25 ESSENTIAL Driving Tips for Tourists Traveling Norway
From icy mountain passes to scenic fjord roads, Norway offers one of the most unforgettable road trip experiences in the world. But driving here isn’t like driving at home—especially if you’re coming from outside Europe.
With over 200,000 kilometers driven in Norway, we’ve learned a lot—the hard way, so you don’t have to. In this video, we share 23 essential tips to help you drive like a local and avoid costly mistakes.
Topics we cover include:
Norway’s strict alcohol and speeding laws
How to handle Kolonnekjøring (convoy driving)
Winter driving (hint: it’s not for everyone!)
Hidden toll traps and rental car tips
Parking signs decoded
What to do when you meet a moose or a herd of reindeer
Tunnel tips, ferry etiquette, and scenic national routes
And why Norwegians stay calm—except when cabin traffic hits!
Whether you’re renting a car or bringing your own, this guide gives you the real, practical information you won’t find in the brochures.
Important: This video provides an overview, not legal advice. For up-to-date official rules, check the Norwegian Public Roads Administration.
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Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
00:59 – 1) Alcohol Limits
01:36 – 2) Speed Limits and Road Conditions
02:45 – 3) Using your phone while driving
03:12 – 4) Right of way
03:56 – 5) Winter Driving
05:09 – 6) Kolonnekjøring (Convoy Driving)
05:31 – 7) Tolls
06:23 – 8) Car Rental Tips
07:15 – 9) Paid Parking
08:34 -10) Fuel Stops
08:48 – 11) Charging stations
09:14 – 12) Windows cleaner
09:43 – 13) Clean your reversing camera
09:58 – 14) Scenic National Routes
10:25 – 15) Tunnels
11:14 – 16) Ferries
11:36 – 17) Narrow Streets and Back Roads
12:38 – 18) Roadworks and Delays
13:14 – 19) Sheeps and Wildlife
13:47 – 20) Navigation and Apps
14:09 – 21) Cashless Payments
14:29 – 22) Courteous Drivers
15:14 – 23) The cabin traffic and the one guy
16:12 – 24) Distance to next car
16:27 – 25) Stay Flexible
16:47 – Conclusion
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