Oslo

The biggest international youth soccer tournaments in the world

Oslo is famous for its love for winter sports with ice skating being one of the locals' favourite

The Norwegian "water of life" contains spices, herbs, and around 40% alcohol. It is a common Christmas drink always present during festivities

The Russ are wearing red pants inside out and red caps with a string of knots celebrating graduation

Soft and creamy vanilla-flavored puddings topped with fruit preserves that melt in your mouth. These desserts are a must try during the holidays

Visit local rooftop bars to chill out and view the best of Oslo panoramas

Oslo is the ski capital of the world with skiing facilities so close to the city centre

To preserve the stock of Norwegian lobsters for the future years the young and spawning crayfish goes back to the sea

It takes just a few minutes for a ferry to take you from the messy city centre to delightful peace and silence

The horse show marks the beginning of the World Cup in horse jumping

Swings and roller coasters of all kinds make it a heaven for both adult and young thrill seekers

Herring pickled with onions, garlic, mustard, lingonberries, and other flavorings is a great Norwegian delight

One of the most famous open-air swimming pools, Frognerbadet, offers a lot of family activities

If you fancy to relax on the beach, it's possible in Oslo

Dive into the Medieval atmosphere of the Folk festival

The most popular toboggan run in Oslo will take you around ten minutes to go down the hill

Aurora borealis lights up Norvegian skies only in the darkest nights

Discover a piece of music you've never heard before—Ultima performers surprise even the most experienced concert-goers

There are more than 2,600 km of cross-country ski trails around Oslo

One of the biggest heavy metal festivals in Scandinavia

Norway celebrates its statehood through ceremonial parades. The biggest parade winds its way through the streets of Oslo

The annual marathon attracts more than 16 thousand participants annually

Not a single Norwegian Christmas party can do without warm spicy Gløgg, a local version of mulled wine

The world's healthiest whitefish is abundant in the waters along the Norwegian coast during winter season

Whoever dares to pick up unripe cloudberries risks to be punished by law for wasting precious Arctic Gold

Long ago brewing Christmas beer was obligatory for all Norwegians and breaking this law was grounds for punishment

Norwegian children are taught to cook traditional lamb and cabbage stew in elementary schools

Experience some Scandinavian holiday magic

Learn everything about Oslo's spookiest spots

Plan yourself a beautiful Scandinavian NYE

See awe-inspiring aerobatics and aircraft exhibitions at the annual celebration near Oslo

A week-long marathon of jazz in the center of Oslo