Sarpsborg.
The city is home to Borregaard, the world's most advanced biorefinery and one of Norway's largest industrial facilities, and it offers a range of cultural and historical attractions.
Sarpsborg is a city in Østfold, Norway, known for its rich history and beautiful nature.
The city is home to Borregaard, the world's most advanced biorefinery and one of Norway's largest industrial facilities, and it offers a range of cultural and historical attractions.
One of the most popular attractions is Borgarsyssel Museum, an open-air museum with over 20 historical buildings that take you back to the Middle Ages and up to the 20th century. The city also has a number of other historical sites, such as Sarpsborg Church and Tune Shipyard, which was one of the largest shipyards in Norway in the 19th century.
For those who want to enjoy nature, the city offers a variety of beautiful hiking areas, including Sarpsfossen, Norway's largest waterfall measured by volume, and Kulåsparken, a large park with scenic walking trails and a popular outdoor swimming pool in the summer.
Sarpsborg is also home to a range of events and festivals throughout the year, such as Sarpsborg Market Days and Kulås Jazz, which attract visitors from all over the country. With so much to see and do, Sarpsborg is a great destination for anyone looking to experience Norway's rich history and beautiful nature.
Accommodation and activities
Hafslund hovedgård
This is truly a hidden gem in Sarpsborg, with buildings from the Baroque era and modern meeting room facilities. Perhaps one of Norway's finest manor houses? The estate has been a hub for art and culture since the 1400s, representing a bygone era in Norwegian history.
At Hafslund Manor, we can offer activities such as Murder at the hotel or our mobile escape room Deadline, soapbox racing, Ipadrace, LOLympic games, Film awards, both outdoors and indoors throughout the year. RIB or sailing activities are also available. We recommend taking a short drive to Skjebergkilen, with a close distance to open waters.