The Kristiansand-region is an area that invites its visitors to unfold themselves and enjoy life. To most foreign visitors it’s an area that is relatively new and therefore full of surprises and hidden qualities.
The region has long been a well kept secret guarded by the Norwegians. This is where they themselves come in search of recreation and adventure. Most Norwegians associate Kristiansand and the south coast of Norway with mile upon mile of tiny rocky islands and picturesque white-painted houses in sheltered inlets — all set against a backdrop of lush green forests and lakes and a mountainous and majestic inland.
Towns and villages in the region are quite small and have easy access to nature. It is known to be child-friendly, clean and safe. Scenic landscape and fresh air is never far away. See the Kristiansand region by car, bike, or boat along the island-speckled coast. A holiday in Kristiansand region, South Norway, is at once relaxing, rejuvenating and uplifting.
Kristiansand
Kristiansand is Norway’s fifth largest town and the capitol of Sørlandet, the term applied on Southern Norway. The town is the the trade and communications centre for Sørlandet (Southern Norway) and has extensive train, bus, ferry and plane links with the rest of Norway and abroad, though the whole town fits within one square kilometre. Kristiansand has the country's second largest harbour and local business spans from advanced process industry to leading suppliers of offshore technology. Kristiansand can also boast Norway's youngest university, University of Agder, opened in september 07. Music plays a key role on the city’s cultural stage, with the International Church Music Festival as the most prominent annual events.
Kristiansand is also known as The Floral Town of Norway. More than 20,000 summer flowers create magnificent displays in every imaginable form to greet visitors and residents alike in the centre of Kristiansand in summer.
