—Kristiansand & Lillesand—
(Southern Norway)

       This southernmost part of Norway is a favored resort region to both Norwegians and Danes, who love its charming coastal fishing villages and patchwork farmland in the rugged interior—both maintaining strong traditional Norwegian lifestyles. One such exceptional traditional fishing village is Lillesand on Norway's east coast. Principal city is Kristiansand, cultural center of the region, and embarkation point for ferries to Denmark.

TRADITIONAL STAVE CHURCH,
TELEMARK, NORWAY
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Attractions in Southern Norway: Coves, inlets, beaches, and fishing villages; rugged mountains, lakes, and remote farming communities; the large pedestrian zone covering downtown Kristiansand; scenic railway journeys.

KRISTIANSAND CATHEDRAL
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Lodgings: Ideally located hotel
in Kristiansand and small,
charming inn in Lillesand, a coastal
village north of Kristiansand.

HOME AT FIRST INN IN LILLESAND
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Getting Around Southern Norway: Visitors can travel by rail and bus throughout the region, but because scheduled services are relatively infrequent these are best for sightseeing only. Use of a rental car permits far greater flexibility and independence—especially for those wanting to stop and enjoy the scenery, and explore small, out-of-the-way places.

NORWAY RAIL 'SIGNATUR' INTERCITY TRAIN
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Getting to/from the Oslo Region: Rental Car, High-speed Norwegian Rail, Inter-Scandinavian Flights to/from Kristiansand Airport, International Ferry Services to/from Kristiansand.

KRISTIANSAND FERRY PORT     
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