What's it Like to Drive in Norway? Rules and Tips to Drive in this Nordic Wonderland!
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- čas přidán 20. 04. 2023
- If you're planning a road trip in Norway, you're in for a treat! But before you hit the road, there are a few things you need to know. In this video, we'll show you what it's like to drive in Norway, from the stunning landscapes to the challenging weather conditions. We'll also give you some important tips and tricks for driving in Norway, including how to navigate the toll roads and what to do if you encounter wildlife on the road. So, if you're ready to explore Norway's breathtaking scenery by car, be sure to watch this video! Discover the beauty of Norway's roads and plan your next adventure today.
One thing that's important to mention is that having your headlights turned on is mandatory at all times of the day, regardless of light conditions.
Thank you, good point
Very informative and thank you very much
Glad it was helpful! More to come soon.
I don’t know of any toll roads you can pay by cash og credit card. Just drive, but you “might” get a letter home from the authorities that you have to pay the road toll.
Good to know.
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Yeah, we used to have a lot of automatic toll roads taking coins in the past.
But I don't remember seeing any toll roads anywhere the last decade or so that's not of the letter in the mail type or of the type where you're supposed to just have one of those tag things in the window that you mentioned.
Instead look up apps to register your license plate, so you can pay automatically right away instead of getting a bigger fee in a letter home.
The essence is just that when possible it's usually a good idea and cheaper to do things in advance rather then on the spot.
Buying bus tickets for a week in advance, toll road or ferry subscriptions etc...
@@nerdgasmicadventures8700 The only cash toll roads I know of are the private-ish roads up in the mountains ( around here there is one up on Vikefjellet, one at Bolstadøyri, a couple up at Bergsdalen, one at Arna, a few up on Hardangervida ) sometimes the road is blocked with a gate other times there is a box they trust you to leave some cash in normally 30 kroner but these roads most tourists wouldn't find anyway
Lots of good advice here, but no reason to be afraid of snow on the roads in the summer. I have never experienced that in my 60 years of living in Norway. It can occur high in the mountains but not in the lowlands.
Thanks for the tip! Just trying to be as informative as I can to help others.
@georgexander7170 It all depends on how fast you are going in which speed zones. Speed limits from 60 and below its 26kmh, 70 and above its 36. And on highways (motorvei) where the speed limit is 90 or above its 41 (This is when you lose it) Doing 2x the speed limit = JAIL So it kind of depends how fast you are going how big the fine is gonna be between the speed limit and up till where you lose it. Hope that sums it up for you :)
@georgexander7170 Yes, and if u get caught its 10k nok
@georgexander7170 I still have my license and have only gotten caught twice, both times i got caught doing 10-11kmh over. Drifting on public roads they take your license away also. Highest speed i have hit driving is 220. If you don't want to get caught you need both knowledge about where the police often have radar and a bit of luck.
@georgexander7170 kind of depends. Sometimes they do, sometimes they dont. It depends on if they are chill or strict. "Most" people drive 10 over. Some police stop you if you are 5 over, some dont stop you till ur doing 100+
Is it true that on some roads there are no speed limit signs; you are just supposed to know judging by the buildings, are they residential, how close they are to the road, etc.?
Most places have signs but if there isn't and you are driving in like a non populated area/not in the city the speed limit is 80 by default if there is no signs and 50 in cities.
You see the difference between "city" and "rural" roads by the length of the central markings, longer lines on a rural road.
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Yeah, and our idea of a "city" (or rather urban area) is a bit smaller then cities elsewhere in the world.
So those are useful.
One huge tip aswell. If you dont follow the speed limit and cars are queuing up let them pass!
Any recommendations on where to learn the road signs? Our trip is this week and we're renting a car. I've heard it's not too difficult to understand... Thanks for the video!
Here is a good website that tells you all about it. www.rhinocarhire.com/Drive-Smart-Blog/Drive-Smart-Norway/Norway-Road-Signs.aspx
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I *do* believe that handsfree is permitted, but you're *not* allowed to touch the phone in any way, shape or form while driving.
But a lot of cars can connect to the phone and have triggers on the steering wheel that can be used to pick up the phone or hang up.
This is allowed.
That said, the focus should *always* be on the road.
If the call is distracting you hang up, if it's not make sure that any mistakes you make happens in the call, not the road.
If a accident happens and you where in a call it doesn't look good for you...
So I kind of agree with your advice.
Just wanted to point out that *technically* if you don't show any sign of distraction while on the call and don't get into a accident and you're not seen handling a phone by anyone (including the speed cameras and the various traffic monitoring cameras) you'll probably be fine.
And a lot of Norwegians do take calls while driving
Especially the professionals like taxi drivers who spend a lot of time on the road.
Evaluate the conditions before answering.
There's a place and a time for calls, some places are just not suited and requires your *full* attention.
New information is always welcomed here. I definitely can't claim expertise, only try to give out good information for those who might want to go.
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And that's appropriated.
Max blood alcohol level is 0.2 PER MILLE, not percent. That's a factor of 10 difference.
Thank you for the clarification.
No cell phone use - does that mean I can't mount my cell phone on the windshield and use the GSP for driving directions?
I'm pretty sure they mean you can't use your phone as a telephone either in your hand or hands free. Using it as a GPS device in the way you describe should be okay.
You can use handsfree but not physically touch your phone while moving. Mounting your phone for gps is also not against the rules. If u get caught using your phone its 9.7k NOK
Reindeer are mostly not wild. 😄but domesticated
Be aware of sheep in the entrance of tunnels.
Good point, thank you!
Cash to pay for toll roads!! BS.. Not possible! You will get an invoice later. There is no toll roads with people collecting money..
Thank you for informing us, if we make a mistake we are more than willing to correct it.
In true american way....like talking to little kids
Nothing wrong with getting some information if you plan on traveling to a country