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The March of the Norwegians
Southern Norway, or Sørlandet as it is called in Norwegian, is Norway’s most popular summer destination among Norwegians. Every year they descend in great number to the southernmost part of Norway, but the outside world is completely oblivious to this. Have a peek at Norway’s best-kept secret.
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Under: Michelin star restaurant in southernmost Norway
Southernmost Norway received it's first Michelin star when Under underwater restaurant in Lindesnes was awarded one star in the 2020 edition of the prestigious Michelin guide.
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Top attractions in Southern Norway
Top attractions in Southern Norway. Visit Norway’s southernmost point, ride a vintage train, visit the underwater restaurant and explore the nature in Raet national park.
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Top activities in Southern Norway
Go skiing, climbing or rafting. Enjoy festivals and other cultural events or visit one of the many museums.
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Raet National Park
Raet is Southern Norway’s national park. Raet National Park extends from Grimstad, through Arendal and on to Lyngør in Tvedestrand. The park was created in 2016 to protect this special natural area.
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Sustainable destinations in Southern Norway
Southernmost Norway have two regions labelled as sustainable destinations; Lindesnes and Setesdal. Sustainable Destination is the Nordic region’s only national labelling scheme for travel destinations.
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In Tvedestrand you can stroll between white wooden houses on narrow cobbled streets with a bookshop on every corner. Sandøya island has…
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An old pirate town, thousands of birds, miles of beaches, and a little piece of America – discover Farsund and Lista.
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Street art, the Dutch Quarter, rail biking, and idyllic nature await in Flekkefjord, the westernmost city in Southern Norway.
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Kristiansand is the southernmost city in Norway. Kristiansand is also declared the children's city, because of all the funny activities…
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The Evje area offers activities like rafting, climbing, safaris and trekking, and also attractions like a mineral park with child-friendly activities.
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Hovden is located in upper Setesdal and is the largest ski destination in the southern part of Norway. The area offers great opportunities…
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Sørlandet Feriesenter "Southern Norway holiday centre" is a family camp site with lots of activities, located by the Sandnes Fjord between Risør and…
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Tingsaker Family Camping is located right in the middle of Southern Norway with a 5 minutes walk to Lillesand City.
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5-star campsite with own beach
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Sandnes Camping is an open and sunny camping ground. Guests can enjoy peace and quiet with a view over the Mandalselva River, or go exploring in the…
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Høgetveits Naturcamp is the perfect choice when you need a relaxing holiday, far away from the stress and strain of everyday life.
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Stay at Mineralparken in the old "Setesdalshus" (cog-joint timber house) from the 1700s, a the campsite or go "glamping" in yurts.
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A family friendly - 5 stars - holiday centre just a few km east of Kristiansand, in the middle of the beautiful skerries.
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Welcome to Sølvgarden Hotell og Feriesenter! Here you will find modern accommodation and wonderful food.
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Isefjærleiren - Sørlandet's Naturist Centre - is the perfect place for naturists from both Norway and abroad.
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Ten minutes walk from the town centre.
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Campsite in Homborsund
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This is Norway's southernmost campsite – only 3.5 km from Lindesnes, the southernmost point on the Norwegian mainland.
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Camping, cottages and apartments in scenic surroundings in beautiful Sørfjorden.
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TrollAktiv is located 70 km north of Kristiansand and 7km north of Evje on Rv 9. We offer accommodation in cabins, apartments, tepee tents,…
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Bortelid Camping is a year round camp ground located at Tjaldal in Åseral, with 220 ser en helårs campingplass beliggende på Tjaldal i Åseral. Plassen…
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The Mineral Park offers accommodation in peaceful and picturesque surroundings in Evje, by the river Otra.
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Hove leirsenter is idyllically located on the island Tromøy outside Arendal, surrounded by Skagerrak, Hovekilen and beautiful hiking areas.
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On the top of the Setesdal Valley, 2.7 km north of central Hovden, you find Hovden Fjellstoge. In beautiful surroundings close to the river Otra,…
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Sjøsanden Feriesenter is located in Furulunden, next to the famous Sjøsanden beach in Mandal.
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Solstrand camping is idyllically situated at the mouth of the Audna river, 55 km west of Kristiansand.
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On a peninsula in the skerries of Grimstad.
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A cozy campsite right beside the sea.
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Suleskard Fjellsenter is scenicly set next to the lake in Suleskar.
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Campsite with an idyllic location at the bay of Fevik
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Open all year! Neset Camping is a peaceful, 4-star campsite situated in beautiful surroundings on a headland overlooking Byglandsfjorden, by Highway…
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By the foot of the Selura lake you will find Egenes Camping, one of Norway's first campsites dating back to 1930.
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Lomsesanden Family Camping is a family campsite situated right outside Farsund.
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Just 1 km. from Lista Lighthouse, you will find Lista Flypark Hotel & Appartements.
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Skottevik, one of the most popular holiday centre in the South of Norway is located along the southern coast between Kristiansand and Lillesand.
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Welcome to Pan Garden in Åmli. Stay over night at Pan Garden surrounded by beautiful nature.
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Hamre camping is locatedby the 3 km long beach Hamresanden. Close to Kristiansand Zoo and Kristiansand Kjevik Airport.
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Family operated cabin rental service...
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Odden Camping is a quiet and idyllic camp site with great opportunities for swimming. 500 metres from central Evje, access from the main road Rv 9.
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Affordable accommodation with great surroundings and views.
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A small and quiet camping place with space for about 18 camper units and 3 cabins with 2, 3 and 5 beds. There are also campervan facilities. The…
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Tonstadli is located one kilometer from the friendly village of Tonstad.
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Canvas Hove offers accommodation a little bit out of the ordinary. Try a glamping tent. Or how about a night in a cocoon?
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Åros Feriesenter is a popular holiday and activity centre offering high-quality accommodation and outdoor areas – situated just 15 minutes from…
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A hidden place for many tourists, but perfectly located just far enough away from town to keep some privacy - even along the popular southern coast.
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Nidelv Camping is beautifully located on the island Hisøy, by the bank of the river Nidelva. The camping ground is only 5 kms from Arendal town.
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Cabins, boats and fishing. Kilefjorden, a 3-star campsite, is located along highway 9 in Setesdal, 45 km north of Kristiansand. In these beautiful…
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Sageneset Feriesenter is in an idyllic loaction on a peninsula between Tjørhom and Solheim.
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Campingsite by the Sørfjorden, only 12 kilometers from the center of Risør.
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Roligheden Camping is centrally located in Kristiansand, just 3 kilometres from the centre and ferry terminal. Roligheden Camping has 150 pitches for…
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Just one hour's drive from Kristiansand! Idyllic family campsite by the lake of Byglandsfjorden, next to Highway 9. Trampoline, playground, kiosk,…
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Borshavn has a breakwater facility that monitors the fishing harbour towards the sea.
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Villmarkscamp is a family and fishing camp site in a beautiful setting on the banks of river Mandalselva with plenty of room for caravans, camper vans…
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Dyreparken Safaricamp is a new accommodation alternative opening in Kristiansand Zoo and amusement park the summer of 2019.
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Brevik Camping is beautifully located by the seaside in Homborsund.
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The campsite is situated in beautiful surroundings, just 25 kilometer from Kristiansand.
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Dyreparken motorhome camp opens Wednesday, July 1, 2020, and is idyllically located right next to the Dyreparken zoo and family park outside of…
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Kvåsfossen Camping is a small cozy campsite located by the river Lygna below Kvåsfossen.
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Kvavik Camp is a sheltered and quiet family camping with kid friendly beach close by Lyngdal. It offers accommodation in cottages and apartments, as…
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Farsund campervan camping is located on Farøy in central Farsund which is in close proximity to the sea with a great park and fishing.
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Knaben Camping is located in the historical mining town of Knaben. It can accommodate 36 RVs.
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A perfect caravan parking in Lillesand centre for those who wish for that little special something.
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The campsite offers accommodation in apartments and double rooms in various sizes and price ranges, in addition to that they have sites for caravans,…
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BiG Bed & Breakfast in Grimstad is open for bed & breakfast and camping.
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Where to park your caravan and motor home in Kristiansand, Southern Norway.
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Situated in Setesdal by the Otra, about 6 km north of Valle. 3-star campsite with cabins and modern sanitary facilities.
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Arendal Herregaard SPA & Resort offers rental of glamorous glamping tents on Tromøy in the middle of Raet National Park.
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On Justøya in Lillesand you will find, is the traditional Justøyfamiliens bibelcamping. Here you can rent a cabin, set up a tent or park the motorhome…
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Kallefoss cabin village is situated in Dale, 5 km north of Valle, new amenity block of high standard for the season 2010.
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Motorhome parking near Arendal city.
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Risør has a dedicated area for camper vans in Tjenna which is located five minutes walking distance from the main street in Risør.
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In beautiful surroundings, near the river, only 9 km north of Valle, are facilities for caravanettes with hook-up points for electricity and water.
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Sarons Dal Camping offers a secluded and tranquil getaway for the whole family.
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Sigridnes campsite in Åmli is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Nidelva.
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Hornnes Camping was established in 1934 and have been affiliated with NAF (Norwegian Automobile Federation) since 1936. We have 110 spaces for rent,…
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Where to park your caravan in Flekkefjord, Southern Norway.
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Willkommen auf dem Alléen-Parkplatz für Wohnmobile im Zentrum von Lyngdal.
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Reiårsfossen Camping (May-Sept.) Hostel, 28 rooms - 49 beds 7 camping cabins - 28 beds Tent/caravans/caravanettes Kiosk Function rooms available by…
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In the summer of 2021, a new motorhome parking will open at Kongsgård (Lund) in Kristiansand.
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RV-camping in Kvinesdal - Kr 100,- per day
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Camping by the river Otra! Campsite with 14 cabins for 2 to 5 persons. Situated near the river Otra, 3 km south of Evje. Kiosk. Renovated sanitary…
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Motorhome parking in a seaside setting.
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Magnificent views of the Nomelands mountains and beautiful natural landscape.
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TrollAktiv rafting and activity center in Evje, Southern Norway have over twenty different outdoor sport activities.
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Explore the Flekkefjord railway line. Stunning nature scenes offer visitors a great day out. Suitable for the whole family, young children included.…
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Temporarily closed in 2021
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Kristiansand Zoo and amusement park- Dyreparken - is the most visited attraction for families with children in Norway. Explore Nordic wilderness and…
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The salmon staircase iat Nasjonalt Villakssenter - Kvåsfossen, consist of concrete stairs built into a 220 metre long tunnel at the Kvås waterfall in…
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One of Grimstad's main attractions!
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Adventure Norway in Marnardal offers great activities in a beautiful and quiet environment.
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"Via Ferrata" is Italian for iron road. This is a climbing route where you are secured to the rock by means of a steel cable. There are also iron…
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The factory was built in 1894, and has been designated a national monument to the textile industry in Norway.
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Visit Lista lighthouse. In addition to the lighthouse tower, you'll find a visitor centre, tourist information and bird watching station. You can also…
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Visit "Klatreskogen", the high wire adventure park just beside the Mineral Park "Mineralparken" in Evje.
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The Mineral Park is the activity park for the whole family.
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Kristiansand museum, is southern Norway's largest historical museum.
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A historical defence museum that features a heavy German coastal defence battery from 1940-45, with the world's second largest land-based cannon (337…
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Narrow gauge preserved railway line (1,067 mm gauge) situated in Vennesla near Kristiansand and using steam locomotives and carriages which are over…
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Lindesnes Lighthouse is Norway's oldest dating back to 1656. It occupies the southernmost tip of the Norwegian mainland – 2518 km from the North…
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Experience an exciting world from the treetops at Høyt & Lavt Kristiansand!
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Sørlandsbadet is a water park in Lyngdal that has a small and shallow pool for small children, diving boards and a deep pool for older kids and adults…
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Næs Jernverksmuseum is one of the best preserved ironworks in Norway, unique in Europe. Playground and arranged children activities throughout July.
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The science centre in Arendal is great fun for the whole family. Test, design, build and experiment with science.
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The Risør Aquarium is the only saltwater aquarium between Oslo and Stavanger which has over 100 different kinds of fish and seawater creatures. A fun…
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Embark on a voyage with the old wood-fired steamship Bjoren from 1866. Every Sunday in June, July and August there is a 2.5-hour round trip, starting…
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KUBEN Museum in Arendal.
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The Merdø museum is a small coastal farm kept as it was in about 1800. Beautiful surroundings on the island makes this a popular summer holiday spot.
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Ferry between Gjeving and Lyngør, a beautiful island in Southern Norway.
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The horizontal potholes at Brufjell were created during the Ice Age some 20.000 years ago when the sea level was higher. The potholes lie horizontally…
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Visit the potholes at Sild, 25 minutes driving southwest of Risør. The potholes here are the largest in Northern Europe and are very popular during…
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Lindesnes Lighthouse is Norway's oldest dating back to 1656. It occupies the southernmost tip of the Norwegian mainland – 2518 km from the North…
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Enjoy a tasty meal at the Stangholmen lighthouse summer restaurant or a cold drink in the bar in the old lighthouse tower.
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Sørlandet Feriesenter "Southern Norway holiday centre" is a family camp site with lots of activities, located by the Sandnes Fjord between Risør and…
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Farsund Resort, a holiday resort with traditional cabins and attractive guest harbour, nestles in an idyllic part of Southern Norway near Farsund.
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The old shipyard in Ny-Hellesund is a unique project in Søgne and culinary adventures and art will be a important part of the shipyard.
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Visit Lista lighthouse. In addition to the lighthouse tower, you'll find a visitor centre, tourist information and bird watching station. You can also…
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Lindesnes Havhotell has a unique location, at Båly Pier in Lindesnes, in the midst of beaches and smooth rock slopes leading down to the sea.
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Tregde Ferie is located in an idyllic setting with views of the Tregde archipelago just east of Mandal.
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See our amazing archipelago from a boat. We offer charter tours, taxi boats and ferry routes in Arendal and surrounding.
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Bjørnevåg Resort is beautifully located by the Spind fjord between Lyngdal and Farsund.
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M/B Øya is one of the few remaining ferry boats which are still in a regular route during the summer. The trip between Lillesand and Kristiansand is a…
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A beautiful sailing area, from the centre of Lillesand to Gamle Hellesund, Ulvøysund. The led offers spectacular nature and wooden houses along the…
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Take a short hike along southern wooden houses and narrow paths, walk on sandy beaches and the pebbled beach, and see the view towards the…
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Lyngør lighthouse in Tvedestrand is open for accommodation through Aust-Agder trekking association. The old residence has been made into a cabin.
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See when the ferry runs to and from the lovely island of Merdø outside of Arendal.
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Join the MS Bragdøya on an island hopping excursion to the Kristiansand archipelago. The boat stops at several of the islands and you can decide how…
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The bathhouse in Farsund dates back all the way to the 1870's.
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Hidra is a scenic island just outside of Flekkefjord. It is accessible via a car ferry.
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Ferry between Gjeving and Lyngør, a beautiful island in Southern Norway.
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Skottevik, one of the most popular holiday centre in the South of Norway is located along the southern coast between Kristiansand and Lillesand.
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Wannado is a tour-operator that arranges tours and activities mainly for small groups. They offer primarily paddling experiences.
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Apartments and cabins in Southern Norway
The southernmost part has been Norway's summer holiday paradise for a long time. Lots of cabins and holiday houses are rented out, some privately, but most through larger companies.
Camping in Southern Norway
Camping and caravanning in the South of Norway. This is an overview of the best campgrounds in Southern Norway.
Lighthouse holiday in Southern Norway
Why not spend the night in a lighthouse while on holiday? There are several lighthouses offering accommodation along the southern coast of Norway.
Hotels in Southern Norway
You will find a vast selection of hotels, hostels and guest houses offering bed & breakfast in pleasant surroundings in Southern Norway.
Concerts at Kristiansand town square
Jun 24 - Jun 26, 2021
Kristiansand S
Risør Kammermusikkfest - Chamber music festival
Jun 22 - Jun 27, 2021
Risør
Halvøya festival
Jun 25 - Jun 26, 2021
American Emigration Festival in Kvinesdal
Jun 26 - Jul 2, 2021
Kvinesdal
Knabendagen 2021
Jun 26 - Jun 26, 2021
Knaben gruve, Kvinlog
LillesandsDaene
Jun 26 - Jul 4, 2021
Lillesand
Ravnedans Dance Festival in Kristiansand
Jun 28 - Jul 3, 2021
Kristiansand S
Fjordbrøl 2021
Jul 2 - Jul 3, 2021
Birkeland
Skral Festival
Jul 6 - Jul 7, 2021
Grimstad
Villvin art and handcraft marked in Risør
Jul 8 - Jul 10, 2021
Risør
Spornesfestivalen
Jul 9 - Jul 11, 2021
Færvik
Måkeskrik Festival 2021
Jul 10 - Jul 10, 2021
Kristiansand S
Fjellparkfestivalen 2021 Music festival
Jul 15 - Jul 17, 2021
Flekkefjord
Bendiksbukta live 2021
Jul 16 - Jul 17, 2021
Kristiansand S
Canal Street - Arendal music festival
Jul 27 - Jul 30, 2021
Arendal
Sup & Stup in Lillesand
Jul 30 - Aug 1, 2021
The Ibsen & Hamsuns Days
Aug 4 - Aug 7, 2021
Grimstad
Risør Trebåtfestival - Wooden boat festival
Aug 5 - Aug 7, 2021
Risør
Recharge Yoga Festival 2020
Aug 6 - Aug 8, 2021
Kristiansand S
Shellfishfestival in Mandal
Aug 12 - Aug 15, 2021
Mandal
Staysman & Lazz - Skalldyrfestivalen 2021
Aug 13 - Aug 13, 2021
Mandal
Kristiansand International Festival of Culture
Aug 14 - Aug 14, 2021
Kristiansand S
Arendalsuka 2021
Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2021
Arendal
Skvuppfestivalen
Aug 20 - Aug 21, 2021
Odderøya, Kristiansand S
Farsund Folk Festival
Aug 26 - Aug 29, 2021
Farsund
Punkt Festival 2021
Sep 2 - Sep 4, 2021
Children's Book Festival 2021
Oct 16 - Oct 22, 2021
Grimstad
American Festival Lista 2022
Jun 23 - Jun 26, 2022
Vanse
Palmesus 2022 Scandinavias biggest beach party
Jul 1 - Jul 2, 2022
Sørlandets matfestival 2022 - Food festival in Kristiansand
Jul 7 - Jul 9, 2022
Sydli 2021
Jul 16 - Jul 16, 2022
Mandal
M/B Øya is one of the few remaining ferry boats which are still in a regular route during the summer. The trip…
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Boat sightseeing with M/B Øya Lillesand - Kristiansand - Lillesand
LillesandM/B Øya is one of the few remaining ferry boats which are still in a regular route during the summer. The trip…
An idyllic boat trip in the river Nidelva around the island Hisøy. In the skerries the boat passes Torungene…
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Daily sightseeing tours onboard the MS Nidelv
ArendalAn idyllic boat trip in the river Nidelva around the island Hisøy. In the skerries the boat passes Torungene…
Join the MS Bragdøya on an island hopping excursion to the Kristiansand archipelago. The boat stops at several…
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Boat trips on the MS Bragdøya - Summer excursions
KristiansandJoin the MS Bragdøya on an island hopping excursion to the Kristiansand archipelago. The boat stops at several…
Embark on a voyage with the old wood-fired steamship Bjoren from 1866. Every Sunday in June, July and August…
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D/S Bjoren
ByglandEmbark on a voyage with the old wood-fired steamship Bjoren from 1866. Every Sunday in June, July and August…
M/F Øisang is Norway's oldest wooden ferry. It was built in Moen in Risør in 1950 and has been in operation…
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Øisang wooden car ferry M/F Øisang
RisørM/F Øisang is Norway's oldest wooden ferry. It was built in Moen in Risør in 1950 and has been in operation…
Ferry to Lyngør
TvedestrandFerry between Gjeving and Lyngør, a beautiful island in Southern Norway.
See when the ferry runs to and from the lovely island of Merdø outside of Arendal.
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Ferry to Merdø
ArendalSee when the ferry runs to and from the lovely island of Merdø outside of Arendal.
See our amazing archipelago from a boat. We offer charter tours, taxi boats and ferry routes in Arendal and…
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Charter- and ferry boats MS Nidelv, MF Merdø and MF Tromøy
ArendalSee our amazing archipelago from a boat. We offer charter tours, taxi boats and ferry routes in Arendal and…
