10 days in Norway
10 days | August 2018 | Pic taken at the top of Dalsnibba with the sunrise coloring up the sky.
Quick Thoughts
10 days, 65+ hours and 1,300 miles driving, plus a bonus pothole knocking out my rental car’s front bumper..thank God for coffee and duct tape! I spent the first half of the trip on my own (starting in Bergen) before picking up a friend in Trondheim. This way I got the best of solo roadtripping, being lost in my own thoughts, while also sharing the road and memories with the best company. Recipe for the perfect trip.
Key Highlights
See my collection of Instagram Stories from the trip!
Camping in Geiranger and exploring the surrounding fjords.
I woke up at 4am to catch the sunrise atop Dalsnibba overlooking Djupvatnet lake. No regrets. But bring a jacket…or two..
Freezing my ass off taking photos along the Atlantic Road.
Everything about the city of Trondheim, especially witnessing the sunset along the harbor.
Something on my checklist was seeing a wild muskox. I got my wish in Dovrefjell–Sunndalsfjella National Park.
Things to Know
Car rental: 4WD isn’t necessary unless you plan to off-road! The roads are quite smooth, even up the mountains.
You’re legally allowed to camp out virtually anywhere. Having said that, there are some rules. Here’s a post I found helpful.
When I visited Norway, sunset time was after 10 PM, so factor that into any itinerary. Perfect for extended road trips!