FAQ
We appreciate that some of you may have questions regarding certain aspects of GFL or topics specific to Norway. Every time we answer a question we will seek to add them to the list below. Please do not hesitate to contact us at hello@gfl2025.com if you have questions other than those posted below.
General questions
March 30th – April 6th 2025 (sunday to sunday) in Hemsedal, Norway.
We are still working on the exact schedule, and it will be posted as it’s own page on our website in due time before GFL 2025. We will keep you posted in our newsletters.
Yes, we recommend using the national trip planner “ENTUR“
Yes, we recommend using the national travel guide “VisitNorway” .
There are similar guides to Oslo and Bergen.
Alcohol and tobacco
Yes, you can purchase alcohol in Norway. Alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content higher than 4.7% can only be purchased at Vinmonopolet. Beverages with lower alcohol content can be bought in grocery stores during specific hours. Hemsedal has a Vinmonopolet-store in the town center.
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Please note that there is no alcohol sale on sundays, except for the duty free shop at Oslo Airport – where alchohol and tobacco may be purchased at any time.
Vinmonopolet in Hemsedal
Mon-Thu: 10:00 – 17:00
Fri: 10:00 – 18:00
Sat: 10:00 – 16:00
Sun: Closed
Grocery stores
Mon-Fri: Until 20:00
Sat: Until 18:00
Sun: No alcohol sale
The opening hours of bars in Norway vary, but no bar is permitted to serve alcohol beyond 03:00 am.
The restriction on serving alcohol after 03:00 is intended to help prevent excessive consumption and the associated negative consequences, such as public disturbances, accidents, and health issues. These national regulations are in place to create a safer and more controlled drinking environment for both patrons and the general public.
No, establishments are prohibited from serving alcohol to individuals who are already overly intoxicated. This policy is in place to promote responsible drinking and prevent alcohol-related incidents.
Bars and pubs may refuse further service to individuals who appear overly intoxicated. In some cases, they may also offer assistance or contact authorities if necessary to ensure the individual’s safety.
No, it is generally not allowed to consume brought alcohol on the premises of bars or pubs. Establishments have their own liquor licenses and are legally authorized to serve alcohol purchased from their inventory.
Policies against consuming brought alcohol help establishments maintain control over the quality and safety of the beverages served on their premises. It also ensures compliance with legal regulations and supports the overall atmosphere and experience provided by the establishment.
The legal drinking age for purchasing and consuming alcohol in Norway is 18 years old. However, to purchase alcohol with an alcohol content above 22% from Vinmonopolet or at any bars/clubs, you must be at least 20 years old.
Yes, there are restrictions on consuming alcohol in public places in Norway. It is generally not allowed to consume alcohol in public spaces such as streets, parks, and public transportation, except for designated areas during special events.
For GFL 2025 there will be designated areas during our competitions.
Drinking in public will in most cases just lead to the police asking you to put your alcohol away. If they then catch you drinking publicly once more you may get a fine.
Aggressive drunken behavior can lead to fines or, in severe cases, arrest. Norwegian authorities take public order seriously, and disruptive behavior due to alcohol consumption can result in legal consequences.
In most cases police officers will just ask you to put your alcohol away, and if you oblige there will likely be no consequences.
Yes, you can bring alcohol into Norway from abroad, but there are limits. You are allowed to bring a limited amount of alcohol for personal use without paying duty or taxes. The limits vary depending on the type of alcohol. Below are some examples of DUTY FREE LIMITS*
*You may bring more than these limits, but then you need to declare your products, preferrably using the norwegian quota app (link).
Example 1: Spirits, wine, beer and tobacco
1 litre of spirits, 1.5 litres of wine (2 bottles) and 2 litres of beer (6 x 0.33 l)
+ 100 cigarettes or 125 g of other types of tobacco, and 100 sheets of cigarette paper.
Example 2: Wine, beer and tobacco
3 litres of wine (4 bottles) and 2 litres of beer (6 x 0.33 l)
+ 100 cigarettes or 125 g of other types of tobacco, and 100 sheets of cigarette paper.
Example 3: Beer and tobacco
5 litres of beer (15 x 0.33 l)
+ 100 cigarettes or 125 g of other types of tobacco, and 100 sheets of cigarette paper.
For more information regarding this matte, visit the official norwegian customs website (link) or download the norwegian Quota app (link). The app even lets you declare your alcohol if you want to bring more than the duty free limit
In Norway, you can legally consume alcohol in licensed establishments such as bars, pubs, night clubs and restaurants. These establishments typically have permits allowing them to serve alcohol to patrons on their premises.
Additionally, you can consume alcohol in private settings such as your own home, rented accommodations, or private gatherings where alcohol is permitted by the host.
It’s important to note that consuming alcohol in public spaces such as streets, parks, and public transportation is generally not allowed except for designated areas during special events. Violating these rules can result in fines or other legal consequences. Therefore, it’s best to consume alcohol responsibly and in compliance with local regulations.
In Norway, smoking tobacco and using snuff (snus) are regulated activities with specific restrictions on where they can be done legally.
Smoking Tobacco:
Indoor Public Spaces: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor public spaces, including hotels, bars, restaurants, offices, and public transportation.
Outdoor Public Spaces: Smoking is generally allowed in outdoor public spaces, but there may be specific regulations in place in certain areas, such as outdoor seating at restaurants or designated smoke-free zones in city centers.
Using Snuff (Snus):
Using snuff is generally allowed anywhere, as long as you dispose of it in the trash. Throwing it on the ground is considered littering, and may be fined.
It’s important to respect the regulations and guidelines regarding tobacco use in Norway to avoid fines or other legal consequences. Additionally, it’s essential to be considerate of others and mindful of designated smoking areas when smoking in outdoor public spaces.
Transportation during GFL 2025
Yes, Hemsedal has it’s very own ski bus, completely free of charge!
There are frequent departures between the Skistar Lodge, Fýri hotel, and the town center, as well as several daily departures each way for Ulsåk, Holdeskaret, and Tuv.
We will post the timetable on our website before GFL 2025.