{"id":267488,"date":"2026-06-22T18:47:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T16:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=267488"},"modified":"2026-08-12T22:52:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T20:52:24","slug":"southern-norway-things-to-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Southern Norway: 11 Best Things to See in the South &#038; Southwest in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll hold your breath above sheer cliffs plunging into deep fjords, wander lanes lined with white wooden houses, and maybe even dip your toes into a surprisingly white sandy beach. <strong>Southern Norway and its southwestern coast<\/strong> make the perfect introduction to Scandinavian scenery for anyone heading to this breathtaking country for the very first time. Compared with the rugged, remote north, this region offers a far milder climate, much shorter drives, and incredible natural variety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide we&#8217;ll explore together <strong>11 things to see and do in southern Norway<\/strong>, so you can plan a truly perfect itinerary. You&#8217;ll find out why it pays to base yourself in picturesque Stavanger, how to prepare for the hike up the famous Preikestolen, and why you definitely shouldn&#8217;t skip the idyllic inland Telemark region. Norway is admittedly one of the pricier destinations out there, but with good planning and early booking you can manage everything with complete ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ll also help you with the practical stuff, like <strong>the best time to visit the region<\/strong>, reliable transport options, and a rough accommodation budget. Whether you&#8217;re planning to drive your own car over from Denmark, or you&#8217;d rather fly in and rent a car on the spot, you&#8217;ll find all the information you need here for a smooth holiday. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84e12b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84e12b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" 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9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#How_to_travel_southern_Norway_and_when_to_go\" >How to travel southern Norway and when to go<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Where_to_stay_in_southern_Norway\" >Where to stay in southern Norway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Cities_and_iconic_cliffs_of_the_southwest\" >Cities and iconic cliffs of the southwest<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#1_Oslo_%E2%80%94_the_green_capital\" >1. Oslo \u2014 the green capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#2_Stavanger_%E2%80%94_old_white_town_and_gateway_to_the_fjords\" >2. Stavanger \u2014 old white town and gateway to the fjords<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#3_Preikestolen_%E2%80%94_Norways_most_famous_viewpoint\" >3. Preikestolen \u2014 Norway&#8217;s most famous viewpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#4_Kjeragbolten_and_Lysefjord_%E2%80%94_a_boulder_over_the_abyss\" >4. Kjeragbolten and Lysefjord \u2014 a boulder over the abyss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#5_Hardangerfjord_%E2%80%94_orchards_waterfalls_and_glaciers\" >5. Hardangerfjord \u2014 orchards, waterfalls and glaciers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Inland_culture_and_the_southern_coast\" >Inland, culture and the southern coast<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#6_Telemark_Gaustatoppen_and_the_Telemark_Canal\" >6. Telemark, Gaustatoppen and the Telemark Canal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#7_Stave_churches_and_the_stunning_Heddal\" >7. Stave churches and the stunning Heddal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#8_Lillehammer_%E2%80%94_Olympic_legacy_and_open-air_museum\" >8. Lillehammer \u2014 Olympic legacy and open-air museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#9_Kristiansand_%E2%80%94_the_souths_biggest_city_and_family_fun\" >9. Kristiansand \u2014 the south&#8217;s biggest city and family fun<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#10_Fredrikstad_%E2%80%94_a_perfectly_preserved_fortress_town\" >10. Fredrikstad \u2014 a perfectly preserved fortress town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#11_The_Jaeren_beaches_and_sunny_Sorlandet_coast\" >11. The J\u00e6ren beaches and sunny S\u00f8rlandet coast<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Where_to_go_next_from_southern_Norway\" >Where to go next from southern Norway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#What_to_see_in_southern_Norway\" >What to see in southern Norway?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#How_many_days_is_enough_for_southern_Norway\" >How many days is enough for southern Norway?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#How_to_get_to_southern_Norway\" >How to get to southern Norway?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit\" >When is the best time to visit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Southern_or_northern_Norway\" >Southern or northern Norway?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Is_the_south_good_for_a_first_visit_to_Norway\" >Is the south good for a first visit to Norway?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/southern-norway-things-to-see\/#Is_the_south_coast_of_Sorlandet_worth_visiting\" >Is the south coast of S\u00f8rlandet worth visiting?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>Main draws:<\/strong> Cosmopolitan Oslo, the iconic clifftop viewpoints of Preikestolen and Kjeragbolten, and deep blue fjords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Lesser-known gems:<\/strong> The long sandy beaches of J\u00e6ren, historic stave churches, and the charming southern coast of S\u00f8rlandet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Getting around:<\/strong> A road trip in your own or a rented car is ideal, or take the scenic Bergensbanen and S\u00f8rlandsbanen railway lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> Conditions are best from late May to early September, when the mountain roads are safely passable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Budget:<\/strong> Be ready for higher prices \u2014 a night in an average hotel costs roughly 1,500 to 2,500 NOK.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Tickets:<\/strong> Fjord cruises and popular organised tours are easy to book in advance, with GetYourGuide being a favourite platform.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84e6ed&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84e6ed\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1116\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" 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https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-02-1536x952.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-02-696x432.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-02-1392x863.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Jerry Geraldi \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_travel_southern_Norway_and_when_to_go\"><\/span>How to travel southern Norway and when to go<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want total freedom to stop at every gorgeous waterfall, <strong>travelling by car is your best bet<\/strong>. You can reach southern Norway very easily by ferry from the Danish port of Hirtshals, with boats sailing directly to Kristiansand or Stavanger. From the UK, the simplest route is to fly into Oslo or Stavanger (Norwegian and SAS run regular flights from London, Manchester and Edinburgh) and pick up a hire car on arrival. Distances in the south are much shorter than in the Arctic regions, so you won&#8217;t spend your whole holiday behind the wheel and you&#8217;ll have plenty of time for actual exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For lovers of slow travel, Norway offers an <strong>absolutely fantastic railway network<\/strong> that ranks among the most beautiful in Europe. The Bergensbanen line linking Oslo and Bergen delivers breathtaking views across the mountain plateaus, while the S\u00f8rlandsbanen line carries you comfortably from the capital all the way to Stavanger. The trains are clean and reliable, and booking your tickets early can save you quite a bit of money too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ideal time to visit the south and southwest is <strong>from late May to early September<\/strong>, when conditions for sightseeing are at their best. During the summer months all the mountain roads and treks like Preikestolen and Trolltunga are fully accessible, and the weather tends to be very pleasant by Norwegian standards. If you love blossoming trees, head to the Hardangerfjord in May, when the local apple orchards in full bloom create an incredible contrast with the snow-capped mountain peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84ec78&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84ec78\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03.jpg\" alt=\"Accommodation in southern Norway\" class=\"wp-image-260228\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-03-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Adam Cole \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_southern_Norway\"><\/span>Where to stay in southern Norway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip for stays and experiences: We love searching for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the best cancellation policies. For tickets, tours and activities, it pays to compare and book through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accommodation options in this region range from luxury city hotels to cosy wooden cabins in campsites right on the fjord&#8217;s edge. <strong>Prices for a double room<\/strong> in peak summer average between 1,200 and 2,500 NOK (roughly \u00a390 to \u00a3190), so you&#8217;ll need to sort your bookings well in advance. If you want to save a little, campsites often offer fully equipped cabins with their own kitchenette, which significantly cuts down your food costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the bigger cities it pays to look for accommodation within walking distance of the centre and the main transport hubs. If you&#8217;re after <strong>reliable hotels with an excellent breakfast<\/strong>, take a look at Booking, where you&#8217;ll find a wide range of options with free cancellation. Below are a few specific tips for popular hotels in southern Norway&#8217;s key cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  In the capital, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku&#038;hotelname=Thon%20Hotel%20Opera&#038;address=Oslo%2C%20Norsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Thon Hotel Opera<\/a><\/strong> offers a fantastic base, sitting right next to the famous Opera House and a short walk from the main station. Its location is strategic for exploring the city on foot and for quick airport transfers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  When staying in Stavanger, where you&#8217;ll most likely set off for the fjords, consider the design-led <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku&#038;hotelname=Clarion%20Hotel%20Energy&#038;address=Stavanger%2C%20Norsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Clarion Hotel Energy<\/a><\/strong>. It offers very modern rooms, great accessibility, and generous breakfast buffets that&#8217;ll set you up perfectly for a full day of trekking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  Right down south in Kristiansand, a great choice is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku&#038;hotelname=Radisson%20Blu%20Caledonien%20Hotel&#038;address=Kristiansand%2C%20Norsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel<\/a><\/strong>, which gives you a lovely view straight over the harbour. It&#8217;s an ideal starting point if you&#8217;ve just arrived on the morning ferry from Denmark and need a rest.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84f28c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84f28c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04.jpg\" alt=\"Lysefjord in the southwest\" class=\"wp-image-260229\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-04-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cities_and_iconic_cliffs_of_the_southwest\"><\/span>Cities and iconic cliffs of the southwest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The southwestern part of the country is exactly the area you know from postcards and travel magazine covers. <strong>Deep fjords carving into the mainland<\/strong> contrast sharply here with modern architecture and a rich history tied to the oil industry. This is where most travellers head, eager to see Norway&#8217;s most famous natural monuments with their own eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When planning your route through this area, bear in mind you&#8217;ll often have to deal with toll roads or ferries across the fjords. <strong>Road charges are collected automatically<\/strong> via toll gates, so before you set off don&#8217;t forget to register your vehicle&#8217;s number plate in the relevant system. The reward, though, will be views you&#8217;ll never forget for the rest of your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84f849&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84f849\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05.jpg\" alt=\"The Opera House in Oslo\" class=\"wp-image-260230\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-05-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Oslo_%E2%80%94_the_green_capital\"><\/span>1. Oslo \u2014 the green capital<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norway&#8217;s capital is a perfect mix of innovative modern architecture, greenery everywhere you look, and rich Viking history. <strong>You can start with a stroll across the roof of the famous Opera House<\/strong>, which offers a beautiful view over the adjacent Oslofjord and the surrounding islets. Definitely don&#8217;t miss the unique Vigeland Park, full of hundreds of fascinating sculptures, or the Bygd\u00f8y peninsula, home to the country&#8217;s finest museums. You&#8217;ll find more details and specific tips in our extensive article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-oslo-norway\/\">Oslo: what to see<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff84febf&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff84febf\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06.jpg\" alt=\"Old white houses in Gamle Stavanger\" class=\"wp-image-260231\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-06-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Stavanger_%E2%80%94_old_white_town_and_gateway_to_the_fjords\"><\/span>2. Stavanger \u2014 old white town and gateway to the fjords<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stavanger is an immensely charming port city, made famous by its old quarters full of perfectly preserved white wooden houses. <strong>The liveliest spot is the colourful Fargegata lane<\/strong>, where you&#8217;ll come across cosy caf\u00e9s, vintage shops and plenty of street art. The city also serves as the main starting point for cruises into the Lysefjord and trips into the surrounding nature. You can read a complete guide to the city in our piece <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-see-stavanger-norway\/\">Stavanger \u2014 gateway to Preikestolen<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff850554&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff850554\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07.jpg\" alt=\"Preikestolen, the most famous viewpoint\" class=\"wp-image-260232\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-07-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Aliaksei Semirski \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Preikestolen_%E2%80%94_Norways_most_famous_viewpoint\"><\/span>3. Preikestolen \u2014 Norway&#8217;s most famous viewpoint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This stunning flat rock, rising a full 604 metres straight up above the surface of the Lysefjord, is probably the best-known tourist destination in all of Norway. <strong>The hike itself is moderately demanding<\/strong> \u2014 the climb up takes around two hours and is manageable even for families with older children or active seniors. The reward for your effort is an absolutely breathtaking panorama that feels just a little out of this world. Detailed route information is tucked away in our guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/preikestolen-norway-hike\/\">Preikestolen \u2014 the climb step by step<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff850d5a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff850d5a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08.jpg\" alt=\"The Kjeragbolten boulder above the Lysefjord\" class=\"wp-image-260233\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-08-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Kjeragbolten_and_Lysefjord_%E2%80%94_a_boulder_over_the_abyss\"><\/span>4. Kjeragbolten and Lysefjord \u2014 a boulder over the abyss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re after a bigger adrenaline rush, head to the fascinating Kjeragbolten boulder, wedged in a rock crevice high above the abyss. <strong>The hike to Kjerag is tougher than Preikestolen<\/strong>, demanding good physical fitness and sturdy footwear, as the route often runs over smooth rock slabs. You can also admire the area from below during a scenic cruise along the majestic Lysefjord. Everything you need to plan the trip is summed up in our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/kjerag-norway-hike-lysefjord\/\">Kjeragbolten and Lysefjord<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff851410&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff851410\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09.jpg\" alt=\"Hardangerfjord with orchards\" class=\"wp-image-260234\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-09-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hardangerfjord_%E2%80%94_orchards_waterfalls_and_glaciers\"><\/span>5. Hardangerfjord \u2014 orchards, waterfalls and glaciers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hardangerfjord is often lovingly called Norway&#8217;s giant orchard, famous for growing excellent apples and producing local cider. <strong>Nearby you&#8217;ll find the stunning V\u00f8ringsfossen waterfall<\/strong>, the majestic Folgefonna glacier, and the trailhead for the extreme trek to the Trolltunga viewpoint. Spring is especially magical here thanks to the thousands of blossoming trees lining the fjord&#8217;s shores. Our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hardangerfjord-norway-tips\/\">Hardangerfjord \u2014 orchards and waterfalls<\/a> covers the most beautiful stops in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff8519ed&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff8519ed\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Gaustatoppen in Telemark\" class=\"wp-image-260235\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-10-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inland_culture_and_the_southern_coast\"><\/span>Inland, culture and the southern coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the west coast lures you in with dramatic cliffs and deep inlets, the inland and the far south reveal a much calmer, more poetic side of Norway. <strong>The Telemark region and the Gudbrandsdalen valley<\/strong> are the cradle of traditional Norwegian culture, where you&#8217;ll still see people in richly decorated folk costumes and can sample honest local cooking. It&#8217;s the ideal area for those who want to discover the true soul of this Nordic country without the ever-present crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The southern coast, known as S\u00f8rlandet, is the summer retreat of the Norwegians themselves. <strong>The sun shines here more often than anywhere else in the country<\/strong>, and in shallow coves the sea can reach surprisingly pleasant temperatures. 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Telemark, Gaustatoppen and the Telemark Canal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vast inland region of Telemark is an absolute paradise for lovers of nature and traditional architecture. <strong>Its main landmark is the iconic Mount Gaustatoppen<\/strong>, from which, on a clear day, you can supposedly see as far as one sixth of Norway&#8217;s entire territory. The path to the summit is rocky but relatively easy to walk, and the view from nearly two thousand metres up is absolutely fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another huge draw in the area is the historic Telemark Canal, a fascinating feat of engineering from the late nineteenth century. <strong>The canal overcomes the difference in elevation using 18 historic locks<\/strong>, which are still operated entirely by hand to this day. You can take a full-day cruise on a historic boat or rent a kayak and explore the quiet coves at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In winter the region transforms into a sought-after ski destination, especially around the town of Rjukan. <strong>This place also has a fascinating wartime history<\/strong>, as it was the site of the famous sabotage of the heavy water plant that derailed Nazi nuclear plans. Today you&#8217;ll find a great museum here, and down in the valley there are giant mirrors that reflect sunlight onto the shadowy town square in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t fancy hiking up Gaustatoppen on foot, you can take the unique underground Gaustabanen funicular, which carries you up through a tunnel blasted right inside the mountain itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff852a41&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff852a41\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12.jpg\" alt=\"The wooden Heddal stave church\" class=\"wp-image-260237\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-12-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Stave_churches_and_the_stunning_Heddal\"><\/span>7. Stave churches and the stunning Heddal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re interested in history, you probably know Norway is famous for its unique stave churches, known locally as stavkirke. <strong>These masterpieces of medieval wooden architecture<\/strong> carry a fascinating blend of early Christian symbols and old pagan Viking motifs. Of the original hundreds of structures, fewer than thirty have survived across the country to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The largest and probably most beautiful of them is Heddal Church, which you&#8217;ll find right in the southern interior in the Telemark region. <strong>From a distance it resembles a huge fairy-tale castle<\/strong>, its dark wooden walls and intricate tiered roofs contrasting sharply with the surrounding green forests. According to an old local legend, it was once built by five mischievous trolls in just three days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While touring the interior, notice the incredibly detailed wood carvings around the doors, where entwined dragons wrestle with grapevines. <strong>Admission to the church is around 100 NOK<\/strong> (about \u00a38), and it&#8217;s well worth investing in a tour with a local guide too. That way you&#8217;ll gain a much deeper insight into the way of life back then and into the fascinating medieval building techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff85326b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff85326b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13.jpg\" alt=\"Olympic Lillehammer\" class=\"wp-image-260238\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-13-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Lillehammer_%E2%80%94_Olympic_legacy_and_open-air_museum\"><\/span>8. Lillehammer \u2014 Olympic legacy and open-air museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town of Lillehammer, lying north of Oslo by the enormous Lake Mj\u00f8sa, has a reputation forever cemented by the 1994 Winter Olympics. <strong>You can still visit the Lysg\u00e5rdsbakkene ski jumps today<\/strong>, which offer a superb view over the whole town and the adjacent valley. The town itself has a very laid-back atmosphere, a cosy centre with wooden fa\u00e7ades, and forms a natural gateway into the beautiful Gudbrandsdalen valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town&#8217;s main cultural treasure, though, is undoubtedly Maihaugen, one of the largest and finest open-air museums in all of northern Europe. <strong>A walk through this sprawling outdoor museum<\/strong> takes you on a journey through time, from medieval farms and little wooden churches to residential quarters from the last century. It&#8217;s a wonderful place full of history, where you&#8217;ll fully appreciate just how harsh and demanding life used to be for Norwegian peasants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families with children very often head to the nearby Hunderfossen amusement park, which is built entirely around the themes of Norwegian fairy tales and legends. <strong>You&#8217;ll meet giant troll statues here<\/strong>, try out fun rides, and in the summer months cool off in a large water park. It&#8217;s a pleasant change of pace in your itinerary if you&#8217;ve had enough of mountain hikes and want to keep the kids entertained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff853af6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff853af6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14.jpg\" alt=\"Kristiansand in southern Norway\" class=\"wp-image-260239\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-14-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Kristiansand_%E2%80%94_the_souths_biggest_city_and_family_fun\"><\/span>9. Kristiansand \u2014 the south&#8217;s biggest city and family fun<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kristiansand is the unofficial capital of the entire southern coast, and for many travellers it&#8217;s their first contact with Norway after stepping off the Danish ferry. <strong>The most interesting part of the centre is the Posebyen quarter<\/strong>, which survived devastating fires and still boasts the largest continuous collection of old white wooden houses in northern Europe. It&#8217;s a very peaceful spot full of flowers, little caf\u00e9s and small craft workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city&#8217;s biggest tourist magnet is without doubt Dyreparken, a huge complex combining a zoo, an amusement park and a water park. <strong>It&#8217;s an absolute hit with families<\/strong>, and you should happily set aside a whole day for it. The animals here live in vast, very natural enclosures, with the most attention going to the Nordic species led by majestic moose and shy lynx.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local restaurants and bistros along the harbour promenade offer great ways to sample regional specialities. <strong>Although Norway is renowned for its fishing<\/strong>, vegetarians certainly won&#8217;t go hungry here, as every decent bistro now offers excellent meat-free burgers, hearty salads or creamy vegetable soups. In the evening you can sit by the water and watch the ocean liners come in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re arriving in Kristiansand by ferry from Hirtshals, try to buy your tickets as far in advance as possible, as the most popular crossings sell out very quickly in peak season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff85413c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff85413c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15.jpg\" alt=\"The fortified old town of Fredrikstad\" class=\"wp-image-260240\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-15-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Fredrikstad_%E2%80%94_a_perfectly_preserved_fortress_town\"><\/span>10. Fredrikstad \u2014 a perfectly preserved fortress town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short distance south of the capital, Oslo, near the Swedish border lies Fredrikstad, whose old town known as Gamlebyen is an absolute historical gem. <strong>It&#8217;s the best-preserved fortress town in Scandinavia<\/strong>, encircled by mighty star-shaped ramparts and water-filled moats. A walk along these grassy walls is very soothing and offers lovely views of the historic buildings and cobbled lanes below you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside the walls there&#8217;s a very pleasant, authentic atmosphere, because the houses aren&#8217;t just museum exhibits \u2014 local residents still live and work in them to this day. <strong>You&#8217;ll find plenty of small art galleries here<\/strong>, tucked-away second-hand bookshops and charming caf\u00e9s hidden in little courtyards. At weekends there are often markets full of local produce and honest handmade goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides its history, Fredrikstad also has an interesting modern face along the river Glomma, where the main commercial and social life has shifted. <strong>Getting between the old and new towns is made easy by little city ferries<\/strong>, which function as ordinary public transport and, what&#8217;s more, are completely free for all passengers. It&#8217;s a very clever and eco-friendly way to explore both sides of this fascinating city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a7daff854a34&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a7daff854a34\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1207\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16.jpg\" alt=\"Beaches of southern Norway\" class=\"wp-image-260241\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-1536x1030.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-696x467.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/norsko-co-videt-v-jiznim-norsku-16-1392x933.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_The_Jaeren_beaches_and_sunny_Sorlandet_coast\"><\/span>11. The J\u00e6ren beaches and sunny S\u00f8rlandet coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you think of Norway, few people picture long beaches of fine sand and a turquoise sea, but the J\u00e6ren area south of Stavanger offers exactly that. <strong>Beaches like Sola and Bore are popular with surfers<\/strong> and water-sports lovers, as the right kind of wind tends to blow here. Even though the water is fairly bracing, walks along the dunes with views of the open sea have an enormous, unmistakable charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The S\u00f8rlandet coast, stretching from Stavanger all the way to the Oslofjord, is typified by its endless inlets, tiny islets and idyllic little harbour towns. <strong>Places like Ris\u00f8r, Grimstad and Arendal<\/strong> fill up in summer with people from the big cities, who come here to spend their holidays on their boats or in their summer cabins. Life moves at a very slow pace, the air smells of salt, and evenings are spent grilling on wooden terraces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This area is also ideal for those who love discovering the landscape from the saddle of a bike, as the terrain here is nowhere near as hilly as in the west. <strong>You can hire cycling gear<\/strong> and set off along well-marked bike trails that link the individual fishing villages. Along the way you&#8217;ll come across old lighthouses, deserted coves and hidden viewpoints you definitely won&#8217;t find in any ordinary printed guidebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next_from_southern_Norway\"><\/span>Where to go next from southern Norway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have more time on your hands and want to keep going after exploring the south, Norway offers an endless array of other breathtaking destinations. You can head along the famous coastal road northwards to the majestic fjords around \u00c5lesund, or venture even further beyond the Arctic Circle to discover the raw beauty of the Lofoten Islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To gather more inspiration for your big Scandinavian road trip, we&#8217;ve put together an extensive overview of the most interesting places from across the whole country. Just open our main article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-norway\/\">Norway: 50 things to see<\/a> and you can start planning the next leg of your unforgettable Nordic holiday. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781801132000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_in_southern_Norway\"><\/span>What to see in southern Norway?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the translated HTML:<\/p>\n<p>Among the biggest attractions are the capital Oslo, the picturesque port of Stavanger, and the famous rock viewpoints Preikestolen and Kjeragbolten above the deep fjords. 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If you want to explore the interior with its historical churches and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on the S\u00f8rlandet coast, I recommend planning a trip of 10 to 14 days.<br \/>\n&#8220;`<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781801132002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_southern_Norway\"><\/span>How to get to southern Norway?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>&#8220;`html<br \/>\nThe fastest route is by air connection from Prague or Vienna directly to Oslo or Stavanger and then renting a car. 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