Do I need to book a campsite in advance in Norway?
High season, sites without bookings and when to arrive.
Short answer
Booking a campsite in advance is recommended in Norway's high season, but some popular sites, such as Geiranger Camping and Preikestolen Camping, take no reservations. At those sites you simply turn up. Preikestolen Camping suggests arriving between 12:00 and 17:00 in high season for the best choice of pitch.
Why
- Visit Norway says it is crucial to book a slot in advance if you travel in the high season.
- The 2026 camping guide from NHO Reiseliv and NAF Camp also recommends booking in advance during peak season.
- Geiranger Camping, open from 27 April to 11 October, states that it is not possible to book a pitch.
Details
Preikestolen Camping takes no reservations and says it is large enough for everyone; its high season runs from 16 June to 15 August. At Topcamp, which calls itself Norway's largest camping chain, you can choose a cheaper rate that cannot be moved or cancelled, or a flexible rate you can change until 15:00 the day before arrival.
Tip
On a fixed summer route, book the nights at your key stops in advance and keep the rest flexible for sites that do not take bookings.
What may differ
If you bring a dog or another pet, the camping guide asks you to tell the campsite when you book or arrive.
People also ask
- Do campsites in Norway get full in summer?
Sources
- Visit Norway: Budget travelChecked at:
- NHO Reiseliv and NAF Camp: Camping guide 2026 (PDF)Checked at:
- Geiranger CampingChecked at:
- Preikestolen CampingChecked at:
- Topcamp: Camping and cabins in NorwayChecked at:
Information checked on 15 October 2026.
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