Articles: Nice to know about the norwegian mountains

What should you do if a thunderstorm catches you by surprise on a hike? Discover essential safety advice, common myths, and practical steps on how to stay safe from lightning when hiking in the mountains or forests.

Wondering what to pack in your backpack? Below you will find an overview of all of DNT's packing lists. You will find packing lists for summer and winter mountain hikes, summit trips, day trips in the forest or local area, and cabin stays in the lowlands.

Skal du på en dagstur i skogen eller kanskje en hytte til hytte-tur i fjellet, og lurer på hvilken sekk du bør pakke i? Her får du den ultimate sekk-guiden.

Kayaking and canoeing is a fantastic experience all year round, whether you're exploring the Norwegian archipelago or mirror-like lakes. But as a vulnerable road user on the water, safety is the most important thing. Here are the official paddling rules and ten important safety tips for those who ar...

What do you actually encounter at no-service cabins? What is a good idea to have in your backpack? Here is an overview of what you should bring and what is available at the cabin.

Every ski season, DNT arranges avalanche courses over large parts of the country. Sign up and learn to become confident on a ski tour.

With your fishing rod in your backpack, you go on a trip with high hopes of getting a good meal along the way. You dream away until you can clearly hear the sizzling sound of fresh fish curving in the frying pan. But then it was to get the fish to bite then! Here are our tips.

Repairing equipment on a hike can be challenging. With knowledge, simple equipment and experience, you can become a fixer who saves the situation.

Few people have spent as many nights in a hammock as sisters Hege and Stine Schultz Heireng. Here, they share their best tips for a comfortable and memorable night beneath the treetops.

The summer trekking season in the Norwegian high mountains generally runs from the end of June until mid-September. Lower-lying areas enjoy a longer season for hiking.

Where can the avalanche occur, and how far can they travel? If you are planning ski touring in the backcountry, you must be able to recognize avalanche terrain. This guide outlines the level of avalanche knowledge required for touring in simple, challenging, and complex terrain.

How demanding is a “moderate” hike? And what separates an “easy” route from an “extra demanding” one? This guide explains how the grading system works, and what you should consider before heading out.