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Re: 2012 snow conditions in Norway

by PeteOlson 05 May 2012

I skied the Skarverennet from Finse (1222 meters) to Ustaoset (around 1000 meters) on May 21st and conditions were good and I am guessing…
RE: Walking from Finse to Aurland

by jostmoen 04 May 2012

I did this walk 40 years ago. It was a great experience and I'm sure you'll be all right. The weather is of course unpredictable and your…
2 weeks in Norway

by bristolnewbie 16 January 2012

I`m planning my first journey to Norway. I`m going to travel in June, but I can postpone it until July or August if that is better. I…
2 weeks in Norway

by bristolnewbie 15 January 2012

I`m planning my first journey to Norway. I`m going to travel in June, but I can postpone it until July or August if that is better. I…
RE: multi-day hike - where to go?

by jostmoen 18 December 2011

I suggest you check out Hardangervidda High Mountain Plateau. Hichhike or take a bus westbound up the National Road (Rv) 7. To the south…
Re: Some questions about traveling in Scandinavia, please help. :)

by steinarh 18 November 2011

1. Yes, there will be snow in the Finse area in May. 2. After Bergen and Flåm railways, I'd say Rauma line (Åndalsnes-Dombås), Ofotban…
Some questions about traveling in Scandinavia, please help. :)

by behyx 17 November 2011

Some questions I hope some kind souls can help. :) 1. As I will be traveling in Scandinavia during May 2012, will I still be able to…
RE: Norway in nutshell

by scribblerkeith 01 November 2011

The Norway In A Nutshell trip is a one day circular tour that can be done from Bergen, Voss and other starting points and is one of the…
RE: Rallarvegen - Mydral to Flam

by Grammo 22 July 2011

With 4 days in Flåm I would definitely take the train up to Finse, Hire the bike you can also book a bike at Finse and ride to Flåm. Finse…
RE: hiking around Geilo?

by Grammo 22 July 2011

Geilo is a small place so it’s easy to get into the hills. Talk to somebody when you arrive. There are plenty of directions to head. Or…
RE: Rallarvegen - Mydral to Flam

by laurensvt 12 July 2011

Myrdal to Flam is a very short ride. Last year I did the ride from Finse to Flam. The section up in the tundra is amazing and worth taking…
RE: Finse to Aurland 4 Day Trek

by rjsol 11 July 2011

1) yes 2) yes 3) yes, Finse-Geiteryggen (4-5 hrs) or on to Steinbergdalen (4-5 more), night stay, bus Østerbø, night stay, Vassbygd 5-6…
RE: Opinions on some good hikes in Western Norway

by rjsol 11 July 2011

Aurlandsdalen is my definite favourite. Website mentioned will give info. Best part is the lower, 5-6 hrs between Østerbø and Vassbygdi…
Opinions on some good hikes in Western Norway

by fadedsun 01 July 2011

Hey guys, so in a couple of weeks a friend and myself are heading to Bergen from merry old England. We have basic itinerary, with some…
RE: Finse to Aurland 4 Day Trek

by jackplotkin77 27 June 2011

A few more questions about the Finse to Aurland trek: 1) Is it possible to not bring a tent and stay only in the huts? 2) Do they serve…
Hiking in Norway...but where?!

by RobinJW 20 June 2011

My boyfriend and I are planning a week in Norway between June 27 and July 4. Our goal is to soak up as much scenery as possible - while…
RE: The Bergen Railway--Where to camp along the way?

by scribblerkeith 11 May 2011

Hope not - they had to get Harrison Ford there on a NSR snowplough! Last time I headed over to Geilo via Finse in the winter months,…
RE: The Bergen Railway--Where to camp along the way?

by walkingmzungu 11 May 2011

If you are interested in film history, Finse is where they shot the scenes from the ice planet Hoth in +The Empire Strikes Back+ - don't…
Re: The Bergen Railway--Where to camp along the way?

by shabbyme 10 May 2011

Yes, I agree, Finse or Myrdahl are the most scenic places to camp. Edited by: shabbyme
Nine-day Norway Roadtrip

by blairecoleman 03 April 2011

Hi there, My partner and I are hiring a car for a 9 day for a road trip in Norway in mid-June. We're overwhelmed with how many things…
Re: Bergen Guesthouse

by walkingmzungu 12 November 2010

Bergensbanen, to use its common name, is certainly the highest rail journey in +Northern+ Europe (I suspect there might be trains in the…
RE: New Year

by walkingmzungu 22 September 2010

Scandinavia isn't generally the #1 area for budget travel: accomodation, food, and transport are all expensive. Also, you're highly unlikely…
RE: Help with Norway itinerary for seven nights

by laurensvt 18 August 2010

Thank you! I think you saved us some backtracking, time, and money. We'll spend only one night in Finse and then have an extra night in…
Finse to Flam Bike ride (55k)

by nadnutz 16 August 2010

Hi! I was wondering if this is possible... * Rent Bikes in either Flam or Finse at the train station. Start the bike ride in Finse at…
RE: Help with Norway itinerary for seven nights

by truckergirl 16 August 2010

I guess Bale strand is a nice place. I don't know if lots of ships go to Balestrand. You could try searching the harbor authorities if…