Fredrikstad and Hvaler are two neighboring cities that are attractive to tourists. Here we find untouched nature, the coast, the sea and a city teeming with life. Here are ten ideas for having a good time at Fredrikstad and Hvaler.
1. See the city in miniature
Railway line, old town, people, cars, landscapes - Fredrikstad in 1:87 scale! It is the largest such model in Scandinavia. The mockup is filled with lots of details. The center is open on weekends and holidays. More information can be found here: Gamlebyen Modelljernbanesenter
2. Swim
The areas around Fredrikstad and Hvaler are very attractive for those who like to swim. Outdoor swimming pools in Kongsten or countless beaches - there is something for everyone who loves swimming.
3. View the area from the deck of the ship
Take a boat trip to see the coastal islets of Fredrikstad and Hvaler from a different perspective. Boating is a popular form of transport here, so we will find many offers that we can take advantage of. More information can be found here: Batturer
4. Play golf in the historic Old Town
The golf course on the outskirts of Gamlebyen offers, among other things, a course with twelve holes, and each hole represents one of the most famous monuments of the old town. Fun combined with learning about the history of the city? Why not! More information can be found here: Activity town Old Fredrikstad
5. See the best-preserved fortress city in Northern Europe
Visit Gamlebyen in Fredrikstad and see cannons, moats, historic buildings, restaurants and cafes. It is also possible to hire a guide.
6. Take a bike ride to Glommastien
There are many interesting places to visit when cycling along the Glommastien route. We will see the Sarpefossen waterfall, the Hans Nielsen Haug Museum and the birthplace of Roald Amundsen.
7. Visit Norway's first marine national park
Ytre Hvaler Nasjonalpark is Norway's first marine national park with fascinating exhibitions describing flora and fauna and marine life. The center open to visitors is located in Skjærhalden. More information can be found here: Ytre Hvaler
8. Go back in time - visit an ancient trail
Take a route along the ancient trail - Oldtidsruta. There is Norway's largest collection of Bronze Age, Iron Age, burial mounds, stone circles, megaliths and rock carvings.
9. Go to the movies
The cinema in Fredrikstad was awarded the title of the best cinema in the country for several years in a row. Visit and evaluate for yourself!
10. Take the ferry
The Glomma ferry is a popular and free form of transport in Fredrikstad. The ferry stops at stops such as Gamlebyen, Cicignon, Isegran, Kråkerøy, Sentrum and Gressvik.
We wrote more about traveling in Norway here: Traveling around Norway - what to see
