Traditions & Culture
Norway is arguably one of the most beautiful countries on earth. It’s famous for its natural attractions like Fjords, mountains and midnight sun, but it’s also well known for a vibrant cultural life. Norwegian cities are cosmopolitan and full of stunning Scandinavian architecture. However, throughout their history, the people of this country have always identified with rural culture, which can be seen in its traditional costumes and folk music that are still celebrated today. More modern expressions of Norwegian culture include Jante Law and Constitution Day
Food
Pinnekjøtt is often served with puréed swede (rutabaga) and potatoes, beer and akevitt. Smalahove is a traditional dish, usually eaten around and before Christmas time, made from a sheep’s head. … Sodd is a traditional Norwegian soup-like meal with mutton and meatballs.
Safety
Norway is a Safe Country to Visit. Norway is known to be one of the safest countries in the world. Crime rates are extremely low even in major cities such as Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, and Stavanger. … Even walking alone during the night is relatively safe and the chances are small that you’ll become the victim of a crime.
Welfare
Norway is often referred to as a welfare state. The fact that Norway is a welfare state means that people who live here have certain rights – for example to education, health services and to be paid benefits if they are unemployed or ill.
Health
Healthcare in Norway. In Norway, all hospitals are funded by the public as part of the national budget. However, while medical treatment is free of charge for any person younger than the age of sixteen, residents who have reached adulthood must pay a deductible each year before becoming eligible for an exemption card.
Your right to health services in Norway depends of your status as resident of Norway. If the duration of your stay in Norway is more than one year you automatically become insured under the National Insurance Scheme when you register as a student at a Norwegian institution of higher education and get a student residence permit in Norway.
Transport
Norway has a well-established public transport system and a large network of buses, ferries, trains and planes. There are many different transport companies in Norway, some of which specialize in local services, while others run long-distance services.
Within a county, you can travel by train, bus, underground train, tram or ferry – depending on local services. www.177.no is a web portal with travel information for all of Norway. Here you will find information about departure and arrival times for buses, ferries and other means of transport. You can also call tel.: 177.
At www.ruter.no, you will find information about trains / the underground / buses / trams in the counties of Akershus, Buskerud, Hedmark, Oppland, Oslo, Vestfold, Telemark and Østfold. The information is available in Norwegian, English and German.