As soon as you go for a camper tour in Norway chooses, you will be faced with many adventurous choices. Are you traveling to the breathtaking fjords, the vast highlands, to the white beaches or are you more in for a city trip? Of course you can also combine, the possibilities of Norway are endless. We are happy to help you on your way!
In this blog we show all the hotspots in Norway. Depending on the time you have for the camper holiday you can choose which places you visit or not. Pass beautiful sights such as the Preikestolen, Trolltunga and Hardangervidda national park. On to an unforgettable adventure in Norway!
Practical tips
Norway is one of the most beautiful camper destinations in the world. The nature is beautiful, so you won't be bored for a moment while driving. You will look up to the fjords, beautiful waterfalls and probably also drive along beautiful beaches. In the right period you can also see the northern lights or even spot wild animals.
To travel without worries, it is extremely important to plan a route; something we will help you with in this article! There are also things that you need to arrange in time to ensure that everything runs smoothly. We list these points below.
Camping or wild camping?
Norway is one of the few European countries where allemannsretten, also known as the right to roam, applies. Wild camping is therefore allowed. There are some rules for this:
- You can spend the night in a camper or tent in wooded, mountainous and rural environments.
- The minimum distance to an inhabited house or chalet must be 150 meters.
- Finally, the most important rule; have respect for nature. You have to be self-sufficient and not leave a mess behind.
So it is important that you empty the toilet in a different place and take all your waste with you until you can throw it away. On the website of visit Norway you can read more about it here.
Would you rather spend the night at a campsite? That is also possible! Norway has many campsites, often in beautiful nature reserves. Always make sure you have cash with you; You often pay for laundry facilities and showers with coins. Keep in mind that Norwegian campsites are quite basic.
Traveling via toll roads or by ferry?
You pay tolls for many ferries and roads in Norway. The rates are based on the fuel of the vehicle. You can pay in different ways.
Register in advance
We recommend that you register your vehicle in advance with Epass-24. You can register the (rental) camper in advance for the automatic payment system. With the account you can immediately see the costs per route. If you link a payment card to the system, you can have payments processed automatically. If you do not do this, you will receive the bills at home. Please note that these are always more expensive than via automatic payment.
Pay with a toll badge
The second option is to purchase a toll badge from easygo. This allows you to pay the tolls in Denmark (for the ferry or bridges). You must request the toll badge in advance and stick it on the inside of the windscreen. With this toll badge you can travel with a big discount.
We also wrote a blog about it earlier tolls in Scandinavia, you can read more about it here.
Currency in Norway
In Norway you pay with Norwegian Kroner. As mentioned earlier, it is useful to have cash with you at campsites, but you can also pay by card at most campsites. For the rest you can pay electronically everywhere. You can pay with your debit card everywhere in supermarkets, restaurants or at gas stations. That can be useful since they have a different currency.
Traffic rules in Norway
The roads in Norway are very good. There are many two-lane roads and tunnels. You must always drive with low beam in tunnels. Furthermore, the average speed is 70 km per hour. So keep in mind that the travel time can be very long. That is why we always recommend that you allow plenty of time for your camper trip.
Groceries and other costs
Norway is a bit more expensive compared to the Netherlands. On average, groceries are more expensive than in the Netherlands, especially alcohol. So keep this in mind by going out with a full shopping bag. Do you still want to do some affordable shopping? Then it is best to go to the Rimi, Rema 1000 or the Kiwi. The mid-range supermarkets are Joker, Coop, Spar and Bunnpris.
In restaurants you can expect main courses to cost €35. Norway is also a bit more expensive in this area. But you can also eat cheaper by going to a pizzeria, for example.
Rent a suitable camper
The most important thing is that you go out with a nice camper. At Camperhuren.nl you can rent any type of camper. Both for families as for with his twos. We are available 24/7 with service during your trip. Furthermore, our campers are all self-sufficient, which is extra nice if you go wild camping. Furthermore, the inventory is very complete and all kilometers are free; you can go wherever you want!
Which motorhome suits you?Norway's hotspots
Below we list all the sights and beautiful places that Norway has to offer. You could visit them one after the other, because they are on one route!
Kristiansand – the gateway to Norway
You can start your camper tour through Norway in beautiful Kristiansand. You can reach this by taking the ferry from Hirsthals. After taking the ferry you will arrive in a pleasant and cozy coastal town that is enriched with many beautiful beaches. It is possible to take a dip in one of the pools of the Aquarama water park. It is also recommended to visit the Kristiansand Dyre Park. This is the largest zoo in Norway. Furthermore, it is during the camper trip Europe recommended to visit different museums and admire the most picturesque streets with street art influences.
Stavanger – feel the adrenaline
This place is during a camper holiday in Norway can be visited via the coast. Pass by the typical Norwegian fishing villages. For example, visit Flekkefjord and walk through the beautiful Setesdal valley. Are we dealing with real active people? Then it is advisable to go on it. You can enjoy rafting and other sporting activities on the rivers in the area. You can also go out into nature to spot stray moose. There is a walk via Lysebotn to Kjeragbolten. This is a stone sandwiched between two rocks, which makes for a real picture! Along the way you can also enjoy a beautiful view of Lysefjord. Once in Stavanger itself, you are surrounded by a piece of history, which is ideally suited to stroll through the ancient streets and enjoy all the sights. The old Domkirke and the Stavenger museum are highly recommended, as is a visit to the Preikestolen (one of Norway's most famous viewpoints).
Suldalsosen – spot wild animals
Via the north you can then continue the Norway camper round trip towards the interior. Via the fishing town of Haugesund you continue towards the Hardangervidda National Park. On the way it is highly recommended to turn to Suldalsosen. What this place is known for? That is the famous salmon river Suldalslagen where the wild salmon swim against the river. Before you reach Odda, a stopover at Låtefossen is recommended. Here is a beautiful waterfall with a stone bridge in front of it.
Odda – impressive piece of nature
This place is an excellent base for further visits to the Folgefonna glaciers and Trolltunga. The old industrial town is located between the Folgefonna National Park and the Hardangervidda National Park. This place is ideally suited to spend a few days during a motorhome trip. Of compact campers occasions it is very easy to get to know different nature reserves.
Flåm – take the train to Myrdal
De camper trip Norway can then be continued towards Skjolden. The first stop worth seeing along the way is at Flåm. This is located on the Aurlandsfjord, where you can board the Flåmsbane. This is a train between Flåm and Myrdal. Along the way you can fully enjoy the beautiful views that the camper trip through Norway has to offer. And this makes it an absolute must for a Norway camper tour. Pass by Brekkefossen, Flam Kirke and the Kjosfossen waterfall. And find out what unique sights Mother Nature has to offer.
Skjolden and Lustrafjorden – see pieces of history
Waterfalls ticked off? Then it's time to continue the Norway camper tour to Skjolden. This is north of Lustrafjorden. As a result, you will pass the Urne Stave Church along the way, which is definitely worth a visit. The Feigefossen should not be missed during the motorhome trip through beautiful Norway. Skjolden is located between Jostedalsbreen National Park and Jotunheimen National Park. An ideal area for walking around. Visit the Jostedalsbreen. This is the largest glacier on the European mainland. If you have the time, it is recommended to take a trip to Lom to see the special stave church in person.
Oslo and surroundings – enjoy the vibrant city life
The moment you leave for Oslo with your camper, the majority of your Norway camper tour has (probably) already been completed. However, it is certainly worth it to fully enjoy the last part of the camper trip. For example, the area around Oslo is quite industrial and many dams and power stations can be found here among the vast landscape. In the middle of the city of Oslo, it is wonderful to just stroll through the modern center. Visit the interesting sights such as the Royal Palace from the 19th century. The Akershus ditch is also one of the few buildings from the Middle Ages in the city that serves as a museum. Speaking of museums: the Munchmesuem or the Vigeland Museum are definitely worth a visit before returning home. And maybe you can continue the adventure in your own country with one motorhome route Netherlands...
