Fancy a swim? Maybe you’ve decided to get in shape this year. Or you’re just looking for something to keep the kids busy this weekend. Anyway, here is a list of the main swimming pools in Østfold.

- Sarpsborg Superland. Excellent option for families, with 4 swimming pools, sauna, steam room, waterslides, and more. Bjørnstadveien 20, just off the E6. Tel: 69 10 15 00, www.superland.no. Prices: 90Kr during the week, 110Kr weekends and holidays (adults). Children up to 2 go free. Family packages and annual membership available. Discounts for OAPs, youth etc. Open 7 days a week, times vary, check website for more info.

- Remmen Svømmehall, Halden. Swimming pool on the campus of Østfold University College (Høgskolen i Østfold). Tel: 69 17 45 00. Prices: 50Kr adults, 25Kr children, under-3s free. Opening times: 5pm to 8pm Mon, Wed and Fri, 3pm to 7pm Tues and Thu, Sat 10am-3pm. Swimming time up to an hour after closing time.

- Østfoldbadet, Askim. Another good option for families (see former entry on this blog). Askim town centre. Tel: 69 81 99 00, www.ostfoldbadet.no. Prices: 115Kr adult, 85Kr 2-12, youth and OAPs 95 (+ 15Kr weekends). Open 7 days a week, times vary, check website for more info.

- Kongstenhallen, Fredrikstad. The outdoor swimming complex (Olympic pool, 2 extra pools, slide and 10m diving board) is always packed on hot summer days, and for a reason. The indoor pool is nothing special, but cheap. Just outside Gamlebyen at Trosvikveien 12. Tel: 69 95 82 98. Prices: 45Kr adults, 30Kr children (indoor swimming pool), 50Kr and 40Kr outdoors. Open 7 days a week, times vary, ring for info.

- Mossehallen, Moss. Slightly tired-looking pool in need of renovation, but the only option in Moss. One 25 x 12,5m pool, but nothing specifically for children. Kafeteria on site. Tel: 69 24 33 42. Prices: 60Kr and 30Kr. Closed Sundays, times vary, ring for more info.