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Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many local and international suppliers so you can choose the right vehicle for your Norway road trip. Oslo is the main entry point, with Gardermoen Airport 50 km north of the city and ferries arriving at Oslo, Larvik and Kristiansand. The E6 (north–south) and E18 (west–east) are the two main highways that start from the capital and lead to fjord country, the Arctic and Sweden. Remember that Norway's "allemannsretten" right-to-roam law applies mainly to tents. Motorized camping must follow roadside parking rules or use private campsites.
Campervan Depots
Best Months for a Camping Trip
| Period | Avg high °C / °F | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Dec–Feb | 0 °C / 32 °F | Only for winter sports; expect snow and icy roads |
| Mar–May | 10 °C / 50 °F | Fair; roads clear by late April, campgrounds open after Easter |
| Jun–Aug | 21 °C / 70 °F | Best; long daylight, all sites open |
| Sep–Nov | 10 °C / 50 °F | Mixed; autumn colors but shorter days and early snow at higher elevations |
Driving in the Area
- City and ring-road speed limits are 30–50 km/h (19–31 mph). Main highways allow 80–110 km/h (50–68 mph).
- Norway uses AutoPASS automatic toll system. Rental companies add the toll charges to your bill.
- Winter tires with at least 3 mm tread depth are required from 1 November to first Monday after Easter. Carry snow chains if you plan to drive on mountain routes.
- Oslo charges a daily fee for vehicles with studded tires. Pay at parking machines or through the EasyPark mobile app.
- Campervans longer than 8 m (26 ft) may have difficulty with tight turns on city streets and smaller ferry ramps. Plan your routes and book longer ferries in advance.
- LPG (propane) uses the Euro-coupling connection. Adapters are available at larger fuel stations.
Camping and Overnight Stops
| Place | Utilities | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogstad Camping (11 km NW of center) | Full | Open all year, bus to downtown, waste disposal | Fills up in July; book 3–6 months ahead |
| Ekeberg Camping (high above city) | Water+Electric | View of Oslofjord, tram to center | Steep access road, seasonal (May–Sep) |
| Sandvika Motorhome Parking (marina west of city) | Water+Electric | 24-hour automated check-in, restaurants nearby | No showers, maximum stay 48 hours |
| Wild camping on forest roads outside city limits | None | Free, quiet nature, legal if 150 m from houses | No services, soft ground after rain |
| Highway rest areas (E6 / E18) | None | Good for overnight stops, toilets at most sites | Signs often ban stays over 8 hours; traffic noise |
Resupplying Options
- Circle K and YX fuel stations on E6/E18 provide 24-hour fuel, LPG and water taps (look for "Vannfylling").
- Public waste disposal point at Bærum treatment plant (RV168) handles gray and black water for free from May to October.
- Supermarkets Rema 1000 and Kiwi stay open until 22:00. Alcohol above 4.7 % can only be purchased at Vinmonopolet stores.
Practical Tips
- Call 112 (police), 110 (fire), 113 (ambulance) for emergencies.
- Avoid overnight parking on city streets. Inside Ring 2 there is a parking ban from 00:00–06:00, and fines are expensive.
- Days are very long in midsummer, so bring window shades. In December daylight is only about 6 hours.
- Mosquitoes can be very dense near lakes from June to August. Keep window screens closed.
- Many small ferries and tunnels do not allow LPG tanks that are not factory-mounted. Check warning signs before entry.
- Keep a credit card or contactless payment ready for self-service fuel pumps, especially after 22:00.
