Books that inspire you to explore more
Learn something new before you set off, find inspiration for your next adventure and discover more about the natural world.
Explore outdoor handbooks, nature guides and books from the Arctic and Antarctic. Discover hiking and travel guides from Cicerone and Lonely Planet too.
Books for knowledge and new skills
Handbooks on climbing, first aid, kayaking, touring skating and photography – plus nature guides to enrich your time outdoors. Several titles are in Swedish; check the language on the product page.
Stora boken om klättring
A comprehensive reference covering climbing technique, belaying, knots, rappelling, sport climbing and trad climbing. For new and experienced climbers.
Vildmarksmedicin
Practical first aid and medical preparedness for hiking, paddling, climbing and expeditions – when professional help is far away.
Turskøyting i Norge
The first complete guide to tour skating in Norway, with practical advice and local knowledge.
Stora boken om kajakpaddling
More than 420 pages on technique, navigation, safety, rescue and equipment.
Flora för fjällvandrare
A richly illustrated flora that makes mountain plants easier to identify.
Äventyrsfoto
Practical guidance on equipment, composition and visual storytelling outdoors and while travelling.
Books from the Arctic and Antarctic
Photography, natural history, research and field guides from the polar regions. Discover books that offer new knowledge and inspiration to explore further. Explore maps, wall maps and the complete Norwegian Polar Institute range →
Svalbard fra lufta
See Svalbard from a perspective few people experience. Spectacular aerial photographs reveal glaciers, mountains, coastal landscapes and traces of human activity, accompanied by texts on geology, wildlife and cultural heritage.
Geoscience Atlas of Svalbard
An impressive atlas featuring around 170 maps and 400 photographs.
Going with the Floe
The story of the N-ICE2015 expedition and its research into Arctic sea ice.
Life of the Antarctic Ice
Accessible science about Antarctica, richly illustrated with maps and photographs.
Marine Mammals of Svalbard
Identify whales, seals, walruses and other marine mammals around Svalbard.
Norge i Antarktis
From Amundsen’s expedition to modern research at Troll Research Station.
Norway in the Antarctic
Norway’s Antarctic history, from the South Pole to modern polar research.
Svalbards fugler og pattedyr
A richly illustrated guide to the archipelago’s distinctive wildlife.
The Place Names of Svalbard
More than 500 pages on the geography and history behind Svalbard’s place names.
From outdoor skills to new destinations
Outdoor books and travel books share a desire to discover more. Looking for detailed routes for your next walking holiday, or ideas for somewhere new to go? Explore these two publishers.
Cicerone
For exploring new areas on foot and beyond. Discover guides for walking, long-distance trails and other active adventures, with practical descriptions to help you plan.
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From travel dreams and nature experiences to practical country and regional guides. Find inspiration for your next destination and experiences to combine with outdoor adventures.
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