The small alleys in Lübeck's Old Town are a result of medieval urban sprawl.

A bold and controversial statue of a Christmas icon, blending adult undertones with playful humor, stands year-round in a traffic circle.

This cone-shaped bomb shelter, modeled on German design, is a rare WWII relic that never saw use but still looms over the harbor.

This unlikely 1980s relic at a bus station recalls the New York real estate tycoon before his political career.

This enchanting spring, steeped in local lore and a touch of royal history, was said to be the place where newborns were collected, rather than being delivered by storks.

Located within military grounds, this one-legged bronze soldier poignantly showcases the human cost of war.

This massive monument has been telling the time for 150 years—at a slight angle.

This striking sculpture of a supermodel in a yoga pose challenges traditional public art.

This striking structure, with balconies jutting out like hedgehog spines, combine cutting-edge design with a playful approach to light and space.

Unexpectedly standing in a glade, this large group of life-sized, 3D-printed clay figures captures the essence of local young people.

This mysterious sign claims an American astronomer haunts the building—but is it true?

A 200-year-old collection of medical paraphernalia in a historic house.

This record shop and unofficial black metal museum is an ode to Oslo's heaviest musical export.

A microbiologist-chef is slinging noodles with hyperlocal Nordic ingredients.

This handsomely carved wooden church is more than 800 years old.

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.

An artist's mausoleum with a haunting echo.

The Brutalist building harbors an unusual inverted dome that swoops down over its central sacred room.

The painter of "The Scream" is laid to rest under a stoic bust of himself in the humble corner of an Oslo cemetery.

The urinal, known by many names and designated as a Norwegian Cultural Heritage Site for its simple and functional design, stands as a testament to old gay history in Norway.

This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

Tens of thousands of tiny bottles stuffed with various items.