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Halden Historic Site
Historic Site in Halden, Ostfold, Norway
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Fredriksten Fortress
Fredriksten Fortress is a historical site on a hilltop above Halden, Norway, the scene and place of some of the most dramatic and bloody events in Norwegian war history, most notably the fall of Swedish King Karl XII in 1718. This national border guard and regional cultural arena is open day and night, and is free to enter, there is a large parking area here for visitors, the Fredriksten information centre is in the inner fortress, and here they offer information about the fortress, Halden and the surrounding area. Fredriksten Fortress has multimedia presentations about the history at regular times, and self guided tours are available, and throughout the year the fortress hosts events and cultural experiences for all tastes, come for a fascinating walk back in time.
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Butts Bistro and Tandoori2018-05-17
Butts Bistro and Tandoori in Halden, Norway is the city's Indian restaurant offering a true Indian dining experience that will be remembered for a long time, and they serve everything from traditional Indian dishes to steaks, salads and baguettes. Everything is made from first class ingredients and there are nan breads, tandoori dishes, chicken and lamb tikka, kebabs and shashlic, karahi dishes and cream dishes, kormas, curries and masalas, achari and vegetarian dishes as well as Indian hamburgers. Butts Bistro and Tandoori also serve a la carte dishes with salads, chips, baked potato or rice, and salads to order are made with China cabbage, come for a mouthwatering dining experience.READ MORE
Klatring Pa Grensen2018-05-17
Klatring Pa Grensen in Halden, Norway is one of the largest climbing parks in Scandinavia, and this award winning park offers high and low trees to climb, 16 exciting trails, 5 different Tarzan jumps, many ziplines, barn hopper and more. In addition to all that fun, they have many exciting activities on the ground like Segway, archery, a giant trampoline and frisbee golf. Klatring Pa Grensen welcomes children from three years and adults, here there are challenges for everyone from children and easy to extremely challenging and difficult, come get your exercise on and the adrenalie pumping come have extreme fun, it's all here.READ MORE
Restaurant 17162018-05-17
Restaurant 1716 Halden serves exquisite classical Norwegian and international dishes, and the name was inspired by a historical fire event that occured in 1716, this is a unique restaurant offering an extraordinary experience. This cozy family friendly place serves a sublime menu with pastas, pizza, salads, meat dishes, fish dishes, pitas and burgers, there's a special menu for the kids and sublime dessert, something for everyone. Restaurant 1716 Halden is a great venue for private events with exquisite catering in beautiful surrounds with facebrick walls and old world charm, come for a dining experience or event you'll never forget, there is outdoor seating too.READ MORE
The Restaurant Curtisen2018-05-17
The Restaurant Curtisen in Halden, Norway has a unique location in the heart of the Fredriksten Fortress, and here they serve outstanding meals attaching great importance to using regional products. They have 3, 4 and 5 course menus with wine packages for exquisite dining and their main goal is that all guests enjoy themselves and have an exceptional dining experience. The Restaurant Curtisen is located in the inner fortress for indoor feasting and gift cards are available, come enjoy the historical surrounds, the wonderful atmosphere and a menu that will astound, it's all here with excellent service. READ MORE
The Thon Hotel2018-05-17
The Thon Hotel in Halden, Norway is adjacent to the waterfront promenade with views of the inner harbour and Fredriksten Fortress, they have their own restaurant and outdoor spacious seating area that stretches to the water's edge, and there are conference and event venues right here for up to 380 people. Choose from standard double or twin rooms, superior rooms and a suite, there are handicap accessible rooms too, they can accommodate everyone comfortably here and lodging includes a delicious buffet breakfast, WiFi, a minibar and telephone. The Thon Hotel restaurant serves everything from snacks and light dishes to 5 course dinners paired with wine packages, and there's a bar, they take environemental responsibility very seriously here too, come for an unforgettable stay and event.READ MORE
Flamenco halden2018-05-17
Flamenco halden in Halden, Norway serves delicious meals beautifully presented and the service is excellent, they also serve signature reindeer fillets with mushroom sauce and cranberries, and this must be pre-ordered. They come highly recommended for their American and Italian pizzas, steaks, pork and beef tenderloin, and even have some Mexican dishes on the menu like fajitas and burritos. Flamenco halden also have mouthwatering pasta choices with the house special lasagne served with homemade bread, and there are fresh salads and fish dishes including gooseberry smoked salmon, and leave space for a decadent dessert, they also have a not to be missed special of the day, a must visit.READ MORE
Halden Mikrobryggeri2018-05-17
Halden Mikrobryggeri in Halden, Norway is a pub and microbrewery with the best homemade craft brews in town, and there are usually 8-10 different beers to choose from for all tastes, it is beer lovers heaven. Enjoy raising your glass in a lovely old cellar surrounded by brewing equipment and pipeworks, and if you are unsure about what beer to drink, they offer tastes in a small glass till you have found your one. Halden Mikrobryggeri is located in the cellars below the old jail and police station of Halden, and beers available include several IPA's, stouts, bitters, a redcurrant and more, come for a great time and excellent variety of tastes, you can also enjoy music and beers outside in the yard in summer, so let's go to jail for the good times.READ MORE
Kongshallene Banqueting Rooms2018-05-17
Kongshallene Banqueting Rooms are located inside the Fredriksten fortress in Halden, Norway and the royal halls with vaults date all the way back to the 17th century. Now restored, this beautiful place hosts big events and has been recognised far beyond the halls of Hallen for their catering and expertise, and they cater to weddings, confirmations, anniversaries, Christmas events, summer parties, conferences and much more. Wheh enjoying a party or event at Kongshallene Banqueting Rooms feel free to visit the Fredriksten fortress, or take an adventure ride into the days gone by and be drawn into the underworld of the fortress, come for great times and memorable events in spectacular surrounds.READ MORE
Fredriksten Fortress2018-05-17
Fredriksten Fortress is a historical site on a hilltop above Halden, Norway, the scene and place of some of the most dramatic and bloody events in Norwegian war history, most notably the fall of Swedish King Karl XII in 1718. This national border guard and regional cultural arena is open day and night, and is free to enter, there is a large parking area here for visitors, the Fredriksten information centre is in the inner fortress, and here they offer information about the fortress, Halden and the surrounding area. Fredriksten Fortress has multimedia presentations about the history at regular times, and self guided tours are available, and throughout the year the fortress hosts events and cultural experiences for all tastes, come for a fascinating walk back in time.READ MORE
Brygga Mat og Vinhus2018-05-17
Brygga Mat og Vinhus in Halden, Norway is located on the dock with outdoor seating and exceptional views over the boats and water, and the menu offers everything from simple snacks to 5 course dinners with accompanying wine packages. They serve a wonderful variety of burgers including a veggie burger and there are several different steak variants, pork tendeloin and more served with different kinds of sausages, vegetables and potatoes. Brygga Mat og Vinhus has an excellent bar with a good selection of wines and lovely atmosphere, plus they host live music, come for an exceptional dining experience, views, wines and entertainment with great service, it's all here.READ MORE