Welcome to Southern Norway

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Southern Norway consists of exciting destinations that have their own unique characteristics. Click on the map to read more about each destination and plan your trip.

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…