Bergen's Bryggen wharf and funicular views set the scene for Norway's fjord country, including the Flam railway and Naeroyfjord cruises. May to September has the long days; expect rain and carry a jacket.
Month by month
Best: May, June, July, August, September, October
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Worth avoiding: January, February, March, December.
How long to stay
4–6 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 9h from the US East Coast, 3h from Europe, 10h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Norway is expensive; grocery stores and bakeries save money on lunches.
- Book the Norway in a Nutshell route or the Flam railway early in summer.
- It rains here often; waterproof layers matter more than an umbrella.
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