The Ultimate SPRING Road Trip in Norway (4-10Days)

If you ask me, spring might be the best time to road trip Norway.
The summer crowds haven’t arrived yet, which means you often get the most iconic places almost to yourself. At the same time, the snow is melting in the mountains, turning every waterfall into a powerful, roaring experience.

This route takes you through some of the most scenic landscapes in Norway: fjords, mountains, waterfalls, and unique stays along the way.

🛣️ Before You Go

• Best time: April – early June

• Transport: Rent a car or use your own

• Driving time total: ~18–20 hours across 5 days

• Road conditions: Generally good, but expect changing weather

🚗 Car Rental Tip (with Discount)

If you’re planning to do this road trip, I highly recommend renting a car.

Personally, I use AVIS – and this is actually a brand I’ve used for years before I ever started working with them. That’s also the reason I chose to team up with them.

They’ve been reliable, easy to deal with, and perfect for longer road trips like this.

👉 I’ve arranged a discount for you:
Use code: V337008

This gives you up to 15% off your rental.

👉 To activate the discount, you need to book through this page:
https://www.avis.no/leiebil-tilbud/explorewithjohan

(Avis’ standard terms and conditions apply to the rental.)

🌦️ Weather & What to Pack (April – Early June)

Spring in Norway is beautiful, but unpredictable. You can experience everything from sunshine and 15-24°C to rain, wind, and even snow in the mountains. sometimes all in the same day. Coastal areas like Bergen tend to be milder but wetter, while higher elevations (like Hardangervidda) can still feel like winter.

👉 What to pack:

• A waterproof jacket

• Layered clothing (t-shirt, sweater/fleece, light down jacket)

• Comfortable walking or hiking shoes (preferably waterproof)

• A hat and gloves for colder mornings or mountain areas

• Sunglasses for bright spring days

• Hiking pants for hikes (this is not necessary if you don't plan to do longer hikes)

• Hiking shoes for longer mountain hikes (this is not necessary if you don't plan to do longer hikes)

• A small daypack for hikes and changing conditions

The key is layering. If you dress smart, you’ll be comfortable no matter what the weather throws at you, and trust me, it’s worth it.

📍 Day 1 – Oslo → Flåm

This is a pretty long drive but luckily for us, there are some beautiful stops along the way.

(Rjukandefossen^)

(Stegasteinr^)

Stops along the way:

• Rjukande Fossen – a powerful roadside waterfall

• Borgund Stave Church – one of the best-preserved stave churches in Norway

• Stegastein Viewpoint – a panoramic platform over the fjord

In Flåm:

• Ride the famous Flåm Railway

• Hike to Brekkefossen (great view over Flåm)

• Try a RIB safari on the fjord

• Eat at Ægir BrewPub (Viking-inspired restaurant)

👉 Visiting mid-May? Don’t miss the Flåm Zipline – the longest in Scandinavia.

Where to stay:

• Fretheim Hotel (classic and comfortable)

• Flåm Retreat (more private and unique)

• Flåm Tiny Houses (small, but very special)

🏔️ Day 2 – Flåm → Bergen

Before heading to Bergen, start your day with something unforgettable:

Optional hike:

• Bakkanosi (6 hours round trip)
  Arguably one of the most beautiful hikes in Norway.

Stops on the way:

• Skjervsfossen – 30-second walk to a powerful waterfall

• The famous scenic restroom above Skjervsfossen (yes, seriously)

• Bordalsgjelet (Voss) – short 5-minute walk into a dramatic gorge

Arrive in Bergen in the evening.

• Bjerke (Voss) - Beautiful river bathing spot

🌆 Day 3 – Bergen

Take a full day (or two) to explore Norway’s most charming city.

Things to do:

• Visit the Aquarium

• Take the funicular to Fløyen

• Explore Bryggen (remember to go between the old wooden buildings!)

• Hike Løvstakken

Food spots:

• Hoggorm Pizza

• 3 Kroneren (legendary hot dogs)

• MM Atmosphere: (perfect for sunny days)

Unique stays:

(there are a lot of nice hotels in the city but if you are looking for something unique, I would go with these ones. These stays are an experience in of them self)

• Hideaway Herdla

• Birdbox Sotra

• Sotra Sea Dome

• Furiholmen

🌊 Day 4 – Bergen → Odda

One of the most underrated and beautiful drives in Norway.

Must-see stops:

• Steinsdalsfossen – walk behind the waterfall

• Furebergfossen – one of the most powerful waterfalls in the region

(steinsdalfossen^)

In Odda & surroundings:

Hikes:

• Bondhusvatnet (easy and stunning)

• Trolltunga (full-day hike)

• Buerbreen Glacier

• Nyastølsfossen & Søtefossen

(Trolltunga^)

Activities:

• RIB tours on the fjord

• Trolltunga Zipline

• Bike tours with Trolltunga Active

(trolltunga active)

Unique places to stay:

• Hotel Sundal

• Woodsnest

• Hotel Ullensvang

• Åkrafjorden Glamping (with spa)

(Hotel Sundal^)

🏔️ Day 5 – Odda → Oslo

A long but beautiful drive back to Oslo.

Stops along the way:

• Vøringsfossen – one of Norway’s most famous waterfalls

• Halne Fjellstugu – perfect lunch stop

• Halnekollen – short hike with panoramic views

(Halnekollen^)

🧠 Things I Wish I Knew Before This Trip

• You don’t need to rush – more stops = better experience

• Spring weather changes fast → pack for everything

• Some attractions open mid-May – check ahead

🧭 Why This Is the Ultimate Spring Road Trip

• You avoid the summer crowds

• Waterfalls are at their absolute peak

• Roads are open, but nature still feels wild

• You get iconic places almost to yourself

This is Norway at its most raw and beautiful.

👉 If you want all these spots (plus hidden gems, photo locations, and exact pins),
check out my full map on Rexby here:
https://www.rexby.com/explorewithjohan/norway/things-to-do