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Trollstigen and Geiranger: how to drive the route

The Geiranger–Trollstigen scenic route is 104 km of road 63 with one short ferry. We list the stops in order, when the road is open, what the tolls cost, and what changed in 2026.

Christmas markets in Oslo: dates, opening hours and what to buy

Jul i Vinterland in Spikersuppa is free and open daily from 7 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. For handmade gifts, come on 5–6 or 12–13 December, when Norsk Folkemuseum and Vippa both hold markets.

Things to do in Oslo: 40 tips from people who live here

Many of the best things to do in Oslo are free. These are the 40 places we send our own guests, with prices and opening hours checked in October 2026, plus what is closed this winter.

The best hotels in Tromsø for northern lights season

Stay in the centre for easy tours and the airport bus, or outside town for darker skies. Our ten picks, with which hotels let you look for the aurora without leaving the property.

The best places to visit in Norway, picked by Norwegians

Our 25 best places to visit in Norway, from Oslo and Bergen to Senja and Svalbard. Each comes with one hard fact you need to plan: travel time, hiking distance or season.

Things to do in Bergen: 25 tips, rain or shine

Bergen gets a lot of rain, so we sorted 25 tips into indoor and outdoor plans. Prices and winter opening hours were checked in October 2026, including what is closed this December.

M&H tests this year’s advent calendars: These are worth the money

We continue the hunt for the advent calendars that actually deserve a place in your home in the run-up to Christmas. This time, we've opened the doors at The Body Shop, Lyko, Vita and Rituals.

The running club has become the new meeting place – in Copenhagen, Zalando took it a step further

DJs along the route, pasta in the streets and a 230-metre sound tunnel: the Copenhagen Half Marathon was about more than crossing the finish line first.

Oliver Peoples x KHAITE is back – and we want new sunglasses

Big frames, sharp lines and quite a lot of 70s inspiration. The new eyewear collection from Oliver Peoples and KHAITE is here.

Oslo today: from art exhibitions to ballet and clubbing – completely free

Fancy something other than the usual Friday round? During Art Night, cultural venues in Bjørvika and Oslobukta open their doors for an evening you can put together exactly as you like.

The Nobel Peace Prize turns 125: Oslo invited to celebrate

The first Peace Prize was awarded in the Storting without the laureates present. 125 years later, the ceremony fills the whole of Oslo. The Nobel Peace Center is marking the anniversary with family activities, stories and a new exhibition.

UGG opens its very first store in Norway: here’s where to find it

Just in time for autumn, Oslo is getting an entire store dedicated to the shoes many already have on their wish list. On 1 October, UGG opens its doors in Prinsens gate.