


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.
| Period | Avg high °C | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Dec–Feb | 0 °C | Only for winter sports; expect snow and icy roads |
| Mar–May | 10 °C | Fair; roads clear by late April, campgrounds open after Easter |
| Jun–Aug | 21 °C | Best; long daylight, all sites open |
| Sep–Nov | 10 °C | Mixed; autumn colours but shorter days and early snow at higher elevations |
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 tyres 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 tyres. 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.
| Place | Utilities | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogstad Camping (11 km NW of centre) | 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 centre | 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 |
Public waste disposal point at Bærum treatment plant (RV168) handles grey 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.
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.