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This video from Songedalen is part of the Lysefjord series. This area in south-western Norway serves as a superb hiking ground for numerous...
Everything from Norway
Norway, a Nordic country in Northern Europe, encompasses rugged coastline, deep fjords, and Arctic tundra. It shares the Scandinavian Peninsula with Sweden and has a population of approximately 5.5 million. The capital, Oslo, is a modern city surrounded by forests and fjords. Norway’s history is rooted in the Viking Age, and it was later part of a union with Denmark and then Sweden before gaining full independence in 1905.
Today, it is a constitutional monarchy with a strong welfare state. Although not an EU member, it is closely associated through the EEA. Norway possesses one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, financed by its extensive oil and gas reserves. The country is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, high standard of living, and commitment to sustainability.
You will find an introduction to the country under the Destinations menu. Seek inspiration in Sandalsand’s articles from places, road trips and hikes. Also, browse photos and videos from Norway. You may even want to dive into the country’s World Heritage Sites.
VIDEO – Norway – Lysefjorden 3 – Preikestolen
This video from Preikestolen is part of the Lysefjord series. This area in south-western Norway serves as a superb hiking ground for numerous...
VIDEO – Norway – Lysefjorden 2 – Ulvaskog
This video from Ulvaskog is part of the Lysefjord series. This area in south-western Norway serves as a superb hiking ground for numerous...
VIDEO – Norway – Lysefjord boat trip
The video from a Lysefjord boat trip takes us from the bottom of Lysebotn and out. We get glimpses of the famous mountains of Kjerag and...
Lysefjord – The Vinddalen hike
The Vinddalen hike (12 km) is one of several hikes along the Lysefjord in Norway. This time it was a very wet hike up the Vinddalen valley to the...
Lysefjord – The Kjerag hike
The Kjerag hike (2-3 hrs each way) is one of several hikes along the Lysefjord in Norway. Start at Øygardsstølen (“Eagle’s Nest”)...
Lysefjord – The Songedalen hike
The Songedalen hike is one of several hikes along the Lysefjord in Norway. This hike is a very long one of 34 km but you can make it shorter. ...
Lysefjord – The Preikestolen hike
The Preikestolen hike is one of several hikes along the Lysefjord in Norway. Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock) is one of the highlights of Norway. The...
Lysefjord – The Ulvaskog hike
The Ulvaskog hike (7 km) is one of several hikes along the Lysefjord in Norway. Start at the parking lot on the Botne road, continue via the timber...
The Lysefjord by boat
This is a brief introduction to a boat trip on the Lysefjord in Norway, from Lysebotn at the end and past nearly abandoned farmsteads along the...
Introduction to the Lysefjord
The Lysefjord in south-western Norway is a perfect example of a Norwegian fjord: Steep mountains, rough scenery, spectacular views, a lot of...
VIDEO – Norway – Jæren – Kvernevik
This video from Kvernevik is from a series of hikes on the coastal strip of Jæren in south-western Norway. This hike one is from Kvernevik Ring in...
Jæren – The Kvernevik hike
This is about the Kvernevik hike, one of many hikes on the coast of Jæren, Norway. The hike on gravel is 3.6 km one way. Orientation The...
VIDEO – Norway – Gol stave church
Watch this video from Gol stave church. Some believe the church is from 1212, while others have more approximate estimates. In all cases, at the end...
Stavanger Old Town
Stavanger, the south-western gateway to the Norwegian fjords, boasts a very picturesque Old Town. "Gamle Stavanger" The small wooden houses along...
