Poles in Norway - every year there are more and more of us in the "country of fjords". We come from different parts of Poland - from the sea to the mountains. We are looking for a better one in Scandinavia today and tomorrow. We believe that a new job will be the beginning of a new, better life - for us and for our whole family. We live here, we live - we have an acquaintance and friends (also among Norwegians and representatives of other nationalities), we work and develop our passions.
There are more and more of us….
People often come back from emigration - there are more and more of us here in Norway. It's worth taking a closer look at the statistics. 95 Poles officially live in Norway (January 700, 1.01.2016), which constitutes 1,83% of the total population. Isn't it impressive? We are currently the largest group among immigrants. We create extraordinary games - we share our knowledge, experience and skills with others.
Poles in Norway - let's go back
The first ones Poles in Norway They appeared immediately after the November Uprising (1830-1831). We were present at many important historical events in this country.
During World War II, Polish soldiers fought in the Battle of Narvik in 1940. It is worth mentioning that 185 people died in combat Poles and almost 200 were injured. Distinguished soldiers were buried at the cemetery in Ankenes near Narvik. Poles also took part in the fighting in Oslo and surroundings. In Vestre Gravlund cemetery 12 pilots, 2 prisoners of war and 22 Polish citizens cooperating with the Norwegian resistance movement were buried. In the 80s century, the first Poles emigrated in the period "Solidarity" activities in our country. The biggest boom in economic emigration took place at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Poles in Norway - we are amazing ...
For a long time, we have been running the series "Poles are extraordinary" on our website - we present interesting and inspiring stories. We have incredible passions, to which we often devote ourselves 100% and infect others with them. Among us there are enthusiasts of automotive experiences and motor trips to the fjords - especially extreme conditions. For the duration of operation Wataha radio we had amazing conversations with sailor enthusiasts, wrestling coaches, lecturers and teachers who give their hearts to their students and physiotherapists. Some of us have opened their own businesses here in the field of tourism, hotel management or the above-mentioned medicine and physiotherapy.
Worth reading: Ordinary people and their extraordinary stories - an interview with Andrzej
Poles in Norway. And you? How is life in Norway? Contact us. We look forward to seeing you and your inspiring stories.
