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Map Norway's protected lands and discover diverse natural environments across the country.

Norway: park list

Browse profiles of parks and protected areas in Norway, including Jotunheimen and Hardangervidda.

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Map the Diverse Geographic Distribution of Norway's Conservation Landscapes, from Coastal Fjords to Arctic Wilderness

National Parks in Norway: Explore a Comprehensive List of Protected Areas and Nature Reserves Across the Scandinavian Peninsula

Browse a comprehensive atlas of Norway's national parks, protected areas, and nature reserves, encompassing diverse terrains from coastal fjords to Arctic wilderness. This country-wide listing offers essential geographic context for understanding the distribution and unique characteristics of conservation landscapes across the Scandinavian Peninsula.

Showing 1 to 20 of 55 parks

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National parkNorwayMountain

Jotunheimen National Park

Explore mapped glacial terrain and alpine geography.

Jotunheimen National Park, in Norway. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and glaciers.

1,151 km²1980SubpolarModerate access
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National parkVestlandMountain

Hardangervidda National Park

Explore Norway's largest national park and its unique tundra ecosystem.

Hardangervidda National Park, in Vestland, Norway. Landscapes: plateaus, hills, and valleys.

3,422 km²1981BorealModerate access
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National parkInnlandetMountain

Dovrefjell–Sunndalsfjella National Park

Explore its protected boundaries, mountain terrain, and unique ecological significance.

Dovrefjell, Sunndalsfjella National Park, in Innlandet, Norway. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and rivers.

1,693 km²2002BorealRemote access
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National parkInnlandetMountain

Rondane National Park

Mapped glacial terrain, iconic peaks, and wild reindeer sanctuary.

As Norway's first national park, Rondane offers a profound exploration of a protected alpine environment. Situated in Innlandet county, its 963 square kilometers showcase a landscape sculpted by glaciers, featuring a striking array of ten peaks exceeding 2,000 meters. This page details Rondane National Park's distinct mapped boundaries, dramatic mountain geography, and its ecological significance as a refuge for wild reindeer, making it a cornerstone of Scandinavian natural heritage.

963 km²1962BorealModerate access
National parkSvalbard

Nordvest-Spitsbergen National Park

Explore unique hot springs, glacial terrain, and polar expedition history.

Nordvest-Spitsbergen National Park, a protected national park in Norway's Svalbard archipelago, showcases dramatic Arctic geography. This page details its mapped landscapes, from volcanic terrains and glacial valleys to its famed northernmost hot springs. Discover the park's protected area status, its role in regional geography, and its historical significance for polar exploration, providing a rich context for atlas-based exploration.

9,914 km²1973PolarRemote access
National parkVestlandMountain

Jostedalsbreen National Park

Mapped terrain and protected area discovery in Vestland, Norway.

Jostedalsbreen National Park, in Vestland, Norway. Landscapes: mountains and glaciers.

1,310 km²1991SubpolarModerate access
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National parkNorwayMountain

Saltfjellet–Svartisen National Park

Norway's vast national park with Svartisen glacier and unique flora.

Saltfjellet, Svartisen National Park spans over 2,100 square kilometers of diverse protected wilderness in Northern Norway. Renowned for Svartisen, Scandinavia's second-largest glacier, its landscape transitions from coastal influences to alpine plateaux. The park's calcareous bedrock supports a rich flora, rare in the region, contributing to its distinct geographic identity. Explore the mapped boundaries and natural terrain of this significant protected landscape.

2,192 km²1989BorealII
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National parkVestlandMountain

Folgefonna National Park

Mapped glacial terrain and park boundaries in Vestland.

Folgefonna National Park in Vestland, Norway, stands as a premier protected area defined by its vast ice cap and dramatic glacial geography. This page details the park's mapped boundaries, showcasing its impressive glacial formations, U-shaped valleys, and distinct alpine landscapes. Understand the geographic context and protected status of Folgefonna National Park, a key destination for exploring Norway's glacier heritage through an atlas-driven lens.

545.2 km²2005TemperateAccess unknown
National parkNorwayMountain

Sør-Spitsbergen National Park

Explore glacial terrain, tundra ecosystems, and significant seabird colonies.

Delve into Sør-Spitsbergen National Park, a cornerstone of Arctic protected areas within Norway's Svalbard archipelago. This extensive national park showcases raw glacial terrain, expansive ice caps, and sparse tundra valleys, offering a unique geographic context. It is globally recognized for its vast seabird colonies, particularly the dense nesting sites of thick-billed guillemots, and Ramsar-protected wetlands. Understanding Sør-Spitsbergen National Park through its mapped boundaries and landscape features provides critical insight into Arctic conservation and natural processes.

8,504 km²1973SubpolarII
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National parkSpitsbergenMarine

Nordre Isfjorden National Park

Discover Spitsbergen's mapped fjord geography and wildlife.

Nordre Isfjorden National Park on Spitsbergen offers a compelling view into a pristine Arctic environment. This protected national park encompasses dramatic coastal cliffs, tundra terrain, and the biologically rich waters of Isfjorden. It is renowned for supporting immense seabird colonies that rely on the nutrient-dense fjord, making it a significant site for understanding high Arctic ecosystems and marine protected areas.

2,954 km²2003PolarModerate access
Marine protected areaNordlandMarine

Saltstraumen

Coastal fjord passage and protected marine terrain in Nordland

Located in Nordland, Saltstraumen represents a critical marine protected area where extreme tidal forces carve a dramatic, narrow passage between fjord systems. Explore the intersection of tidal currents, island geography, and protected marine habitat through a focused look at this Northern Norwegian natural wonder and its surrounding coastal topography.

Easy accessWater-dominated
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National parkNordlandMountain

Lofotodden National Park

Mapped terrain and protected area details for a dramatic Nordic landscape.

Delve into the protected landscape of Lofotodden National Park, a key protected area within Norway's Nordland county. This national park showcases the dramatic convergence of the Lofotenveggen mountain range with the North Atlantic coast, featuring rugged granite peaks and unique coastal terrain. MoriAtlas offers a structured view of its mapped boundaries and geographic context, facilitating detailed discovery of this significant Arctic natural heritage.

99 km²2018BorealModerate access
National parkNordlandMountain

Børgefjell National Park

Mapped protected landscape in Nordland, known for granite peaks and arctic fox.

Børgefjell National Park offers a rare glimpse into Norway's most secluded and undeveloped mountain wilderness, spanning dramatic granite peaks and expansive marshlands. This protected landscape in Nordland provides a rich subject for atlas-based discovery, highlighting its unique geological formations, vital habitats for species like the arctic fox and wolverine, and extensive network of lakes and rivers. Navigate its geographic context and understand the protected boundaries of this significant natural area.

1,447 km²1963BorealRemote access
National parkInnlandetMountain

Femundsmarka National Park

Mapped boundaries and regional geography in Innlandet.

Femundsmarka National Park in Innlandet, Norway, offers a profound look into a preserved wetland wilderness characterized by vast marshlands, numerous lakes, and scattered boreal forests. As a designated national park, its ecological significance is tied to the surrounding water systems and the unique landscape stretching towards the Swedish border. This entry provides detailed geographic context, mapping information, and an understanding of its protected area status, inviting exploration of its remote boreal terrain and notable wildlife habitats.

573 km²1971IIMajor water bodies
National parkØstfoldMarine

Ytre Hvaler National Park

Explore protected archipelago geography and unique cold water coral reefs.

Discover Ytre Hvaler National Park, a pivotal marine protected area on Norway's Østfold coast. This atlas entry provides detailed insight into its defining skerry landscape, the significant Tisler cold water coral reef, and its role as a protected marine ecosystem. Understand the mapped boundaries and geographic context of this unique Norwegian coastal wilderness, crucial for understanding the region's natural and maritime heritage.

354 km²2009TemperateII
National parkInnlandetMountain

Breheimen National Park

Norway's prominent national park featuring active glaciers and alpine geography.

Breheimen National Park represents a significant protected landscape within Norway's Innlandet region, dedicated to conserving its unique glacial formations and dramatic alpine terrain. The park's vast area encompasses active glaciers, soaring peaks, and a notable diversity of natural environments, from lush valleys to barren plateaus. MoriAtlas facilitates a detailed exploration of Breheimen National Park, highlighting its mapped protected boundaries and its integral role in the regional geography and protected areas atlas.

1,671 km²2009AlpineModerate access
National parkSvalbardMarine

Forlandet National Park

Explore mapped geography and protected ecosystem boundaries in Svalbard.

Forlandet National Park stands as a crucial element in the Arctic atlas, safeguarding the island of Prins Karls Forland and its surrounding marine territories. As the world's most northerly national park, it showcases a unique High Arctic landscape defined by stark coastal cliffs and vital waters supporting specialized wildlife. This protected area is recognized for harboring the most extreme northern populations of seals and common guillemots, making it a significant site for understanding polar ecosystems and conservation efforts within the Svalbard region.

4,647 km²1973PolarII
National parkNorwayMarine

Indre Wijdefjorden National Park

Mapped protected boundaries and unique terrain in Svalbard.

Discover the unique High Arctic steppe and dramatic fjord landscape of Indre Wijdefjorden National Park, a protected area in Svalbard, Norway. This park safeguards a rare ecosystem with endemic plant species, offering exceptional insights into Arctic geography and protected land conservation. Explore its mapped boundaries and distinct terrain, a key destination for atlas-based landscape discovery.

1,127 km²2005PolarRemote access
National parkNorway

Øvre Pasvik National Park

Explore ancient forests, wetlands, and transboundary protected landscapes.

Øvre Pasvik National Park is a landmark protected area in Northern Norway, showcasing a remarkably intact Siberian taiga ecosystem characterized by ancient Scots pine forests and extensive wetlands. This national park offers a unique geographic perspective with its notably flat terrain, distinguishing it within the broader Norwegian atlas. As part of the Pasvik, Inari Trilateral Park, it highlights significant transboundary conservation efforts and provides a valuable mapped resource for understanding European boreal landscapes and their unique wildlife habitats.

119 km²1970SubpolarRemote access
National parkFinnmark

Varangerhalvøya National Park

Mapped tundra, wetlands, and Arctic fox conservation.

Varangerhalvøya National Park offers a compelling atlas exploration of Norway's northeasternmost protected landscapes. This national park in Finnmark is distinguished by its subarctic terrain, featuring expansive tundra, diverse wetlands, and a unique ecological position where multiple biomes converge. It is a critical habitat for the Arctic fox and a vital Important Bird Area, providing deep insights into protected area geography and landscape context for those studying regional conservation and natural formations.

1,804.1 km²2006BorealModerate access
Other countries

Compare diverse protected landscapes and mapped terrain across countries adjacent to Norway and wider Europe

Discover National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Norway: Explore Nordic and European Geography

Browse comprehensive national park lists and detailed protected area atlases for countries sharing borders with Norway and other significant European geographies. This country-level view helps compare diverse conservation landscapes, understand regional protected area distribution, and continue your geographic park discovery journey.

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Parks and protected areas in United Kingdom, including Lake District and Peak District.

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Netherlands: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Netherlands, including Hoge Veluwe and Zuid-Kennemerland.

51 parks

Lithuania: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Lithuania, including Curonian Spit and Aukštaitija.

18 parks

Estonia: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Estonia, including Lahemaa and Soomaa.

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Norway's Protected Area Classification Landscape

Deepen your understanding of Norway's protected natural areas by continuing to explore its specific designation categories. This route provides the essential classification framework for understanding the country's mapped reserves and parks, offering a pathway to more detailed geographic and conservation context for each protected landscape.

Norway protected area designations
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