Nature of Norway - national parks and reserves for active recreation

Norway is a world of pristine Rocky Mountains, coniferous forests and transparent ponds. The cold northern climate does not treat the residents well: the temperature in winter drops to -40°C while in summer the air does not warm above 20°C. The mild climate in the central part of the country allows you to make leisure walks along narrow mountain roads. The northern extremity located beyond the Arctic Circle, pleases fans of active leisure with its pure snow and bright sunshine during the polar days. Everyone can go on a safari in the snow. There is also climbing and even parachute jumping into the endless smoothness of the snow. The administration of natural sites monitors safety; therefore all equipment is often included in the cost of the instructor’s services.

Norwegians monitor their natural environment very carefully. In 1962, the first reserve “Rondane”, whose area is now 960 square kilometers, was opened here. Mountain ridges which bring to mind strolling dinosaurs, hills covered with lichen, and flocks of deer, are available to the guests of “Rondane”. Within the territory of the reserve you will come across residential huts for less demanding tourists. The administration of the park invites tourists from all over the world to take a hike through the impressive territory of the reserve. The constant desire of this northern people to protect and maintain their natural environment has led to the creation of many reserves, forest parks and the promotion of walking tours for the constant observation and appreciation of beauty.

Norway’s largest national park is Hardangervidda, which occupies 3,400 square kilometers on the borders between the cities of Hordaland, Buskerud and Telemark. The territory is equipped with small forest trails, a railway and a motorway. For fans of popular science films and lectures, a natural center is open on the territory. The building has a section dedicated to drama and film shows including also interactive zones for a “full immersion” in the world of northern nature. The guests of the complex will see how the glaciers melted more than 20 million years ago and can observe the “everyday life” of the reindeer family. Enjoying nature has never been more comfortable for tourists before. On the territory of the national park, you will find many kinds of polar birds and wild animals strolling unhurriedly through the fruit gardens and past the mountain waterfalls with its crystal clear spring water. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

“National Reisa Park” located on the border with Finland, was created to protect unique mountain ranges. However, the active policy of the Government of Norway to protect endangered animals has turned this place into a reserve of wild animals. At the moment, the Park boasts of about 500 species of endangered plants. In addition, the Park has in it, a 270 meters high waterfall consisting of three cascades of different sizes.

Another part of the natural wealth actively protected by the State and cherished by tourists are glaciers. The largest of them, the “Folgefonna” with an area of ​​more than 270 square kilometers, is now the center of the Folgefonna National Park. Ice formation is located at an altitude of 1600 meters above sea level. Therefore, an 11 kilometer long tunnel was cut through it for the convenience of guests. In the National Park, you can “touch eternity” by feeling with your hands, one of the ancient glaciers.

A protected area however, it is open to fans of extreme mountaineering under the guidance of experienced instructors. Fans of a relaxing holiday can visit an artificial stone park on the territory of the attraction. The state policy of Norway aimed at protecting natural resources, allows tourists from all over the world to enjoy the beauty of nature and the charms of active recreation in the protected area.