During the summer the sheep goes to their summer grazing land in the mountains, where they roam freely without fences. So whenever you enter a sheep area, marked with a sheep danger sign, you should be prepared to step on the brakes. While Google maps will tell you one thing, the reality is completely different. In general, the Norwegian speed limit is 80 kilometres per hour. But to be able to drive safely, look out for the sheep and enjoy the spectacular scenery you will have to drive much slower. ➳ Read more: Visit Norway lists the 18 Norwegian Scenic Routes Read more: 6 days in Norway – a complete road trip guide Stegastein viewpoint (Aurlandsfjord), Trollstigen viewpoint and Ørnesvingen viewpoint (Geirangerfjord) are some of the most popular viewpoints in Norway. They are included in my complete road trip guide to Norway. In Norway, you can walk nearly anywhere you want as long as you follow these rules. The main rules are easy: Be considerate and thoughtful. Pick up your rubbish and show respect for nature. A rule that applies to overnight stays in nature is that you may put up a tent or park your car for the night anywhere in the countryside, forests or mountains, as long as you keep at least 150 metres away from the nearest inhabited house or cabin. If you want to stay for more than two nights in the same place, you must ask the landowner’s permission, except in the mountains or very remote areas. Read more about the right to roam in Norway here. Norway has more than 70 years experience in using road toll payment to finance costs of bridges, tunnels, and roads. Once you drive in Norway, you will understand why the roads need proper maintenance – and why we all need to help paying for it. Read more: How to register your car in Norway This tip is good not only to keep your budget, but also to avoid the stress of finding a restaurant. There are not many restaurants in the Norwegian countryside. Cooking on the road, lunch tips:
Sandwiches with cheese on tubeCreamy potato salad with feta cheese and beans (or salmon, or ham)Cheese platter with crackers, pesto and olives
