Norway’s Most Famous Cycling Race – Cancelled!
May 12, 2026
For nearly six decades, Styrkeprøven has been part of Norway’s cycling culture. It was never just a race. For many riders,
For nearly six decades, Styrkeprøven has been part of Norway’s cycling culture. It was never just a race. For many riders,
Apidura’s New Expedition Range Last year I stepped away from Restrap after three years working together. It was a good collaboration
For the first time in modern history, Trollstigen has opened in April. On April 27th, 2026, the gates were lifted nearly
The Inland Trail Route 4 is one of the most remote journeys in southern Norway, spending long stretches far from major
The Southern Divide This route is remarkable for how it links together a vast network of farm and forest roads into
Telemark Route 2 leaves Oslo heading west, slipping into the forests of Vestmarka and Finnemarka where the city fades quickly and
The Central Route Route 1 is the backbone of the National Gravel Routes network. It is the main north–south line, the
Norway’s incredible array of gravel roads was never built for recreation. They are the result of necessity, of living, working, and
For nearly six decades, Styrkeprøven has been part of Norway’s cycling culture. It was never just a race. For many riders,
Apidura’s New Expedition Range Last year I stepped away from Restrap after three years working together. It was a good collaboration
For the first time in modern history, Trollstigen has opened in April. On April 27th, 2026, the gates were lifted nearly
The Inland Trail Route 4 is one of the most remote journeys in southern Norway, spending long stretches far from major
For the first time in over 20 years, a direct train connection between Oslo and Denmark is returning from summer 2028.
Ten years ago, calling Oslo a cycling city would have raised eyebrows. The capital was a place where bikes were tolerated
Last Year’s Triumph The inaugural Oslo Cycling Week, held in late August and early September, revealed what can happen when a
When people think of Cycle Norway, they often picture the open road, quiet forests, and the thrill of discovering a country
Oslo Cycling Week wasn’t supposed to happen this year. After the first edition, the organisers ran out of resources and energy.
If I had to choose one region in Norway that offers the perfect blend of scenery, solitude, and soul, it would
I’ve lived in Oslo for years. Long enough to know that escaping the city by bike usually involves a frustrating mix
As I sit here writing, my work desk is surrounded by external hard drives—nine and counting. Each one is packed with
Cyclists are coming to Norway in growing numbers. Not for races, not for Instagram trophies, but for long journeys through landscape,
When I decided to speak publicly about my experience building Cycle Norway and navigating Innovation Norway’s funding system, I was fully
For years, I believed Innovation Norway existed to support innovation. Not pleasant ideas. Not preservation. Not stability for its own sake.
Norway is one of the few places in Europe where you can ride events that feel genuinely wild, yet still have
Guy and Judy are a highly experienced touring couple from New South Wales, Australia. What follows is not a beginner’s travel
I do a lot of consultation calls throughout the year, helping cyclists plan their trips across Norway. After a while the
If Lofoten is a polished fairytale, Senja is the old myth behind it — darker, deeper, and more powerful. The atmosphere
I would imagine most people outside of this small but weathy nation have never heard of the Tour of Norway. It
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