After 3 weeks in my remote Norwegian cabin, I headed to the cities of Oslo and Bergen for 48 hours in their famous Christmas markets (Jul i Vinterland).

My day in Oslo began at the royal palace with a walk down Karl Johan's gate towards the Jul i Vinterland festivities, where I was greeted by an impressive Christmas tree in the main square opposite the Grand Hotel.

As wonderful as it was to admire the lights against the dimming afternoon sun, there was no getting away from the cold, with temperatures approaching -15 degrees celsius.

Determined to keep moving, I headed straight into the market in search of some mulled wine. In the main bar, I was greeted by a talking moose - and that was before I had anything to drink!

As I enjoyed my hot drink by the fire I was able to warm up and take in more of the spectacle alongside the market's many food stalls.

After a good night's sleep in Oslo's perfectly situated K-7 hostel, I hopped on a 30 minute Norwegian Airlines flight to Bergen for round two of the festivities.

Much to my relief, the temperature had thawed a little which made it easier to enjoy the market's many delights. I was struck by how pretty the town is, and the 'Julemarked' Christmas market certainly had its own charm.

Amongst the many artisanal foods and craft goods, I had opportunity to try some great beers in the heated hall which was a great way to round off my 48 hours in Oslo & Bergen's Christmas Markets.

📖 CHAPTERS
00:00 Walking down Karl Johans gate
01:12 Entering Oslo's Jul i Vinterland
01:55 Drinking Mulled Wine by the Fire
05:05 Trying an Elk Burger
06:52 Free fries at The Fries Brothers
09:10 (Frozen) Candy Apple
11:08 Time for a beer
12:54 Day 2 in Bergen
14:03 Arriving at Bergen Julemarked
15:07 Ordering Nutella Doughnuts
16:49 Trying the best Norwegian Salmon
17:23 Indoor market stalls
20:07 Thai pork skewers!
21:50 Trying a local Norwegian specialty
23:25 Die hard beer
26:47 Signing off


#norway #norway4k #norwaytravel #norwayvlog #julivinterland #christmasmarkets #oslo #bergen #julemarked

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