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Outdoor Life Norway - Spring semester 26

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 05.01.2026
  • Price: from 76 300,-
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Environmental certification:
    DebioFairtrade
  • Location: Sogndal
  • Study tour: Lofoten

Do you want to join us in winter's coolest and most beautiful classroom? We have handpicked the best that Norwegian outdoor life has to offer, and through our trips, we will experience the vast divers

We head out on a variety of ski trips – sometimes with a daypack, other times with a heavy backpack – experiencing everything from mountain ski tours and building snow caves to exploring magical blue ice caves. When spring arrives and the snow melts, we travel to Hoddevika to surf and enjoy the waves along the coast.

Throughout the year, it’s all about learning how to feel at home in nature, in any weather. You’ll get a solid and versatile introduction to outdoor life, with both individual skills and teamwork in focus. Whether you are experienced or a beginner, you will be challenged, develop new skills, and create strong bonds with your fellow adventurers.

A highlight of the year is our trip to the Lofoten Islands, where dramatic mountains rise straight from the sea and colorful fishing villages line the wild coast. On clear winter nights, the northern lights dance across the sky. Here you may try fishing like locals have done for generations, or simply enjoy the peace and spectacular scenery.

We also explore some of Norway’s most unique outdoor areas, travel sustainably, and focus on leaving small footprints in grand nature. Along the way, there will be nights under the open sky, conversations around the fire, cabin trips, and unforgettable days in tents.

This will be a year filled with magical moments, powerful nature experiences, and true outdoor joy!

Between towering mountains and the deep Sognefjord, everything is set for a year filled with experiences, personal growth, and lifelong friendships. At our school, learning goes beyond the classroom—it becomes a home. And this home is filled with people, just like you, who are ready to create unforgettable memories.

Here, the classroom isn’t confined by four walls—it extends to the entire landscape around us! From steep mountain peaks to deep fjords, the opportunities are endless. You’ll learn by experiencing, exploring, and actively participating in everything we do together.

Throughout the year, you’ll enjoy warm evenings by the fjord and crisp winter days surrounded by powder snow. You’ll feel the contrasts, the freedom, and the pure joy of being present in the moment. No matter which program you choose, we offer a daily life where you can embrace everything Sogndal has to offer—both in nature and together with your fellow students.

We are committed to making this a year that truly matters.

We Care

ABOUT YOU: As an open-minded folk high school, we believe in the value of each individual and strive to ensure that you have the opportunity to shape your own daily life.

ABOUT WHAT YOU EAT: Our sustainable food philosophy is about serving meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious and rooted in environmentally conscious choices.

ABOUT THE FUTURE: Here, you will learn to take responsibility for both yourself and your surroundings. We want you to leave our school with hope for a better future and the courage to create positive change.

Sogndal Folk High School stands for a GENEROUS, OPEN, RESPONSIBLE, AND SAFE learning environment. Everyone is welcome here, and we embrace a culture of openness and inclusivity. Our core values are reflected in everything we do, and you will experience personal growth through achievement and shared joy with others.

 

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