Spring in northern Norway has its very own charm - and anyone who thinks that this time of year is gray or dreary up here is very much mistaken. The picture shows the picturesque Utakleiv Beach on the Lofoten Islands, where nature is slowly but surely emerging from hibernation. The meadows around the few houses are beginning to turn pale green, while the low sun bathes the landscape in a pastel-colored light. A real feast for the eyes - and the camera.
While the first splashes of color in the form of bright red and sunny yellow houses in the village at sea level put everyone in a good mood, the view of the mountains reminds us that winter has not yet fully let go at high altitudes. Remnants of snow persist in gullies and on peaks - an exciting contrast to the burgeoning spring in the valley and a reminder to prepare accordingly for spring hiking.
This time of year is ideal for those who want to experience northern Norway off the beaten track. The roads are largely free of snow, the days are noticeably longer and nature is bursting with color - in a mixture of melting snow, lush green and bright wooden houses. If you travel now, you will discover a quiet, powerful beauty that does not impose itself, but is simply there - quiet, clear and impressive.
