Travelling in Norway - Cities in Norway

Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also the largest city, this is where most people travelling in Norway arrives. Oslo is situated at the end of the Oslo fjord. A fjord that and is surrounded by hills and forest with litte islands and coastal communities scattered throughout. Oslo is a diverse city with a few good attractions, like the vigeland Park, the Viking museum and Holmenkollen

Bergen

Bergen is Norway's second largest city. It is a city rich in history and cultural heritage and is also listed on the UNESCO worl heritage list. Bergen is over 900 years old and used to be a hub for the Hanseatic trade and the cities architecture shows numerous examples of this. This is also responsible for the early growth of Bergen. Bergen has a number of tourist attractions including its unique outdoor fish market, the steep railway "floibanen" and the home of composer Edvard Grieg at "Troldhaugen" among others. Bergen is a good starting point for travelling in the west of Norway.

Tromso

Tromso is called the gateway to the arctic and many people travelling in the arctic part of Norway arrive in Tromso. Surrounding Tromso is wild and dramatic nature with snowcapped peaks and a maze of small islands with beautiful lanscapes. Due to the gulf stream the climate is not as cold as one would think being situated above the arctic circle. Tromso has the highest density of bars compared to its population in Norway, and has a vibrant exciting night life. Tromso is also home to the Mack brewery who claims to be the northernmost beer brewery in the world. The Cathedral "Ishavskatedralen" offers some truly unique architecture in style with the arctic surroundings. Both the midnight sun and the northern lights can be experienced in Tromso and if you plan on travelling in Norway north of the arctic circle this is likely to be the city you arrive in.

Trondheim

In ancient times Trondheim used to be the capital of Norway, it was founded by the King, Olav Trygvasson, and new kings still get their ceremonial blessings here. Attractions in Trondheim includes the "Nidarosdomen" it is a dome raised upon the grave of the ancient king "Olav the Holy". The oldest yet existing parts stems from the 11th century. The archictecture of this dome is truly spectacular. If you're travelling within Norway a quick trip to Trondheim should be included in your trip.