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

The Fredriksten Hotell in Halden, Norway has comfortable rooms and suites with stunning fjord views at the Fredriksten fortress, rooms are peaceful and quiet with comfortable beds and green parks and ponds very close by. The hotel is elevated above the city and fully modernized, this beautiful historic setting is the perfect choice of venue for your meetings and conferences, and the hotel has been fully refurbished. The Fredriksten Hotell also serve exquisite buffet meals that are an absolute delight, and they are ideally located for exploring the surrounding areas and enjoying a variety of adventures, come for a magical stay and walk back in time.READ MORE

Bratorp Camping in Halden, Norway has 8 cabins with 5 beds and they can accommodate caravans and tents, the surroundings offer good hiking terrain and they are close to Berbyelva where there is swimmming and fishing opportunities. The campsite is ideal for young and old visitors, and WiFi is available at reception, they have canoes and boats for rent with float vests, plus fishing licenses are sold at the camping information centre. Bratorp Camping overlooks Berbyelva a 13 kilometre long river, and fisherman can fish for salmon and trout, fly fishing is also allowed, come for a wonderful stay in beautiful surrounds and a peaceful self catering holiday.READ MORE

Thinthan Thaifood in Halden, Norway is open for lunch and dinner serving exquisite and authentic tasting Thai dishes also available for take-away. Try their spring rolls, their noodle dishes, their wok delights, their soups, their different Pad Thai dishes and special menu, try everything, they also cater to children and serve drinks. Thinthan Thaifood have excellent catering menus and snack choices for events and they do delivery as well as have heating booths free of charge if ordering for 30 or more, come for exquisite Thai dishes based on original recipes using spices, herbs and other flavourings imported from Thailand, a must visit.READ MORE

Halden Golfklub in Halden, Norway is very close to Fredriksten Fortress which it embraces, and their are 9 older holes termed open parkway and 9 new holes which are a more demanding forest and park course. The course is located in a scenic area with quiet and peaceful surrounds at the fortress, and guests are welcome to play here, they have a well stocked golf pro shop with brand name equipment at a good price. Halden Golfklub is a historical base with senior and junior golf accommodated and they host tournamnets throughout the year, plus there's a comfortable clubhouse, come for a wonderful days play, become a member and enjoy all the benefits. READ MORE

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

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

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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

The Grand Hotel is the oldest hotel in Halden, Norway dating all the way back to the 1850's and with a long history going back is a fascinating place to stay in a small, intimate setting with unique atmosphere. With 33 rooms in historic style featuring modern facilities, guests are made to be very comfortable, this summer hotel becomes a student hotel from August to June. The Grand Hotel is located near the bus and train, has free WiFi and great common areas, there is a pub and wine bar open for relaxing drinks, come for a wonderful stay and walk back in time, in the middle of the fortress town of Halden.READ MORE