Je vais allez en Norvège au mois de janvier 2021 en voiture seul, j'habite dans le sud de Paris et vais donc passer par l'Allemagne, le Danemark, la Suède et ensuite la Norvège, je vais loger dans des Hytter à l'intérieur des camping.
Mon interrogation dans un premier temps porte sur l'état des routes Norvégiennes, je prévois d'équiper ma voiture avec des pneus neige mais je me demande si cela est suffisant, je prévois également de prendre des chaînes, merci pour vos conseils, ah oui je souhaite monter jusqu'aux îles Lofoten.
Merci pour votre réponse, effectivement ces pneus sont interdit en Allemagne, de plus je ne vois pas comment je pourrai faire en partant de France jusqu'en Norvège en pneu cloutés 😊
Je ne connais pas les différences d'adhérences entre le clous et les pneus neige, je vais essayer de me renseigner, avez vous séjourné au mois de janvier en Norvège ?
On avait des pneus cloutés en février en Norvège mais j’ai roulé plusieurs années au Québec en hiver avec plus de neige avec de ‘simples’ pneus neige.
Des pneus adaptés sont nécessaires mais les routes sont dégagées. Attention à la température maximale pour les pneus neige dont la gomme peut s’abîmer je crois si il fait trop chaud (mais en janvier à Paris ça doit aller)
J'ai écrit un petit guide d'observation des aurores boréales, basé sur mes propres expériences: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9872650;#9872650
Merci pour votre réponse, cela rassure beaucoup 😊 sur l’état des routes dégagées, d’autres part j’ai réalisé mon parcours en empruntant au maximum les E qui doivent à mon avis correspondre à des nationales chez nous ou autoroutes, merci à vous
Gérard
avez vous séjourné au mois de janvier en Norvège ?
Non, mais 2 fois en Finlande en février, au total 3 semaines (nous avions un véhicule de location, donc équipé de pneus clous) et une semaine en février en Norvège, reçus par des amis, qui avaient un véhicule équipé de pneus clous.
La différence est l'adhérence sur la glace. Ni les pneus neige ni les chaînes n'aident dans ce contexte. On est bien d'accord que vous ne pouvez pas partir de Paris avec des pneus clous, mais la formule location serait peut-être intéressante ( mentionnée dans le document visit norway)
Les routes principales sont rapidement dégagées de la neige mais comme déjà dit il peut rester de la glace et pour la glace en effet il faut des pneus cloutés pour une bonne adhérence. Il me semble qu'en Norvège les chaines ne sont pas conseillées (voire interdites).
Par ailleurs la météo est capricieuse, il faut être très attentif pour ne pas se retrouver dans une tempête de neige et/ou de vent. En Norvège certaines routes peuvent être fermées en cas de mauvaise météo ou imposer des circulations en convoi, donc surtout ne pas prévoir un itinéraire trop figé, il faut beaucoup de souplesse pour s'adapter à la météo. Si vous n'avez pas d'expérience de la conduite hivernal en milieu arctique un si long road trip en hiver n'est pas une bonne idée.
Notez aussi la courte durée du jour en janvier, en particulier une fois passé le cercle polaire. Ça limite beaucoup votre distance possible dans la journée. Rouler de nuit n'est pas très conseillé.
Renseignez-vous sur les hytter, je pense que de nombreux campings sont fermés en cette période.
Pour avoir conduit plusieurs fois en Norvège l'hiver, notamment dans le nord (Tromso et Lofoten), je recommande aussi des pneus cloutés (et donc une location dans votre cas).
Il faut savoir que sur une seule et même journée, vous pouvez rouler sur une route nickel, ou parfois enneigée ou parfois gelée.
Les routes sont rapidement déneigées mais les températures font que le surface de la route n'est pas toujours "la même". C'est surement la raison pour laquelle les véhicules de location sont systématiquement équipés de pneus cloutés.
Aurélien
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Bonjour et merci pour votre message,
Avez vous des adresses ou sociétés de locations à me conseiller pour la location de pneus cloutés ?
Merci à vous
Gérard
Pour avoir roulé cet hiver dans la région de Tromsoe jusqu'en Laponie finlandaise où les conditions sont plus difficiles, je peux vous assurer que les routes sont bien dégagées sauf avis de tempêtes signalées dans tous les cas sur Yr.no ou l'équivalent de l'équipement norvégien :
J'ai été étonné de la qualité de l'entretien des routes hivernales où même le dimanche matin toutes les heures le chasse neige passe sur des routes secondaires...la Norvège ne lésine pas sur les moyens, la sécurité et surtout assure la bonne continuité de la circulation et de son économie...
Pour ma location, nous avons eu deux véhicules équipées, l'un 4x4 en pneus clous , l'autre une Tesla AWD en pneu neige, et bien c'est avec le 4x4 que nous nous sommes pris dans un bourrelet de neige... mais une fois de plus les norvégiens ont fait montre d'une belle solidarité et nous ont sorti avec un bon gros tracteur...là aussi attendez vous en cas de soucis, à voir ces "gens du nord" se montrer parfaitement "aidants" et sympathiques...là où nous poussions à plusieurs le 4x4 un viking costaud à lui seul a relancé le 4x4 nous pas en poussant le véhicule mais en le soulevant afin de le décoincer du tas de neige sous lequel il était pris...pas de miracle faut être un habitant de ces contrées enneigées pour connaitre bien des astuces..
Un grand merci pour vos informations qui me rassure beaucoup sur l'utilisation des pneus neige sur les route de Norvège en hiver, merci également pour les liens concernant l'état des routes.
J'adore cette solidarité des "gens du nord" que j'avais déjà rencontré lors d'un voyage en été en Norvège.
pour que ce soit clair:
- les pneus neiges sont obligatoires
- les pneus neiges sont soit des pneus cloutés soit des pneus à gomme molle adaptée (restent plus mous par froid que les gommes habituelles, et rainurages à effet ventouse et éjection de neige)
bref, des pneus hiver de qualité "nordique", suffisent.
En Allemagne la réglementation oblige les pneus d'hiver si les conditions le requièrent, à savoir pratiquement par températures négatives, ils n'ont quasiment pas de neige mais des verglas fréquent. Comme les clous sont onterdits, cela implique donc pneus mous. Avoir des pneus mous sert donc dès l'Allemagne.
On peut rouler en pneus mous toute l'année mais ils s'usent plus vite et freinent moins bien (distance largement augmentée) sur route mouillée.
En Norvège, dans les villes (Trondhjem, Bergen, Oslo) les écolos ont fait imposer une taxe quotidienne/hebdomadaire/mensuelle/saisonnière aux pneus clous, Si on traverse ces villes, en cas de contrôle 1000kr. l'amende si pas le forfait pneus clous réglé.
les châines ça ne sert à rien pour l'essentiel. Si la route est fort enneigée, la voiture n'avance plus dès que la neige touche le bas de caisse, chaînes ou pas.
certains passages de cols ou de routes de montagne se vont en convoi chasse-neige. C'est le cas d'une paire de segments en Nordland, Troms et Finnmark par blizzards, et d'une paire de cols dans le sud, entre les vallées joignant les régions Est et Ouest (Oslo/Bergen).
Pneus mous ou clous, il est important de savoir anticiper les entrées et sorties de virages en glissade et de savoir contre-braquer pour rétablir une mauvaise glissade, sauf à rouler comme un escargot et e**erder tous ceux qui sont derrière.
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I’m also guessing that paying to access Wengen or Mürren only makes sense if we’re staying there for a few days, right?
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I’ll be in Barcelona at the end of October.
I can choose to be there over the weekend or during the week. Probably 4 nights.
Is there a big difference in terms of crowds in the city and in the museums?
Little or no difference would simplify my itinerary on the way.
Hi there,
I’ll be in Rome from April 1st to 13th, 2026—it’s coming up fast!
I’ve been searching online for tickets to visit the Borghese Gallery, but either there’s no availability or the tickets offered are ridiculously expensive.
Could someone guide me to a website where I can book 2 skip-the-line tickets (I’ve heard you have to reserve in advance online)?
Hi everyone,
I rented a car through Klaus Wagen, picking it up in downtown Porto and returning it in downtown Lisbon.
After paying, I read some pretty negative reviews about them.
So, can anyone reassure me with positive experiences they’ve had with them?
Thanks in advance!
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I’m planning a trip with my 19-year-old grandson to Milan for Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in 2025.
I’d love your insights on what we can visit in Milan that would interest both my grandson and me (I’m 75). Of course, I’m thinking of the must-sees, but not just those—cozy little restaurants, trendy neighborhoods, and anything else you’d recommend. I’m also looking for a comfortable hotel in the city center that isn’t too expensive!
I’m sure the VoyageForum community will help me uncover some hidden gems! Looking forward to your replies.
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I’m heading to Setúbal at the end of June with my granddaughter, and I can’t seem to find clear info on the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to Setúbal. It looks like there’s a train or bus, but I can’t find the exact names of the bus (or train) companies or the precise departure points. Thanks if anyone can help me out! 😉 Just to clarify, I’m on a tight budget and have already ruled out taxis or similar options.
Hello,
We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car.
Day 1: Bari
Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli
Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi
Day 4: Lecce
Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca
Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area
Day 9 & 10: Matera
We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.
Hi there,
I visited the Faroe Islands in late March 2026 for about ten days. I was invited by a friend who lives near Tórshavn, so I don’t have any info on tourist accommodations or car rentals. Still, I’d like to share a few thoughts about my trip:
- Before leaving, I consulted travel guides and blogs. I was surprised by how repetitive and unoriginal the featured sites were. This leads hurried travelers to follow the same overcrowded routes, which can annoy locals. I found that all Faroese villages were interesting—they reflect the country’s identity, even without the iconic grass-roofed houses. Those are indeed harmonious and beautiful, but they feel like an exotic cliché. For activities, I loved the lively ports that keep the country running.
- I was annoyed by the paid trails in tourist spots. Locals explained that these paths cross private land, and owners are responsible for maintenance and safety. There are plenty of free trails, too—signs at the start detail their features. While not alarmist, the extreme and unpredictable weather is a key factor to consider before setting out.
- The wind’s strength really impressed me. The architecture, with doors and windows opening outward to prevent gusts from blowing roofs off, speaks to the harsh climate. Some days, relentless rain and squalls made going outside unappealing. I realized that in this country, it’s best to plan for flexible indoor days.
- Distances are relatively short. I was happy to be based near Tórshavn because it was easy to explore one or more places in a day. The roads are in great condition. In late March, diesel was 2 €. Tunnel tolls can add up (~26 € per crossing), making a fixed base less practical than I’d thought.
- Everyone agrees: the landscapes are breathtaking. Nature feels untamed here—except for the short grass, thanks to all the woolly sheep.
- The flight from Paris to the Faroe Islands (and back) was long in March—11 hours with three legs: Paris-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Copenhagen, Copenhagen-Vágar. In bad weather, Vágar Airport can close, causing delays. During tourist season, Atlantic Airways offers a direct Paris-Faroe Islands flight, which is more comfortable and cheaper.
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Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for October to visit Naples (6 nights) and the Amalfi Coast (5 nights). We’ve already got the historic center and the Lapis Museum in Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Procida, Sorrento, and Ravello on our list. Any suggestions, addresses, or tips?
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Hello,
We’re heading to Rome from 21/09, arriving in the early afternoon, and returning on 28/09, leaving in the morning. We’ve already booked our flight tickets and our accommodation in the city center: Via Ezio.
I’d love to get your feedback on our itinerary and if there are any visits we should book right now:
Monday 21 afternoon:
Largo di Torre Argentina: a sacred spot for cats.
Tuesday 22:
The Vatican: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in the morning. Afternoon: St. Peter’s Basilica, the dome, and if possible, the necropolis.
Wednesday 23:
Morning: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon: Trastevere neighborhood and the Monumento a Garibaldi.
Thursday 24:
Piazza Navona, Church of St. Louis of the French, the Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Trevi Fountain.
Friday 25:
Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Quirinale, Piazza della Repubblica, and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Saturday 26:
Aventine and Testaccio neighborhoods, the Capuchin Crypt.
Sunday 27:
Ostia.
Monday 28:
Departure.
Are any days too packed, or should we add more visits?
Thanks for your input and help!
Cheers!
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Summer 2027 is going to be Norwegian for us!
We’re heading to the Lofoten Islands first, then Senja, near Tromsø, and finally the North Cape.
We’ll likely start from northern Finland (flight tickets and car rentals are more affordable there).
I’d like to book accommodations early to have more options.
Good value-for-money places go fast in these pricey Nordic destinations...
But where should we book?
We’re planning to stay around ten nights in the Lofoten Islands.
What’s the best approach?
One place in the central part and explore from there?
One place in the south and another in the center?
Or one in the south, one in the center, and one in the north (3-4-3 nights)?
Hi there,
I’m looking for some great tips for a stay in Palma de Mallorca this summer.
I need cheap flights departing from Toulouse and affordable accommodation for 4 people.
What do you recommend?
Best regards,
I’d love to get your thoughts on the following itinerary (late May). I like to take my time in ruins and museums, and beaches don’t interest me. I’ll be staying in hostels and using public transport. Do you see any major omissions or things that aren’t worth it?
Thanks!
Day 1: Arrival in CATANIA
Day 2: Catania – visit (fish market, cathedral, Biscarri Palace, etc.)
Day 3: Mount Etna (day trip)
Day 4: Morning trip to TAORMINA, visit the town
Day 5: Alcantara Gorge (day trip) + more time in Taormina
Day 6: Trip to SYRACUSE, visit Ortigia
Day 7: Ortigia
Day 8: NOTO (day trip) (or another Baroque town?)
Day 9: Syracuse Archaeological Park + more time in Ortigia (or leave for Enna?)
Day 10: Transport via Enna? TO BE RESOLVED (long, 2 or 3 changes, limited accommodation in Enna...)
Day 11: AGRIGENTO: town and Scala dei Turchi (optional)
Day 12: Valley of the Temples + archaeological museum
Day 13: Departure for TRAPANI (4h), afternoon: town (+ salt flats?)
Day 14: Segesta (day trip) + town/Erice
Day 15: Monte Cofano Nature Reserve (hike + summit) (day trip)
Day 16: Zingaro Nature Park (coastal route out, ridge route back) (day trip)
Day 17: Departure for the AEGADIAN ISLANDS: Levanzo and Favignana (bike), overnight if possible
Day 18: Egadi Islands
Day 19: Departure for PALERMO + first visits
Day 20: The city
Day 21: The city (Monreale?)
Day 22: Options:
- Capo Gallo hike (3.5h round trip) (via Mondello)
- Cefalù (45 min by train)
Day 23: Return flight
Hello,
We’re heading to Bavaria from May 13 to 23, with a side trip to Austria.
Here’s our itinerary:
Day 1: Brussels-Munich
Day 2: Munich
Day 3: Munich and departure for Salzburg
We’ll be staying three nights in Salzburg.
Then we’ll head to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where we’ll stay for five nights.
Visiting Munich and Salzburg isn’t too tricky.
Once in Garmisch, we’re planning a day in Innsbruck, a day for Neuschwanstein Castle, and the rest is still up in the air.
What’s really got me stumped is that we’d love to see Königssee Lake—everyone says it’s a must-see.
We’d also like to visit the Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), where the landscapes are supposedly stunning.
This would either be a round trip while we’re in Salzburg or on the way between Salzburg and Garmisch, but I’m guessing it’s impossible to do the drive from Salzburg to Garmisch, the Eagle’s Nest, *and* Königssee Lake all in one day.
Plus, the Alpine route between Salzburg and Garmisch seems prettier than the highway.
But honestly, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with the planning.
We should’ve added a stop between Salzburg and Garmisch, but the hotels are already booked.
Thanks for any advice on the itinerary and visits!
Another question: How far in advance should we book Neuschwanstein, Königssee, and the Eagle’s Nest in May?
Thanks so much in advance for your tips and ideas!
hi
I’m wondering if anyone can give me some info on how to get from Mallorca to Menorca.
Since flights are cheaper to Mallorca, I’d like to go that way.
Thanks so much for your help!
We’re planning a trip to Finland and Norway this summer, starting in Oulu to explore Lapland, heading up to the North Cape, and then making our way down to Bergen.
This route means renting a car in Finland and dropping it off in Norway. My initial searches are showing rental rates that are... astronomical—about three times the price compared to returning it at the starting point.
I’m guessing I’m not the only one wanting to visit both countries. Are there any great tips to drastically reduce the cost of renting a car?
Hi there, we’re a couple of bikers planning a trip to Majorca in June 2026, and I’d love to organize a half-day or full-day boat or catamaran outing. Which coast do you think is the nicest for this, and do you have any suggestions or personal experiences to share? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
Does anyone know if there are any works in progress at Torcello, and if so, what type of works and how long they’re expected to last?
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Hi everyone,
I’m sharing my draft itinerary with you because I just booked our flight tickets, and I feel like it’s quite late in the season. So, I’d like to be sure about my stops before reserving the hotels. I’ll be traveling alone with my two adult children. We want to prioritize outdoor walks, avoid too many indoor visits (both for budget and preference), and not spend too much time on the road.
D1: Arrival at 9 AM in Malaga, day in Malaga and overnight stay
D2: Head straight to Nerja (1-hour drive) and spend the night there
D3: Head straight to Granada (1.5-hour drive), spend the day and night there
D4: Granada. Visit the Alhambra (Nasrid Palaces tour at 5 PM) and spend the night
D5: Head to Ronda (2.5-hour drive) and spend the night
D6: White Villages and overnight in Ronda
D7: Head straight to the Costa del Sol (e.g., Estepona), spend the day and night there
D8: Return to Malaga to catch our flight
There you go! This itinerary takes into account that we’d like to do a circuit starting from Seville in a few years. That said, it’d be a shame to miss something doable from Malaga.
Questions:
Since the Alhambra visit is only at 5 PM, and we’d already have the day to explore Granada, would arriving the day before be a mistake? Or should we skip this day and dedicate it elsewhere (Costa del Sol? Head toward Tabernas?)? The old town appeals to me, but maybe the Sacromonte neighborhood isn’t essential...
Same question for Ronda: should we dedicate a full day to it, or combine Ronda and the White Villages in one day?
Note that we love wandering around villages outside, so that might answer my question! :)
Final question: Is it better to rent the car at Malaga Airport or in the city? If we rent at the airport, we’d need a hotel with parking, which doesn’t seem easy. Or stay outside the city and park for free near the center if possible? I’ve read comments about taking a taxi to Malaga and then picking up the rental car at the airport the next morning. The taxi would really need to be affordable...
Thanks so much for your feedback and suggestions for visits during this little circuit.
Have a great day, everyone!
Christine
Hello,
we’re a couple planning a 2-week road trip this August, with a must-stop (about 3 days on Skye). Any route suggestions? Hotel recommendations? Photo spots?
My husband and I are planning a trip to Ireland in September 2026.
We’ll be flying from Montreal to London, where we’ll spend three nights.
After that, we’ll head to Dublin for a few days and take trains to visit the main attractions.
Our ideal plan would be to choose hotels near train stations and take tours to the interesting spots.
Would 8 days in Ireland be enough for this kind of trip?
We’re a group of 4 heading out at the end of June for 11 days.
I’m just starting my research.
We’ll be renting a regular car, not a 4x4.
I’m not finding a ton of info on the North.
Would love your take on all those kilometers—is there a route that lets us cut out a section?
Thanks
Hi there,
Can you share your experiences about Bilbao with us? We're planning to go during the last week of April, with our main goal being to visit the Guggenheim Museum. Despite our research, we're not sure if a week is too long or what there really is to see and do in Bilbao. Should we rent a car to explore the surrounding areas? For San Sebastián, it seems there are pretty convenient buses. Would a day trip there and back be doable?
Any advice would be welcome regarding the itinerary, local transportation, hotels, and how long to stay.
Thanks in advance!
Maevita
