Relax and take a trip to art experiences in Fredrikstad. Here, you can stroll through Gamlebyen Tthe Old Town), enjoy good food, drinks, and, most importantly, high-level art.

Whether you arrive by car or train, Fredrikstad is a great destination for art experiences both outdoors and indoors!

At Phønixbrygga in Fredrikstad, you’ll find three monumental cast iron sculptures of young girl heads. These sculptures, created by Jaume Plensa, are named ‘In My Faith, In My Hope, In My Love.’

Located near the Glomma River, between Gamlebyen and Fredrikstad city center, these sculptures can be seen from all angles. 

The perspective-distorted effect has become Plensa’s trademark. The 4.5-meter-tall sculptures contrast the serene, introspective expressions of the young women portrayed. The vertical stretching of the heads gives their faces a fluid and spiritual quality. Plensa modeled these heads after real people.

About the artist: Jaume Plensa (born in 1955) from Barcelona and works with various media and materials. He has created public artworks in cities around the world. Plensa is best known for his sculptures of young women.

He is a prominent name among sculptors working in public spaces, leaving his mark in cities such as Chicago, Dubai, London, Liverpool, Nice, Tokyo, Toronto, Vancouver, and Fredrikstad.

Your next experience on the trip is Edvard Munch’s mothers. You can take a guided walk through the streets of Fredrikstad, which can be booked year-round. In Storgata, Fredrikstad, two girls were born who would greatly influence the painter Edvard Munch. These girls were his mother, Laura Cathrine Munch (née Bjølstad), and his beloved aunt, Karen Bjølstad. This walk takes you through Edvard Munch’s early history in the streets of Fredrikstad. The walk starts in Fredrikstad Sentrum. Author Torill Stokkan provides the details."

Author Torill Stokkan provides you with a fascinating insight into Edvard Munch’s history from Isegran, Kråkerøy, Storgata, Glemmen Church, and Hankø.

Next, we recommend having lunch at Bastionen 5 in the Old Town. Here, you’ll find artists at work, exhibitions, and a café with live music. It’s a place where charm and atmosphere blend seamlessly, making it perfect for a light lunch at Café Magenta.

After your meal, continue your exploration to see Gamlebyen (the Old Town), founded in 1567 by King Frederick II. Today, it is considered one of the best-preserved fortress towns in the Nordic region. 

What makes Gamlebyen even more exciting is that it serves as a living, large-scale museum where people visit, live, and work—a truly unique place!

Details:

Suitable for: Individuals and groups

Duration: 4-6 hours (including lunch)

Season: Year-round

You can book the guided tour by emailing info@visitfredrikstadhvaler.com."