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Arendal, Norway


Weave through a constellation of picturesque isles and discover quaint Arendal, which drapes over the verdant hills lining the mouth of the Nidelva River. Stroll the stone-paved streets of the enchanting Old Town, where flower-bedecked wooden homes are painted in crisp white or vivid crimson. The town’s proud fishing heritage is on display at the fascinating Bratteklev Shipyard, which has been maintained exactly as it appeared in 1876. On lush Merdø Island, explore a historic farmhouse that offers a glimpse into rural 18th-century life. Despite its unassuming size, Arendal hosts acclaimed exhibits of contemporary art at the Bomuldsfabriken Kunsthall, a forward-thinking museum inventively located on the grounds of a 19th-century textile factory.