Norwegian Scenic Routes
The Norwegian National Cycle Network are 10 national cycle routes connecting most of the country. Many of the routes are already signposted and some of them are part of EuroVelo, the European cycle route network.
The small fishing village of Grense Jakobselv on the Barrents Sea marks the start of the Iron Curtain Trail. The nearest big settlement is Kirkenes, a town with a population of 3,500 the majority of which are of Norwegian decent but also include Sami, Finnish and Russian minorities. The Norway-Russia border was one of only two land borders between the Soviet Union and NATO territories during the Cold War and, as a result, it was heavily guarded by both sides.
Download here the full GPS tracks of EuroVelo 13 - Iron Curtain Trail in Norway and start planning your next cycling holidays!
The Norwegian National Cycle Network are 10 national cycle routes connecting most of the country. Many of the routes are already signposted and some of them are part of EuroVelo, the European cycle route network.
Website in English - All you need to know to cycle in Norway: mountain biking, road cycling, scenic routes and tips to plan your cycling trip.
Website in English - Find information on cycling routes in Norway and many tips to plan your trip: public transport, accommodation, weather, gear, tunnels...
This English-language brochure presents the history of various countries separated by the Iron Curtain. With supplementary overview maps and route descriptions of all stages of the Iron Curtain Trail, this brochure is the perfect travel preparation for EuroVelo 13.
Cycling in Europe? There is an app for that! Our official app is free and designed to help you discover the most developed EuroVelo routes. Thousands of kilometres of cycle routes in the palm of your hand – what are you waiting for? Download the app, get on your bike and start exploring!
Cycling in Europe? There is an app for that! Our official app is free and designed to help you discover the most developed EuroVelo routes. Thousands of kilometres of cycle routes in the palm of your hand – what are you waiting for? Download the app, get on your bike and start exploring!