Norway Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Norway:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Norway |
| Capital City | Oslo |
| Population | 5,421,241 |
| Land Area | 323,802 km² |
| Official Currency | NOK (Krone) |
| Official Languages | Norwegian |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 60.47°N, 8.47°E |
What is Norway?
Norway is a European nation located at coordinates 60.47°N, 8.47°E. Its capital city is Oslo, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 323,802 km² and is home to a population of approximately 5,421,241 residents. The official currency used is NOK (Krone), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are Norwegian.
Geographically, Norway is positioned in Europe's UTC+1 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, Norway maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore Norway on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Norway. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Norway upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Norway borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Norway?
The capital of Norway is Oslo. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Norway part of the European Union?
No, Norway is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Norway?
The official currency of Norway is NOK (Krone) and the official language(s) spoken is/are Norwegian.