Norway joins the tourist tax club as destinations in Europe fight back against visitors

Norway joins the tourist tax club as destinations in Europe fight back against visitors

A new 3% tax on overnight stays will fund infrastructure in areas overwhelmed by tourism

Norwegian officials have now passed a 3% tourist tax to help curb overtourism. The extra money will help fund infrastructure. (iStock)

Many tourists are drawn to Norway to witness the Northern Lights in person. (Reuters)

Norway joins European countries implementing a 3% tourist tax on overnight stays. (iStock)