Posts Tagged Østfold
Østfold in Pictures: Café Brandstrup, Moss
Posted by admin in Food and drink, Photos and videos on March 8, 2010
Win a two-night stay at the Thon Hotel Halden
Posted by admin in Uncategorized on March 5, 2010
It’s been six months! Yes, already… Six months of blogging about Østfold, and trying to tell the world about this wonderful, all-too-often forgotten corner of Norway. To celebrate, Elusive Moose has teamed up with the Thon Hotel Halden to run a competition, and offer one lucky winner a two-night stay for two here in Østfold. The Thon Hotel, which opened in June 2009, enjoys an excellent location right by the harbour in the pretty town of Halden, from which you can easily explore the rest of the county. So now there is really no excuse not to come and visit Østfold. Take the quiz below. There are 10 easy questions about Østfold, the answers to which can all be found on www.elusivemoose.eu (use the ‘search’ function or the tag cloud if you need a little help). Send your answers by 1 May 2010 to marie@elusivemoose.eu, and we’ll draw a lucky winner among all the correct entries. Good luck to all of you!
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HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW ØSTFOLD?
1. Norway’s most famous chef, Eyvind Hellstrøm, comes from Østfold. But where from exactly?
2. The Ytre Hvaler NP, Europe’s first marine National Park, opened in Hvaler in September last year. Which member of the Norwegian royal family attended the event, and officially declared the park open?
3. Which Østfold town is famous for its thriving community of vintage American car buffs?
4. What’s the airport code for Moss Rygge Airport, Østfold International Airport?
5. Who founded the city of Sarpsborg in 1016?
6. Norway’s first holistic spa can be found in Rømskog in Indre-Østfold. What is it called?
7. When was the oldest building in Gamlebyen, Fredrikstad’s Old Town, built?
8. What’s unique about Linnekleppen fire watchtower in Indre-Østfold?
9. Østfold’s highest waterfall can be found in the Halden municipality. What is it called?
10. The Fredrikstad Bridge is an impressive sight, high up over the River Glomma. But how long is it exactly?
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* Please note that the prize is subject to availability, and does not include breakfast. Travel to and from Halden is the responsibility of the prize-winner. For more information on the Thon Hotel Halden see http://www.thonhotels.no/halden
Sarpsborg Bowling Centre
Celebrating 20 years this year, Sarpsborg Bowlingsenter is one of Norway’s most popular bowling centres, attracting customers from all over eastern Norway and south-western Sweden. Located in Torsbekkdalen, along Rv109, between Sarpsborg and the E6 motorway, the White House, as it is known locally, boasts 16 bowling lanes, a laser world, billiard and snooker tables, and a range of simulators. There is a cafeteria on site, and fully-licensed VIP lounges for corporate events and birthday parties (the centre organises 2,000 such parties every year). A safe, fun environment for children and young people to play in, and a great option for the whole family on a rainy day.
Open seven days a week: Mon-Thu 1100-2300, Fri 1100-0100, Sat 1200-0100 and Sun 1200-2300.
Torsbekkveien 24. Tel: 69 13 05 50, www.sarpsborg-bowlingsenter.no
Østfold in Pictures: Halden Fortress
Posted by admin in History and architecture, Photos and videos on March 1, 2010
Fredriksten Festning, Halden
Posted by admin in History and architecture on March 1, 2010
Halden Fortress, or rather Fredriksten Festning, to give it its real name, was built in the 17th century in a bid to protect the country’s border against attacks form its belligerent neighbour to the south. Perched on a hill facing Sweden across Iddefjord, one of eastern Norway’s deepest fjords, the fortress is quite a sight, particularly when lit up at night. It is used for many events throughout the year, including outdoor concerts and an opera festival in summer, and a Christmas market in December.
The fortress is open to visitors year round. You can join a guided tour (including a ghost tour for children) in season or explore the compound at your leisure, with or without an audioguide. Fredriksten fortress is home to a museum, several restaurants, a shop and a tourist information centre. In addition there is also a golf course and a campsite (open in season only) within the grounds, just outside the walls. The fortress is a hugely popular attraction – 290,000 people visited last year (2009), more than ever before. Entry is free (charge for the museum).
Where to eat in Hvaler
Posted by admin in Food and drink on February 27, 2010
There are surprisingly few restaurants to choose from in the Hvaler Archipelago. You’ll find all five options listed below. Please note that with the exception of the last restaurant, all venues are located on Kirkeøy.
- Hvaler Gjestgiveri : One of the best restaurants in the archipelago, serving locally-sourced food in lovely rustic surrounds. Extensive wine list. Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 82 00, http://hvaler-gjestgiveri.no
- Sandbrekke Gjestegård: Traditional restaurant also showcasing local ingredients (Sandbrekke Gjestegård is a member of Regional Matkultur Østfold). Outdoor sitting in big garden in summer. Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 94 27, www.sandbrekke.no
- Vertshuset Skjærhalden: Right on the main square in Skjærhalden, you can’t miss this informal restaurant, popular for its pizzas and its sunday buffet. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Under kollen, Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 69 37 95 03, vertshus.net
- Første Reis: Relatively new in Skjærhalden (Første Reis opened in June 2009), this more upmarket restaurant specialises in seafood. Great location with outdoor sitting right by the water. Under Kollen, Skjærhalden, Kirkeøy. Tel: 91 91 77 33, www.forste-reis.no
- Havkatten: Maritime-themed restaurant offering seafood and outdoor seating by the guest harbour. Ødegårdskilen, Vesterøy. Tel: 69 37 70 90.