5 highlights in May

In May the wildlife is waking up from hibernation, there is a freshness in the air, the days are brighter, and we are ready for an arctic awakening with Ski & Sail in the world famous Lyngen Alps! Apart from kick ass skiing in stunning nature, there’s many other reasons to visit Norway in May;

1 – Norway’s Independence Day

On May 17th 1814, the Norwegian constitution was signed, we got our own Norwegian king and detached ourselves from Denmark. The day is celebrated all over the country with parades, traditional costumes, concerts, ice cream – lots of ice cream, and games. A memorable day for any visitor and local alike!

2 – Midnight sun

Above the Arctic Circle the days get remarkably longer and brighter from April. From around May 20th the sun is visible around the clock in Tromsø!

3 – Waterfalls!

May is the prime season for waterfalls as the snow is melting many places. Did you know that 10 of the 30 largest waterfalls in the world are located in Norway?

4 – Utepils

Translated “outside beer”. When you see lots of Norwegians sitting outside a bar with a beer in April/May, it’s a true sign that hibernation is over and summer is on its way! The first utepils of the year holds a very special feeling to the Norwegian people, and you should join them! 

4 – Utepils

Translated “outside beer”. When you see lots of Norwegians sitting outside a bar with a beer in April/May, it’s a true sign that hibernation is over and summer is on its way! The first utepils of the year holds a very special feeling to the Norwegian people, and you should join them! 

5 – The Sweet Spot Before Summer

May gives you the rare mix of quiet fjords, fresh snow in the mountains, and long bright evenings — a short but powerful window where you can sail, hike, and explore Norway before the summer rush begins.