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Oslo – Exciting metropolis and lots of culture

The journey begins in the capital of Norway. Oslo offers the traveler exciting big city life, but also awaits with many cultural highlights. Start your city tour at the cathedral church. It was consecrated in 1647 and restored in 1950. Especially the colourful windows inside and the richly decorated portal enchant the visitors. Continue to the National Gallery. Here you can see Norway’s largest art collection. The next item on the agenda could be the opera. The building was opened in 2008 and is considered one of the most spectacular opera houses in the world. Now you can start strolling. Browse through one of the numerous boutiques, sit down in a street café, stroll through unknown alleys. This is the only way to get to know the real Oslo.

Bergen – Fantastic drive to the most beautiful city in Norway

The next day you have a long drive ahead of you. The route takes you across Norway’s south to Bergen. You will pass through spectacular mountainous country and should plan on making several stops along the way. The nature of Norway is overwhelmingly beautiful. Bergen is a charming city, the second largest and also the most beautiful in Norway. However, don’t forget your umbrella when visiting the city: it rains here on an average of 280 days a year.

Start your round on the local mountain, Fløyen. From the top you have a fantastic view over the city and the fjord. Don’t worry, you don’t have to expect an arduous climb. A funicular will take you comfortably to the top. After that, your path should take you to Bryggen. There are 280 wooden Hanseatic houses to see here. They were restored true to the original after a major fire in 1702 and are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit to the fish market is also a must. Here you can stock up on crab claws and smoked fish for the rest of your trip.

Florø – Small town with many attractions

We continue our journey north. Florø. The westernmost town in Norway is the final destination of this road trip. Although Florø has only 12,000 inhabitants, the town makes a lively impression. Worth a visit is the Kystmuseeet, the coastal museum. Here, visitors can admire a 200-year-old yacht.

Fishermen will also be happy in Florø. Some operators offer fishing trips. The providers know where to find rich fish stocks, so you are very likely to make a catch. You do not need an additional permit to fish in the fjord. You can even go diving in Florø. In the shallow waters of the coast there are numerous shipwrecks waiting to be discovered. In the evening you can enjoy excellent fish specialities in a good restaurant. While you wait for your meal, you will have plenty of time to plan the next stops on your road trip in Norway.