50: Norwegian Easter – Chickens, Skiing, Mysteries, and Knitting

from Anne's Norwegian Knitting · host Anne Fjeld

In this episode, Anne and Steph explore what Easter looks like in Norway – and it’s probably very different from what you’re used to. From week-long mountain trips and outdoor waffles to Easter chickens, mystery novels, and knitted decorations, Norwegian Easter traditions blend nature, culture, and cozy creativity. You’ll hear about: Why Easter in Norway starts early and often means a full week off The tradition of going to the mountains Bringing spring indoors with branches and decorations Knitted Easter eggs and chickens Why Norwegians eat so many eggs Outdoor skiing, campfires, and Easter backpacks Kvikk Lunsj and Solo – the classic Easter treats Norway’s obsession with Easter crime stories Mystery stories on milk cartons Easter mystery knit-alongs and kaftas This episode is a cozy cultural deep dive into one of Norway’s most unique seasonal traditions – where knitting, nature, and mystery all come together. Click here to watch it on YouTube: Podcast Episode 50 on YouTube   Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast00:40 Back From Vacation01:27 Norway Easter Week Off06:02 Mountains and Spring Light07:12 Bringing Branches Indoors11:00 Hanging Eggs and Knits13:15 Feathers and Shrovetide18:25 Tulips as Spring Signs19:48 Outdoor Waffles Tradition24:17 Easter Bunny Arrives24:57 Easter Chickens Not Bunnies26:10 Ski Trips And Campfires27:59 Kvikk Lunsj Trail Chocolate30:24 Solo Soda Easter Staple31:46 Easter Crime Craze35:18 Train Robbery Origin Story37:19 Milk Carton Mysteries42:45 Mystery Knit Along Kafta47:31 Easter Knits And Farewell Link to transcript and shownotes

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