Norway is a Scandinavian country that attracts tourists with its character. The fjords and northern lights are extraordinary things, and many people travel to Norway to see these phenomena with their own eyes. Norway is also the country of the Vikings, so history lovers will definitely choose this place for their vacation.
Toll roads and highways in Norway
Some roads, tunnels and bridges in Norway require a toll. However, you will not have to buy a vignette in advance or stand in lines at the exit. In Norway, there is an Autopass system that takes pictures of a car when crossing a toll road. In Norway, tolls are charged for both public and private roads leading to mountain huts. There is also a fee for entering large cities, but it is small. Below is a map with toll collection points, followed by a link to check all toll collection points in Norway.
Road tolls in Norway
Before entering Norway, you must register your car in the Epass system. There you can also view toll roads and tolls. This is a convenient solution, without the need to stand in line at the turnstiles. If you are not registered in the system, a payment invoice is sent to the driver’s address within 6 months.
Tolls on private roads can only be paid in cash. So it is worth having it with you. The price ranges from 50 to 150 crowns. Fees must be paid, among others: at the entrance to the Nygardsbreen glacier, Haldhoppigen mountain hut, Dalsnibba mountain, Folgefonna ski resort.
Entrance fees to major cities such as Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger and Kristiansand are collected in the AutoPass system. For example, the entrance to Oslo costs 34 kroner. This is intended to encourage people to use major public transport.
Vignettes in Norway
In Norway, there are no vignettes , and toll roads are regulated using the AutoPass system.
Are there vignettes in the countries on the way to Norway?
From Poland, Norway can be reached via Sweden or Denmark, using a ferry from Świnoujście, Gdańsk or Gdynia. In Sweden and Denmark there is no obligation to buy vignettes. The second route is through Germany. In Germany, there is also no obligation to buy vignettes.
Auto equipment in Norway
When going on a trip to Norway, it is worth clarifying in advance what the mandatory equipment of the car is, so as not to receive a fine. In Norway you must have at least one reflective vest and a warning triangle.
Recommended but optional items:
- first aid kit,
- extinguisher,
- a set of spare light bulbs,
- spare wheel,
- towing rope
It is worth remembering that winter tires with a minimum tread depth of 3 mm are mandatory in winter. Spikes are allowed in Norway from November 1 to the first Sunday after Easter. In some areas of northern Norway, this time has been extended from October 15 to May 1. However, in the center of Trondheim and Oslo there is an additional charge for driving on studded tires.
Norway – the most important traffic rules and speed limits
The road infrastructure in Norway is in very good condition, but due to the topography of the area, the roads are winding and narrow. Therefore, you need to be very careful on the road. Penalties for non-compliance with the rules in force in Norway are very severe, so it is worth following the established rules. Let’s check what the speed limits are:
- in populated areas, the speed is limited to 50 km/h, in residential areas – to 30 km/h,
- outside populated areas for all types of vehicles (except passenger cars with trailers without brakes) speed limit up to 80 km/h.
- on expressways for passenger cars, the speed limit is 90 km/h,
- on highways, the speed limit for passenger cars is 100 km/h.
In Norway, you must also remember to wear seat belts for all passengers, both in the front and back seats. The dipped beam, as in Poland, must be turned on 24 hours a day, all year round.
Drivers who like to talk on the phone while traveling should have a headset. In Norway, you can even pay a fine for touching your phone when it is placed on a special holder.
Important phone numbers when traveling in Norway
When traveling in Norway, you should prepare a list of emergency numbers in advance. Thanks to such preparation, you will be able to call for help faster and you will not have to look for the necessary service numbers in stressful situations.
- 112 – police, ambulance, fire department
- 810 00 505 – roadside assistance (call cost according to local tariff)
- 02 222 – roadside assistance (call free of charge)