Boat Trip to car-free Merdø island
Take a boat trip to Arendal's beloved excursion spot - MERDØ this weekend. Rediscover peace and tranquility on a stroll along the island's overgrown paths, far away from car noise and the hustle of the city.





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Merdø Route with Trau & Pellærn Timetable to and from Merdø The ferry runs every Saturday and Sunday from May 10th to June 23rd, no route on May 17th. From the 23rd of June until 10th of August the ferry has daily departures. From Arendal: 10:30 – 11:30 – 12:30 – 13:30 – 14:30 – (from June 23rd to August 10 also at 15:30 and 16:30) From Merdø: 11:00 – 12:00 – 13:00 – 14:00 – 15:00 – (from June 23rd to August 10 also at 16:00 and 17:00) Tickets can be purchased on board, or by pressing the "Bestill nå" button. By purchasing tickets online, you are guaranteed a place on the ferry.
We also recommend our rebooking guarantee, which can be selected when purchasing online (NOK 10 per person). This allows you to change the ticket to another time or day up to two hours before departure.The boats can be rented for large and small groups all year round.
Last Updated: 05/12/2025
Source: Arendal Turistkontor
Boat Trip to car-free Merdø island