Private Lochner hike in Kristiansand

You will begin this hike outside the Kristiansand Tourist Office in the Town Hall and make your way through quiet streets to a charming park between the city and the forest, where you may spot birds, squirrels and perhaps even a deer.From there, you will enter the Kristiansand forest (Bymarka), pass Lake Bånetjønn and climb a steep stone stairway through a narrow passage. At the top, you will follow a woodland path towards Lake Bergvannet, where you will pause for refreshments and, on warm days, enjoy a swim.Afterwards, you will head towards Ravndalen (the Valley of the Raven), stopping at scenic viewpoints along the way. A dramatic precipice will reveal magnificent views over Kristiansand and the Skagerrak Sea before you descend carefully into the valley. In Ravndalen, you will find refreshments before continuing towards the historic park gifted to the city by King Christian IV of Denmark in 1641.

Highlights

  • The beauty of Norwegian nature all around you
  • Wildlife spotting along the way
  • A true adventure led by your knowledgeable guide
  • Everything Kristiansand has to offer in one unforgettable experience
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Activity package

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Facilities

Free cancellation
mobile
5 hours
Available in English

What's included

  • Private tour

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Where you'll meet

Meet at Tourist Information inside Kristiansand Town Hall (Rådhuset).

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When in Norway

Important information

Know in advance: * The walking distance is 12 kilometres * Children below the age of 5 are not permitted on this tour. Children between the ages of 5 -12 are free. Children must be accompanied by at least 1 adult. Recommended minimum age for children is 10 + years old * Some hiking experience and a reasonable level of fitness required

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