This location map of Norway shows its position in Northern Europe, bordered by Sweden, Finland, and Russia, and the North Atlantic Ocean to the west. Marked in red, Norway's position on the European continent is emphasized, making it easy to identify on a global scale. This map presents a clear geographic perspective, showing Norway's proximity to the Arctic Circle and its strategic position for trade, tourism, and cultural exchange within Europe.
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Official Name | Kingdom of Norway |
Capital City | Oslo |
Largest City | Oslo |
Government | Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
Official Language | Norwegian (Bokmål and Nynorsk) |
Population | ~5.5 million (2025 est.) |
Official Religion | None (secular state; historically Evangelical Lutheran) |
Currency | Norwegian krone (NOK) |
Area | 385,207 km² |
Major Rivers | Glomma, Numedalslågen, Drammenselva |
Highest Peak | Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m) |
Time Zone | Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2 in summer) |
Calling Code | +47 |
Internet TLD | .no |
Drives on | Right |
Major River | Glomma |