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Road Genius scans major rental brands to help you compare prices, vehicle sizes and insurance for campervans in Norway. Bergen Airport (BGO) is a common entry point for trips exploring the fjords of western Norway. Keep in mind that distances look short on a map but ferries, tunnels and weather can slow travel.

Campervan Pickup Locations

Map of campervan rental depots near 642984

Best Time for a Campervan Trip in Bergen

Season Avg High °C │ °F Good time?
Dec – Feb (Winter) 4 °C │ 39 °F Limited – short daylight, rain or snow
Mar – May (Spring) 10 °C │ 50 °F Mixed – rising temps, some rain
Jun – Aug (Summer) 18 °C │ 64 °F Yes – long days, most services open
Sep – Nov (Autumn) 10 °C │ 50 °F Mixed – colorful but wet

Driving in the Area

  • Headlights must stay on 24 hours a day in Norway.
  • Standard rural speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph) unless signs show otherwise.
  • Several toll tunnels ring Bergen; visitors pay through the AutoPASS Visitor's Payment system or receive an invoice by mail.
  • Expect narrow fjord roads with frequent pull-off areas. Use them to let faster traffic pass.
  • Winter tires with at least 3 mm tread are required in western Norway from 1 Nov to the Monday after Easter; studded tires are allowed and useful.
  • Ferries on E39 and RV13 act like floating bridges. Pay by license plate or buy a Ferry Card for a discount.
  • Maximum permitted blood-alcohol level is 0.02 %. Penalties are severe.
  • The longest tunnel near Bergen, E16 Arnanipa, is about 7 km (4.3 mi).

Campsites and Overnight Options

Place Hook-ups Pros Cons
Bergen Camping Park, Lone Full City bus to center, grocery nearby Small pitches, book 3-6 months ahead in summer
Lone Camping, Haukeland Lake Water+Electric Lakeside swimming, family friendly 30 min drive to Bryggen, some midges
Montana Motell & Camping Water+Electric Hill view, kitchen and laundry Steep access, rigs over 8 m (26 ft) struggle
RV Park Bergen Port None Walk to Bryggen, pay by app No services, 24 h max stay, road noise
Free camping (Allemannsretten) None Free, scenic forests above city Must stay 150 m from buildings, soft ground, carry out all waste

Resupplying Options

  • Circle K and Shell stations on E39/E16 offer diesel, LPG and water taps; some have waste-water dumps.
  • Coop Extra, Kiwi and Rema 1000 supermarkets around Nesttun and Åsane stock fresh food and camping gas canisters.
  • Free public dump point at Bergen RV Service, Mjåtveit (open April–October).

Practical Tips

  • Bergen averages 250 rain days a year. Pack waterproof gear and park on hard ground to avoid getting stuck.
  • Sudden fog forms around fjords. Slow down and use fog lights if available.
  • Many city streets ban overnight parking for motorhomes from 23:00 to 06:00. Watch for signs marked "Forbudt å overnatte".
  • Emergency numbers: 112 police, 113 ambulance, 110 fire.
  • Tap water is safe to drink; refill tanks at campsites or taps marked "Drikkevann".
  • Mobile coverage is strong, but mountain valleys can drop to 3G. Download offline maps before leaving the city.