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Vidar

My name is Vidar Moløkken, and my origins lie deep into the forests of Hedmark county in the south-eastern parts of Norway, where I was born i 1968. This region isn't the most dramatic naturewise, but my father was born and raised alongside a small fjord near the northern city of Tromsø. In the span between the rather patient landscapes down in the south, and the highly captivating fjords and mountains of the north, my love for norwegian nature came to life. As a little boy in the 70's, I was glued to the side windows of our family car for days when the summer vacation trip went north every se

Steven

Hi. I am a self-taught landscape photographer, living in Kabelvåg village, Lofoten islands. I am a Danish citizen, but have been living in Norway since 1985. I have always felt an attraction to nature, and outdoor activities. I have been doing summit to sea telemark-skiing, a little climbing, fly-fishing and other hikes all around in, and around Lofoten islands. Photography has been my priority hobby in recent years. I also do some guiding, especially during the northern-lights season. I communicate in English and Norwegian, understand Swedish and Danish very well, and a little German.

Iwan

Live outside of Ålesund. Ive grown up in West Africa and live in Norway, I have a huge passion for photography so I know how to show people the beauties of Norway, especially for foreigners to know what is new for them and what is old for Norwegians. I mainly go along the coast, not as much up in the mountains, but I love them as well.

Christian

Christian Hoiberg is a Norwegian Fine Art Landscape Photographer based in eastern Norway. Combined with his passion for photography, Christian loves traveling and exploring new areas around the world. His destinations are normally away from the big cities, and into the more remote corners. Next to photographing, Christian also loves to teach others what he has learned himself. Through his website he writes articles explaining various techniques and methods to improve your photography.

Carina

My name is Carina Hansen, I’m 26 years old and live in Stamsund, in Lofoten, Northern Norway. I’ve had nature photography as my main hobby for 13 years, and the Lofoten scenery is the perfect playground for me. I recently started my own company, named Fokus Lofoten, and I´m working on establishing myself as a freelance photographer. Besides photography I have maritime education and have worked onboard the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, Hurtigruten.

Stian

My name is Stian Klo, I´m a professional and award winning fine art landscape photographer from Harstad in Northern Norway, where I was born in 1980. I have always been the creative type, and fascinated with nature and photography ever since I was a little boy. Exploring and travelling is therapy for me, which is why i´m often found camping up in the mountains. Growing up in Northern Norway has its advantages in terms of aesthetic, dramatic landscapes and light, and this is what I try to capture on my adventures. My work has been published in highly esteemed magazines such as National Geograph

Hanne-Marthe

Hi, my name is Hanne-Marthe Hellevik and I come from the beautiful, art nouveau, city of Ålesund, Norway. My passions is photographing, nature and hiking. Living here gives me a free ticket to nature. I love to spend my time hiking in the mountains. I often hike alone as well as with company. When I go on trips alone I feel sort of free from stress and daily routines. It feels like therapy to me! The silence and the beauty of nature beats it all. I could not find a better playground than home. We are surrounded by mountains, fjords and valleys. Jealous? You should be! Join the adventure with m

Live

My name is Live Andrea, I'm a 24 year old girl from Lom – a small village surrounded by mountains. I work as a graphic designer, web designer and hobby photographer, and I'm also good at having fun. For nine seasons (still going) I've been working at a mountain lodge called Leirvassbu, situated in the heart of Jotunheimen – a large mountain area where many of the highest peaks in Northern Europe are found. I love going on adventures, big and small, and I always bring my camera. There's a lot of exciting stuff to do in and around Lom and I am gonna do my best to give some good advice.

Renate

Renate lives in Finnmark in the north of Norway. This is the land of eternal light and eternal night. At 70°N we have the midnight sun for two months in the summer. The sun never sets and the night is as bright as the day. In winter we have the polar night, which is an equally long period when the sun never rises above the horizon. The nature in this arctic region is fascinating in so many ways!

Odd

Awarded Travel Blogger of the Year in Norway. One of the most well known travel reporters, and travel blogger with high influence. Author of several travel books i Norway.

Ole

Hello! My name is Ole Martin Krokstrand. I am a photographer, skier and lover of nature from the city Mo i Rana, south of the Arctic Circle, Norway. As long as I am outside I am happy! https://instagram.com/olemartinkrokstrand/ https://500px.com/olemartinkrokstrand

Madeleine

My name is Madeleine, and I live on the countryside not too far away from Tromsø with my boyfriend and our 9 huskies. When I’m not at work as a gardener, you will most likely find me hiking in the mountains, skiing or riding a dogsled. I am a hobby Photographer at heart! I’m also one of the four authors of the upcoming book / tour guide «Hiking in Troms». The last years I’ve been traveling the world; backpacking in South America, surfing in Australia, diving in Thailand, hiking across the island of Corsica, climbing Kilimanjaro. All this, just to discover that there is no place like home. Norw

Kim

My name is Kim Jenssen, 39 years old from Senja - Troms. I have my own company now - Kim Jenssen photography and I'm a big fan of the nature and the amazing landscape we have around us. Love traveling around the world with my camera. To do photography and see the nature around me here its just amazing and i will love to help you to see what i see everyday on Island Senja and other places near me. Feel free to contact me anytime and i will do my best to give you the information you looking for, tips and more. Hope to hear from you and until that ....... Take care ! ciao !

Espen

My name Espen, I live in the Bergen on the west coast of Norway I am a restless soul and spend a lot of my spare time outside doing hiking, skiing, mountaineering and some climbing. I love mountains and have a special fondness for Jotunheimen National Park. I Collect 2K peaks which there are many of these in Norway. Close to home I spend a lot of time in the areas around the Nærøyfjord and the Aurlandsfjord.

Per-Espen

Hi. My name is Per and I am from the arctic part of Norway. One part Tromsø, one part Vesterålen, being surrounded by the arctic light and scenery has really captivated me my entire life. Now being a residential southerner, I visit the north as often as I can. I'm a self-taught photographer attracted first and foremost to the lights and scenery nature has to offer, but in essence I am a photographic omnivore.

Anne

My name is Anne Olsen-Ryum and I live in a small place in the north of Norway called Hasvik. Hasvik is situated on the western side of Norway’s fourth largest island Sørøya. Sørøya is often claimed to be one of the most beautiful islands in Norway. My interest for photography started in my early teens, but I became seriously interested when I started digitally photography in 2001. I am 100% self-taught, and photographing is something I do in my spare-time. My main interest is landscape photography, and I love trying to catch the dramatic light that suddenly can reveal itself through all four

Ida

Hi! My name is Ida and I live on the island Karmøy, located on the West Coast of Norway. This previous year I have been traveling the world where I amongst other explored the hidden streets of Shanghai, worked for a magazine in Seoul, met great photographers in Singapore and discovered the most beautiful sunrises at the shores of Bondi Beach, Sydney. I have just settled back in my home town, Kopervik, Karmøy. Here I have started my own Photography studio, Shot by Skeie. I love to see new places and challenge my self with different sports and hobbies. When I am not working in my studio or bein

Kim

Hi, I am Kim. Born and raised in Northern Norway (Helgeland) but I have lived in Oslo the last 26 years. I am a landscape and travel photographer. My first experience with photography was in the darkroom back in the film days. I have been photographing ever since. A lot changed with the digital cameras and darkroom” and never have the possibilities for photographers been more exciting. Besides photography, my other great passion is travel. In my previous day job, I was privileged being able to visit many exotic and interesting countries all over the world. I love travelling and spend a lot of

Sven-Erik

As a young boy in the mid-eighties, fond of food flavors, ingredients colors and textures, I developed a strong passion for cooking, got trained for it and became a very well experienced chef. Later on, I was very fortunate that the work paths brought me around all corners of the world for many years, getting the opportunity to work in famous hotels and restaurants, and also for Seabourn Cruise Line – awarded for many years as the best cruise line in the world. And, somehow, at one point all these get combined and got attracted by other kinds of lights, colors and textures… getting the taste o

Alex

I'm an award-winning professional photographer living in Reine, Lofoten Islands. After working as an advertising and fashion photographer in Romania for 10 years, I decided to move to Lofoten, being mesmerised by the beauty of the Magic Islands. Now, I'm doing photo tours in Lofoten and I also provide photo services for different local clients. My life is outside. I hike, I climb, I camp everywhere and I enjoy nature in all its forms. I love extreme weather and the night sky. Let's discover the Magic Islands together!

Robert

Hi, my name is Robert Evensen, a 38 year old ”boy” from Trondheim, smack in the middle of Norway. My three main passions in life are photography, music and travel. I’ve been a bandmember, playing my guitars for 25 years now. I try to travel as much as my time and money allows me. I believe seeing different parts of the world, and getting to know different cultures, makes us more tollerant and understanding people. But for the last two-three years photography has really occupied my mind and time. I love taking my Fuji’s out to capture the beauty that nature provides. But I'm also fascinated by

Chris

Self-taught landscape photographer with passion for raw nature, seascapes, harsh conditions such as the beauty we find around us. In addition to photography, I love fishing, hiking and explore new places.

Bryn

Hello, my name is Bryn and I am a 40 year old Welshman who has been living in Kristiansand since 2012. This area is now my home. I am a local freelance landscape photographer so I do get around the area a bit and have gotten to know quite a lot of the local regions. I have been involved the the adventure activities and tourism trade for over 20 years. I have a huge love for nature and the natural environment.

Ahmed

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I do provide professional service with nearly 12 years of experience in handing incoming business and official visiting for delegations and visitors to Norway. Including guide service in different language and business consultant with local expertise, knowledge and en extensive network with embassies, well known organizations and companies in Nordic countries and I guarantee your the best possible service and satisfaction. My strong side: 1. Approved Destination Status 2. Wide-ranging experience and knowledge. 3. A constant emphasis on the high standard of quality and commitment. 4. Flexibili

Eirik

Hi, i am Eirik from Bergen, a photographer with passion for nature and landscape photography.

Stian

I am a 21 year old wildlife and nature photographer. I'm from Aurskog Høland, Norway. This area is located south east in Norway, close to Sweden. Nature and being outside has always been an important part my life. At the age of 13 he bought him self a camera, and since then the passion for capturing moments has been a part of his life. At the age of 17 I got to the finale of the in Nordic Nature Photo Contest under 18. When I got time, I can’t wait to go out and capture new moments. Having the forest just outside of my home, makes it easy to find inspiration. Through out my work, the passion f

Frank

Self thaught photographer, specializing in night- and northern lights photography. Former employed at the university hospital of Northern Norway as a technical engineer. Now retired, due to health issues. This makes me available both day- and nighttime. I am out photographing almost every day during the Aurora season. I have a professional (Canon) camera, suitable for night photography. So I can give advice for this brand.

Megan

I am a travel writer and digital marketer from the United States but am location independent and you can usually find me roaming around Europe. I lived in Norway for four years and it remains one of my favorite countries on the planet and I love being able to share my passion for all things Norwegian with travelers and enthusiasts alike!

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Norway’s Most Visited Waterfall

One of Norway’s most popular nature attractions is the spectacular waterfall Vøringsfossen. This 182 meter (145m vertical drop) tall waterfall is located at the edge of Hardangervidda in Eidsfjord municipality close to Rv7. Vøringsfossen was in 2006 the most visited nature attraction in Norway, and it still remains one of the most visited each year. It’s no wonder so many people want to see these unique falls. Pictures can be spectacular, but nothing can compare to standing there absorbing the raw nature, hearing the noise of a roaring waterfall and feeling the light

27 photos that prove the Vesterålen archipelago is very instagrammable

Vesterålen is a group of islands bordering to Lofoten in the south. The archipelago is connected by bridges as well as being linked with the mainland Norway, making any travel completely ferry-free. Vesterålen consists of five municipalities: Andøy, Bø, Hadsel, Sortland and Øksnes. Andøya Airport at Andenes and Stokmarknes Airport at Skagen are the only two airports in Vesterålen. Hurtigruten, the coastal express, visits Risøyhamn, Sortland and Stokmarknes. The world renowned Trollfjord, which lies in the Raftsund strait is a

25 Reasons Why Norway And The Northern Lights Are Match Made In Heaven

The combination of rugged and wild nature in northern Norway and the Aurora Borealis is a match made in heaven. Imagine the vast Arctic landscape and nature, snow-capped and jagged mountains, frozen fjords and the green lady dancing in the night sky. No wonder this part of Norway has risen to the top of many traveller´s and photographer´s bucket-lists. Here's some visual proof as to why you should start planning for next seasons winter adventure in Norway. All images courtesy of Stian Klo and Arild Heitmann at Lofoten tours. Quick tip! Bring your best wool undies, it can ge

Spring time adventures in the Lofoten islands

March and the first half of April is the perfect time for travels and hikes where you combine seeing at least two of the most beautiful scenarios nature has to offer. The source the title refers to, causes both of those before mentioned scenarios. I guess you have figured it out already... In addition to being essential for life on Earth, the sun gives us some beautiful colors and play of light as it sets during the late evening. Afterwards, when the night is sneaking up on you, sometimes even before the colored horizon darkens, the northern lights could show up. You wouldn't

Aurora Borealis: Myths and Legends

The origin of the northern lights have various explanations in folklore and mythology. The lights have been described in ancient times by indigenous peoples, polar explorers and even mentioned in the Old Testament. This is the explanation given by the Sami people. The Sami people in the North, indigenous to Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia, believed that the fires in the sky were the souls of the dead and that they had magical effects. Sami shaman drums often had symbols that depicted these fires. When the aurora blazed in the sky you should be careful and stay inside and the childr

Why You Should Visit Norway During Winter

When foreigners are asked about Norway, the first thing they mention is most likely snow, winter and freezing temperatures. The fact is that during the last years our winters have become warmer and shorter. While this might sound great to some people, I prefer having a white Christmas and I strongly believe that Norway has some of it’s most beautiful moments during the winter months. There is something special about the atmosphere in nature when the landscape is covered in a white blanket and you feel the crisp air pulling your face. This year we had a green Christmas. It&rsqu

Geirangerfjorden | The Iconic Norwegian Fjord

The Ultimate Fjord Experience The ultimate example of Norway's western fjords, with scenery many of us travel around the globe to see, is Geirangerfjorden. Read more: The Ultimate Countdown of Norwegian Fjords See also: Top 10 Waterfalls in Norway Also read: A Seven Day Fjord Adventure Snow-capped mountains towering over the blue fjord, while thundering waterfalls drop almost perpendicular into it. Small farms of old clinging to narrow ledges several hundred meters above the visiting cruise ships. This is Geiranger and Geirangerfjord. Created by Glaciers Like the rest of Norway's fj

Wearing sunglasses in the middle of the night!

It was a beautiful Friday afternoon in late May. The sun was shining, the sky was blue, the birds were singing, the flies were buzzing and best of all – I could look forward to several days off from work! I consider myself very lucky living above the Arctic Circle - more precisely in a small place in the Finnmark County called Hasvik. I love the rough nature, the steep mountains, the smell of salt sea, the winter storms, the summer nights, the midnight sun, the polar nights, the northern lights – in short; I just love living in Northern Norway! We have a Norwegian song that goe

Summiting the tallest mountain on Senja island

You don’t necessarily need great weather to enjoy the great outdoors in the northern parts of Norway. Landscapes still come out exceptionally beautiful despite fog and clouds, and makes it all look even more dramatic. This trip makes the perfect example. We pitched our tents the day before, just by the foot of the mountain, Breidtind. Our night was notjng else but breathtaking, with the fog in the valleys and fjords and the midnight sun shining through the crisp air, touching our cheeks. The day started out quite cloudy, and not too warm. Weird, because the weather forecast told us it

Lifjell - Mountains on the quiet side

Calming down What comes to your mind when you think of Norway? Dramatic fjords? Spectacular waterfalls? Expensive beer? Northern lights? A dude dressed in bright colours sitting on a reindeer? Well, all of these things might be the real deal. But what if you've already been there - done that? Wouldn't it be great just to calm down a bit? Little more than a 100 km from the busy city centre of Oslo, there is a small mountain range which doesn't stand out in any particular way. There's larger mountains, higher mountains, sharper, deeper, more colorful mountains in Norway. Yet

The Troll Wall in Romsdalen

Oh, these trolls again Old. Grey. Hairy. Trees growing on their heads. Yes, they are everywhere, yet nowhere to be seen. Or...? In Norwegian folklore the trolls keep their spot on the centre stage, and they play an important role in our travels. Souvenir shops are even full of them. You can buy little figurines, postcards and any item you can think of with a troll theme. And every tiny little part of the country has some place named after them; troll mountain, troll valley, troll bay, you name it.... But there is only one Troll Wall. Memory of ice ages Ten thousand years ago, the latest i

Nyksund - A Wharf Of The Past / A Wharf For The Future

Nyksund, edging against the wild and rich Norwegian Sea, is an old fishing village hosting great scenery and an interesting history to go along with it. On the island of Langøya, situated in the Vesterålen archipelago, this naturally made safe haven for fishing boats of old has gained new dimensions as a must-see destination for tourists visiting Vesterålen. Not only does the location itself provide an ample supply of beautiful scenery to take in - the somewhat gnarly, narrow gravel road taking you to Nyksund is quite the experience in itself. Stockfish in the

Aurora Season: When, Where and How?

People often ask me «When is the best time to experience the northern lights?» Well, it isn't possible to see the aurora during summer because the Norwegian summer nights are too bright. In the north the sun won't even set for two months! So basically aurora season in Norway is from autumnal equinox to spring equinox, when the night sky is dark enough to display the beautiful light. However, it's not just a question of “when” but also “where”. The further north you are the more likely you'll see the aurora. The best location is anywhere wit

Hiking Reinebringen | Information & Tips

If you are planning a trip to Lofoten and are looking for hiking trips, you will most likely have heard about the mountain Reinebringen, which gives you one of the most spectacular views in Lofoten. Reinebringen is one of the most popular hikes in Lofoten, but the hike is also one of the most dangerous ones. The view from the top at a late August evening. The view currently comes with a warning Reinebringen is located above the village Reine and is easily accessible from the main road. The mountain is 448 meters tall, which isn’t particularly much. The view over the village

Outer Lofoten | Don't miss out on a summer night up north!

Lofoten archipelago, and perhaps especially Flakstad and Moskenes, is widely known for its distinctive mountains that plunge straight into the sea. Now in the summer when the nights are bright and the sea are shiny and quiet, you should know when to act if you don't want to miss some exceptionally beautiful scenes. Part of what makes Lofoten islands so special is the many narrow fjords that you partly drive along, crossing by bridges or under through tunnels. You are therefore constantly in a perfect distance to the landscape on the opposite side, and can therefore exp

Beautiful Hardanger spring

Norway´s Orchards The Hardanger district rings out like a romantic dream for many Norwegians. Very often the word "Hardanger" is followed by "blossom", and most people think of a green fjord landscape with beautiful orchards below snow-capped mountains. This is of course a good reason why Hardanger is one of Norway´s primary travel destinations. The Fjord The Hardanger fjord stretches from the coastline to Odda at the inner reaches of Sørfjorden, a southward directed side fjord. This covers a distance of more than 180

Mystical happenings in the Norwegian valley!

I must admit this valley is the most beautiful I know. If you want to experience a fairy tale scenery, this is it. Norangsdalen is described as the wildest and most spectacular valley in Sunnmøre. The steep mountains, the cultural history and the raw nature are unique. For hikers, divers and tourists this valley is a must see when you are in Norway and Sunnmøre. The hill farms named Stavbergsætra og Urasætra The old houses are built into rocks and the mountains to shelter from avalanches and wind. In the winter the road through this valley is c

Chasing sunsets in Jotunheimen

Jotunheimen is a large mountain area in Southern Norway, and 255 of Norway's 300 highest peaks are situated here. 2000 m.a.s.l. is the magical limit. Despite this, there are a lot of easy, short hikes that can be done in a few hours. With good timing you can be fortunate enough to watch the sunset from a mountain top. I work at Leirvassbu mountain lodge, which is a great starting point for hiking because you're already at 1400 m.a.s.l. Most of the summer I work night shifts, and thus I have the evenings off. This gives me the opportunity to chase the golden hour from a summit. Some

Colors and wooden wharfs at Bakklandet - Trondheim

When you are in Trondheim, you cannot miss seeing and visiting the signature wooden wharfs along the river Nidelven. The wharfs have a long history as storage facilities and loading/unloading cargo from the ships that came with traders from all over. The oldest wharfs in Trondheim was built around 1700 on both sides of the river Nidelven and the best-preserved wharfs today are the ones on the Bakklandet side, between the Old Town Bridge (Gamle Bybro) and Bakke Bridge (Bakke bro) as you can see on the photo. Several fires through the years have been a threat to keeping the wharfs, and

For the best view of Bergen: hike Stolzekleiven

If you are ever in Bergen and feel like doing some excercice, do as the locals. Hike the 908 steps up to Sandvikspilen and enjoy the fantastic view of city. Or if you just wanna get a nice selfie, Stolzekleiven is the place to go! No matter when you do it - you will most likely meet people. Especially during summer there are a lot people in Stolzekleiven, often training for the run ”Stolzekleiven Opp”. If you can I recommend doing the trip on a summer evening, late enough to enjoy the sunset. The trip starts from Fjellveien and is quite steep, there is a paved road for a w

Rorbuer: Fishermen's cabins

If you have been in northern Norway earlier you are probably familiar with these red cozy wood cabins called fishermens cabins, or “rorbuer” in Norwegian. The cabins are found along the coast of Norway, especially in the Lofoten Islands in northern Norway, and are packed with history and character. The Lofoten Islands has one of the most fertile fishing grounds in the world, and the fishermen cabins were originally built to shelter local and visiting fishermen who came to the Islands to participate in the fishery during the fishing season. Even though fishery is still the most

Historical Beach of Mølen

Norway might be most famous for it’s dramatic landscapes in Northern Norway and beautiful fjords in the west. These places may be a photographers main locations to visit in Norway, but the east of Norway also has some beautiful scenery and history to share. One of my go-to seascape locations here in the east is a beautiful beach called Mølen. I would most definetly not recommend going here to get your tan on and sunbathe, as this is the beach in Norway with greatest density of pebbles in Norway. In other words not the most comfortable place to lie down. If you however are interest

Climbing Stetind - The Norwegian national mountain

Stetind is iconic, chances are you have already seen photographs of it. It towers some 1392 meters above Tysfjord and is really a landmark. This first image is Stetind from the air on our northtbound flight to Harstad/Evenes. Climbers from all over Norway (and Europe) travel to Tysfjord to climb this granite giant. And during the summer months (july and august) you will not be alone on this mountain. If you haven´t got any climbing experience, it is still possible to ascend Stetind. My suggestion would be to hire a guide. What you need is a relative good physique,

The return of the sun

Imagine living in a place where you are not able to see the sun for two whole months - a place where the sun disappears in November and does not return until late January. Do you think that sounds awful or depressing? Living in Northern Norway, in a small place in Finnmark called Hasvik; I can assure you that it is not. At least I do not think so. We call the period of the year when the sun is below the horizon for The Polar Night period. I think it is one of the finest times of the year. The light can be so magical that sometimes I have to pinch myself to make sure I am not dreaming. Desp

10 stunning carwalks in Norway

Are you satisfied just taking in the scenery through the car window? Or do you want to take a part of it? If you are visiting Romsdalen in the north western part of Norway you will find 10 trips that combine a car journey with short walks. All of the trips are interesting walks of reasonable lenght. From 30 to 120 minutes from the start to you are with the startpiont. In the region you will find designes walking and hiking maps and informative texts show you where to go and what to see. The sheet for the car trip shows clearly where the walks are, and the walks start and end at th

They call it little Venice, I call it my beautiful home!

Welcome to my hometown, Ålesund. My city is actually called “little Venice” because of the city channel named, Brosundet. Some people means it reminds them of Venice. This is one of the most photographed area in Ålesund. The beauty of the coloured houses is a breathtaking scene. Over the years it has been one of the biggest tourist attractions especially for photographers. In the city centre you´ll find hotels, the art nouveau center, great dining places, shopping malls, museums, library, cinema, coffee bars, romantic atmosphere and a

Fishing wild salmon in one of the best rivers in Norway

Stjørdalselva is the name of the river that runs out in the Trondheim Fjord just opposite the runway of the Trondheim Airport Værnes. For years back, this river is famous for being one of the best for catching wild salmon in Norway. Last year (2014) I was, together with my daughter (then 8 years old), invited by the owner and keeper, Aksel Hembre, and to Hembre Gård to get a close up of what this is all about. My impression from before was that this was “something for men in the mid-fifties”, but I would find out that I was wrong about that. Well, almost&hel

The Secret Waterfall of Trolls

To be honest I'm not sure I want to write this article. I've seen how tourism can ruin untouched, raw nature and since this is one of my favorite locations in southern Norway, I am a little hesitant sharing the secret with you. This is one of those places you can go and rarely meet anyone else. However, I choose to believe that you who are reading this, and considering a trip to Norway, are respectful towards nature and know the unwritten rule "Leave no traces behind". That's all that I'm asking of you if you visit the place I'm about to reveal. Treat it with respect and let's not make it int

Love at first sight?

ALNES The charming Alnes, is located in the island Godøya, 15 minutes drive outside Ålesund city. To get there you drive through underwater sea tunnels through Giske island. Alnes represent the history of the fishermen with the old boathouses, the lighthouse and the old homes. The houses are built close together for protection against storms and bad weather. The weather can be very rough out here. Welcome to Alnes! I fell in love in this place the first time I was here. The fresh air, the sea, the cute houses, boathouses and all the nature activi

The Norwegian Autumn

People often ask me what my favorite time of year is. To be quite honest, I do not have one favorite season. Actually this is one of the perks of living in Norway, we have 4 seasons and they all offer something unique. That being said, autumn is a excellent period to photograph. The combination of colors and ever changing weather is truly enjoyable to photograph, and just as pleasing for the eye. Feeling the crisp air, yet still the warmth of the sun, is something only this time of year offers. At least for us Norwegians, for you the Norwegian summer air is probably crisp too. I mentioned

The other south

Hot summer days. Sunshine from clear skies. Saltwater gently sweeping the warm slickrock. Small, cosy towns of white, wooden houses. This is the southern coast of Norway. At least it is the image the tourist industry likes to paint of our southernmost district. In June, July and August it's mostly true, though. But what about the other nine months of the year? In norwegian this area is called Sørlandet, which translates pretty straightforward to the southern land. It covers the entire coastline from the small town of Risør in the east, to the equally small town of Flekke

Experience the light in Lofoten!

Experience the lights in mighty Lofoten!"Two of many things Lofoten is known for, is all kind of lights and beautiful nature". In June 2016, I decided to start living my life as a photographer. Packed my bags and drove all the way to Lofoten, in northern Norway, and this is my experiences so far: Midnight sun Just imagine you go out fishing in the middle of the night, wearing a pair of Ray Ban's . A bright orange ball of light, just glowing over the horizon in the north, and you cant even tell what time it is, quite funny. The midnight sun lasts from approximately 28th of

Geirangerfjorden | The Iconic Norwegian Fjord

The Ultimate Fjord Experience The ultimate example of Norway's western fjords, with scenery many of us travel around the globe to see, is Geirangerfjorden. Read more: The Ultimate Countdown of Norwegian Fjords See also: Top 10 Waterfalls in Norway Also read: A Seven Day Fjord Adventure Snow-capped mountains towering over the blue fjord, while thundering waterfalls drop almost perpendicular into it. Small farms of old clinging to narrow ledges several hundred meters above the visiting cruise ships. This is Geiranger and Geirangerfjord. Created by Glaciers Like the rest of Norway's fj

How to get the most out of your travel in Northern Norway

Northern Norway, especially Lofoten Islands, is a very popular destination for landscape photographers from around the world, and pictures from the archipelago has spread like wildfire through a number of websites and social media in recent years. I am so lucky to live here, and I can see daily, firsthand, why this archipelago is like a magnet to photographers as well as skiers, mountain climbers, kayakers and so on, tourists in general. This article will, therefore, deal with the part of the country I know the most; areas north of the Arctic Circle. It caters for landscap

Norway's Best Month

May is a very beautiful month of the year with lots of flowers in bloom, the night vanishing in to late sunsets and early sunrises until they blend together, and all the vegetation is becoming lush green. But that is not what Im going to be talking about. Spring Love is a good term for the month here in Norway not necessarily romantic but very much happens in this month and can be pretty busy for people. May is a time of the year you are likely to see the Norwegian traditional dress Bunads, Konfirmasjon When a teenager turns around 15 or 16 years old they will ha

The Secret Waterfall of Trolls

To be honest I'm not sure I want to write this article. I've seen how tourism can ruin untouched, raw nature and since this is one of my favorite locations in southern Norway, I am a little hesitant sharing the secret with you. This is one of those places you can go and rarely meet anyone else. However, I choose to believe that you who are reading this, and considering a trip to Norway, are respectful towards nature and know the unwritten rule "Leave no traces behind". That's all that I'm asking of you if you visit the place I'm about to reveal. Treat it with respect and let's not make it int

The Reality of Seeing the Aurora Borealis

Find out why you might not see the Northern lights like in the pictures that you find on social media. The season is almost over if not already completely over as the long summer days are taking over. But this might help with your anticipation and expectations of seeing them next winter. I like to show images that show reality, sometimes our eyes are limited to see the reality, sometimes they are better at perceiving reality so depending on the image, the editing might be different. The left image above is straight out of the camera (which is duller than the preview you get on t

Beautiful Hardanger spring

Norway´s Orchards The Hardanger district rings out like a romantic dream for many Norwegians. Very often the word "Hardanger" is followed by "blossom", and most people think of a green fjord landscape with beautiful orchards below snow-capped mountains. This is of course a good reason why Hardanger is one of Norway´s primary travel destinations. The Fjord The Hardanger fjord stretches from the coastline to Odda at the inner reaches of Sørfjorden, a southward directed side fjord. This covers a distance of more than 180

孙傲 Oliver Soon

Hi, my name is Oliver Soon. I am a professional travel guide. Traveling is not just my profession; it is also my passion, a part of my life. Other than that, I am also a creative and enthusiastic photographer! I enjoy the wild lives and the outdoor activities. Capturing the best moments of my journeys is one of my favorite things to do. I like to be free like a bird Whenever the dull city life becomes too overwhelming, I’d always enjoy indulging in the beauty of the Norwegian nature. I love to chase after the the Northern Li

Driving around to explore Norway

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Hiking Reinebringen | Information & Tips

If you are planning a trip to Lofoten and are looking for hiking trips, you will most likely have heard about the mountain Reinebringen, which gives you one of the most spectacular views in Lofoten. Reinebringen is one of the most popular hikes in Lofoten, but the hike is also one of the most dangerous ones. The view from the top at a late August evening. The view currently comes with a warning Reinebringen is located above the village Reine and is easily accessible from the main road. The mountain is 448 meters tall, which isn’t particularly much. The view over the village

25 Reasons Why Norway And The Northern Lights Are Match Made In Heaven

The combination of rugged and wild nature in northern Norway and the Aurora Borealis is a match made in heaven. Imagine the vast Arctic landscape and nature, snow-capped and jagged mountains, frozen fjords and the green lady dancing in the night sky. No wonder this part of Norway has risen to the top of many traveller´s and photographer´s bucket-lists. Here's some visual proof as to why you should start planning for next seasons winter adventure in Norway. All images courtesy of Stian Klo and Arild Heitmann at Lofoten tours. Quick tip! Bring your best wool undies, it can ge

The Troll Wall in Romsdalen

Oh, these trolls again Old. Grey. Hairy. Trees growing on their heads. Yes, they are everywhere, yet nowhere to be seen. Or...? In Norwegian folklore the trolls keep their spot on the centre stage, and they play an important role in our travels. Souvenir shops are even full of them. You can buy little figurines, postcards and any item you can think of with a troll theme. And every tiny little part of the country has some place named after them; troll mountain, troll valley, troll bay, you name it.... But there is only one Troll Wall. Memory of ice ages Ten thousand years ago, the latest i

Mystical happenings in the Norwegian valley!

I must admit this valley is the most beautiful I know. If you want to experience a fairy tale scenery, this is it. Norangsdalen is described as the wildest and most spectacular valley in Sunnmøre. The steep mountains, the cultural history and the raw nature are unique. For hikers, divers and tourists this valley is a must see when you are in Norway and Sunnmøre. The hill farms named Stavbergsætra og Urasætra The old houses are built into rocks and the mountains to shelter from avalanches and wind. In the winter the road through this valley is c

Why You Should Visit Norway During Winter

When foreigners are asked about Norway, the first thing they mention is most likely snow, winter and freezing temperatures. The fact is that during the last years our winters have become warmer and shorter. While this might sound great to some people, I prefer having a white Christmas and I strongly believe that Norway has some of it’s most beautiful moments during the winter months. There is something special about the atmosphere in nature when the landscape is covered in a white blanket and you feel the crisp air pulling your face. This year we had a green Christmas. It&rsqu

27 photos that prove the Vesterålen archipelago is very instagrammable

Vesterålen is a group of islands bordering to Lofoten in the south. The archipelago is connected by bridges as well as being linked with the mainland Norway, making any travel completely ferry-free. Vesterålen consists of five municipalities: Andøy, Bø, Hadsel, Sortland and Øksnes. Andøya Airport at Andenes and Stokmarknes Airport at Skagen are the only two airports in Vesterålen. Hurtigruten, the coastal express, visits Risøyhamn, Sortland and Stokmarknes. The world renowned Trollfjord, which lies in the Raftsund strait is a

Exploring the Lofoten archipelago during polar night

Northern Norway, and perhaps especially the archipelagos in the arctic part, has stunning scenery to show off. The most special about these areas, is that one can follow the light in all directions, around the clock. In the morning increases the light and colors in line with the sun rising on the horizon. Polar night means that the sun never comes up, so after noon it begins to darken again. The few hours of light we experience, is all dusk. Then comes the afternoon where it gets dark again, the moon appears when it is illuminated. Then, suddenly the Northern Lights could come&n

Travel safely in Norway

Darkness is here so we need to be careful. Exploration is awesome and I do quite a bit by bike and hiking, which is a good exercise when carrying 10 to 20 kg on my back, and sometimes tummy. Anyhow the most dangerous thing in Norway is not respecting nature, here at least on the West coast you can experience close to 4 seasons in a day and the weather can change quickly. You never know what can happen. So it can be pretty smart to memorise this number if you are visiting Norway and are gonna go on mountain trips or any other trips where you will be far from people or a

Northern Lights in Eastern Norway

No, Polar Bears do not walk in the streets all around Norway. No, we do not have penguins as pets. Yes, northern lights are visible outside Northern Norway and on a good day you may enjoy it all the way to the east! After living most of my life about one hour south of Oslo I had never seen the Northern Lights before last year. It might have been ignorance, it might have been the lack of knowledge, but it took me over twenty years to realise that we do occasionally see miss Aurora Borealis dance on the sky in my area too. Read more: How to see the Northern Lights in Norway See also: Find Nor

Stargazing among snowy mountains

A year ago I bought an all-season tent and set a goal of spending at least one night outside each month for one year. I live in Lom, a village surrounded by high mountains and beautiful nature – with a large part covered by the well-known mountain area Jotunheimen. In other words: great camping spots can be found almost anywhere around here! The center of Lom, photographed a very cold night in January after a very steep hike with a very heavy backpack. I had an awesome view and a nice place for my tent (the following picture), so it was definitely worth it. In

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