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  • Voss, Norway – Announces great skiing conditions (updated 14.02.24)

    Voss announces great skiing conditions. In the small Norwegian town you will find two of the largest ski resorts in western Norway - Voss Resort and Myrkdalen. In addition, there are many other activities to try out for the days you want to rest your feet.

  • 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.

  • From old Christmas tradition to hot bathing trend

    Floating saunas and refreshing winter bathing have become a hot trend in several places in Fjord Norway recent years. But did you know that the traditional Norwegian Christmas bath has a history of over 100 years? In Voss, a small group of pensioner ladies maintain this cool tradition for both social reasons and health benefits.

  • 2 new unique hotels in charming Skudeneshavn

    Skudeneshavn, nestled like a gem on the southern tip of Karmøy, has always offered a truly unique atmosphere and charm. Now, with the addition of two new hotel options, it has become an attractive destination - not only in the summer but throughout the entire year.
    Due to the opening of Havn Hotel and Gamlekaien this spring, Skudeneshavn has experienced a boost in terms of hotel capacity and th

  • New route from Brussels to the Norwegian fjords

    Norwegian airline Widerøe is launching a direct route from Brussels to Bergen, Norway, starting on April 12 2024. This means that the people of Belgium and Brussels will have convenient access to the majestic and refreshing fjord experiences along the west coast of Norway.

  • Married on the tip of the tongue - nature weddings in Norway are trending

    With record-high summer temperatures in several parts of Europe, a large number of soon-to-be-wed couples are drawn to the beautiful Norwegian fjord landscapes to get married. Over the weekend, Erica Gagne and Clark Rake were one of 13 couples who got married on the epic Trolltunga in the Hardangerfjord.

  • Press trip to the Fjords and magic North!

    Magic has never been more accessible. With Widerøes direct flights from Dublin to Bergen, you can swap the drab and grey views for an authentic Norwegian nature experience. This autumn, we are inviting Irish media on a press trip to see the best of what Norway has to offer.

  • 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.

  • Climb Europe´s highest sea cliff - Hornelen Via Ferrata is now open

    Hornelen Via Ferrata is a new and spectacular via ferrata up the highest sea cliff in Europe (860 m.a.s.l). From here you probably get the best view along the coast of Fjord Norway. From June 18 you can chose from 3 different routes up to the top of Hornelen, to meet your physical level or need for adrenaline.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

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