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Arendal

Take a mini break or a weekend break and visit the town of Arendal, which has about 40,000 inhabitants and is the second largest town in Sørlandet after Kristianstad. Here you'll find a delightful mix of archipelago, where there are plenty of outdoor opportunities, and then there's the bustling town with small streets filled with specialty shops and great food experiences, as well as a wide range of culture all year round.

Go sightseeing in the archipelago with ´Skilsferga´ to idyllic Merdø. Hire a canoe or kayak and explore the coast at your own pace, and remember to bring your swimsuit when you head to the beach. Risskov always has many cheap mini breaks and weekend breaks to choose from.

The Ibsen Museum

In Grimstad there is a museum dedicated to Henrik Ibsen. It is located in the old building where the world-famous author worked as a pharmacy assistant in his younger days. It was here that he wrote 'Catilina', which was also his first play.

The majority of the museum has been preserved as it was when Henrik Ibesen lived there, between 1847 and 1850. Visit the small herb garden and also stop by the small museum shop, where you can buy Ibsen's complete works in several languages. A lovely experience to take home from a mini-vacation in Norway.

Bogbyen at Skagerrak

Find a cheap self-drive holiday at Risskov and discover the Bogbyen at Skagerrak. In 2003, Tvedestrand was named the Book Town on the Skagerrak, and today the small town boasts as many as ten bookshops. Every month there are different literary events with some of Norway's best known authors. The town's guided tours are also recommended, so you don't miss out on the many hours of great experiences the town has to offer. Take breaks along the way and let spontaneity reign as you pass the many beautiful houses in the city such as the Town Hall, Forvaltergården and "Strygejernet". The latter is considered Norway's smallest house and has entrances from the first, second and third floors. Find a cheap hotel stay at Risskov and bring the whole family so everyone can get to know the Bogbyen at Skagerrak.

Arendal & Surroundings Golf Club

Book a golf holiday in Norway at Risskov and play at Arendals Golf Club, which was built in 1994 and today has more than 1000 members. The main course has 18 holes, while their smaller course has 9 holes.

The club also has a restaurant and a golf shop. You can book a hotel at Risskov - and then head to Arendals Golf Club - the perfect place for a golf holiday, a self-drive holiday or just a weekend break with golf on the menu!

Nes Verk Golf Park

The golf course at Nes Verk is considered to be one of the very best in Norway. Guest players can try the 18-hole main course or their 9-hole course. The latter is recommended for beginners and budding golf enthusiasts. The golf course also has a short course where you can play foot golf, a great family activity for both children and adults. Nes Verk also has a lovely café, Golfen Café, and their own shop selling equipment and clothing for both beginners and experienced golfers.

Vitensenteret Sørlandet

The Sørlandet Knowledge Centre is both an experience and a centre where children and young people can learn through interactive experiences and a kind of 'learning land' for inventors and researchers. Take the whole family on a tour of the interactive knowledge centre and start exploring all the interactive installations and activities the centre has to offer. Try a ride on the hamster wheel or try a thermal camera or solve the many puzzles and challenges and much, much more.

There is also an outdoor area with parking and a beautiful view of the lake.

Smaal - bar, restaurant, music scene

Lillesand is probably best known for Blindleia, but over the past few years the little harbour town has also developed into one of the best places to go out on the Sørland coast if you want to party a little in the evening.

Smaal opened with a bang when Banjo Kari himself performed on the small stage in 2014. Since then, several well-established musicians have visited Smaal, which is also known for its 'vinyl nights'.