This Norway motorcycle travel guide covers what you need to know about motorcycling and touring in Norway.
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Motorcycle Travel in Norway
By Mike Taylor
Mike’s our European Touring Expert. He's seriously knowledgeable on Scotland and knows his way round the Continent too.
Norway is home to some seriously mind blowing scenery, phenomenal roads and friendly people. Where else can you ride across the Arctic Circle and on to the most northerly point in Europe? Read on for top routes, costs, paperwork and tips.
Top riding routes in Norway
- Å to Bjerkvik. Ride from the bottom of the Lofoten Islands back up.
- Fossbergom to Åndalsnes. This takes you across the Mountains to Geirangerfjord and the famous Trollstigen
- Olderfjord to Nordkapp. It’s the furthest north you can ride your bike on the European mainland.
- Don’t miss the Lofoten Islands. Trust me, they are like another world.
Check out this guide for more info.
READ MORE: The 3 Best Motorcycle Routes in Norway
When to go
Go in the summer as it is COLD the rest of the year. In the far north it doesn’t get dark in the summer months.
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The cost
- Norway can be a very expensive country if you are staying in hotels and eating out and drinking in pubs. Far cheaper if you’re camping and preparing your own food.
- Fuel is around £1.30 a per litre
- A meal in a restaurant is around £30-£40 per person and goes up from there.
- A beer is around £10 in a pub.
- Hotels start around £100 per night.
- Camping is £10 per night. Hytte (cabins) start around £25 and you’ll need a sleeping bag. You can wild camp for free in Norway.
Paperwork
- Apart from the usual insurance and bike related documentation there is no special paperwork required for Norway.
- Bikes don’t pay tolls in Norway with the exception of the toll to access Nordkapp and a few other passes.
- Speeding fines can be huge in Norway,
- If you’re new to motorcycle travel and want to get your head around paperwork, have a read of the Motorcycle Travel Paperwork Explained guide.
Getting there and away
Norway can be accessed by ferry from Denmark or by crossing the borders from Sweden, Finland or Russia. The crossings from Sweden and Finland are very easy while the Russia crossing may take a couple of hours.
Motorcycle rentals and tours in Norway
Renting a motorcycle or joining a tour in Norway used to be very difficult and expensive, but now some great new companies have popped up. You can now easily rent a motorcycle in Norway, or join a guided or self-guided tour. More info can be found in the Recommended Companies section for Norway.
READ MORE: Rental and Tours in Norway
Top tips for motorcycle travel in Norway
- Keep an eye out for reindeer and moose. They are big beasties and jump out onto the road without warning.
- Supermarkets are far cheaper than petrol stations for food.
- Expect weather changes. It can be unpredictable. Wear the appropriate riding gear and prep for rain and cold. Adventure Riding Gear Guides
- Watch your speed. Speed limits are very strict, strictly enforced and the fines are hefty. Don’t risk it in Norway.
- Plan your route because there’s so much to see and do in Norway and the roads and terrain can vary hugely and there may be regions where petrol stations are few and far between.
About the Author
- Mike runs a motorcycle touring company in Scotland. If you fancy a guided tour or need some help planning the perfect route, get in touch with: passingplacestours.com
- Mike’s business is one of our recommended rental companies: Motorcycle Tour and Rental Companies
- Read more of Mike’s guides on the Contributors page
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