Bob André EngelsenAuthor 4 mins read Great places to watch the sunset in Bergen We know what you’re thinking, isn’t Bergen known to be the rainiest city in Norway? While that might be true it’s also a great city to behold the most magical time of the day – that sunset moment. The tall mountains and the close proximity to the sea gives Bergen a vast variety of places […] Read more
Danai ChristopolouAuthor 5 mins read How to best explore the fjords from Bergen Just thinking about Norway’s nature is enough to take your breath away. The untamed mountaintops, forever glazed with ice; the serpentine fjords, created so many ice ages ago; the picturesque villages untouched by time, dotted with medieval churches; the cascading waterfalls and proud, fragrant trees… It feels like a fairytale, doesn’t it? And yet, accessing […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 3 mins read Bryggen in Bergen – a big piece of history in a small place The row of houses on the wharf is among Bergen’s most iconic attractions. Red, yellow and white, the photogenic yet slightly crooked wooden houses take you on a journey far back in time. “For almost 400 years, we’ve had a German community in the middle of this Norwegian city,” says Jo Gjerstad, a local historian […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read 3 ways to experience Preikestolen Deep in the heart of Fjord Norway, a legendary rock formation awaits to take your breath away: Preikestolen. When deciding how to explore it, you have both active and more relaxing options at hand. The 604-meters high steep cliff also known as the Pulpit Rock has been offering panoramic views to Lysefjord for more than […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 2 mins read A complete guide to hike Kjerag At 3,556 feet above sea level, Kjerag is the highest peak in the Lysefjord. When is the best time to hike to kjerag? Kjerag is a seasonal hiking destination, and the season is very short. The plateau is normally covered in snow until late June. The season ends when the road closes for the season due […] Read more
Elianne LevAuthor 2 mins read How to hike Preikestolen with children A visit to Ryfylke would not be complete without a day trip to Preikestolen, arguably the most well known attraction in the region. Preikestolen, which is also known as Pulpit Rock, is a cliff that stands 604 m (1981 ft) over the Lysefjord. The popular hike to the top of the cliff is about 4 […] Read more
Bob André EngelsenAuthor 3 mins read 3 ways to experience the Lysefjord Check out 3 ways to explore the southernmost big fjord in Norway. On a fjord cruise This is definitely the most relaxing and comfortable way to see the fjord. Departing from the harbor of Stavanger, you can admire the fjord and its attractions from the comfort of a boat, either through panoramic windows or on […] Read more
Bob André EngelsenAuthor 5 mins read 6 tips to help you prepare for the Preikestolen hike It’s time to tick Preikestolen off your bucket list! The impressive rock formation hovering 604 m (1982 ft) above the beautiful Lysefjord has become a popular attraction for both tourists and Norwegians who want to experience one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the world. Located only an hour by bus or by car from […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 2 mins read Things you may not know about Preikestolen Located an hour by bus outside of Stavanger, Preikestolen also known as the Pulpit Rock, is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Norway. It has been named one of the world’s most spectacular viewing points both by Lonely Planet and CNN Go. The plateau holds many interesting facts and stories, some of which […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 3 mins read Interesting facts about the world famous Kjerag Boulder Kjerag is one of Norway’s many impressive rock formations that require a hike to get to. Once you reach the bolt, the area offers unparalleled views and thrills. Here are some interesting facts about the famous boulder that is located outside Stavanger. Kjerag is popularly referred as the ‘Majesty of the Lysefjord’. The boulder is […] Read more