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Arendal
The whole family will enjoy Arendal. Here you will find a wonderful mix of the southern archipelago with the possibility of boat trips and beach life, varied activities and a multitude of events and concerts throughout the year.
Tvedestrand
The narrow, winding streets with their old and slightly rickety wooden houses that almost cling to steep slopes are so idyllic that they will almost take your breath away. Here you can stroll around in peace and quiet while enjoying the good southern…
Risør
The white city by Skagerrak", is today considered one of the best-preserved wooden town in Europe. Risør has a long tradition of building wooden boats, which you can see during the Wooden Boat Festival every summer. Risør also…
Setesdal
The Setesdal valley is centrally located in Southern Norway and easily accessible from continental Europe. The highway RV9 passes through many villages and the landscape varies from flat countryside to wild and beautiful mountains…
Lillesand
In the idyllic center of Lillesand you will find exciting shops and art galleries, fun experiences and pleasant restaurants, close together along the guest harbour. We look forward to welcoming you, all year round.
Kristiansand
Southern Norway's capital offers concerts, art and food experiences all year round. A perfect destination whether you are traveling with your family, group of friends or girlfriend.
Sirdal
In Sirdal you can go on mountain walks, climb, go skiing, see wild reindeer and experience the Suleskarvegen and other nature-based experiences. Sirdal delivers great experiences all year round. From Sirdal, it is also a short drive to Rogaland with…
Flekkefjord
In the city where East meets West, you can experience over 30 pieces of street art, making it a living gallery. Try dressage cycling on the cultural monument Flekkefjordbanen, or enjoy the island pearl Hidra. Welcome to Flekkefjord!
Kvinesdal
In Kvinesdal you will find a rich cultural offer and exciting activities all year round. The beautiful scenery from the Fedafjord and the valley that stretches inland surrounded by high mountains provides several characteristic landmarks, and…
Farsund
The center of Farsund meets you at first as a typical white southern town, but if you look further, you discover that it is much, much more. Kaperbyen, The American Lista, Trappebyen, Rederbyen or Kaperredet - dear child has many names.
Lyngdal
Lyngdal is a gem in Southern Norway with a diverse and varied landscape that will take your breath away. Whether you are looking for sea, forest or mountains, you will find what you are looking for here. Lyngdal also has a rich range of activities…
Lindesnes
In Norway's southernmost destination, you can experience everything from Norway´s southernmost ppoint Lindesnes, small-town charm in Mandal to the wilderness in Marnardal. Here you can add family holidays, company events, group trips…
Grimstad
Be charmed by white wooden houses, narrow streets and cozy alleys. In Grimstad you will find niche shops, award-winning eateries and beautiful coastal scenery. Throughout the year, Grimstad has a vibrant cultural life for young and old. Everything is…
Risør
The white city by the Skagerrak", is today considered one of the best-preserved wooden towns in Europe. Risør has a long tradition of building wooden boats, which you can see during the Tree Boat Festival every summer. Risør also…
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Inspiration
Change the view - Boost your relationship in Southern Norway
Give your relationship a boost in Southern Norway. Norwegian psychologist and relationship expert…
Camping in Southern Norway
On the coast of Southern Norway you will experience a wonderful mix of picturesque towns, clean-cut…
Hunted Into The Wild
Hunted Into The Wild is a program on the Dutch channel NPO1 where we follow 6 duos who try to hide…
Active experiences in Southern Norway
Southern Norway is a great place for an active holiday, with a wide range of outdoor activities…
Here you will find information that is useful when planning your trip to Sørlandet. FAQ, travel suggestions and information on how to get around.
Cool down in Southern Norway
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Southern Norway is a fantastic destination if you're looking to escape the heat and cool down…
Winter in Southern Norway part 8: Knaben, Lista and Lindesnes
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We spend two nights in a longhouse in Lista before taking the ferry in Kristiansand. From Lista, we…
Winter in Southern Norway part 7: A husky adventure in Southern Norway: a quintessential winter buck
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Sirdal is the place in Southern Norway where you can check off a bucket list item if a dog sledding…
Winter in Southern Norway part 6: Skiing in Setesdal's southernmost ski area: Bortelid
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Located 100 kilometers from Kristiansand, Bortelid in Setesdal holds the title of Norway's…
Winter in Southern Norway part 5: Brokke, guaranteed a snow-sure destination
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Discovering the silver lining of your ski holiday becomes reality when you venture out with your…
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Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda
Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda is the newest hotel in Kristiansand and located on the city beach. Go…
Scandic Sørlandet
Scandic Sørlandet is located near Kristiansand Zoo & Amusement Park (Dyreparken)…
Dyreparken - Kristiansand Zoo and amusement park
Kristiansand Zoo and amusement park - Dyreparken - is situated only 11 km (6 miles) east of…
Kunstsilo Nordic art museum in Kristiansand
Kunstsilo in Kristiansand is a new, modern art museum and an iconic cultural landmark that has…
KUBEN Aust-Agder museum and archives
KUBEN (the Cube) is part of the Aust-Agder museum and archive, and is located in the country's…
The Ibsen-museum in Grimstad
In 1843, a 15-year-old Henrik Ibsen came to Grimstad to work as an apprentice for apothecary…
Sommerbris
Sørland's largest music festival for those over 20 years old. Summer Breeze takes place…
Rail biking tour at Flekkefjordbanen
This tour combines a fantastic nature experience together with a fascinating architectural insight…
The Maritime Museum in Aust-Agder
The museum is situated by the beautiful fjord, Vikkilen in Hasseldalen in Grimstad, only a few…
Odderøya museumshavn - museum harbour
In Lille Nodeviga at Odderøya museumshavn (museum harbour) you can borrow a…
Kristiansand museum
Kristiansand museum is located at Kongsgård and consists of the open-air museum…
Kristiansand kanonmuseum Cannon Museum
Kristiansand kanonmuseum (cannon museum) Møvik Fortress outside Kristiansand was built by the…
Gimle Gård Manor house
The Vest-Agder-Museum Gimle Gård is an old manor house dating from about 1800. Gimle…
Sjølingstad Uldvarefabrik
Sjølingstad Woolen Mill was founded in 1894. Today, the factory is a living museum facility…
Flekkefjord museum
Flekkefjord museum consists of an old merchant's house in the old town "Hollenderbyen…
Lista museum
Lista Museum has many places to visit in Farsund municipality, including Nordberg fort…
Tingvatn fornminnepark
Tingvatn fornminnepark historical park in Hægebostad is situated at the old viking…
Kilden teater og konserthus performing arts centre
Kilden teater og konserthus - Performing Arts Centre - in Kristiansand is the home of Agder Regional…