Inside Norway’s Book Towns: Where Literature Shapes Travel

Norway is known for its fjords, glaciers, and mountains. Yet tucked among these landscapes are its book towns, which are clusters of bookshops specialising in second-hand, rare, and antiquarian titles that promote a distinct literary tradition. By merging literary tourism with local culture, reuse, and slow travel, Norwegian book towns foster a slow, thoughtful travel experience, offering visitors a unique cultural experience.