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Preikestolen: The Pulpit Rock near Stavanger

Il Preikestolen: il pulpito in roccia vicino a Stavanger

Preikestolen: The Pulpit Rock near Stavanger.
Stavanger, located on the southwest coast of Norway, is a fascinating city with a rich history. Known as the “Oil Capital” of Norway, Stavanger offers much more than its energy resources. It is the perfect starting point to explore some of the country’s most spectacular natural wonders, including the famous Preikestolen.
Preikestolen is an imposing rock formation that rises approximately 600 metres above the Lysefjord. Its flat summit offers breathtaking views of the fjord below, making it one of Norway’s most popular hiking destinations. Every year, thousands of visitors make the trek to this incredible natural terrace and take in the views.
Getting to Preikestolen from Stavanger is easy and offers several options. You can take a bus to Tau, followed by a short taxi ride to the starting point of the hike. Alternatively, you can opt for an organised tour that includes transport and an experienced guide. For those who prefer the freedom of a car, the drive from Stavanger to Preikestolen takes about an hour.
The Preikestolen hike is suitable for hikers of all levels, although it does require good physical condition. The trail, which is approximately 8 kilometres round trip, passes through varied landscapes, including forests, lakes and rocks. The route is well marked and has plenty of scenic spots to stop for a rest and photos.
Appropriate Clothing: Wear comfortable hiking shoes and layered clothing, as the weather can change quickly.
Water and Snacks: Bring enough water and snacks to keep you energised during the hike.
Safety: Always follow the signs and stay on the trail to avoid danger.
A visit to Stavanger is not complete without a hike to Preikestolen. This unique experience will allow you to immerse yourself in Norway's natural beauty and create unforgettable memories. Whether you are a nature lover, a hiking enthusiast or simply looking for adventure, Preikestolen is a must-see destination.

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Where is the pulpit located:

Preikestolen, as it is called in Norwegian Nynorsk (Prekestolen in Norwegian Bokmål, Pulpit Rock in Italian, Hyvlatonnå in Old Norwegian), is a 604-metre-high granite cliff that ends sheer above the Lysefjord, opposite the Kjeragbolten, near the village of Forsand, in the municipality of Sandnes, Norway.
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Preikestolen: The Pulpit Rock near Stavanger – Le Preikestolen : la chaire rocheuse près de Stavanger – El Preikestolen: el púlpito de roca cerca de Stavanger – O Preikestolen: o púlpito de pedra perto de Stavanger – Der Preikestolen: die Felskanzel bei Stavanger – Preikestolen: bục giảng đá gần Stavanger

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The houses in the Bryggen district in Bergen, Norway

Le case del quartiere di Bryggen a Bergen in Norvegia

The houses of Bryggen in Bergen, Norway.
Bryggen, the historic heart of Bergen, is one of Norway's most iconic sights. This charming district, with its characteristic colorful wooden houses, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
The houses of Bryggen date back to the 14th century, when Bergen was an important trading center for the Hanseatic League. These wooden structures, with their sloping roofs and bright facades, have been faithfully rebuilt after numerous fires, maintaining their medieval appearance.
Wandering through the narrow streets of Bryggen is like taking a trip back in time. The houses now house craft shops, art galleries and cozy cafés. Don't miss the chance to visit the Hanseatic Museum, which offers an in-depth look at the lives of merchants of the time.
Bryggen is located on the eastern side of Vågen Bay, an easy walk from the center of Bergen. Bus lines 10, 18, 103 and 200 stop nearby, making it easy for visitors to access.
Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture enthusiast or simply looking for a picturesque place to explore, Bryggen is a must-see. Its colorful houses and unique atmosphere will leave you breathless.

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Le case del quartiere di Bryggen a Bergen in Norvegia

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Where is the neighborhood located:

Bryggen (Norwegian for wharf or landing place), also called Tyskebryggen (German or German Landing) is the historic waterfront district of the city of Bergen in Norway, consisting of wooden houses built in rows and home to the merchants of the Hanseatic League from the 14th to the 18th century. The district occupies the entire eastern side of Vågen Bay.
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The houses in the Bryggen district in Bergen, Norway – Les maisons du quartier de Bryggen à Bergen, Norvège – Las casas del barrio de Bryggen en Bergen, Noruega – As casas do bairro Bryggen em Bergen, Noruega – Die Häuser des Stadtteils Bryggen in Bergen, Norwegen – Những ngôi nhà ở khu phố Bryggen ở Bergen, Na Uy

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A colorful gate in Fargegaten in Stavanger

Un portone colorato a Fargegaten a Stavanger

A colorful door in Fargegaten in Stavanger.
When you arrive in Stavanger, the beautiful and important Norwegian city, you cannot miss a walk in the center and a visit to the street called Fargegaten Øvre Holmegate.
They are all wooden houses enclosed between the sea and the small hill just behind and have the characteristic of being very colorful.
The roofs, the facades, the bars, the restaurants and (as I will show you with this post) many doors are also colored or painted.

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Un portone colorato a Fargegaten a Stavanger

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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A colorful gate in Fargegaten in Stavanger – Une porte colorée à Fargegaten à Stavanger – Una puerta colorida en Fargegaten en Stavanger – Uma porta colorida em Fargegaten em Stavanger – Eine farbenfrohe Tür am Fargegaten in Stavanger – Cánh cửa đầy màu sắc tại Fargegaten ở Stavanger
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Costa Diadema in the Geirangerfjord

La Costa Diadema nel fiordo di Geiranger

The Costa Diadema in the Geiranger fjord.
Until a few months ago I was on board the Costa Diadema (of Costa Crociere) doing fjord cruises.
Among the most beautiful cruises there could be (not in the heat).
In these two images the ship was "parked" in front of the town of Geiranger which is located right at the end of the fjord of the same name, the one famous for the Seven Sisters and Pretender waterfalls.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

Where is this place located:

Costa Diadema is a cruise ship of the Genoese company Costa Crociere. Upon completion, it was the largest ship ever built under the Italian flag. On 30 October 2014, the public launch took place in the same shipyard, giving way to the inaugural events, while on 1 November it set sail for the vernissage cruise departing from Trieste. On 7 November, the ship was christened in the port of Genoa.
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Costa Diadema in the Geirangerfjord – Le Costa Diadema dans le fjord de Geiranger – La Costa Diadema en el fiordo de Geiranger – A Costa Diadema no Fiorde de Geiranger – Die Costa Diadema im Geiranger Fjord – Costa Diadema ở Geiranger Fjord
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The Costa Diadema seen from the streets of Stavanger

La Costa Diadema vista dalle viuzze di Stavanger

The Costa Diadema seen from the streets of Stavanger.
Until a few months ago I was on board the Costa Diadema (of Costa Crociere) doing fjord cruises.
After many years I went out for a walk in the colorful neighborhood of Fargegaten (which I absolutely didn't remember) and from there the yellow chimney of the ship was sticking out.

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Costa Diadema is a cruise ship of the Genoese company Costa Crociere. Upon completion, it was the largest ship ever built under the Italian flag. On 30 October 2014, the public launch took place in the same shipyard, giving way to the inaugural events, while on 1 November it set sail for the vernissage cruise departing from Trieste. On 7 November, the ship was christened in the port of Genoa.
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The Costa Diadema seen from the streets of Stavanger – La Costa Diadema vue depuis les rues de Stavanger – La Costa Diadema vista desde las calles de Stavanger – A Costa Diadema vista das ruas de Stavanger – Die Costa Diadema von den Straßen Stavangers aus gesehen – Costa Diadema nhìn từ đường phố Stavanger
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The yellow funnel of the Costa Diadema in Bergen

Il fumaiolo giallo della Costa Diadema a Bergen

The yellow funnel of the Costa Diadema in Bergen.
A few months ago I was on board the splendid Costa Diadema (of Costa Crociere) in Northern Europe and, as I often do, I took a photo from the town of the iconic yellow funnel with the blue “C” symbol of the company I work for.

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Il fumaiolo giallo della Costa Diadema a Bergen

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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Costa Crociere is an Italian cruise company dedicated to cruise operations. Its headquarters are in Genoa. Costa Crociere belongs to the Carnival Corporation & plc group and controls the German AIDA Cruises. Until 2014, the Costa Crociere S.p.A. group also included the Spanish Ibero Cruceros, a brand that has since been discontinued.
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The yellow funnel of the Costa Diadema in Bergen – La cheminée jaune du Costa Diadema à Bergen – La chimenea amarilla del Costa Diadema en Bergen – A chaminé amarela do Costa Diadema em Bergen – Der gelbe Schornstein der Costa Diadema in Bergen – Ống khói màu vàng của Costa Diadema ở Bergen
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The wooden bridge of Flam in Norway

Il ponte in legno di Flam in Norvegia

The Flam Wooden Bridge in Norway.
Nestled in the majestic mountains of Norway, the picturesque village of Flam is famous not only for its breathtaking scenery but also for its charming wooden bridge. This bridge, which spans the Flam River, has become a local icon, a symbol of the connection between man and nature.
The Flam Wooden Bridge, with its elegant and rustic architecture, blends in perfectly with its surroundings. Its solid wooden beams rise towards the sky, while the interwoven railings create an artistic effect that captures the attention of anyone who passes over it. The choice of wood as the main material is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also a tribute to the Norwegian building tradition, which has made wise use of natural resources for centuries.
In addition to its visual beauty, the Flam Bridge plays a fundamental role in the life of the local community. By connecting the two banks of the river, it facilitates the daily transit of residents and visitors, creating a tangible connection between people and the surrounding nature. The feeling of walking on this bridge is a unique experience, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Norway.
During the warmer seasons, the bridge becomes a meeting point for locals and tourists, offering a scenic space to admire the surrounding landscape. During the winter, however, the bridge takes on a different charm, with snow gently settling on the wooden beams, creating an enchanting picture.
The construction of the Flam wooden bridge is also an example of ecological engineering, with the aim of minimising the impact on the surrounding environment. The architects have cleverly integrated the bridge into the natural topography, avoiding disturbances and preserving the beauty of the place.

In conclusion, the Flam wooden bridge is much more than a simple crossing structure. It is a symbol of connection, union and respect for the environment. Crossing this bridge, you can experience a moment of quiet and contemplation, surrounded by the pristine beauty of Norway and the warmth of a community that values ​​its history and its natural environment.

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Il ponte in legno di Flam in Norvegia

Il ponte in legno di Flam in Norvegia

Il ponte in legno di Flam in Norvegia

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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Flåm is a Norwegian village of about 500 inhabitants, at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord. The village is located in the municipality of Aurland, in the county of Vestland, Norway. It is touched by the European route E16. The valley of Flåm was formed by the thick layer of ice that remained in this area for millions of years: the erosion of the glacier made the land sink, creating the deep and wide valleys that attract a large number of tourists every year.
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The Flam wooden bridge in Norway – Le pont en bois de Flam en Norvège – El puente de madera de Flam en Noruega – A ponte de madeira Flam na Noruega – Die Flam-Holzbrücke in Norwegen – Cây cầu gỗ Flam ở Na Uy – 挪威弗洛姆木桥 – ノルウェーのフロムの木の橋

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Departure from Geiranger from Costa Firenze

La partenza da Geiranger dalla Costa Firenze

Departure from Geiranger from the Costa Firenze.
Surely one of the most unforgettable stretches of sea in the world is when the ship leaves from the small town of Geiranger and, traveling along the famous Geirangerfiord, passes between the two famous waterfalls (the Seven Sisters and the Pretender).
In this photo, taken from the stern of the former Costa Firenze, all the colors of Northern Europe.

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La partenza da Geiranger dalla Costa Firenze

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Where is the village located:

The Geirangerfjord (Geirangerfjorden) is a fjord in the Norwegian region of Sunnmøre in the south of the county of Møre og Romsdal. It is a branch of the much larger Storfjorden and within it is the famous village of Geiranger. The fjord is one of the most visited natural sites in Norway and since 2005 it is included, together with the Nærøyfjord, in the List of World Heritage Sites drawn up by UNESCO. The presence of these two fjords in the list is however threatened by a plan to build some power lines through the fjord.
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Departure from Geiranger by Costa Firenze ship – Le départ de Geiranger du navire Costa Firenze – La salida de Geiranger desde el barco Costa Firenze. – A saída de Geiranger do navio Costa Firenze – Die Abfahrt von Geiranger mit dem Schiff Costa Firenze – Sự khởi hành từ Geiranger từ tàu Costa Firenze
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The view of the Geirangerfjord from the ship

La vista del fiordo di Geiranger dalla nave

The view of the Geirangerfjord from the ship.
Travelling by ship (I was on the Costa Firenze) along the famous Geirengerfjord you can admire a spectacle of nature that is still almost uncontaminated.

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Here's where the fjord is located:

The Geirangerfjord (Geirangerfjorden) is a fjord in the Norwegian region of Sunnmøre in the south of the county of Møre og Romsdal. It is a branch of the much larger Storfjorden and within it is the famous village of Geiranger. The fjord is one of the most visited natural sites in Norway and since 2005 it is included, together with the Nærøyfjord, in the List of World Heritage Sites drawn up by UNESCO. The presence of these two fjords in the list is however threatened by a plan to build some power lines through the fjord.
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The view of the Geiranger Fjord from the ship – La vue sur le fjord de Geiranger depuis le navire – La vista del fiordo de Geiranger desde el barco. – A vista do fiorde de Geiranger do navio – Der Blick auf den Geiranger Fjord vom Schiff aus – Quang cảnh Geiranger Fjord từ tàu – 从船上看盖朗厄尔峡湾的景色 – 船からのガイランゲルフィヨルドの眺め
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Il fumaiolo giallo della Firenze a Flam in Norvegia

La cimiera gialla della Costa Firenze a Flam in Norvegia

Il fumaiolo giallo della Firenze a Flam in Norvegia.
Una ciminira inconfondibile: la C blu sul giallo di Costa Crociere. Lo scorso anno mi trovavo a lavorare sulla Costa Firenze e, dopo tanti anni, sono stato nel Nord Europa.
Qui la nave si trovava nel piccolo porto di Flam situato al termine di uno dei fiordi più belli della regione.
Due passi fuori ed immancabile la foto della ciminiera!

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La cimiera gialla della Costa Firenze a Flam in Norvegia

La cimiera gialla della Costa Firenze a Flam in Norvegia

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

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Here is where the small village is located:

Flåm is a Norwegian village of about 500 inhabitants, at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord. The village is located in the municipality of Aurland, in the county of Vestland, Norway. It is touched by the European route E16. The valley of Flåm was formed by the thick layer of ice that remained in this area for millions of years: the erosion of the glacier made the land sink, creating the deep and wide valleys that attract a large number of tourists every year.
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The yellow funnel of the Costa Firenze ship in Flam, Norway – La cheminée jaune du navire Costa Firenze à Flam, Norvège – La chimenea amarilla del barco Costa Firenze en Flam, Noruega – A chaminé amarela do navio Costa Firenze em Flam, Noruega – Der gelbe Schornstein des Schiffes Costa Firenze in Flam, Norwegen – Ống khói màu vàng của tàu Costa Firenze ở Flam, Na Uy