VisitKristiansand    Visit Kristiansand - Tourist Information on Kristiansand Norway

Here are some previous posts from our visitors.

Hi,

The best chance you have of getting a place at a good price is to use Norways biggest Real Estate website called FINN. This is a link to their holiday homes to rent.

http://www.finn.no/finn/realestate/leisure/rent/browse1

Type in Hovden in the search field to get the results.
It is in Norwegian, but you can use Google translate to get the text in your language.

Or, there is the Hovden tourism website - www.hovden.com

Good luck.
Adam

Posted on January 13, 2010 - 03:59:48Morten writes...
Hi
We are a family looking for a cabin in Hovden. We plan to go by car from Frederikshavn-Kristiansand.
Our agenda for is to ski and make use of the swimming pool when the kinds need a snow-break.
Do you know any free and good places? We expect the prices to be around 4-7000 kr.

Best regards
Morten

Posted on January 13, 2010 - 03:59:28nelu62@yahoo.co.uk writes...
you have a beautiful country ....the words is small.

Posted on January 8, 2010 - 09:57:48Scott NYC writes...
I think my great grandparents emigrated to New York City from this town. My family is talking about making a trip in the summer. I will put this site to good use. Thanks.

Posted on January 6, 2010 - 21:48:40Adam writes...
Hi Dominic - I am an Aussie!

Posted on January 2, 2010 - 16:16:32Dominic writes...
Hi Adam,
Happy New year to all expats as well. Do I detect you are a Brit. ?

Posted on December 31, 2009 - 06:18:37Sharon writes...
Thank you for information!

Posted on December 31, 2009 - 02:00:28Adam (Webmaster) writes...
Merry Christmas to all the ex-pats in Kristiansand!

Posted on December 24, 2009 - 06:30:46CJ Ang writes...
Hello Adam
I plan to arrive Kristiansand on 21 Dec.
Copenhagen (Kastrup) – Kristiansand (Kjevik)
My final destination is LYNGDAL.
Pls let me know how to connect by bus or train.
Regards, CJ Ang

Posted on December 17, 2009 - 13:01:28Anfinn writes...
Just found your nettsted. Not bad for a foreigner! I am a lokal but will send this nettsted to my yankee friends that come and see me. Skål. Anfinn

Posted on December 12, 2009 - 16:44:20Jeremy writes...
Hi,

My name is Jeremy and i will come up in norway from the 4th of january to the 8th with my dad and my brothers.
I would like to know what kind of activities we can do around Kristiansand. We want to come up there to relax a bit and spend time in with the nature, we dont really want to be in the city. If you know places where we can go and enjoy activities like dog sleigh, trek etc would be nice to know. Thank you very much for your help.

Best regards
Jeremy

Posted on December 2, 2009 - 03:16:49Michael writes...
Is there any snow in Kristiansand now? I am from Germany and plan on doing some skiing on that ski field near the airport when I come over in January. Can you let me know when it is open? Thanks, Michael.

Posted on November 29, 2009 - 23:28:37Brrrrr writes...
Brrr, it is getting cold in Kristiansand!!! Better get some good snow out of it this year.

Posted on November 25, 2009 - 10:57:08Sophie writes...
Dear Adam,
We are two french and we arrive to Oslo (with Ryanair flight) at the beginning of January for working in Kristiansand. So, I need your help. Could you tell me which is the bus we have to take from the airport to Kristiansand ? And what will be the cost per person for a single trip? Thank you in advance for your help.
Sophie

Posted on November 19, 2009 - 14:22:25Soffia writes...
To Adam,I would like to know if there is a Flea Market or Crafters market on weekends in Kristiansand year round.Thank you,Soffia

Posted on November 19, 2009 - 14:20:56Lene writes...
Hei Adam.
Jeg søkte på "visit kristiansand" på google for å se om jeg fant noe om helikoptersightseeing.
Jeg har vært inne på tanken å gi en slik tur til kjæresten min, og lurer derfor på hva prisen ligger på
og hvor lang flytiden er?
Mvh Lene

Posted on November 19, 2009 - 14:19:37Stein Vidar writes...
Hei! Jeg lurte på om hvor mye det koster for en helicopter tur for to personer?

Posted on November 19, 2009 - 14:18:55Rolf writes...
I don't think there is any such thing as a cheap restaurant in Kristiansand or Norway for that matter. But I go to Mother India for a nice curry.

Posted on November 19, 2009 - 12:27:08Mick writes...
Can you recommend a good but cheap restaurant in Kristiansand? Mick.

Posted on November 18, 2009 - 16:06:58Adam (Webmaster) writes...
I agree, great day in Kristiansand. I took my kids to Drangsholt for a walk in the forest. Lots of small waterfalls and great reflections from the still water.

Posted on November 15, 2009 - 14:08:31Martin Summers writes...
What a beautiful day in Kristiansand today. The sun was shining the whole day and we went to the beach at Hamresanden for a walk. Stunning. Nice website btw. Martin.

Posted on November 15, 2009 - 08:15:04Adam (Webmaster) writes...
Hi Owen, Your safest bet is to contact UDI (Norwegian Immigration Department) before you arrive in Kristiansand. www.udi.no/templates/Tema.aspx?id=7403

If you arrive in Kristiansand before you contact the Immigration Department, you can visit the Kristiansand Police Station where there is an immigration office. Good luck. Adam

Posted on November 14, 2009 - 03:40:50Owen (Ireland) writes...
If I am over 30, can I get a bar job in Kristiansand? I heard something about it being more difficult to get a working visa if I am over 30 even if I am in the EU? Please help. Cheers, Owen

Posted on November 14, 2009 - 01:54:55Adam (webmaster) writes...
Hi Richard,
There is not so much work in Kristiansand during the winter months. Summer is by far the easiest time to get some work. You could try some bar work or if you are a tradesman, you could try one of the agencies on the Kristiansand Jobs page. There is also a NAV office in Kristiansand (Government Job Office) where they post jobs on their boards there. They can also help you if you go in and chat to them. Good luck. Adam

Posted on November 13, 2009 - 03:12:54Adam (webmaster) writes...
Hi Claire,
There are many places you can visit outside of Kristiansand for the day. Arendal is a nice city by the water but I guess it all depends on what you are interested in. Evje is a nice little place with a museum and a lovely park next to the river. There is a tourist office in the centre of Kristiansand that has maps and information that can help (in English). Their details are on this website. Enjoy your trip!

Posted on November 13, 2009 - 03:10:12Richard writes...
Is it impossible to get a job in Kristiansand if I dont speak Norwegian? I saw on your website that the oil companies are looking for employees, but this doent help me. I will be arriving during the Norwegian winter, so fruit picking is obviously no good either. Would appreciate any advice. Regards, Richard (USA)

Posted on November 11, 2009 - 18:48:21Claire writes...
Coming to Kristiansand summer in 2010. Do you have any other tips on day trips from Kristiansand?

Posted on November 11, 2009 - 18:42:27Connor (Phoenix) writes...
My family and I have relatives in Kristiansand that we visit every other year. We love the city, if you could call it that. It is like a country town with nice friendly people and wonderful nature. There were some attractions that we did now now about, so your website has helped us. We have even sent the link to friends that are considering coming over to Kristiansand and perhaps Oslo.

Posted on November 9, 2009 - 00:26:19Pablo from Uruguay writes...
I think it is great how Norwegians celebrate their national day with their traditional clothes. They are a very proud people and it is good to see them come together on 17th May. I was in the Kristiansand city centre last year and watched the celebrations.

Posted on November 8, 2009 - 01:03:09Greta writes...
If you want a snack in Kristiansand, there is a little store near the beach in the city, I think the area is called Bystranda. They make hot food and we had the Swedish meatballs. It was really nice. There is no sitting area inside but there are some seats outside. We sat by the beach and ate.

Posted on November 7, 2009 - 16:26:10Jason (Germany) writes...
Every summer we travel to Kristiansand in our campervan. Norway is our favourite destination as the nature and scenery are very good. If you have time when you go there, you should drive to Preikestolen. The views are great from the top.

Posted on November 7, 2009 - 02:55:54Scott writes...
Why is it so expensive!!! Doesnt matter where you are from.

Kristiansand (or Norway) is bad on the wallet. If you are going to visit, make sure you have good savings!

Posted on November 6, 2009 - 20:43:02Stuart from Kent writes...
My wife and I were fishing in Kristiansand last year and we managed to catch a 4kg salmon. Absolutely amazing! Fresh wild Norwegian salmon is by far the most enjoyable meal you can have!

Posted on November 6, 2009 - 12:15:32Chris from South Africa writes...
I went to many Scandinavian cities last year but I really liked Kristiansand. I was there in the summer and the weather was fantastic. The locals were very nice and always smiling. I was later told that people in Kristiansand always smile during the summer because they look forward to it all year! We met some locals that even took us for a trip in their boat into the fish market. That was a great experience.

Posted on November 6, 2009 - 01:53:02Russell McCarty writes...
I visited Kristiansand in June of 2006 via a cruise and spent a day. I will never forget the beauty of the town, particularly the flowers, the climbing roses were spectacular.

Posted on November 5, 2009 - 12:54:06Phil writes...
Just getting used to driving on the opposite side of the road in Norway is hard enough!
Phil - UK

Posted on November 5, 2009 - 12:03:43Dave writes...
I have to say that the roads in Kristiansand are not the easiest! I have been here for 6 months and am still trying to get used to the tunnels into the city. Never remember which exit to take!!! And as for the round abouts, that is a hazard in itself.

But, the Norwegian drivers are ok and no where near as bad as they are back in the US.

Anyway enough of that. I would totally recommend people visit Kristiansand, especially in the winter. The colours are just beautiful.

Try and avoid the city during the Quart festival though as it is so over crowded!

Dave - Alaska

Posted on November 5, 2009 - 07:42:37Adam (admin) writes...
Hi Ms LIM,

You can see all of our activities on the attractions page of the website including the markets, winter pictures and other interesting facts. If you need any other information, you can contact the Norwegian Tourist Board.

Kristiansand Tourist Office
Rådhusgt. 6
NO-4611 Kristiansand S
+47 38 12 13 14
info@sorlandet.com

Cheers,
Adam

Posted on November 4, 2009 - 03:47:39Lim writes...
Dear Sir / Madam
I found your website on Kristiansand very interesting. I will be in southern Norway in January and intend to extend my stay. I was considering whether to visit Kristiansand. I would appreciate all tips and advice regarding the matter.

1) What is available to do in winter? Which markets are open?
2) What are the standard opening hours for museums and shops in January? Are the major sites/attractions/shopping areas open?
3) Is there anything to do after dark? I understand the sun sets by 4pm.
4) I hear there is an ice skating rink in the city. Are skates and clothing equipment available for rental? Any advice on the costs?
5) Will waterproof shoes and clothes be recommended? What is the average temperature, rain, and wind patterns in mid January?
6) Any special winter highlights in Kristiansand?

Thank you! I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Ms LIM

Posted on November 4, 2009 - 02:14:57Markus writes...
I'm looking for some information.
I will arrive to Oslo Torp.
I read on the web there is the bus from Kristiansand to Oslo Torp. I would like to know if there is also some bus from Oslo Torp to Kristiansand. And if it's so the price is always 330 kroner?

Posted on November 3, 2009 - 17:05:36Soffia writes...
Are there any Flea Markets or Crafters market on weekends in Kristiansand year round. Thank you

Posted on November 3, 2009 - 17:03:23Amy writes...
Are there many ex-pats in Kristiansand? I am from Edinburgh and have recently moved to Kristiansand and was wondering if there are many ex-pats living here. Would be great to meet some other English speakers.
Cheers from Amy

Posted on November 3, 2009 - 08:37:29Kevin writes...
It would be great if there could be a direct flight from London to Kristiansand. It is a pain to go via Oslo or with Ryan Air from Torp. I used to go on that discount airline Norwegian when they flew direct and that was perfect! Bring back the London flights Norwegian!!! Please!

Kevin - North London

Posted on October 29, 2009 - 10:04:52Bente writes...
Cool site! Godt to see someone is telling folk about Kristiansand! I have mange friends from America that come to visit us and now I can give them din side. (beklager my english is ikke så godt). Mvh, Bente!

Posted on October 28, 2009 - 18:53:12Mr and Mrs Beck writes...
We are from Denmark and come to Kristiansand every year for skiing. We usually stay in Kristiansand for a couple of days and then go to Hovden for a week skiing. We love the city. The nature is wonderful. Unfortunately the ski field in Tveit is not usually open when we are there.
Thanks for making this website.
J Beck

Posted on October 28, 2009 - 03:55:42Barry writes...
We came over to Kristiansand during the summer and had a great time. Very friendly people, clean water and fresh air. It was just what we needed! Will be back for sure!
Barry & Co from Liverpool

Posted on October 27, 2009 - 03:05:01Michael writes...
Hi,
I found your site to be very helpful on what to see in Kristiansand. If I hadn't have found your site, I would have no idea of what to expect in Kristiansand.

I took my kids to the Kristiansand Zoo (think it is called Dyreparken) and they had a great time.

Thanks again,
Michael - Newcastle UK

Posted on October 26, 2009 - 08:37:32Adam writes...
Welcome to Kristiansand.