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Driving in Norway Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Driving in Norway

In the cities there is generally no need for a car, due to the robust public transit network. Also, parking is a challenge in the larger cities, and can be expensive. Further, some city centres (such asBergenandOslo) may be confusing to navigate for the first time visitor due to many one-way streets. Despite traffic rarely being heavy, congestion generally happens in and around cities (during rush hour around Oslo [roadsE18and E6], as well as Friday afternoon out of Oslo, around Easter holiday). However, Norway's top attractions areoutside the main cities. A car will get you to remote corners without railway and with limited or no public transport, affording the flexibility to stop at will, visit less crowded places, and change plans. The ever-changing rugged landscape, Norway's top attrac

Driving in Norway Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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