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Welcome to Kristiansand
Quietly Wonderful Kristiansand awaits
Gateway to Norway and the Baltic
Almost on the southernmost tip of Norway is the pleasant town of Kristiansand.
The town was founded in 1641 by the Danish-Norwegian King Christian IV as a strategic port. Today it is the fifth largest town in Norway and the number one holiday destination for the domestic market.
Kristiansand is a pleasant town, known for its magnificent floral displays during the summer. In the heart of town modern architecture stands shoulder to shoulder with historic buildings. Within easy reach of the town centre are forests and lakes, islands and beaches.
The region boasts a wide variety of places to visit a little further afield.
The smaller towns of Lillesand, Grimstad and Mandal are famous for their traditional white wooden houses. The lighthouse at Lindesnes marks the important South Cape of Norway.
The valley of Setesdal was once remote, and has kept their strong traditions of silverwork, wood carving and folk music firmly alive to this day.
Kristiansand is big enough to give you plenty to do, yet small enough to be thoroughly enjoyed in a day.
As strategic as it was for King Christian IV, Kristiansand remains the gateway to Norway and to the Baltic.
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What you need to know
Language
Norwegian
Distance from pier to city center
500 meters
Transportation to/from airport
16 km to Kjevik Airport
Currency
Norwegian Krone NOK
Transport to/from city center
Walking distance, taxis available
City Card
At tourist information
Downloadable map
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Important Port Matters
Berthing policy: One ship per day.
Booking: trafikk@kristiansand-havn.no
https://www.portofkristiansand.no/en
Covid-19 Information
There are currently no COVID-19 restrictions in any of the 31 Cruise Baltic destinations.
If the situation changes, this section will be updated with the necessary information regarding each port and destination.
Port Fees
Harbour dues (Currency/GT)
See LinkPassenger dues (Currency/PAX)
9.1 NOK/PAXServices available for guests
Always available
Available in some cases
Pier
Port
Destination collaboration/shore excursions
Transport
Turnaround facilities
Destination Highlights
Kristiansand Museum
Southern Norway’s largest open air
historical museum, 34 local, antique
houses.
Kristiansand Zoo
Biggest attraction in the region. Zoo and a highly popular amusement park. Particularly interesting for the foreign visitor are moose, wolfs, lynx, wolverine and more.
The Cannon Museum
See the world’s second largest cannon ever mounted on land.
Gimle Estate & Gardens
Visit this old manor house and its
beautiful rose gardens dating back
to 1850.
Arkivet
Old Gestapo Headquarters, today
a center for historical reflection and
peacebuilding.
Boat tripin Archipelago Paradise
A combination of boat tour in the beautiful archipelago and a coach Journey along the coast and city sightseeing.
Odderøya Museumshavn, Maritime museum
A short walk from the pier, boat museum and maritime activities for children.
Setesdal Mineral Park
The largest stone shop in Norway. More than 1200 specimens are housed inside the mountain Cave Exhibition.
The vintage railway
Authentic old Railway station and a beautiful Journey in the inland with the 130 year old steam train.
Meet the moose.
Moose park in Setesdal where you can get very close to these majestetic animals.
River rafting in Setesdal Valley
It is time for the wet and wild adventure down the river Otra, With instructor that will take good care of all safety issues.
Kilden Performing Arts centre
Located by the waterfron and offer free concerts in the foyer every day in the summer season at 1pm (Sundays closed).
Exciting extras
Posebyen
Old town of Kristiansand with
traditional wooden houses.
Fishmarket “Fiskebrygga”
Visit to see and taste the delicious
fresh seafood from local fishermen.
Ravnedalen Park
Beautiful park with lake and paths for
exploring.
Odderøya
Island attached to mainland. Beautiful
walking tour and scenery.
Kilden – The Center of Performing Art
The Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra,
Theatre and Opera, right on the
Silokaia cruise pier.
What’s on right now in Kristiansand?
There are no upcoming events at the moment
Excursions – on and off the beaten path
Cruise Sørlandet network. Catalogue can be downloaded from the website.
www.cruisesorlandet.com
CLASSIC & POPULAR
The Setesdalsbanen Vintage Railway
A narrow-gauge railway powered by
steam engine. The track section covers
8 km through tunnels, under avalanche
shelters and across dams.
The Mineral Park
More than 1000 exceptional minerals
exhibited in underground tunnels.
The skerries
Boat journey on the magic waterways
outside Kristiansand to the historical
coastal and picturesque town Lillesand.
Kristiansand Museum
Open Air museum, old town street with
authentic houses and well preserved
farmyard buildings.
Søgne Old Church
Norway’s oldest half-timber and rose
painted church, built 1640. Can be
combined with Vest-Agder Museum
and city highlights, islands, North Sea
Coastal route.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch
Kristiansand Tourist Information
Randi Haukom
Head of Tourism
randi.haukom@kristiansand.kommune.no
Phone +47 38 07 50 00
Mobile +47 46 44 34 04
Rådhusgt. 18
4611 Kristiansand, Norway
Port of Kristiansand
Karl Danielsen
Harbour Master
karl.r.danielsen@kristiansand-havn.no
Phone + 47 38 00 60 00
Gravane 4 P.O. 114
4662 Kristiansand, Norway
Cruise Sørlandet
Marianne Pedersen
Manager
marianne@cruisesorlandet.com
Phone +47 90 02 76 87
Mobile +47 90 02 76 87
P.O. Box 657
4666 Kristiansand, Norway