Radio in Norway

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There are many radio stations in Norway. For a more comprehensive list see List of Norwegian-language radio stations. Norway is in the process of transitioning all radio stations away from FM broadcasting to Digital Audio Broadcasting only. The switch-over will begin in 2017.[1]

NRK

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NRK radio channels are the most prominent stations in Norway. NRK radio is available on FM, DAB and internet radio. The main channels are:

  • NRK P1 is the biggest channel in Norway, offering a variety of programs for the vast majority. News headlines every hour.
  • NRK P2 is the cultural channel, offering a daily morning news program, as well as classical music.
  • NRK P3 is the youth channel, with new popular and often Norwegian music.

NRK also broadcasts specialized radio channels:

Other major channels

  • P4 is a commercial radio station, broadcasting popular music, with some light programs. P4 is most commonly heard in cars.
  • Radio Norge broadcasting popular music, similar to P4.

Regional radio stations

These stations are available in several larger Norwegian cities

Local radio stations

For a list of local radio stations in Norway, see List of Norwegian radio stations.

Internet radio

Stations with a Norwegian target audience that only broadcast on the Internet.

References

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