Complete Guide to Weddings in Norway for International Couples
For American, European and international couples who want a unique and natural wedding in Norway.
Why Choose Norway as a Wedding Destination?
Unique nature: fjords, mountains, arctic landscapes
Iconic photo opportunities
Safe, clean and modern country
Good hotels and professional suppliers
Easy access via European airports
Possibility for both summer and winter weddings
Outdoor culture and spacious surroundings
Norway offers surroundings that make your wedding a true "once in a lifetime" experience.
The Best Wedding Regions in Norway
1. Oslo and the surrounding area
Modern architecture
Waterfront venues
Forest hotels and boutique places
Suitable for:
Urban style
Year-round weddings
Guests flying from the US or Europe
2. Bergen and the Vestlandfjords
Fjords, waterfalls and mountains
Wooden architecture and historic buildings
Boutique hotels
Suitable for:
Outdoor ceremonies
Summer wedding
3. Lofoten
White sand beaches in the Arctic
Dramatic rock formations
Modern cabins and boutique venues
Suitable for:
Fairytale wedding
Elope-style or smaller groups
Minimalist and nature-based concepts
4. Tromsø and Northern Norway
Northern Lights (September–March)
Midnight Sun (May–July)
Snow-capped mountains
Arctic hotels and glass domes
Suitable for:
Winter wedding
Intimate ceremonies
Couples who want a truly unique wedding
Who we are — Prosjekt Bryllup
We are a Scandinavian wedding planning agency that helps couples from Norway, Sweden, the USA and other countries plan weddings in Spain, Greece, France, Italy and Portugal.
Our role is to:
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Help you choose the right destination
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Finding and negotiating with premises
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Coordinate reliable local suppliers
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Handling all the details before and on the wedding day itself
Venue types in Norway
Norway doesn't have palaces and vineyards like Southern Europe, but it does offer:
Fjord hotels
Boutique lodges
Mountain lodges and luxury cabins
Historic wooden buildings
Modern Scandinavian hotels
Outdoor ceremony spaces
Arctic glamping venues
Most international couples choose an outdoor ceremony + hotel dinner.
How much does a wedding cost in Norway?
Norway is known as a premium wedding country due to its high level of service.
Best Time for a Wedding in Norway
Summer (June–September)
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Most popular
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Best time for a fjord wedding
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Midnight sun in the north
Autumn (September–October)
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Amazing colors
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Cool and atmospheric
Winter (November–March)
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Northern Lights in Tromsø and Lofoten
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Snow-covered landscapes
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Perfect for a fairytale wedding
Spring (April–May)
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Waterfall in full force
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Light nature
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Slightly more unpredictable weather
Travel and Logistics for Guests
The main international airports:
Oslo (OSL)
Bergen (BGO)
Tromso (TOS)
Evenes (Harstad/Narvik – Lofoten)
Norway has:
Safe transportation
High hotel standard
Efficient travel and logistics services
How to start planning a wedding in Norway
Book a free, no-obligation meeting
Share your vision, style and budget
We suggest destinations and venues
You choose and we plan.
You enjoy your dream day.
How We Plan Weddings in Norway
We offer two planning systems:
WeTailor: Fully customized wedding design and concept for couples who want something completely unique.
Both include:
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venue search
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supplier coordination
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budget management
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schedule
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full coordination on the wedding day