Description
Proudly wave the timeless symbol of Norway's rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes with the flag of Norway!
Our Norwegian flags are made in America from premium nylon, a strong, durable fabric ideal for outdoor flying. Nylon is lightweight, which means it can fly regally even in gentle breezes. The Nordic cross design is digitally printed in bold, UV-resistant colors, helping prevent fading from sun exposure.
Each flag comes equipped with brass grommets and a sturdy canvas header, making it easy to attach to any of our outdoor flagpoles. The 3’ by 5’ flags of Norway are our bestselling option, and an excellent match for our 6’ tangle-free house-mounted flagpole.
Norway Flag Features
- Manufactured in the USA
- Authentic 1821 design
- 100% pure nylon
- Strong canvas heading
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
Looking for the formal version of this flag? Check out our Norway flags with gold fringe for indoor displays and parades.
Norway Flag Meaning & History
During the 16th to 19th centuries, Norway used the same flag as Denmark, the Dannebrog, because the two kingdoms were part of the same union. In 1814, Norway briefly became an independent nation before it united with Sweden, resulting in the creation of a new flag: the Swedish flag with a white saltire on a red background in the upper left corner.
The current flag of Norway first appeared in 1821, when parliament member Frederik Meltzer submitted several design proposals. The winning design was combined with the Swedish flag to create a new union flag. However, due to its unappealing appearance, this flag was nicknamed the ‘herring salad.’ The modern national flag of Norway, without any Swedish marks, was first flown in 1899, shortly before the dissolution of the union in 1905.
