Discover Fredrikstad and Hvaler
Located just an hour from Oslo, the destination of Fredrikstad and Hvaler combines a perfect mix of old and new, activity and peace, culture and history.
In Fredrikstad we are lucky to have one town on each side of the Glomma river – the new city centre on the west bank with a quayside promenade with restaurants like a string of pearls and the Fortress town (Gamlebyen) on the east bank, well-preserved with cobbled streets.
Gamlebyen is one of Northern Europe’s real treasures. In well-preserved buildings and along cobbled streets you will find a blend of everyday life, art, history, quaint shops, museums, galleries, theatres and charming cafés. The Fortress Town is filled with vibrant history, cobblestone street, small wooden houses, unique boutiques, cafés, restaurants, galleries and museums.
The Hvaler archipelago houses Norway`s first Marine National Park and because the region provides more sunshine than many other places in Norway, it is a perfect place for recreation in a peaceful environment. The Hvaler islands consist of more than islands and skerries – and on the main islands you can enjoy restaurants, open gardens, arts and crafts, vintage and niche shopping, seafood, beaches and island hopping.
Together Fredrikstad and Hvaler form the perfect destination – all year round and in all sorts of weather.
Attractions and activities for groups and FIT's
Accommodation to suit you
From large hotels to your own lighthouse, Fredrikstad and Hvaler have the accommodation to suit your needs.