Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg is the 11th largest city in Norway with 55,000 inhabitants in the municipality, and another 178,000 in seven neighbouring municipalities within half an hour's drive. Sarpsborg is the capital of Østfold county and the largest city alongside the E6 motorway between Oslo (1 hour north of Sarpsborg) and Gothenburg (2 hours south of Sarpsborg). Downtown Sarpsborg is below 20 minutes from both alpine skiing slopes at the start of the 200 km-long archipelago from Sarpsborg to Gothenburg. In the downtown is a large park and the largest water fall in Europe.

An introduction to Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg was founded by St. Olaf in 1016, making the city one of the eight Norwegian cities of today with a Viking age origin, together with Trondheim, Bergen, Stavanger, Skien, Tønsberg, Oslo and Hamar. St. Olaf founded the city at Sarpsfossen falls, because it was not feasible to sail further up river Glomma. In fact Glomma is Norway's longest river, and only beaten by a few EU rivers in terms of flow rate: Danube, Rhine, Rhone, Po, Vistula, Loire and Elbe. In 1567 the King of Denmark relocated Sarpsborg 14 kilometers further down the river, closer to the river mouth in Skagerrak. That place is now a separate city called Fredrikstad. The river falls made perfect conditions for industry, so Sarpsborg regained its city status in 1839. The riverside was the perfect place to locate industry, which made Sarpsborg grow together with Fredrikstad to form the 6th most populated urban area in Norway, with 111,000 inhabitants in a contiguous built-up area surrounding both sides of the Glomma. Sarpsborg is still a very industrial city, with above 10 kilometers of the riverside contiguously covered with industry. The industry was to a large content built up by British factory owners, and the British traditions is still visible via British townhouse architecture and a strong interest and achiements in football and golf. Another proof of the city beeing industrial, is that Labour Party have had the mayor since 1913, making it the only major city they never have lost an election in.

Travel to Sarpsborg

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg is served by the Norwegian State Railway. The fastest trains make the journey in 1h 21 min from Oslo and 2h 29 min from Gothenburg. The trains from Oslo depart every hour from 06:01 to 00:01, and stops in Ski, Moss, Rygge, Råde and Fredrikstad on the way to Sarpsborg and Halden. Three daily train services connect Gothenburg, Trollhättan, Vänersborg and Ed in Dalsland with Sarpsborg. Departure time from Gothenburg is 06:55, 13:00 and 17:55. Around 550 passengers a day use the train station in Sarpsborg.

Travel on a Bus in Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg is served by the Timekspressen. This bus line departs Oslo every hour from 07:05 to 20:05, plus 22:05 on weekdays and 23:15 on Saturdays. Travel duration to Sarpsborg Bus Terminal is 1h 30 min from Oslo, 58 minutes from Ås and 37 minutes from Moss. While the Timekspressen goes to the downtown and the GoByBus line from Oslo to Uddevalla and Gothenburg only stops at Quality Hotel Sarpsborg by the E6, 3 km north of the downtown. GoByBus operates 5 times a day. 4 of the daily schedules also stop in Strömstad and Tanum in Bohuslän. 3 of the daily schedules are prolonged to Helsingborg, Malmö and Copenhagen. The most popular bus line in Sarpsborg is Glommaringen with 8 departures to Fredrikstad every hour, and around 2,800 daily passengers. It is also daily bus connection between Sarpsborg and the smaller towns Askim and Mysen in northern Østfold.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Sarpsborg

Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport (CPH) is the only airport with a direct bus line to Sarpsborg. But with only 3 daily routes and almost 7 hours travel duration, it is a poor alternative. More usual is to travel to Oslo's Gardermoen Airport, Torp Airport or Gothenburg's Landvetter Airport and take a train or bus to downtown, and find a bus or train to Sarpsborg there. Doing this the travel duration from the airports to Sarpsborg usually will be between 2 and 3 hours.

By car

Arriving from south use Exit 5 or Exit 6 on the E6 through Sweden and Norway|European Route E6 motorway. Exit 5 passes Sarpsfossen and the largest waterfall in Europe on the way into the downtown. Exit 6 passes Amfi Borg, a large shopping mall with over 70 stores. Arriving from north use Exit 7, where the Quality Hotel Sarpsborg is situated. Above 20,000 vehicles a day use the E6 through Sarpsborg. By vehicle the travel duration from Sarpsborg is 15 minutes to Fredrikstad, 20 minutes to Moss and Halden and 30 minutes to Askim, Mysen and Strömstad. Sarpsborg is a popular transit station for tourists going further north in Norway, because it is half-way between Denmark and the most spectacular fjords and mountains of Norway, around 6 hours from both Copenhagen and Sognefjorden.

How to get around in Sarpsborg

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When driving, try to avoid the bridges across the river during rush hour (7.30 - 8.30 AM and 3.30 - 5 PM), as they are major bottlenecks and congested.

What to see in Sarpsborg

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Kulåsparken Idyllic city park with an amphitheatre, playground and bandstand GPS 59.28017, 11.11055
Hafslund manor - 59.2737, 11.1364 Opening Hours: Sundays 12, 1 and 2 PM (June-August) - Farm, park and conference center. Home of the climate conferences CC8 and CC9, with several former head of states participating. The park is open to the public year-round, guided tours of the main building from 1762 available on Sundays from June-August.

Borregaard manor - 59.2745, 11.1078 - Farm, park and conference center. Home of the peace negotiations between Israeli settler and Palestinian leaders leading up to the Oslo Accords.

Storedal kultursenter - 59.2240, 11.1073 Opening Hours: Summer only 60kr - Park and experience centre for the blind, centered around the sound sculpture "Ode to Light" by Arnold Haukeland and Arne Nordheim.

Borgarsyssel museum - Vollgaten 10 59.2791, 11.1239 ☎ +47 69 11 56 50 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8 AM to 3.30 PM (June 19th -) 60kr (Children 20) Østfold's county museum with 36 historical buildings, built around the ruins of the 12th century Street Nicholas church.

Soli Brug Galleri - Aagaardveien 177 59.333741, 10.970266 ☎ +47 916 35 560 | Opening Hours: Noon–7PM - One of Østfold's most visited galleries, spread out in farm buildings beside a tributary of river Glomma. They also sell the award-winning Soli apple juice, produced by the inventor of the design language CSS, a neighbour to the gallery.

Best things to do in Sarpsborg

Beach at Høysand - Beach at Høysand

Høysand

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Golf courses Borregaard (9-hole) 59.2954, 11.1331
Skjeberg - = (18-hole) GPS 59.2756, 11.1984 | url = and
Øya - = (9-hole, pay-and-play) GPS 59.3032, 11.1506 | url =

Østfold Golfsenter - = The largest indoor golf centre in Scandinavia GPS 59.2792, 11.0923
Superland - 59.2962801, 11.0600833 Activity centre at Quality Hotel & Resort Sarpsborg with an indoor water park, climbing, skating track and several other activities

Eventyrfabrikken - 59.27814, 11.0916651 Opening Hours: noon - 8 pm 139kr Marge indoor play centre for children

Kjerringåsen Alpinsenter - 59.3912818, 11.0971805 - Skiing centre with 4 slopes and lighted cross-country courses

Inspiria science center - 59.2978, 11.0622 - Inspiria science center is provides an adventure in mathematics, science and technology, whereby visitors learn by experimenting themselves. In science, children and adults explore the phenomena of nature and the environment, health and technology through their own activities and in collaboration with others.

Tunevannet 59.2935, 11.0863 - Popular fresh water bathing spot near the town centre.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Sarpsborg

Storbyen - Roald Amundsensgate 36 59.2836, 11.1079 By the town square Opening Hours: Weekdays 9 AM - 8 PM, Saturdays 9 AM - 6 PM - Shopping centre in the town centre. Contains 75 shops and restaurants and the town's bus terminal.

Amfi Borg - Borg Storsenter | 59.27383, 11.08230 By motorway exit 6 ☎ +47 69 16 67 00 | Opening Hours: Weekdays 10 AM - 8 PM, Saturdays 10 AM - 6 PM - Shopping centre with 70 shops 3 kilometers outside town centre

Tunejordet 59.28718, 11.08174 Between motorway exits 6 and 7 Opening Hours: Weekdays 10AM - 8PM, Saturdays 10AM - 6PM - Retail area west of the town centre. You will find Sarpsborg's first shopping centre, Stopp (30 shops); two garden centres, electronics superstores Expert and Elkjøp, supermarkets and several vehicle retailers.

Halal Restaurants in Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg has 15 year-round open restaurants with service by the table, all listed here. No restaurants are among the 28 Norwegian restaurants outside Oslo to be listed in White Guide Nordic, but 3 restaurants have the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Most of the proper restaurants are situated in or near the pedestrian street in downtown Sarpsborg. Another category of eating is chain restaurants where you order at the counter, including McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant), Subway, Egon and Dominos, with Burger King (Please do not support Burger King as Burger King supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) to open later in 2018. The city also have a wide range of lunch cafes, pizza restaurants and take-away places, including Kafésøstrene, Paradis Pizzas (famous for kebab), Tui Wok, Foyns, Pizzabakeren, Rich Bar (famous for mashed potatoes) and Høk Kro. A final category is the archipelago resturants, of which some are only open during summer time. Listings updated in March 2023, unless stated.

Trip Advisor Certificate

Festiviteten Sandesundsveien 2 59.281673, 11.108787 ☎ +47 69 13 30 00 | Opening Hours: 11:30AM–10PM Median main course: 325 NOK Fine dining on the junction of the city park.

Sarpen St. Marie gate 101 59.282837, 11.113184 ☎ +47 450 64 500 | Opening Hours: 09AM–11PM Specialized in lunch and Coffee, turns into a pre-party bar in weekends.

Libanon Palace St. Marie gate 70 59.282242, 11.114450 ☎ +47 409 92 232 | Opening Hours: 1–10PM Median main course: 200 NOK One of the newest restaurants, introducing the concept of middle east meze.

A La Carte

Edo St. Marie gate 74 59.28241, 11.11403 ☎ +47 69 12 11 35 - The high-class brasserie in the pedestrian street.

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Østfoldstuene Bjørnstadveien 20 59.2962, 11.0649 ☎ +47 69 10 15 00 - Hotel restaurant at Quality Hotel by Exit 7 from the E6.

O'Learys Roald Amundsens gate 36 59.283991, 11.108854 ☎ +47 480 00 101 | Opening Hours: 11 AM Monday - 11 PM Median main course: 209 NOK 50 TV screens in this sports restaurant, only 2 minutes by bike from soccer stadium, and 4 minutes from the hockey arena.

Henry's Per Gyntveien 16 B 59.2932, 11.1093 ☎ +47 69 14 90 53 | Opening Hours: 8 AM–8 PM Median main course: 160 NOK Typical suburb restaurant serving mostly Norwegian food.

Asian

China Plaza - St. Marie gate 93 59.28240, 11.11459 ☎ +47 69 15 04 22 | Opening Hours: 1-10 PM Median main course: 188 NOK Mong-running and popular Asian restaurant. Serves Chinese, (Thai), Korean, and Nordic meals, sushi and takeaway. Has a large outdoor garden and playroom for children.

Lykkens Mathus St. Marie gate 49 59.28051, 11.12051 ☎ +47 69 15 25 52 - Chinese restaurant in Eastern Sarpsborg.

Kampan - Torget 4 59.28424, 11.11049 - (Thai) restaurant by the town square.

China House - Hafslunds gate 41 59.2718536, 11.1476537 ☎ +47 69 16 98 88 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday13:00-21:00, Saturday to Sun 13:00-22:00, Tuesday closed - Suburban Chinese restuaurant at Hafslund, east of the river

Mediterranean

Fratelli St. Marie gate 95 59.2825, 11.1140 ☎ +47 69 15 25 00 - Greek food in a restaurant with a good view to the pedestrian street.

Pizzanini St. Marie gate 76 59.282573, 11.113496 ☎ +47 69 15 00 91 | Opening Hours: 11AM–11PM Median main course: 209 NOK Urban style chain restaurant with a good view from some of the tables into the kitchen.

Steaks

Big Horn - (booking)/1 St. Marie gate 103 59.2829, 11.1129 ☎ +47 69 12 22 00 - Main courses: 210-560kr Chain restaurant with Steaks served with bernaise Sauces, corn and different sorts of potato.

Dickens - St. Marie gate 109 59.2832, 11.1119 ☎ +47 69 15 28 92 - Mongest running restaurant in Sarpsborg, famous for large Steaks, and in particular its horse beef Steaks and the "Stablemaster Steak"

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Archipelago

Salt Nancy Johannessens vei 5 59.190531, 11.186741 - Hillside restaurant with beach club sessions and a great view of the Hvaler archipelago.

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Ramsalt Høysandveien 211 59.192069, 11.185611 - By Sarpsborg Marina, just across the road from a ice cream bar with pink soft ice, officially opened by the mayor every spring.

Kaptein Kaos Ullerøyveien 628 59.155023, 11.144071 - Situated midway between Norway's largest marina and the tip of South Karlsøy and the most remote island reached by bike.

Bukten Delebekkbukta 12 59.189804 , 11.167758 - The Asian alternative in the archipelago, situated at a large beach and camping site.

Sarpsborg have the best selection of pubs between Oslo and Gothenburg, and some of them have a impressive selection of soft drinks. The nightlife scene is boosted with some clubs that are only open during weekends. Serving is allowed until 1.30 AM in Sarpsborg, and all places must be closed at 2 AM. In the summer months the drinking places are allowed to serve for half an hour extra. In addition to the mentioned drinking places here, Dickens and O'Learys converts from restaurants to clubs during late hours. Norway's second largest brewery group is from Sarpsborg. Be sure to taste the Borg pilsner or bock during your stay.

Sportspuben Kirkegata 51
Bar 1016 St. Marie gate 105
Førtito Street Nikolas gate 16
Karma Pellygata 68
Nittende Bjørnstadveien 20
Nye Blå Hafslunds gate 41
Edvarts Nye Pellygata 78 The place you should go if you want to meet local residents rather early in the day. Often live-music during weekends.

Olavs Orebekkveien 5 Suburban pub in Greåker, midway on the frequent bus line to Fredrikstad.

Neptune Jernbanegata 14 Basement pub with outdoor area and above ten soft drinks on tap, neighbour to the cinema.

Oppe & Nede St. Marie gate 82 Tight two-storey night club. Only open in the weekends.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Sarpsborg, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Sarpsborg. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Sarpsborg and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Sarpsborg. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Sarpsborg. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSarpsborg: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Sarpsborg.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Sarpsborg: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Sarpsborg, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Sarpsborg.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Sarpsborg, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Sarpsborg, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Sarpsborg and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Sarpsborg, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Sarpsborg, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Sarpsborg without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Sarpsborg is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Sarpsborg.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Sarpsborg is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Sarpsborg

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Quality Hotel & Resort Sarpsborg - Bjørnstadveien 20, 1713 Sarpsborg 59.2960, 11.0650 ☎ +47 69 10 15 00 - Mocated by motorway exit 7, about 2 kilometers west of town centre

Scandic Hotel Sarpsborg - Hotell Saga | Sandesundsveien 1, 1706 Sarpsborg 59.2832, 11.1092 Sarpsborg downtown ☎ +47 69 12 42 00
Sarpsborg Vandrerhjem Tuneheimen - Tuneveien 44 - 1710 Sarpsborg 59.2917, 11.0905 ☎ +47 69 14 50 01
Hotell 1016 - @.no Glengsgata 21 59.2845, 11.1137 ☎ +47 69 15 20 55 - Small hotel in town centre

Utne camping - Desiderias vei 41 59.3183, 10.9807 Between motorway exits 8 and 9 ☎ +47 69 14 71 26 - Rooms from 600kr - Camping site with rooms and cabins for rent, 10 kilometers west of town centre.

News & References Sarpsborg

Travel Next

Sarpsborg makes a good base for adventuring the Oslofjord archipelago as well as the Swedish West Coast and Bohuslän region.

For day trips from Sarpsborg and the followings are popular:

Tusenfryd — Norway's biggest amusement park, only 40 min from Sarpsborg by car.
Halden — neighbouring city 20 min to the south, with a remarkable fortress above the downtown.
Fredrikstad — Sarpsborg's twin city 15 min west, by the outlet of Glomma, with a fortified Old Town.
Strömstad — Sweden's western-most city. Only 30 min away. Fishing village grown into shopping eldorado.
Hvaler — archipelago with over 800 islands - of which the 4 largest are reached by car. 30-45 min away.