When planning a trip to Scandinavia, there are many reasons to go to Norway. Between its lakes, mountains and beaches, the country of fjords offers varied landscapes to lovers of clean and fresh air. As we drive along the roads, we feel like slowing down to take the time to observe a waterfall, a glacier or a spectacular mountain range that surrounds us. It's a good thing, because surfing on the Busbud website, you can find out that from Denmark, Sweden or even within Norway, there are very good prices for bus journeys, such as from Copenhagen to Oslo. A very interesting and cheaper alternative to a car rental or a plane or train ticket. With the possibility to compare and book in your own language and currency. A good reason to hit the roads to Norway's spectacular nature and amazing cities.
The fjords of the west country, the force of nature
Norway has more than a thousand fjords, and they are one of the country's most iconic features. The ones that we have seen in magazine photos and that immediately catch the eye are mainly in the western part of the territory. Nærøyfjord, Sognefjord, Lysefjord, Geirangerfjord and Sunnylvsfjorden fjord, which can be reached on a bus trip from Bergen to Alesund, are majestic places where quiet blue lakes are framed on either side by imposing cliffs. It is important to know that the water in the lakes is salty, since they are actually inlets that penetrate into the hinterland. It is also not uncommon to see magnificent waterfalls tumbling down from the glaciers high above our heads. The fjords of Norway are also a great place for many outdoor activities. There are hiking trails that lead to points that offer breathtaking views. Those who wish to do so can also practice climbing or take advantage of the lakes for fishing, kayaking or stand-up paddle. On the rivers, it is rafting that awaits thrill-seekers. Finally, history lovers can visit the ruins of ancient villages and see Viking remains. All this beauty has earned the Nærøyfjord and Geirangerfjord fjords a place on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Norway and its wonderful cities
A bus ticket to Norway can also take visitors to the country's most beautiful cities. For example, Vy is the airline with the greatest coverage, serving the main cities in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The buses are equipped with wifi to make the trips more pleasant. After a bus ride from Stockholm to Oslo, we discover a city enclosed between a fjord and miles of forest. Capital on a human scale, we appreciate its mix of old and modern architecture and the relaxation that reigns there. Facing the Oslo fjord, we take the time to stroll through the Akker Brygge district, built around an abandoned shipyard. It is pleasant to walk along the seaside before settling down on the terrace of a café. Then we head to the trendy Grünerløkka district for shopping, admiring the residential buildings so typical of Oslo, before sitting down at a restaurant table to taste the local gastronomy. Cultural life is also abundant with a multitude of museums, including the Norwegian Folklore Museum and the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design
Another destination: Bergen. Situated on the south-western coast of Norway, in the heart of mountains and fjords, this charming town is home to exceptional monuments such as the Bergenhus fortress and the amazing standing wooden church of Fantoft. Just a stone's throw from the port, we then head towards the Bryggen district to admire its sublime colourful facades and narrow streets. It is a district which moreover makes it possible to plunge into the heart of the Norwegian craft industry. Finally, you take the Floibanen funicular to reach the word Floyen and enjoy a magnificent view of the city, the mountains and the fjords of Bergen.
And then there's Alesund, another city with a unique atmosphere. Although it is also surrounded by beautiful nature, people like to stroll around to observe its Art Nouveau buildings, an architecture that is now dominant since the city was ravaged by fire in 1904. You then pass through the pedestrian street of Kongens Gate to enjoy the shopping atmosphere. Another unmissable event is the ascent of the 418 steps that lead to the top of Fjellstua Hill. It is from this superb viewpoint that one can admire the city as a whole and the beauty of the surrounding nature.
