Dress for success

In Norway it’s practicality first, fashion week second. A tip for inexperienced foreigners: please do what the Scandinavians do – wear a wool layer against your skin when it is cold. Cotton or synthetic fabrics may keep you warm when you are dry, but it does not help when you get wet, humid, or sweat like a sow in a steam room. Wool does the trick. Locals always tend to have Gore-tex and down jackets handy. Bring good outerwear, in both summer and winter - as it is not unusual for conditions to shift suddenly.

When travelling in Norway, you may on the rare occasion risk being 'Værfast' - directly translated 'Weather-stuck'. Rapid changes in the weather are normal, and something you have to be prepared for as a traveller in the North.

Important

• Passport
• Travel insurance certificate - never leave home without it
• Medicines (if needed)
• Valid Driver’s licence – essential if you are renting a car / driving a motorised vehicle - this includes snow-mobiles!
• Visa (Some nationalities are required to have a visa to visit Norway. Find out here if you need one)
• Up Norway Digital Itinerary (have you remembered to download the app?)

Don't have the necessary gear and want a sustainable solution?

We are aware that most of our guests do not have a full Bear Grylls style wardrobe and that buying all the equipment for your Norwegian adventure can be expensive. It can also be challenging when it comes to knowing what to buy and which garments are ethically and sustainably produced. That's why we have now set up a collaboration with the Norwegian apparel company Amundsen Sports. Their standards are built upon the heritage of the great Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, and provide smart, outdoor gear, inspired by Norwegian traditions combined with modern innovation that will last years beyond your Norwegian adventure.

As an Up Norway traveller, you can enjoy a 25% discount on their collection, and even get help from an expert to help you choose the right gear. The clothing can be ordered online and brought to your arrival destination in Norway. We also have partners all over the country who offer clothing and gear for rent should that be your preferred option. So whether you are embarking on a Frozen Family Fairytale, Norway's Arctic Circle Region or your own curated road-trip in the realm of Norwegian folklore we can guide you with all your packing needs.