Location: Fredrikstad
Top Things to do in Fredrikstad
Top 10 Things to do in Fredrikstad, Norway
Fredrikstad ( listen (help·info); previously Frederiksstad; literally Fredrik's Town) is a city and municipality in Østfold county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the city of Fredrikstad.
Restaurants in Fredrikstad
1. Byfergene
Overall Ratings
5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By Erik H - Fredrikstad, Norway
Fredrikstad has free ferrys that take you nice and easy around. Visit famous Isengran and the old town. Ask the lokals, they are always helpful.
2. Maerrapanna Bathing and Recreational Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By tronkarl - Fredrikstad Municipality, Norway
Easy to arrive, a lot of parking places just a few houndred meters away. Very good path for walking from parking, both with kids and using a wheelchair. Mearrapanna is a Nice Place for barbeque, Public toilets but no kosk or shop, you hav eto bring everything you need. Not the best Place for bathing for small kids but very good for those who can swim and for sunbathing. Big, Nice lawn for relaxing ot playing. Nice walking around the Whole of Mearrapanna, but difficult for kids and elderly people.
3. The Fortified Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 283 reviews
Northern Europe's best preserved Fortified town, is thriving with history, shops, galleries and café's.
Reviewed By Feenee - Durham, United Kingdom
We arrived today on the Thomson Celebration cruise ship to find a marked trail into town, local people in fancy dress, discounts for us in local shops and a general 'we are happy to have cruisers from the Celebration visit us!' atmosphere. It is lovely to see a community embrace the new (first visit by Thomson to this town) and make the tourists welcome. I hope that we did not cause you any trouble!
The town is rather unique with it's star-shaped moat and some lovely vistas for the photographers. A terrific variety of buildings and lots of cafes and restaurants.
Many craft and artisan stores but all a little too pricey for the general British purse- which is nothing new for Norway!
As an example- 2 coffees, 2 cakes and a slice of cheesecake- exactly £20.00.
If you arrive on a cruise liner the walk into town is around 20 minutes or a free coach ride.
The streets are mostly large cobbles so may not be suitable for some travellers.
If the tourist trade increases then it may an idea for the council to consider restricting traffic between 10am and, say, 4pm to allow for clear streets.
4. Gamlebyen Miniature Railroad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Gamlebyen Miniature Railroad is located in the Old Town of Fredrikstad, Norway. The exhibition is made out of 400 sq.m. with approx 2 km of railway and scenery. The operation of the over 30 different trains are computer operated, providing a rich experience of the railroad traffic. Don't miss the scale model of the Old Town in the heart of the exhibition.
Reviewed By T3T - Western Norway, Norway
This model railway exhibition (modelljernbanesenter) in a detailed landscape and consisting of 30 computercontrolled train sets is well worth a visit.
Here is also a model layout of Gamlebyen itself.
Very good for families with children.
There is a related shop inside and a cafeteria just outside.
5. Gressvik Church
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Isenskjold - Fredrikstad, Norway
This church has a special area at the back of the church so that the small kids can draw and read during the sermon. Unlike some other churches the kids are allowed to make some noise without the parents being scolded for bringing a tiny chatterbox. They also arrange gatherings for kids where they learn about God, sing and do arts and crafts. One drawback is that the church doesn't have one priest, but several.
6. Isegran
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
The peninsula’s history is thought to have started with small fortifications which were built during the 13th century. Until 1680 Isegran was Norway’s only sea based military harbour. At Isegran you will find the Fredrikstad museum where many Exhibitions are held. From Cafè Galeien you can take in the beautiful view of Gamlebyen (The Old Town) and Vaterland in the south. Here you will find a maritime centre which builds and restores wooden boats.
Reviewed By abdullahFryan
Great location full of history. To be honest was just amazing walking around with my friends also they were originally from there so they gave me some interesting stories specially the prisoners stones stories and everything.. Thanks for my amazing friends who made it enjoyable <3
7. Hankoe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Hanko The island was once the Master of The manor Elingaard`s hunting territory. You get here by boat, or by ferry from Hankosundet. When at the ferry point, check out the old red-painted Seilerkroa (Ferry inn) built in 1883 as part of Hanko Baths. Follow the path up to the once fashionable saatorium hotel Hanko Fjordhotell & Spa, raised in 1877. Turn left between the tennis courts and you will see the old riding stables, built around 1900. Take the road to the right of the stables and on to Hanko Plads - one of two small farms on the island. Turn left at the barn, and turn right where the footpaths cross and follow the power lines. Cross the stream and turn left, walk northeast towards Karibukta. You may be lucky enough to spot some fallow deer along the path. Fallow deer from Denmark were released her about a century ago, and the island has a thriving herd. Dogs must be kept on a leash! Continue along the path as it bends to the left and you arrive at the bay near hotel, directly opposite Seilerkroa and Bloksberg, the Royal Family`s old country estate, higher up the mountainside and now owned by Princess Märtha Louise and Ari Behn. Hanko has a centre for sailing from the 1880`s. as darkness falls, you can see Kristian Blystad`s memorial to King Olav V, a sailboat lit in silhouette, out in the sound.
Reviewed By LarsNaess - Fredrikstad, Norway
A nice restaurant on the Mainland. Possibility to take the boat to the Hankø island. Here you can stay at the hotel, eat there or on the pier, attend shows and have really nice walks on the beautiful island. Many nice places to go swimming.
8. Fredrikstad Literature House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By LarsNaess - Fredrikstad, Norway
Very nice architecture and located by the river gives a good first impression and sets the standard for whatever you are there to see. It is difficult to rate the program as it constantly changes, but they are very good at arranging something for everyone. Just review their excellent web page for the current program and take you pick. Some arrangements are free and some have a fee.
9. Kongsten Fort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By LarsNaess - Fredrikstad, Norway
Read about the fort online before you go. It has a very long and interesting history and knowing it will make you visit more rewarding. Recently had some refurbishment so it is in good shape. Very nice view in all directions will make you aware of why it was built exactly here.
10. Oestre Fredrikstad Church
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By sv-esime - Fredrikstad, Norway
The church is located inside the ramparts of the Old Town, south of square and commander's residence. The church is from 1567 and has burned to the ground a number of times. The church is amazingly wonderful interior of the premises, and you can see the ceiling, there are a large number of gold star painted by hand. The church is worth a visit if you visit Old Town
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