What’s the best vantage point in Østfold? Tough one, as there are so many spots affording great views all over the county, but these are my personal favourites:

- Linnekleppen, Indre-Østfold: Acres and acres of forest spreading as far as the eye can see is the stunning vista rewarding anyone climbing to the top of Linnekleppen, the last watchtower in Europe to still be manned in the summer months.

- Fredriksten Festning, Halden: Take in the sweeping panorama over Halden town and beyond from the top of the fortress, with the Iddefjord to the left. Impressive stuff!

- Blåsopp, Fredrikstad: Fantastic views over Mærrapanna and Gjetøya (and the vast expense of the Oslofjord beyond) from the top of this rocky cliff, a short walk from Oksrødkilen or Slevik just outside Fredrikstad.

- Hjelmkollen, Halden: This easily accessible vantage point 117m above sea level offers great views of Ringdalsfjorden, and the two Svinesund bridges (the old one in the foreground, the new one, with its distinctive arch, a few kilometers behind it in the distance).

- Ravneberget, Skjeberg: Great views over the fertile agricultural lands stretching between Borge and Rolvsøy in the distance from the top of this cliff, only a short walk from the Hunn field along Oldtidsveien. One can also make out Ullerøy, Torsnes and Tosekilen in the distance.