Valdres at more than 1,300 metres above sea level (Photo: Jarle Wæhler / Statens vegvesen) Driving sensibly during these times is essential so stay calm, don't rush, leave plenty of distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you, brake gently, and slow down well in advance of junctions and bends.

As in other Scandinavian countries, Norwegians drive on the right side of the road. 1. Could you please share if saft to drive from Oslo – airport to Flam and should we stay Flam for 3 nights it is to much and I will return car to Oslo airport. National Parks and Most Outdoor Locations are Free to Use 10. Self-Drive Tours in Norway Experience a journey of a lifetime with a self-drive tour of Norway, and enjoy every beautiful attraction at your own pace. For example, December has the shortest days in Norway – even in Bergen, the sun doesn't rise until 9:45 a.m. in late December, and sets around 3:30 p.m. Rural roads are generally two lanes and can be narrow and winding, particularly in mountainous areas. If you consume alcohol, do not drive in Norway while impaired (limit is 0.2 ‰ blood alcohol).
I am planning on taking my Dad on holiday to Norway, with the hope of seeing the Northern Lights so the date I have chosen is sometime around the 10th Feb 2013.Last Feb we had a fantastic holiday in Iceland, hired our own car and drove our way around the South and West coats, staying in small farmsteads and chalets on our way. It was our very first time self-driving in wintry Hokkaido but we enjoyed the experience so much we are already planning to do it again. It’s also very important to check if your rental vehicle has winter tires. If you rent during snow season, you will need winter tires. Most Norwegians Speak English 5. If you do decide to drive during winter in Norway, it’s a good plan to keep your eye on local road closures. You will need to pay to drive into the cities like Oslo and Bergen and then figure out where to park the car. Norway is a Safe Country to Visit 6. While October is still mid-fall, note that mountain passes may be closed by snow. This risk increases when driving in winter but they can be mitigated, especially with advanced planning and safe driving habits. Roads, especially those in the mountains or areas of heavy snow, can often close for the safety of travelers. After a lifetime of winter visits to Norway, and a year living in what’s probably the wintriest place in Norway, I’ve learned a thing or two about winter in Norway. Our packages include … Up in the Arctic regions, it’s even good to consider asking for studded tires. Now, personally I think winter is when Norway is at its best, but it can also be a bit of a tricky season for travel if you’re not properly prepared. Norway is a Scandinavian Country 2.

It’s a great idea when driving in Lapland in winter to carry along winter clothes. In case of an emergency, or a sudden adventure into the snowy landscape, you should have a warm hat, scarf, winter coat and/or winter layers, gloves, winter pants, and a pair of winter … I will drive from Oslo to Flam and stay for 3-4 nights at Flam as main town from 19-22 March 2016, basicly I would love to explore winter in Norway with my parent not to hit the top of the mountain just feel winter and snow. Norway has 18 designated National Tourist Routes (some are seasonal due to the winter weather making some roads impassable) with half of them being in Fjord Norway. The Norwegian currency is NOK (Norwegian Krone) 4. But winter in Norway can be quite different depending on which month you visit. Tunnels are generally very safe. Wild camping is Allowed in Mostly all of Norway 9. These routes make it super easy for tourists to hit the road to see the spectacular sights in the country because they’ve been carefully selected as the ones offering the best scenery. There is no special speed limit for tunnels, but many visitors slow down excessively when entering tunnels and thus annoying other drivers. There are countless road tunnels in Norway, including very long tunnels and underwater tunnels, particularly in western Norway. Polar Bears do not Walk in the Streets 3. Always Bring an Extra Layer of Clothes 8. Stay warm.
Visitors to Norway in winter must be prepared to drive on pure ice and fresh snow. SAFE DRIVING IN NORWAY In general, the roads in Norway are of high standard and are well-maintained.

These are mostly two-lane undivided highways. Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall 7. Be aware and drive safe.