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Gieranger fjord and Seven Sisters Waterfalls in More og Romsdal, Norway, Northern Europe
Gieranger fjord and Seven Sisters Waterfalls in More og Romsdal, Norway, Northern Europe

The Best of Norway

#35 best destination in the world

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Fløibanen, Bergen

Bergen, Norway - August 1, 2011: Town view from Fløyen with Fløibanen funicular
  • Fløibanen is a funicular railway located in Bergen that connects the city center with Mount Fløyen, offering views of the city and surrounding fjords
  • The journey takes about 5 to 8 minutes
  • Fløibanen began operations in 1918 and has since become a significant part of Bergen's tourism infrastructure
  • Visitors can explore various hiking trails and recreational areas at the summit, including the Troll Forest

Geirangerfjord

Gieranger fjord and Seven Sisters Waterfalls in More og Romsdal, Norway, Northern Europe
  • Geirangerfjord is a fjord located in the Sunnmøre region of Møre og Romsdal county
  • It is renowned for its steep mountain cliffs, deep waters, and cascading waterfalls
  • The fjord is often referred to as the "jewel in the crown" of Norway's fjords
  • It attracts visitors with its picturesque scenery, ancient farms, and opportunities for hiking and cruising

Fram Museum, Oslo

Interior of Fram Museum at Oslo,Norway 16-09-2013

Best time to visit: May-Aug

  • The Fram Museum is located in Oslo, Norway, and is dedicated to the history of Norwegian polar exploration
  • It showcases the famous polar ship Fram, which was used in significant Arctic and Antarctic expeditions
  • Visitors to the museum can board the Fram and experience exhibits that detail the challenges faced by explorers in some of the coldest and most dangerous environments on Earth

Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, Oslo

Storehouse at Norsk Folkemuseum (Folk Museum) at Bygdøy in Oslo, Norway, an open-air museum with 160 historic buildings. The Setesdal farmstead is furnished to look as it did in the 1700s.

Best time to visit: May-Aug

  • The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, known as Norsk Folkemuseum, is located in Bygdøy, Oslo
  • Established in 1894, it is a cultural history museum that showcases the diverse cultural heritage of Norway from the 16th century to the present day
  • It features around 160 historic buildings, including a famous stave church from the 1200s, allowing visitors to explore different architectural styles and lifestyles throughout Norwegian history

Frogner Park, Oslo

Oslo, Norway - July 30, 2011: Frogner Park Monolith Composition

Best time to visit: May-Aug

  • Frogner Park is the largest park in Oslo, renowned for housing the Vigeland Sculpture Park, which features over 200 sculptures created by the artist Gustav Vigeland
  • This makes it the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist
  • The park serves as a popular recreational area, offering various amenities such as an open-air swimming pool, cafes, and one of the largest playgrounds in Norway
  • Additionally, it boasts the country's largest collection of roses, with around 14,000 plants of 150 different species

Fjellheisen, Tromsø

TROMSO, NORWAY - JUNE 17, 2009: View of the Tromso Cable Car (Norwegian: Fjellheisen).
  • Fjellheisen, also known as the Tromsø Cable Car, is an aerial tramway located in Tromsø
  • The cable car offers panoramic views of Tromsø, including the surrounding islands, fjords, and mountains
  • The ride takes about four minutes and is a popular attraction, especially for viewing the Northern Lights during winter