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Hiking
Hiking9 tips for hiking in Norway
Going hiking in Norway soon? Then make sure you're well prepared! It doesn't just make hiking a lot more comfortable and fun, in the worst case it can even be a matter of life and death. Every year tourists still have to be rescued from mountaintops by helicopter, so read on quickly and make sure…Read more
HikingHiking on Smøla: the colorful Maurdalen
During my six-week retreat on the island of Smøla, I hiked pretty much the whole island. Together with my loyal four-legged friend Finn, I explored almost every square meter of the island. Rain or shine. One of our favorites was the hike through Maurdalen. Fall conjured up the most beautiful colors in the landscape, and…Read more
HikingLitlefjellet, the hidden gem of Romsdal
Somewhere in Vengedalen lies a very well hidden gem. It's dreamy, beautiful and fairylike and it's called Litlefjellet (literally 'small mountain'). Locals also call it 'Romsdalseggen light'. Litlefjellet is my favorite spot in the entire area and getting their is fairly easy as well! Even though I'd rather keep this special place for myself, I can't possibly keep…Read more
Road trips
Winter
Accommodations, WinterTromsø Ice Domes: A magical night in an icehotel
Update: In winter season 2024/2025 the Ice Domes will not be doing overnight stays anymore. You can consider spending a night at Snowhotel Kirkenes instead.I created Lost in Norvana as a combination of 'Norway' and 'nirvana'. Nirvana is a place of perfect peace and happiness, like heaven. In Buddhism it's the highest state that one can attain, a…Read more
HikingHiking to the spectacular Brenndalsbreen
In the area of Jostedalsbreen national park, near Loen, lies the Brenndalsbreen. And in Norway, the rule is: if it exists, you can hike to it! Okay, I just made that up on the spot, but it's often true. Let's address the elephant in the room right away, because you're going to come across this…Read more
WinterEverything you need to know about the northern lights
The northern lights have fascinated us ever since humankind has walked this planet. But what do we actually know about this special phenomenon? And what do we just think we know about it? And how do you capture it on camera? In this article you'll find everything you need to know about the northern lights!Northern…Read more
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City breaks
Experience the far north for yourself?
From rugged mountains and endless roads to silent forests and the northern lights. Discover the trips through the far north and find your next adventure.