What do you associate Norway with? For me it’s snow, huskies, the Northern Lights, lots of islands and boats and fishing – in fact, if a Norwegian isn’t on skis he’s on a boat! In November of 2014 I visited Norway for the first time. We sailed up the coast, calling at Alesund, Tromso and Alta – way, way up in the Arctic Circle – and Kristiansund on the way back down. We learnt a bit about the Sami culture, had a few sightings of the Northern Lights, went husky sledding, saw whales and survived a Force 10 gale! See my post ‘Winter Wonderland’ for the whole story.
I must pay a return visit in the summer!
The exciting Atlantic Road The Atlantic Road Some stunning sunsets in Norway Islands and sailboats Watch out for that island!! Ol’ Blue Eyes! Arctic Cathedral, Tromso Vessels of every shape and size here Cross in a typical stave church Snowy scene at the husky centre Beautiful (noisy!) huskies 300 dogs at this centre – all raring to go! One of the many ferries in Norway Waiting for the tide – or to sell us his catch! Really? Our knowledgeable guide at the stave church Little House on the Island Kennel on stilts to keep the dogs cosier Bridge in Kristiansund Kristiansund Lofoten Islands – balmier climate The organ at the Arctic Cathedral, Tromso The mighty sea Stunning views A Sami campfire Picture postcard scenery A stave church Force 10 gale brewing – our Danish captain steered us safely through it Another stunning sunset Vessels in port A wacky window display