Location: Kristiansand
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Top 6 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Kristiansand, Southern Norway
Breathtaking Kristiansand was first settled in the early 5th century, with its modern iteration founded by King Christian IV in the mid 1600s. Home to many cultural, music, and arts festivals, the Norwegian city pulses with creative energy. Several museums celebrate local history and natural features, and the trails of Odderoyja are a wonderful way to breathe in fresh air while mingling with locals. Historic Oddernes church is a blend of architectural styles.
Restaurants in Kristiansand
1. Movik Fort
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Movik Fort was established by the German occupation forces during the Second World War and is part of the Atlantic Wall the German occupation forces line of defence along the coast of France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark and Norway. Movik Fort is a former German fort in a class of its own. It is of great national and European significance and is one of our National Fortifications.
2. D/S Hestmanden
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
DS Hestmanden is a sailing monument paying hommage to the Norwegian warsailors. The ship is the only remaining Norwegian vessel from the merchant fleet who provided supplies for the allied forces in both world wars. A hihlight of her career was when she took part in the allied forces' invation of Normandie, the "Operation Overlord" in June 1944. She miraculously avoided all attacks from submarines and bombs and was in active duty for more than 50 years before she was put out of business in 1964. She was built in 1911 and is currently in the final stage of complete restoration after 30 years of work. The museum will open for public in May 2017.
3. Fiskebrygga
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By 308erlendf - Heggedal, Norway
At fiskebrygga by the sea front you can buy your seafood for bringing home or visit one of the many restaurants. Open all year.Very popular place where you also find live music during the summer period.
4. Kristiansand City Hall
5. Statue of Bernt Balchen
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3.5 based on 10 reviews
