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Norwegian People

Norwegian people love to hike

Getting to know the behaviour and quirks of Norwegian people is an important first step in relocation.

This won’t be a problem if you’re from another Nordic country. If you come from the USA or the Mediterranean, get ready for an adjustment!

The Norwegian personality

Like other Scandinavians, Norwegians tend to keep themselves to themselves. This often comes across as rude. But it’s actually a form of politeness.

New arrivals often find it difficult to make friends, which is a big reason why immigrants tend to stick together. Expat social groups are common. It can be difficult to break into Norwegian social groups, but it can be done. Join volunteer organisations or offer to organise social events at your workplace.

Notable Norwegians

There are more Norwegians on the world stage than you might realise! From world-famous pop stars to senior politicians, Norway has produced many well-known names. We profile some of them in this section. We also take a look at famous Norwegian people who aren’t so well-known outside Scandinavia.

Gro Harlem Brundtland speaking in Portugal in 2014. Photo: Luiz Munhoz.

Gro Harlem Brundtland: Three-Time Prime Minister of Norway

A tall Norwegian person

Are Norwegians Tall? The Height of People in Norway

Nordic man hiking

Stereotypes About Nordic Men

Therese Johaug Norwegian skier. Photo: Pierre Teyssot / Shutterstock.com.

Therese Johaug: Norwegian Cross-Country Skiing Superstar

Norwegian singer Morten Harket.

10 Fun Facts About A-ha’s Morten Harket

An image of Princess Märtha Louise of Norway

The Story of Princess Märtha Louise of Norway

Crown Prince of Norway, Haakon Magnus

Crown Prince Haakon: The Next King of Norway

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway at 18. Photo: Ida Bjørvik / Royal Court.

Princess Ingrid Alexandra: The Future Queen of Norway

King Harald of Norway addressing an audience

King Harald V of Norway: The Story of Norway’s Current Monarch

Jonas Gahr Støre and his new government at Slottsplassen.

Introducing Norway’s New Government

Mats Zuccarello in Minnesota Wild

Interview: Norway’s Mats Zuccarello on Life in Minnesota

Norway team captain and Arsenal player Martin Ødegaard

The Story of Norwegian Footballer Martin Ødegaard

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