u/francetrois242

I'm preparing my next trip, coming from Belgium, and would like to go up the North Cape through Sweden and then down Norway's coast (or other way around, idc). I can take 3 weeks off at a time at work, maybe 3 and a half. The road between Belgium and North Cape will already take 5 days (don't plan to do any sightseeing in Sweden).

So, I have multiple questions.

• Would roughly 16-20 days be enough to road trip the whole country from North Cape to Kristiansand ? Or would I be better off doing only the North for that time, maybe down to Trondheim, and come back the next year for the west-southern-fjord part, maybe for a shorter 10 days trip ?
• From what I researched online, I'd be going in the second half of September - first week of October. But I see some important ferries like Gryllefjord-Andenes will be closing by then. Could I still make it work ? Or is it better to leave a bit earlier ? I really want to see the Northern lights, and I saw that late September is better than late August-early September for that.

FIY, things that could help me make my choice. I'm travelling alone, light (rooftop tent on small SUV), and I'd like to do some hiking. I also love photography and will spend some time on that during the trip.

Also, small SUV but FWD only. Good winter tires though.

Hey, I'm from Belgium and in the past years I could access all the All Blacks match from the NZR+ app for free (or a small fee I'm not sure) because no broadcasters has the rights for them here.
I missed the first 2 matches of the year and want to watch the Ireland match this weekend, but not sure where to...

I know I could use a VPN for ITVX or TF1+ but I'd really like the NZ commentary... Anyone know of anything ?

Thanks !

PS: I'm not asking for any illegal website, I'd be happy to pay if needed !

EDIT : indeed from countries without tv broadcast rights, all nations championship matches are available on super rugby pacific YouTube Channel for free ! (Live and replays)