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Norwegian Slang and Expressions used in Rogaland

Lani Cantor — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

Slang, and common expressions, in all languages, but especially in Norwegian, depend on local dialect. Norwegian dialect can vary between places only a few minutes drive apart. Slang and dialect can make it difficult for new-comers trying to learn the language but they also represent a part of Norwegian culture. Once a Norwegian friend told me she “loved hearing people’s different dialects and understanding where they came from [and thus understanding part of their history].”

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This article identifies some slang and expressions that you won’t necessarily be taught in norskkurs. Some of them we hope you will NEVER use, but nevertheless we want you to understand if you hear them!

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Annige – restless, eager to do something, out of patience (Han va jysla annige)
Aven – jealous
Baddel – (Det gjekk i baddel for meg) when it becomes too much and everything turns into a mess
Bajass – a person who does what they want (to a bad extent), without thinking of the consequences
Beddo – police
Bevaremegvel – oh really? (surprise)
Bigrimme – ugly
Biringe – I don’t feel good
Braffa – describes a large women (Hu va ei braffa)
Bussefant – boogers/snot
Dass – toilet
Di neba – you idiot
Dissa – swing
Doddis – a person who is dressed differently/strangely/a little too nice for the occasion
Dønakke – hopeless person
Dredonge – a small boy/girl, someone who is acting childishly
Dridas – drunk (Rogaland)
Dridla – someone who takes too much time, slow or late
Drite i – ignore; skip, “to shit in”, shit in the pants
· Drite seg ut – make a fool of oneself, “shit oneself”
Dritings – (senselessly) drunk
Drittsekk – asshole, “shitbag”
Dryla – to hit someone
E kje fydde igår – I wasn’t born yesterday (Rogaland)
Eda – to eat
Eg – (jeg) I
Ei me alt – a hot dog with everything on it (one with everything) (onions, mustard, ketchup…)
Englapilt – a little penis or hot dog
Fadosten – oh no (Rogaland)
Faen – damn, shit, abbr. “fanden” (Sometimes written “faan”)
Fanden – the devil
Fine mann – used as a compliment, “that’s nice of you”
Fitte - cunt
Fjøsnisse – means a “nisse”(pixie) in the barn (fjøs), about a dork or stupid person that you don`t take seriously
Fy faen! – for fucks sake!
Fyllesjuk – to have a hangover
Gadå – street
Gi beng – ignore, skip (less profane than “gi faen”)
Gi faen – ignore, don’t do it, don’t give a fuck
Gje meg styrke – give me strength (Rogaland)
Gjøk – idiot, stupid person (derog.) “cuckoo”
Gønner – gun
Grævla – very much (Rogaland)
Graps – big person
Grepa kvinnfolk - tough woman
Guttejente – tomboy
Hallemann – Herregud! oh my god
Herpe – vandalise
Herregud – oh my god, mild surprise
Hyggeligge – nice person (hyggelig)
Hykkas – to kick someone’s feet out from under them
Itte – after (etter)
Jabba – talking, gossiping, chatting
Javel – well ok, how are you (an opening instead of “hi”), ok then
Jissa- gjette
Jøss – derived from the name Jesus, although few think of that nowadays – is milder than
Jysla – very much (Rogaland)
Ka Då forr – why? What was that for?
Ka Då forrkje – why not?
Kaffårr – why?
Kaffi – coffee
Kåk – flat, apartment; house
Kanon – very drunk
Kaslags – which one?
Kjerre – car, automobile, “cart”
Kjip(t)/kjipern – bad, lousy, not as expected (from English Cheap)
Kjyddasar – meatballs (Kjøttkaker)
Knulle – to fuck
Kødde – to fool, trick
Koko – stupid, insane “coo-coo”
Kølle – penis
Konge – nice, cool, the best, “king”, now used as adjective
Koseligge – nice, cozy (koselig/hyggelig)
Koss då? – how do you mean?
Kossen – how
Kranglefant – guy prone to fighting
Kuk – penis
Kul – cool
Kul`ann – to relax
Kverke – to kill, destroy
Leg – ID card (most commonly to prove one’s age) abbr. “legitimasjon”
Løgnas – funny person
Loppekasse – bed, “flea-box”
Løye – funny
Mob – mobile phone NOTE: Norwegian phone numbers are often written as: XX XX XX XX but mobile phone numbers are often written as: XXX XX XXX
morrapuler – motherfucker
Mus – pussy, vagina “mouse”
Nakke – idiot
Nebbete – “nebb” means beak, used about someone that`s rude and inpolite, mostly woman
Pepper – (strong) criticism, flak
Pikk – dick (both penis and stupid/disagreeable man)
Pilt – penis
Pule – to fuck
Purk – policeman, police
Rappe – steal
Rasshøl – asshole
Rauaraddel – bullshit
Rev (-en) – joint, reefer
Ringt – bad taste
Salikat – wow!
Sigg – cigarette
Sild i tønne – means “herring in a barrel”, used when a place is overcrowded
Ska sei – used as a positive remark, when you are a little impressed
Ska sei! – wow (Rogaland)
Slikkepinne – lollypop
Snabel – penis, “elephant’s trunk”
Snaisen/snedden – pretty
Snob – candy (the type bought in small bags by weight)
Snut – policeman; police
Søplehue – means “thrash head”, used about people that`s disorganized or undisciplined, messy, unserious
Spa/Schpaa – cool, pretty, awesome
Spenn – money; Krone(r) (monetary units in Norway, Sweden and Denmark)
Sprit – liquor, alcohol
Stinn brakke – full house, used mostly about a party, when the house is full (brakke means barracks)
Ta høl på – to use, start using, start spending (usu. money)
Tåbeligge – a stupid person (tåpelig)
Tåfis – bad smell from your feet
Talas – goodbye, see you later
Taue – to arrest, “to tow”
Teder – toes
Tikken, Hålla tikken – a children’s game
Tjall – hashish, cannabis
Tøffing – tough guy
Trega – to regret
Trilta – rolling a cigarette
Tulle du? – are you kidding me? (Rogaland)
Tyggiss – chewing gum
Type – guy, man; boyfriend
Våde – wet
Vannari – oh forget it, don’t take it so hard
Villkatt – tough girl
Vrenga makken – to pee
Ønnikk – boys underwear
Øvejidde- fed up
Øvejidde – surprised
Ålla – to stress
Ånnass – stupid person

Leasing a Car in Norway

Cynthia — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:00:00 +0000

To buy or to lease?
Economically speaking, it is usually better to own your car than to lease it. However, there are other benefits to leasing a car which this article will explore. In fact, some locals prefer to lease rather than own as well.

Benefits to leasing a car
Leasing a car can be a more convenient option than buying one, especially if you are in Norway for just a short period of time. You do not have to deal with the stress of choosing a car, doing all paperwork and maintenance involved with the car, and then selling it when you have to leave Norway (some companies are notorious for giving their employees too short of a notice for moves which then leaves you in a bind).

Leasing requires little or no down-payment.

If you are new to Norway, getting a car loan to buy a car might be an issue (it was for me as I did not have a long enough credit history so my Norwegian husband had to be my loan guarantor).

Leasing a car ensures that you are always driving around in a well-maintained, new or fairly new vehicle with a valid grantee.

You know the exact service history and condition of the car.

In some cases, leasing a higher class car (Mercedes, BMW) may be cheaper than owning it.

With owning a car, you never know how much you will get back for it when you are ready to sell it. If you were pressed to sell your car in a short time, you might end up losing more than you expected. With leasing a car, you know exactly how much the car is worth at the end of your lease period.

More information on the benefits of leasing a car can be found on Google. Ultimately, leasing or owning a car is a personal decision that must be made based on what works for you and your family.

Besides the monthly lease amount, what else do you have to pay for?
You will have to pay for your own fuel use, insurance, annual road tax and general servicing of the vehicle (this might differ from company to company. Please check all terms and conditions).

There may or may not be a distance limit on your vehicle. If you exceed the annual distance allowed, you might be subject to economic penalties.

You also have to pay MVA on the lease vehicle.

How long is a lease period?
A lease period is usually 36 months, however there are many exceptions to this. I know people who have leased cars for a 1 year or 2.

Where can you go to lease a car?
I know for sure Bertel O’Steen leases cars. If you know of other companies which leases cars, please share them in the comments below.

Flying in and out of Stavanger: What You Need to Know

Kate Stricklan — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:00 +0000

We are lucky that the main regional airport (Sola Flyplass) is only a 30 minute drive from much of the greater Stavanger/Sandnes area, but it can be confusing to sift through the multitude of options and prices to get yourself to your flight or home. The following information attempts to sift through the various methods of airport transit to help travelers figure out the most optimal combination of cost and convenience for them. The information contained in this article is up-to-date as of January 2012, but routes and prices may be subject to change.

Getting To or From the Airport
There are several options for getting to or from your flight without using your own car. The Flybussen, an airport shuttle bus, departs from Stavanger sentrum (both the harbor and central bus station) every 20 minutes and every 30 minutes on Saturdays. The first bus leaves for the airport at 4.30 am and the last bus leaves from the airport at 12.30 am. Single tickets cost 95 NOK, but a round trip ticket is a deal for 150 NOK. Travel time is 25 minutes or less, depending on where you board the bus. The route goes along the 509 and includes a stop near Madla Amfi before turning south towards Sola and the airport.

An even cheaper bus option is to take the regular number 9 bus. The journey time from the city centre to the airport is approximately 35 minutes with departures every half hour. If you take the number 9, the price would be that of a regular one-way bus fare (factoring in additional zones if you are not boarding from the Sola Airport zone itself). Taxis are always an option as well, and cost about 380 NOK from the sentrum. A taxi may work out as a more affordable option if you have multiple travelling companions.

Parking at the Airport
If you decide to drive to the airport, Parking Zones 4-8 offer multiple day and weekly pricing. Zone 4 and the covered P-hus have weekly rates of 890 NOK, with 400 NOK for the weekend. Zones 6 and 7 are significantly cheaper, with prices at 490 NOK per week. Zone 8 is 390 NOK. Zone 8 is a bit far, but definitely walkable. We parked there before Christmas and one of us was able to walk out there, remove the snow from the car, and pick the rest of the group up at the terminal with only five minutes of extra waiting time after we had collected our luggage.

Thinking Outside the Box: Departures from Haugesund
Sometimes, particularly if you have nabbed an excellent deal, flying out of Haugesund could be worth the trip. While flights on Norwegian and SAS tend to cost the same whether flying from SVG or HAU, Haugesund offers the low-cost carrier Ryanair. If you are able to save thousands of kroner on your tickets, then it certainly might make sense to get yourself up to northern Rogaland. Haugesund offers direct flights to: London Stansted, Oslo, Bergen, Gdansk, Copenhagen, Aberdeen, and then seasonally to: Rhodes, Alicante, Antalya, Bremen, and Las Palmas.

There are several ways to get to Haugesund. The simplest option is to drive, which takes about 2 ½ hours and does involve a ferry ride. Alternatively, there is a Kysstbussen (Coastal Bus) from Stavanger sentrum to Haugesund’s main bus terminal, at which point you would switch to Haugesund’s Flybussen. The total cost is about 300 NOK one way. The Flybussen in Haugesund itself costs 70 NOK one way, 110 NOK return. The total journey time is around three hours. For sheer kicks, why not take a boat to the airport? The boat travels along the route from Stavanger to Bergen. This fast boat (hurtigbåt) to Haugesund costs 311 NOK one way full price, but booked in advance, the cost can be reduced to approximately 441 NOK return. The journey time is only 80 minutes but there are fewer departures per day than the bus and you may still have to connect to the airport by bus or taxi.

Importing a Vehicle to Norway

Cynthia — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:02:10 +0000

This topic has been brought up recently on our Facebook page. This is especially pertinent to expats who live in Europe and want to consider importing their cars to Norway for the duration of their stay here.

If you are temporarily residing in Norway

You may import a foreign-registered vehicle to Norway duty-free and tax-free and use it temporarily, but it is a requirement that you are only temporarily resident here. The temporary period of stay is calculated from your arrival in Norway (the entry date) and not from the point in time when the vehicle is imported.

The main rule is that, if you are going to reside or stay temporarily in Norway for a period of one year, you may import and use a foreign-registered vehicle duty-free and tax-free without having to apply to Norwegian Customs and Excise for a driving permit. It is a precondition that you can document that your stay is for a limited period and that it does not exceed one year from your entry date. We recommend you to keep the necessary documentation in the vehicle, showing, among other things, when you entered Norway and when your stay will end……

Read more atTollvesenet and here.

Application form: Temporary permission to drive a motor vehicle in Norway (pdf) here.

If you are staying for more than a year in Norway
You can find all the information required on Tollvesenet (Toll Customs). They have it in English here.

Tollvesenet also provides a calculator with which you can calculate how much the importation of your vehicle will cost you. Do note that the calculator does not calculate duties and taxes for hybrid vehicles, ethanol-powered vehicles or vehicles covered by the exemptions of the Motor Vehicle Regulations (for example, cars from the USA). For more info call (+47) 03012.

Hope this article helps! I am trying to find someone who has gone through the process of importing their vehicle to Norway and I would like to interview him/her regarding the experience so that other expats can learn more about and from it. Do contact us if you or someone you know might be interested in sharing your experience. Alternatively, do share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below!

Expat Tea, Coffee & Coca Meetup

Lani Cantor — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:54:20 +0000

~~We would like to invite you to Sunday Tea at a fellow expat’s home in Randaberg. We will be meeting on Sunday, 15 January 2012 at 13:00.~~

Our host will have tea, coffee and some snacks. Please feel free to bring along anything else you wish! Let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary concerns you would like us to keep in mind.

Date: Sunday, 15 January 2012
Time: 13:00
Venue: Home of Expat (Randaberg sentrum)
Register Below:
Please register below by commenting that you (+ how many guest) will be joining us. Address and total number of people attending will be emailed to you on Saturday. Please login to comment so we have your contact information.

Mobile phones in Norway

Sadie — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000

A lot of our readers have been asking about getting a mobile phone whilst in Norway, so we have pulled together some information and a list of providers to help you. If you have any experiences you would like to share, please feel free to add a comment below or in the forum.

Kontantkort – Pay As You Go SIM card

This type of SIM card has no monthly fee or contract attached to it, you simply top up your card with money and pay for what you use. It’s simple and easy to top up either by purchasing a card in a phone shop or supermarket, or via the website of the network provider.

Abonnement – Subscription/Pay Monthly

With this type of SIM card, you subscribe to a contract with a monthly fee for a set time. For this you get some benefits, like free text messages and minutes. If you choose a phone on one of these plans it is normal to then pay a monthly ‘down payment’ to cover the cost of the phone. Make sure you check this and factor in the cost, as it may not be something you are used to from your home country. Each of the networks have different offers, so it is worth shopping around to find the best one for you.

Network Providers and Mobile Phone shops

Netcom
Telenor
Chess
dJuice
Tele2
OnCall
Lebara

I have found phone store assistants to be very helpful (and with excellent English), so it really is worth dropping in and asking for help.

Buying a phone second hand
Check FINN.no for listings if you are looking to buy a second hand phone.

Looking back over 2011

Fonda — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:47:28 +0000

Stavanger Expats is just over two years old! We have had a fantastic year and are very happy that the website’s readership is growing. Here is a recap of the articles and events that we have done over the year.

We hope that in 2012, YOU will be more involved in the website, sharing your experiences, leaving comments, telling us what more you would like to see on the website and maybe even write articles that will benefit other expats! We wish you a very Happy New Year and a fabulous 2012!!

Learning Norwegian in Stavanger: University of Stavanger

Kate Stricklan — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:56:21 +0000

Review: Level 1 Norwegian Language Course at the University of Stavanger

I recently completed the beginning Norwegian Course for Foreigners with Higher Education at the main campus of the University of Stavanger, through the UiS Pluss program. NOTE: This course is different from the one year course to prepare foreigners who want to study in Norwegian at the University of Stavanger. That is a year-long intensive course that has different admissions requirements and expectations.

Contact Details

Kitty Kiellands hus, 3rd Floor
Ullandhaug
contact person: Olaug Strand  [email]
Telephone: 51 83 31 08 / 51 83 13 24

Location and Length

I found out about this course through the Chamber of Commerce/INN web site. I liked the fact that it is geared specifically to students with academic experience and that it was a short bike ride from my home. I also appreciated that it starts a little earlier than some courses, at 4.30 pm, which gives you back a little more of your evening after class.

Registration was simple. I just had to fill out an online form and submit it. Please note, however, that registration is binding. Payment is upon completion of course.

The course lasted for three months and was twice a week in the evenings, from 4.30-7 pm. We had two fifteen minute breaks, which means that we had four hours of instruction each week.

When I started, only levels A1 and A2 were offered, but I see that they have now added a B1.

Course Structure

My instructor, Wenche, was very cheerful and had a very strong grasp of both Norwegian and English grammar. She chose to speak in English a lot, which I liked, since I prefer to understand the grammar concepts thoroughly, but others may prefer an immersion method, especially those who are not as confident in English.

We completed the first three chapters of our textbook. I do wish we could have gone further, but we had to stop to prevent overlap with the next term’s material. We spent the entire last month reviewing, which seemed like a bit much. We certainly could have pushed ahead. Wenche had us speak together in groups of two quite often. In general, we stuck to the textbook a lot and relied on it for most of our activities. Sometimes I felt like the exercises were a bit boring and uninspired, but they did help me to learn.

Who Takes the Class?

Since it was based at the university, several of my classmates were doing PhDs in English and had chosen to take Norwegian to help them get along better in daily life. Another portion of the class consisted of professionals from Europe. Everyone in my class was fluent in English in addition to their mother tongues, so they were skilled at learning languages and that made the class more interesting. I really enjoyed getting to know the other students and looked forward to attending most classes.

Evaluation and Exams

We had minimal homework throughout the course. The web site stated that 85% attendance was mandatory, but my teacher did not enforce that rule. At the end of the course, we took both an oral and written exam.

Textbooks

This course uses a book specifically designed for it, called Med Tusen Ord. We used both the textbook and book with listening exercises. This specialized textbook makes it harder to find extra practice exercises online (and to sell it at the end of the course, if that is what you intend to do)! There are, however, a fair amount of exercises on the textbook’s web site.

Cost

6000 NOK + books

Interviews with Expats – Lisa Parmenter

Cynthia — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:11:50 +0000

This article is one in a series of interviews with expats in Stavanger. Its purpose is to share with everyone what your fellow expats are doing and also to help advertise the businesses/services/events that these expats are involved in. If you would like to or know of a business/enterprise to be interviewed, feel free to contact us!

Interview with Lisa Parmenter – the go-to lady for eyelash extensions!

Before

Where are you from?
Originally from a small town in North Wales called Criccieth but am based in Amlwch Anglesey now.

What brought you to Stavanger?
My partner got a contract working for Statoil and this was an opportunity to spend some time together as he often works away when at home.

How do you find living in this city?
At first just expensive and I didn’t know anyone initially but now I’ve got used to the currency and met a lot of people so it feels quite like home.

After

Any tips for expats new to Stavanger?
Try and meet as many people as possible: they can help you through the shock of the new and it is always good to have friends.

Can you tell me more about your service?
Essentially I do eyelash extensions to give length, thickness and fullness to a natural eyelash: it’s about going swimming or walking in the rain as there’s no mascara to run.

How long does a session take and how long do the lashes stay on?
Up to two hours for a first session but for infills maybe an hour or a little more. Eyelashes last from two weeks to two months depending on the cycle of the hair growth of the individual. Weekend lashes last seven to ten days – great for party time / an event / Christmas / Wedding etc.

How much do you charge?
800 NOK for a full set of lashes.
400 NOK for infills (every two to three weeks ).
Weekend lashes (last 7 to 10 days) 600 NOK.

How can you be contacted?
You can email me or call 4503 2951.

Thank you for your time, Lisa. I had my eyelash extensions done by Lisa and was extremely pleased with her service and the results. I definitely recommend her! Perfect for the upcoming Christmas season and other special occasions.

Christmas 2011

Fonda — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Happy Holidays from Stavanger Expats! We hope that you have found the site useful and taken some information along with you. We wish you all a wonderful holiday season. Below are a collection of articles about Christmas and New Years in Norway.

Christmas in Norway
This article is going to cover the traditional elements of Christmas in Norway. Please keep in mind that every family will celebrate differently, so while these should be the basics of every family – if the Norwegian family you know or are celebrating with don’t partake, you will at least know about them. Read More…

Christmas traditions in Norway
In ancient times, Christmas was a mid-winter sacrificial feast – a festival of lights marking the transition from the dark winter to spring and summer. Christmas was a time for celebrating the harvest, fertility, birth and death. In the 900s King Haakon I decided that the heathen custom of drinking Jul (Yule) was to be moved to December 25th, in honour of the birth of Jesus Christ. Read More…

Julebord in Norway
The Christmas season is a unique time of year in Norway and filled with many heartfelt and highly anticipated activities. For some, the most highly anticipated event of the work-life social calendar is the annual company Christmas party, better known as the company julebord. This is the event where company employees share Christmas cheer with each other julefryd and salute a productive year together. The event often times includes pre-drinks, dinner and dessert and some form of entertainment. Speeches by employees in the company are also quite usual. Read More…

Norwegian Christmas Food
Christmas time in Norway is one time of year that really shines as far as Norwegian culture and tradition. If you are attending a Christmas dinner in a Norwegian house, consider yourself in for a special treat. If not, don’t be intimidated to treat yourself and try preparing some of Norway’s Christmas dishes. Read More…

Merry Christmas and Half-Tax!
It’s December and welcome to the month of gift-giving! The Norwegian Government is not one to be left out. In December, Norwegians receive a tax-break of 50% to encourage holiday shopping, a very important part of the Norwegian Christmas. Read More…

Shopping In Stavanger
It may come as no surprise that Stavanger, the third largest city in Norway, often referred to as «Petroleum City» has a wealth of hidden niche shops and boutiques. With Christmas just around the corner, I’ll try to introduce you to all those shops that you might not have known about before and what to look, for whether you’re looking for a special gift or just out shopping for yourself! Read More…

Byrkjedalstunet – A True Norwegian Experience
Byrkjedalstunet hotel is a unique, cozy and intimate hotel where history is in the center. Natural, beautiful buildings, food, wine and comfort are bound together in a beautiful harmony. Byrkjedalstunet hotel is surrounded by Rogaland’s finest scenery and an excellent base for fine outdoor experiences for example: Lysefjord, Pulpit Rock, Kjerag, Månafossen, Gloppedalsura and the magnificent Jæren. We are known for good, traditional Norwegian food and serves everything from peasant fare to the finest food. Read More…

Celebrating the New Year in Norway
New Year’s in Norway is a family and social event. I would like to remind everyone also that how the holiday is celebrated will differ from family to family – this is just the general consensus. Norwegians love to bring in the New Year in high spirits of joy and happiness. You will find the Norwegians dressed in their best to bring in the New Year as well. Read More…

Now that December is here, the shops in the city centre and shopping malls are having longer opening hours. In addition, some even open on Sundays! All hours go back to normal the 26th of December.

Kvadrat
Mondays to Fridays: 10-22
Saturdays: 10-18
Sundays: 14-19
22nd December: 10-24

Kilden
From 12th to 23rd December, Mondays to Fridays: 10-22
Saturdays: 10-18
Sundays: 14-19
(December 4, 11, 18) Post office and Vinmonopolet not open Sundays.
24th December: 10-13
25th and 26th December : Closed
New Year’s Eve: 10-15

Arkaden Torgterrassen (Formerly Stavanger Storsenter)
From 5th December, Mondays to Fridays: 10-21
Saturdays: 10-18
Sundays: 14-19
23rd December: 10-21
24th December: 10-13
25th and 26th December : Closed
Romjul (27-30): 10 – 20
New Year’s Eve: 10-15

Magasin Blaa
Until the 23rd Mondays to Fridays: 10-21
Saturdays: 10-18
Sundays 11 and 18 December: 14-19
24th December: 10-13
25th and 26th December : Closed
New Year’s Eve: 10-15

Straen Senteret
From 12th to 23rd December, Mondays to Fridays: 10-21
Saturdays 10th and 17th December: 10-18
Sundays 11th and 18th December: 14-18
24th December: 10-13
25th and 26th December : Closed
New Year’s Eve: 10-15

Tvedt Senteret
From 5th to 23rd December, Mondays to Fridays: 10-22
Saturdays 11th and 18th December: 10-18
Sundays 4th, 11th and 18th December: 14-19
24th, 25th and 26th December : Closed
New Year’s Eve: 10-15

Christmas trees

Christmas trees are now available. There are many locations around town with them, if you know of one or know where the farms are leave a comment – as we do not know all the locations. Most notably are Kvadrat and Kilden, they have tree’s for sale in the surrounding parking lots. The average tree starts at 400,kr-.

Remember that when you purchase a tree that has been out in the cold you can shock it bringing it into your warm house. It is recommended to bring it into a basement or non heated room for a hour or more until bringing it into the warm house. Make sure that the tree has enough water too!

See the Christmas Events here!

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Norwegian Slang and Expressions used in Rogaland

Leasing a Car in Norway

Flying in and out of Stavanger: What You Need to Know

Importing a Vehicle to Norway

Expat Tea, Coffee & Coca Meetup

Mobile phones in Norway

Looking back over 2011

Holidays

General Articles

Food Related

Interviews

Local Events

Expat Events

Learning Norwegian in Stavanger: University of Stavanger

Interviews with Expats – Lisa Parmenter

Christmas 2011

Do you know of any Christmas time events, please share them with us!