animals will be served: birds, muskoxen, whales and killer whales await you all over the country. Lovers of long hikes will be delighted and will be able to recover from their efforts with an excellent meal of fresh local products expertly prepared!
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Northern Norway
Lofoten Islands
Southern Norway and Fjords
Northern Norway
Northern Norway is the least populated region in the country. It is the land of origin of the Sami people, whose culture, heritage, and current way of life can be discovered.
Although the region is remote, it is not isolated. Leisure opportunities are numerous and varied: visiting traditional fishing villages, hiking, skiing or kayaking, or going out to sea to admire humpback whales and killer whales. The local gastronomy is also excellent, the climate and the particular light being ideal for growing fruits and vegetables.
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Lofoten Islands
Located north of the Arctic Circle, the Lofoten Islands are the ideal place to see the Northern Lights.
Historic land of the Vikings, the Lofoten Islands offer mainly mountainous landscapes and are bordered by fishing villages. They are also the refuge of many species of birds, including the famous sea eagles. The most adventurous can take the plunge and enjoy some of the northernmost surf spots in the world.
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Southern Norway and Fjords
The fjords, these valleys dug by erosion into the mountains, small inlets with steep sides, are spectacular landscapes and particularly typical of Norway.
The most impressive fjords are located in the south and west of the country. In particular, we can mention the Sognefjord, 200 km long, the Lysefjord, the southernmost, or the Hardangerfjord, which is particularly magnificent at the time of the flowering of the apple trees that border it. Southern Norway allows you to go from a summit to a sandy beach in a single hike.
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À propos
Meilleure saison pour partir
March-April, and from June to SeptemberDécalage horaire
No time differenceMétéo annuelle
However, in the mountains, it is necessary to put into perspective the low altitudes where our programs take place (between 0 and 800 m).
In Norway, 800 m of altitude is equivalent to more than 2000 m in the French Alps, in terms of isotherms and vegetation spreading. In a short altitude difference, you quickly pass from the coniferous forest to the birch forest and then to the tundra, which makes the hikes very contrasting. The most vigorous trees do not exceed 1200 m, and at 1500 m, grasslands persist all summer...
In the middle of summer, the average maximum temperatures reach 15°C at sea level in Lofoten. But as early as mid-August, nighttime temperatures can drop below 0°C on the highlands.
However, the feeling of hot and cold depends mainly on wind and humidity. Rain is not uncommon and large temperature variations can be recorded during the same day depending on the location and altitude.
Equip yourself accordingly.
Météo annuelle
In summer, the climate in Lofoten, 100 km north of the Arctic Circle, is very temperate for this high latitude.
However, in the mountains, it is necessary to put into perspective the low altitudes where our programs take place (between 0 and 800 m).
In Norway, 800 m of altitude is equivalent to more than 2000 m in the French Alps, in terms of isotherms and vegetation spreading. In a short altitude difference, you quickly pass from the coniferous forest to the birch forest and then to the tundra, which makes the hikes very contrasting. The most vigorous trees do not exceed 1200 m, and at 1500 m, grasslands persist all summer...
In the middle of summer, the average maximum temperatures reach 15°C at sea level in Lofoten. But as early as mid-August, nighttime temperatures can drop below 0°C on the highlands.
However, the feeling of hot and cold depends mainly on wind and humidity. Rain is not uncommon and large temperature variations can be recorded during the same day depending on the location and altitude.
Equip yourself accordingly.
Evénements et culture
Length of day in Lofoten and Lapland: the sun does not set from June 1 to July 15 (midnight sun).
Evénements et culture
Length of day in Lofoten and Lapland: the sun does not set from June 1 to July 15 (midnight sun).
Beyond the Arctic Circle, and even much further south, if your watches stay at the same time, your biorhythm may be a bit disturbed by the almost continuous day. To make your sleep easier and more restful, it is advisable to wear a blackout eye mask.