Kristiansand, the bright capital of Norway's south coast, is laid out in a way that makes it especially nice to drive. Its historic centre is famously called the 'Kvadraturen' — a neat grid of streets planned around four straight sides — and this film tours it on a beautiful summer evening.
The drive traces the four corners of the Kvadraturen, runs along the central spine of Kongens gate, and then heads out of the centre toward the leafy district of Lund. On a warm southern-Norway evening the city is at its most appealing: golden light on the low townhouses, people out enjoying the long summer dusk, and the relaxed, holiday feel of a coastal town that comes alive in the warm months. Kristiansand is the gateway to the southern archipelago and a beloved summer destination for Norwegians, and you can feel why here.
Southern Norway at its sunny best. Press play for the summer evening drive, and find more of my city drives on my channel.
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