Norway Road Map & Scenic Routes
Discover Norway's spectacular scenic roads. From the Atlantic Ocean Road to Trollstigen, plan your unforgettable Norwegian road trip.
Driving in Norway
Norway offers some of the world's most spectacular driving experiences. The country has designated 18 National Tourist Routes (Nasjonale Turistveger) - scenic roads with specially designed viewpoints, rest areas, and attractions along the way.
Famous Scenic Roads
Atlantic Ocean Road (Atlanterhavsveien)
8.3km coastal road with bridges jumping between islands. Called "the road to nowhere." Best experienced in stormy weather.
63.0167°N, 7.3500°E | Between Molde and KristiansundTrollstigen (Troll's Path)
Dramatic mountain road with 11 hairpin bends, 10% gradient, and waterfalls. Open May-October only.
62.4583°N, 7.6700°E | Near ÅndalsnesTrollstigen-Geiranger Road (Ørnevegen)
Eagle Road with spectacular hairpins descending to Geirangerfjord. Incredible fjord views.
62.0833°N, 7.1167°E | Geiranger areaSognefjellsvegen
Northern Europe's highest mountain pass road (1,434m). Spectacular glacier and mountain views.
61.5500°N, 7.9500°E | Between Lom and LusterAurlandsfjellet (Snow Road)
Mountain road with Stegastein viewpoint jutting 30m over the fjord. Open June-October.
60.9000°N, 7.2500°E | Aurland to LærdalLofoten Scenic Route
Dramatic coastal road through the Lofoten Islands with fishing villages and mountain scenery.
68.2000°N, 14.0000°E | Raftsundet to ÅHardangervidda
High mountain plateau route between Oslo and Bergen. Wild reindeer habitat.
60.1000°N, 7.5000°E | Eidfjord areaNational Tourist Routes
Norway has 18 designated National Tourist Routes covering 2,136 km of spectacular roads:
- Havøysund: Arctic route to fishing villages
- Varanger: Eastern Finnmark coastal route
- Senja: Norway's second largest island
- Andøya: Whale watching country
- Lofoten: Dramatic island scenery
- Helgelandskysten: Coastal route with 12,000 islands
- Atlanterhavsvegen: Atlantic Ocean Road
- Geiranger-Trollstigen: Mountain and fjord spectacular
- Rondane: Mountain wilderness
- Gamle Strynefjellsvegen: Historic mountain crossing
- Sognefjellsvegen: Highest mountain pass
- Aurlandsfjellet: Snow road viewpoints
- Gaularfjellet: Waterfalls and valleys
- Hardanger: Fjord and orchard country
- Hardangervidda: Mountain plateau
- Ryfylke: Inner fjord route
- Jæren: Coastal beaches
- Valdresflye: High mountain route
Driving Tips for Norway
Speed Limits
Built-up: 50 km/h | Rural: 80 km/h | Highway: 90-110 km/h
Headlights
Required at all times, even in daylight
Winter Tires
Required Nov 1 - Easter (or when conditions require)
Tolls
Many roads have automatic tolls (AutoPASS)
Mountain Road Seasons
Many mountain roads close in winter due to snow:
- Trollstigen: Open late May - October
- Sognefjellsvegen: Open June - October
- Aurlandsfjellet: Open June - October
- Gamle Strynefjellsvegen: Open late June - October
- Check road status: vegvesen.no for current conditions
Road Trip Planning
- Distances: Norway is 1,750 km long - don't underestimate drive times
- Ferries: Many routes require ferry crossings - check schedules
- Fuel: Fill up when possible - long distances between stations in north
- Wildlife: Watch for moose, reindeer, and sheep on roads
- Rest Areas: National Tourist Routes have scenic rest stops