- Explore Fredriksten Festning, Halden’s famous fortress, high up on the cliff overlooking the town. You can do so on your own, with an audio guide, or join a guided tour, every weekend in the summer.    www.halden.museum.no/festning.html (Norwegian only)

- Browse in Fønix record shop, a shop dedicated to 1950s and 60s music and fashion. Retro’s never been so cool! Fisketorget 1. www.nostalgia.no (Norwegian only)

- Visit the Fredrikshalds Teater, dating back to 1838, Norway’s best preserved baroque scene (by appointment only). Tel: 69 18 54 11, www.halden.museum.no/teater.html (Norwegian only)

- Fish for salmon in the Enningdal River, one of the best salmon rivers in Norway. The salmon season lasts from mid-May to mid-Aug.

- Visit Rød Herregård, one of the most famous mansions in the county – complete with original 18th century furniture and baroque gardens. Tel: 69 18 54 11, www.halden.museum.no/herregard.html (Norwegian only)

For more info visit www.visithalden.com