1. Bergen, one of the most beautiful cities in Norway

Bergen is a surprising city, located in the southwest of the country, it is undoubtedly the most beautiful city of Norway. When you walk in the streets of the city you are surprised by so much wealth and architectural diversity. Like St. Petersburg or Genoa, we feel in this city the sweet smell of a fallen capital. Bergen was the capital of Norway between the 11th and the very end of the 14th century. It was therefore Oslo that was chosen to officiate in the role of capital. Indeed, the geographical location of the latter made it easier to communicate with neighboring countries.

The second-largest city in Norway is a great destination for exploring the south of the country. Glaciers, waterfalls, and fjords are only a few hours away by car.

2. Oslo, a modern capital

Located in the south of the country, Oslo is a modern city still under construction. Many visitors who travel the time of an extended weekend come back disappointed and even sometimes on the straw.

3. Trondheim, one of the most beautiful cities in Norway

When one is interested in the history of Norway, it is absolutely necessary to go through Trondheim. This city was created at the end of the first millennium AD, in 997 by a famous Viking king. Trondheim has a fascinating medieval past. During the Viking era, this Norwegian city was also the capital of the country for almost three centuries.

4. The Great North and Tromso

Tromso is a port city known worldwide. And for good reason, on the one hand, it is the largest city lying above the Arctic Circle. But on the other hand, it is the starting city of almost all polar expeditions. The region of Troms is also a privileged place to observe the aurora borealis. Although in fact Alta, the neighboring city is even better placed for this type of night-time observation. On the tourism side, the city is ideally placed with Senja Island, the Vesteralen Archipelago, and further south to the south. the archipelago of Lofoten. When you go north, the fjords have nothing to envy to those in the south.

5. Alesund, a discreet pearl in southwestern Norway

This city is one of the nuggets of the Norwegian coast. A homogeneous city where life is good. Too bad the winters are so long, otherwise the city would be stormed by all kinds of fans of telework. This city is recent since it dates from the nineteenth century and despite a great fire that January 23 1904 ravaged almost the entire city. The fire started at number 37 on Bordgundvegen Street. During the course of the tragedy, about 850 houses were destroyed by the flames and only 230 houses in the outlying districts remained standing. During its reconstruction, other materials were favored, such as brick and cement instead of wooden cladding. When the city was rebuilt it became even more beautiful than before, like a phoenix rising from the ashes. Another interesting point the city was built on a set of seven islands. The canals give the city a lot of charm. In the distance can be seen splendid mountains and immense pine forests. This harmonious and scenic ensemble makes Alesund one of the most beautiful cities in Norway.

6. Geiranger a charming city at the bottom of a fjord

This city nestled at the bottom of a fjord is absolutely magical. Two steps from the city can contemplate two waterfalls facing each other. On one side there is the cascade of the single and on the other side is the waterfall of the seven sisters.

The only shadow on the board, two small bars of buildings built in the bottom of the village. Another small concern about the quality of the air, is the huge liner that spits its harmful fumes in this isolated valley.

If this city is known around the world, it’s simply because the Geirangerfjord is one of the most beautiful places in Norway. We usually arrive in this fjord by the road of eagles, a very steep road that winds along a steep wall.

7. Stavanger, a charming provincial town

With its small white houses, it is recognizable from all Norwegian cities. With many pedestrian streets, ubiquitous public transport, Stavanger impresses because of its sobriety and its tranquility. The district of the port is when with him an area where expresses the street art and where there is some confusion. Bordered by a car park, it is clearly a strange place where young people come to let off steam.

This city located in the southwest of the country is one of the few cities that benefit from the effects of the Gulf Stream. This hot current that from the Caribbean Sea to reach the French coast can mitigate a little the effects of the cold polar. Stavanger is a city that lives mainly through the oil industry.

credits photo: Yann Vernerie