Why Spring is the Best Time to Visit Norway
Why Norway?
Norway is one of the world’s most spectacular countries,
and truly a magical place to visit anytime of year.
Due to its relatively high
costs, for many it is a once in a lifetime holiday destination. It is therefore
advisable to plan ahead for your time in Norway to make sure you get the
most from the stunning Scandinavian country.
Northern Lights
For me, spring is an ideal
time of year to visit Norway
as you get the best of both worlds. Temperatures aren’t as low as mid-winter
and days aren’t as short, plus as it is not high season prices are a little
cheaper. One of Norway’s
biggest draws; the Northern Lights are often still visible at this time of
year, and watching them from the milder nights is definitely more enjoyable
than mid-winter. The best areas to spot the natural phenomenon of dancing
lights in the sky at night are places out of town, in more remote areas, with
the least light pollution.
Spring Blossom
As the snow melts away
from low-lying areas, the grass returns to a lush shade of green, and apple
blossom covers the orchard trees found throughout the awe-inspiring fjord
region. This is one of the most beautiful times to visit the western coast
where the majority of the fjords are located, as the deep blue of the water
contrasts fantastically with the green sheer slopes of the mountains which are
sprinkled with apple blossom, and topped with the last of the season’s snow.
National Day
Norway’s national day, the 17th May, is a big
deal all over the country. Up and down Norway, newly washed streets become
alive with parades, people dressed in their national costume, live music and
festivities. The buzzing atmosphere is sociable, and with just about all of the
population outside, it is a great way to meet people. Plenty of hot dogs and
ice-creams are eaten and ample beer drunk.
Lower Prices
As Norway is the
second wealthiest country in the world, prices reflect this. Sadly this does
make Norway holidays
expensive to many, so avoiding peak times (and costs) are an ideal way to save
a bit of money. Spring time is not considered high season, so make the most of
it! Not only are accommodation and transport prices lower, but tourist attractions
will also be quieter.
Spring in to Action
Year-round, Norway has
plenty of activities on offer. One major perk to visiting during spring time is
that both winter and summer activities are available. Ski resorts usually
remain open until April, but some glacier resorts stay open throughout the
year. Both downhill and cross-country skiing are popular in Norway, along
with snow activities such as dog-sledding and snow-mobiling. More synonymous
with summer holidays;
fishing, hunting, hiking, cycling, plus a seemingly endless amount of
water-sports are popular too.
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