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January 30, 2026
‘We had Norway’s glacial lakes to ourselves’: readers’ favourite breaks in Scandinavia and Finland
Saunas, island-hopping, mountain hikes, great design and cosy cafes abound in our readers’ treasured memories of the Nordic countries Tell us about a romantic break in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher
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- Hiking and wild camping in Norway's Jotunheimen national park.
- Family holiday on the Jutland coast near Aarhus, Denmark, with swimming and urban exploration.
- Exploring Stavanger, Norway, with visits to Gamle Stavanger, Boresanden for surfing and saunas, and Preikestolen for fjord views.
- Finnish Lakeland experience in Lahti, featuring frozen lakes, cafes, and saunas.
- Horse riding in Norway's Rondane national park.
- Visiting Bornholm island in Denmark for its beaches, history, and local food.
- Exploring Nora, a Swedish 'wooden town', known for its timber buildings and lakeside beauty.
- Discovering Arne Jacobsen's architectural designs near Copenhagen.
- A pilgrimage to Alvar Aalto’s Paimio sanatorium in Finland, focusing on its design and connection to nature.
- Island-hopping in the Oslofjord, Norway, visiting various islands with unique features like beaches and historical ruins.
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