The Fortified Town

Beautiful place

Unique and beautiful place that definitely is worth visiting. It’s rather small so you don’t need much time to walk around. You can walk on the city walls or just wander through the charming streets. ...

A charming area

We spent a few hours wandering around and taking in the history and atmosphere of the Fortified Old Town in Fredrikstad.

Charming

Lovely atmospheric streets with many art galleries and further attractions make for a charming afternoon visit. An extensive flea market was on. Extending over a wide area it was fun perusing the e...

Beatiful and unique place

If youre visiting the city of Fredrikstad, this is a must see. Beatiful place, with lots of interesting historical building, and of course history itself. Maybe the best old town in Norway?

Gamlebyen

Gamlebyen is to Norwegians what Williamsburg is to Americans. It is fascinating look back in time. It is well preserved with more than adequate descriptions of what you are seeing. My family is from t...