General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
| Currency | Norwegian krone |
| Main religion | Lutheranism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.1% |
| Gdp | $482.4 billion |
| Size | 385,252 sq km |
| Population | 5.42 million |
| Population density | 14.1/sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.56 |
| City population | 81.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | -12∘C |
| Summer | 18∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Norwegian |
| Population able to read | 100% |
| Population with a college degree | 48.5% |
| Population able to speak english | 86.5% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 15 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 3.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | SAS |
| Main airport | Oslo Airport, Gardermoen |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | no |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $NA |
| Cigarettes | $12.5 |
| Burger | $15 |
| Coffee | $4 |
| Beer | $8 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $1200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $120/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $NA/10km |
| Petrol | $NA/l |
| Rental car | $NA/day |
| Public transportation | $NA/daypass |
| Bike rental | $NA/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 38.2% |
| Vat | 25% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $60000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | No |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 185.42/MBits |
| Tld | .no |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 99% |
| Phone mobile data | $25 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type F, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sundays |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 10:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Zalando |
| Supermarket | Kiwi |
| Pharmacy | Apotek 1 |
| Drugstore | Vitusapotek |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 03:00 |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Cross-country skiing |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lutefisk | Dried whitefish soaked in lye and served with boiled potatoes and bacon | 15-25 |
| Rakfisk | Fermented trout served with flatbread and onions | 10-20 |
| Smalahove | Sheep’s head boiled and served with mashed potatoes and turnips | 15-25 |
| Pølser | Norwegian sausages served with mashed potatoes and gravy | 10-15 |
| Kjøttkaker | Meatballs served with mashed potatoes and gravy | 10-15 |
| Fårikål | Lamb stew served with cabbage | 15-25 |
| Brunost | Brown cheese spread on bread or crackers | 5-10 |
| Lefse | Thin flatbread made from potatoes and flour | 5-10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Aquavit | A Scandinavian spirit flavored with caraway and other spices | $4-8 |
| Beer | Norway has a long tradition of brewing beer, with many local breweries producing a variety of styles | $5-10 |
| Gløgg | A mulled wine served warm, typically during the Christmas season | $5-8 |
| Kaffe | Norwegians love their coffee, and there are many different ways to enjoy it | $3-5 |
| Karsk | A hot drink made with coffee and moonshine | $5-8 |
| Kvass | A fermented beverage made from rye bread | $3-5 |
| Lingonberry juice | A tart and refreshing juice made from lingonberries | $4-6 |
| Milk | Norway has a strong dairy industry, and milk is a popular drink | $2-4 |
| Tea | Tea is a popular drink in Norway, and there are many different varieties available | $3-5 |
| Water | Norway has some of the cleanest water in the world, and it is safe to drink from the tap | Free |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Viking jewelry | Replicas of traditional Viking jewelry, such as necklaces, bracelets, and rings | Varies |
| Norwegian sweaters | Warm and cozy sweaters made of wool, often with traditional Norwegian designs | $100-$200 |
| Troll figurines | Small, wooden figurines of trolls, mythical creatures from Norwegian folklore | $20-$50 |
| Sami crafts | Handmade items by the indigenous Sami people of Norway, such as reindeer antlers, knives, and jewelry | Varies |
| Norwegian cheese | A variety of cheeses made in Norway, such as brunost (brown cheese) and Jarlsberg | $10-$20 per pound |
| Norwegian chocolate | Delicious chocolate made in Norway, often with unique flavors such as lingonberry and cloudberry | $5-$10 per bar |
| Norwegian coffee | Dark-roasted coffee beans that make a strong and flavorful brew | $10-$20 per bag |
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News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Aftenposten |
| Online news | VG Nett |
| Tv | NRK1 |
| Radio | P4 |