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Region of Norway
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South Norway, in Norway called Agder or Sørlandet, is the southernmost region of Norway. The coast of southern Norway (Skagerrak) is often called the Norwegian Riviera. The picturesque towns and the enchanting archipelago is surrounding the Skagerrak - coast, inland is perfect for hiking and the mountains there are good opportunities for skiing in winter. All surrounded by beautiful nature scenery. The climate, particularly along the coast is mild for this latitude. Southern Norway has the highest number of recorded hours of sunshine per day in Norway. The south coast is a popular area for holiday homes and some of Norway's most expensive properties are in this area.
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Setesdal museum
Includes all museums in the Setesdal valley. Main location at Rysstad where the silversmith and fiddle collection is.
Rygnestad farm museum
Collection of ancient wood buildings, rarely found outside Norway. It is an authentic farm as when it was abandoned in 1919, protected by law and made into museum. Buildings were erected during several hundred years, the oldest from around 1300 or older which is close to unique for a wooden building. Part of Setesdal museum.
By bus
Coach connections to Oslo and the towns along the western shore of the Oslo Fjord is excellent.no between 4 and 7 departures while Lavprisekspressen runs twice daily.
By boat
The ferry company Color Line operate car ferries to Denmark, 2 times each day (3 times on Saturday - Monday) to Hirtshals.
By car
By rail
Regional trains connect Kristiansand to other cities and towns along the Southern Railway Line (Sørlandsbanen).
By boat
Travel by small boat among the many small islands and straits is popular. In 2007 the Spangereid canal was created to allow small motor boats a short cut across Lindesnes peninsula.
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Kristiansand(Kjevik) · International · KRS
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Coastal town
provisioning before entering Setesdal
Coastal town in southwest
Largest city and centre of the area
A pleasant small town by three fjords
A cozy small coastal town
A small town in the souternmost part of Norway
Coastal town, known for white wood houses
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