Nature

Why study in Norway?

��ר��s don't like to brag, but we'll give it a shot: We're a country known for our beautiful nature, focus on work-life balance, world-leading gender equality and high rankings in the World Happiness Report.

Norway has a lot of uninhabited terrain, which makes it rich in experiences and unique natural diversity. Get ready for an adventure!

Norway is the northernmost country in Europe and includes a great variety of natural scenery. The span from the lowlands in the Southeast to the spectacular fjords and high mountains and coastline in the West and North is very striking. If you enjoy hiking and big outdoor adventures, this is a fantastic place to study. On the other hand, natural wonders such as the northern lights, the midnight sun, the fjords, and quiet national parks highlight Norway's serene qualities. Nature in norway

Nature and city life - side by side

Our elongated country in the North is a perfect study destination for those who are adventurous. It consists of this unique mix of urban life in the big cities and beautiful landscapes in the country. Thanks to well-established infrastructure it is easy to travel around the country as a student. Go surfing in Lofoten, take a trip to the mountains, try fishing for ��ר�� salmon, or go for a boat ride in one of the many fjords. Even in our capital of Oslo you’re only a short stop away from a swim or a hike! Preikestolen

Four seasons

Are you drawn to summer with warm, lazy days in the sun, or do you prefer the cold winter with landscapes covered in snow? In Norway you don't have to choose. Every year we enjoy four seasons, with sunny summers, and cold winters. Every season has its charm, and surprising for many of those who visit Norway, are the light summer nights and the dark winter months. In November we cozy up inside with good food and candlelight, looking forward to Christmas in a white wonderland. When the snow starts melting in March, and the sun reappears, we run outdoors and gather at outdoor cafes. But regardless of the seasons, ��ר��s have great appreciation for nature and tend to spend a lot of time exploring it. Mountain in the winter

Is Norway cold?

While the country is the most northern in Europe, it isn’t as cold as you might imagine. The warm water from the Gulf Stream heats Norway to an acceptable level for most people. Coastal areas have relatively mild winters with temperatures rarely falling below -4C (24.8F) .
��ר��s are experts in everything winter so you will soon pick up the ��ר�� way of dressing in layers, learn how to walk on ice, and enjoy the winter season and skiing.

5 great experiences in Oslo

Slalom in Tryvann or cross-country skiing right outside the city centre
Go for a hike and visit one of the 31 year-round available cabins in the countryside
Rent a stand-up paddle board in Bjørvika
Visit Kok, an outdoor sauna next to the Opera
Go for a swim in one of the many lakes around Oslo, at Bygdøy sjøbad or at one of the islands right outside the city centre

5 great experiences in Bergen

Take the Fløibanen funicular from the city centre to the Fløyen observation point
Go rafting, kayaking, canoeing, or take a boat trip right outside the city centre
Rent a bike and go for a bike ride to the top of Fløyen
Take a hike on the seven mountains
Go fishing for ��ר�� trout in Nordåsvannet

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