Nesna

Population 1,902 / 66.1 degrees north Nesna, Norway Nesna is a small village on the Helgeland coast that is surrounded by some spectacular scenery. If you are doing Norway’s Coastal Road you can visit this town, and Nesna is a port of call on the coastal ferry. It’s a nice place that’s well worth stopping […]

Trondheim

Population 202,000 / 63.2 degrees north Trondheim, Norway Trondheim is Norway’s third-largest city and today one of the most important university towns in the country. However, Trondheim is the original capital of Norway and therefore an important historic centre.  About Trondheim Latitude: 63.2 degrees north Population: 202,000 Hottest month: July Coldest month: January Wettest month: July Windiest month: January […]

Sandnessjøen

Population 5,900 / 66.1 degrees north Sandnessjøen, Norway Sandnessjøen is worth visiting thanks to its Viking history as well as the Seven Sisters, one of the most famous mountain ranges in Norway.  About Sandnessjøen Latitude: 66.1 degrees north Population: 5,900 Alstahaug Municipality In this Travel Guide… Map of Sandnessjøen Things to See & Do Here’s […]

Rørvik

Population 3,300 / 64.1 degrees north Rørvik, Norway Rørvik is a small coastal town in central Norway on the eastern side of the Vikna archipelago, surrounded by about 6,000 offshore islets. It’s a maritime hub with a working harbour, museums and schools focused on coastal life.  About Rørvik Latitude: 64.1 degrees north Population: 3,300 Nærøysund […]

Røros

Population 5,500 / 62.3 degrees north Røros, Norway Røros is one of the most fascinating towns in Norway, and it is also seriously underrated. Located close to the Swedish border, Røros is a well-preserved historic town with charming wooden houses and an important industrial past. If you can, add Røros to your trip! About Røros […]

Oppdal

Population 7,000 / 62.3 degrees north Oppdal, Norway Nestled between the Dovrefjell and Trollheimen ranges in central Norway, Oppdal is a mountain community that offers something for everyone year-round. This charming alpine town is famed for its winter sports, with one of Norway’s largest ski resorts, and equally loved for its summer adventures like hiking, […]

Namsos

Population 15,000 / 64.2 degrees north Namsos, Norway Namsos is a historic timber trading town. The city was founded officially in 1845 and played a prominent role in the 19th century timber export trade of Norway. The city suffered two devastating fires at the end of the 19th century and was heavily bombed during World […]

Mosjøen

Population 9,800 / 65.8 degrees north Mosjøen, Norway Mosjøen is a historic trading port located along the Helgeland coast. Its main street is one of the most charming in Norway, and this hidden gem makes for a perfect stop on your Norwegian roadtrip.  About Molde Latitude: 65.8 degrees north Population: 9,800 Vefsn Municipality In this […]

Brønnøysund

Population 4,995 / 65.2 degrees north Brønnøysund, Norway Located in the geographic centre of Norway, Brønnøysund is the beginning of the Coastal Road – one of Norway’s 18 national tourist roads. It’s a sleep little town on an archipelago, but the surrounding nature is beautiful. The famous mountain Torghatten is also located here.  About Brønnøysund […]