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The Old Town in Fredrikstad, Norway - Photo: Fredrikstad Kommune
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The Old Town in Fredrikstad, Norway

Fredrikstad

Experience a rich cultural life, a bustling quayside and a cosy Old Town. Fredrikstad is proud to be the best preserved fortress town in Scandinavia.
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What to do

Need some good ideas on how to spend your leisure time? No problem, in Fredrikstad and Hvaler there is always a great choice of things to do.
Interest: Fishing, Water activites, Golfing, Riding & Sledging, Bird life

Attractions

Explore the well-kept fortress and Old Town. You can also visit the birthplace of the famous polar explorer Roald Amundsen and the Football Museums.
Interest: Buildings & Monuments, Museums & Galleries

Where to stay

There is a good choice of overnight accommodation, whether you are in town, by the sea or out in the countryside.
Interest: Where to stay

Tour suggestions

Fredrikstad has more to offer than a stroll on the ramparts. Enjoy a picnic and a walk along Glommastien or go island hopping in Hvaler.
Interest: Tour suggestions

Dining

In Fredrikstad you will find a menu that appeals to every palate - the exotic or traditional, the sophisticated or popular.
Interest: Food & Drink

Shopping

Hunt for curiosities in the Old Town or shop at the high street stores in the city centre.
Interest: Shopping

Getting here and around

Fredrikstad is situated 90 kilometres southeast of Oslo.
Interest: Getting here and around

About Fredrikstad

Key facts

Fredrikstad is a historical, yet modern town 100 kilometres south of Oslo. The Old Town is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions.

Tourist information

You will find comprehensive information at the tourist information offices in the Old Town and by the guest marina at the quayside in the town centre.
Interest: Tourist information
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