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The Atlantic Road – Photo: Eline Karlsdatter Fladseth - Visitnorthwest.no

Explore the magic of winter in the fjords

Winter in Fjord Norway is a rare blend of serene landscapes and cozy comforts, where nature’s raw beauty meets a deep sense of peace. This is the place where adventure awakens the senses, yet calmness is never far behind.

A Tale of Two Regions – From the Serene Fjords to the Arctic North

A Tale of Two Regions – From the Serene Fjords to the Arctic North

From the midnight sun in the north to the dramatic fjords of the west, few places on earth offer such diverse landscapes as in Norway. Northern Norway Tourism Board and Fjord Norway combine dramatic scenery, coastal history, and northern adventure for an unforgettable experience. With Widerøe Airlines providing flights from Dublin, Brussels, Aberdeen, München and Hamburg to Bergen, with direct onw

The joy of Christmas dinner. Photo: Jon Hunnaltvatn Tøn

The taste of Christmas in Fjord Norway is a tribute to tradition and quality

Voss's rich food culture is a testament to enduring traditions and a commitment to quality. Local producers, like Vossakjøt, blend traditional craftsmanship with modern twists. The increasing popularity of local and regional cuisine has given Voss a new opportunity to attract more visitors. As demand grows, Voss's local restaurants, including Myrkdalen Hotel, embrace the trend.

Christmas at Bryggen. Photo: Visit Bergen / Christer Rønnestad - visitBergen.com

Did you enjoy My Norwegian Holiday? Find out what’s correct and not from a Norwegian point of view.

It's always great to see movies that take place in Bergen, and we totally love My Norwegian Holiday. But as with all movies there are also some things in the movie that aren't correct. So on behalf of Bergen and Norway we in Visit Bergen decided to create this unceremonious list of: Yes and No, this is how we do it in Norway. Presented with a large sprinkling of Christmas Spirit.
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Christmas at Bryggen. Photo: Visit Bergen / Christer Rønnestad - visitBergen.com

Did you enjoy My Norwegian Holiday? Find out what’s correct and not from a Norwegian point of view

It's always great to see movies that take place in Bergen, and we totally love My Norwegian Holiday. But as with all movies there are also some things in the movie that aren't correct. So on behalf of Bergen and Norway we in Visit Bergen decided to create this unceremonious list of: Yes and No, this is how we do it in Norway. Presented with a large sprinkling of Christmas Spirit.
-Yes, quite a

The MI7-stunt at Helsetkopen mountain in Fjord Norway is one of the biggest stunts in history of film. Now you can visit the dramatic scenery, and walk in the footsteps of Tom Cruise. Photo: © 2023 Paramount Pictures

Mission possible: Explore the dramatic fjord locations in the footsteps of Tom Cruise

It´s no coincidence that blockbuster films and series such as Mission: Impossible, James Bond and Succession have all chosen the Norwegian fjords as the backdrop for their productions. Now you can explore the beautiful and dramatic scenery that is the backdrop for the premiering film Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning premieres.

The Bolder Starlodge is hovering high above one of Norway´s most beautiful fjords. Staying here for a day or two, does something to you. Photo: Henrik Moksnes, www.bitmap.com

The Bolder: Three new luxury cabins hovering over the fjord landscape

You get a real sense of hovering high above one of Norway's most beautiful fjords. With its distinctive design and location by the Lysefjord, The Bolder has become one of Fjord Norway's most remarkable places to stay. The three new cabins designed by architect firm Snøhetta are now ready to offer guests an experience of nature that is far beyond the ordinary.

Auf Hundeschlittentour in Sirdal. Photo: Sirdal Huskyfarm

Plane deine Winterferien in der Region Stavanger

Winterferien in Fjord-Norwegen! Verbringe deinen Winterurlaub in den verschneiten Bergen von Sirdal oder in einer unserer Fjordstädte mit sämtlichen Annehmlichkeiten in unmittelbarer Nähe der Nordseeküste.

Create memories for life. Photo: Sirdal Huskyfarm

Plan your winter break in the Stavanger region now

Winter break in Fjord Norway in the Stavanger region! Spend your winter holidays in the snowy mountains of Sirdal, in one of our fjord cities with all their amenities, or on the edge of Norway with the North Sea as your nearest neighbour.

The fjord cities are decorated for Christmas, and the authentic Christmas feeling is waiting for you. Photo: Visit Bergen / Christer Rønnestad - visitBergen.com

The true spirit of Christmas in Norwegian fjord towns

In Fjord Norway, the run-up to Christmas is a time for relaxation, joy and expectation. It all starts with that feeling you get when the Christmas lights are switched on at the end of November.

Ekstremsportveko is the largest extreme sports festival. It is arranged in Voss, Norway for the 24th time this year. Photo: Yrjan Olsnes

Voss becomes the extreme sports capital of the world for the 24th time

Ekstremsportveko is the world’s largest extreme sports festival, and is hosted every year in Voss, Western Norway. From 26. June – 3. July, top athletes from all around the world, together with thousands of visitors creates the small town of Voss into the extreme sports capital of the world.

Travel Trade Manual auf Deutsch

Region Stavanger veröffentlicht Travel Trade Manual auf Deutsch

Das Visitors & Convention Bureau Region Stavanger will mit dem in deutscher Sprache verfügbaren Travel Trade Manual gezielt deutsche Reiseveranstalter ansprechen. Die darin enthaltenen Reisepauschalen sollen dazu beitragen, den touristischen Freizeitmarkt in der Region wieder anzukurbeln, insbesondere da es ab Mai mit Lufthansa erneut eine direkte Flugverbindung von Frankfurt nach Stavanger gibt.

Foto: Camilla og Naomi / Salt´n wax´ - Visit Nordfjod

Springfulness in Fjord Norway – the ultimate sense of happiness

It’s time to explore your senses again this spring after a long and challenging pandemic. A world of smells, sounds and signs of spring will open up over the course of just a few short weeks in Fjord Norway, creating the ultimate sense of happiness. We call it Springfulness.
Everything happens in the space of just a few short weeks. Nature explodes into colour, smells and tastes when the snow m

Ben Eine, NuArt © Brian Tallman Photography

Nuart launches partnership with Google Arts & Culture to showcase the Stavanger region's street art

Nuart x Google Arts & Culture
In the first project of its kind in Norway, Nuart and partners present Nuart x Google Arts & Culture — a comprehensive mapping across time and space curated from 15 years of art on the streets of Stavanger. Regarded as a world-leading destination for street art, the city’s street art legacy will now be included on a single platform.
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Official tourist board of Western Norway

Fjord Norway is the official tourist board of Western Norway. Our main functions are international marketing of the Fjord Norway region, press-and study trips, and to convey information from the Fjord Norway region to tour operators, press and consumers worldwide.

Fjord Norway's vision is to be the most professional and competent destination company in Europe. The company shall position the Fjord Norway region as the most attractive destination for nature based, adventure holidays.

A cooperation with Fjord Norway will make it easier for you to plan trips to and in Fjord Norway. We know the area and will be able to inform you about various offers, routes and major activities in the world’s premier Fjord region – including those off the beaten track.

Fjord Norway

Nordre Nøstekaien 1
5011 Bergen
Norge

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