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Journey into the midnight sun: my solo road trip to the top of Norway
I found cinematic landscapes, wild freedom and thousands of miles of perfect solitude on my campervan adventure through the Nordic countries
TL;DR
- An eight-week solo campervan adventure through Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Norway.
- The journey's goal was to reach Nordkapp and Knivskjellodden, Europe's northernmost points, for midsummer.
- The author utilized Allemansretten (everybody's right) for off-grid camping.
- Experiences included seeing reindeer, camping beside Lake Inari, and visiting Santa Claus's Main Post Office.
- The trip covered approximately 2,500 miles from home.
- The return journey explored diverse Norwegian landscapes, including the Lofoten Islands and Atlanterhavsvegen.
- A notable wild camp occurred at the summit of Sognefjellet mountain pass.