Bathing Spots in Halden

Halden is a beautiful town offering several great swimming spots for both residents and visitors. From sandy beaches with crystal-clear water to idyllic piers and rocky shores, Halden has something for everyone. Here is an overview of some of the locations:

Bokerødstranda i Halden .
Photo: Ann-Kristin Johnsen / Ankis Hobbyfoto
Bokerødstranda i Halden .
Photo: Ann-Kristin Johnsen / Ankis Hobbyfoto

Bakke Camping


At Bakke Camping, you’ll find a beautiful, shallow sandy beach where you can swim and enjoy Iddefjorden. There are benches and tables by the beach. Approximately 14 km from Halden city center.

Badeplass på Bakke camping .
Photo: Thomas Andersen for Borgleden
Badeplass på Bakke camping .
Photo: Thomas Andersen for Borgleden

Engevika


A lovely small sandy beach by Iddefjorden, just 2 km from the city center. Located along the coastal trail.

Badeplass på Engevika .
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Badeplass på Engevika .
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Isebakkestranda


Sandy beach at Iddefjorden with a large grassy area. There is also a swimming pier, a volleyball net, and a table tennis table. Additionally, there are chairs and tables on the beach.

Isebakkestranda .
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Isebakkestranda .
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Krusetertjern


Swimming area with otters and great hiking opportunities, as well as a prepared sandy beach. Facilities include a kiosk, picnic area, toilets, grill, playground equipment, floating pier, and diving board. Approximately 8 km north of Halden along Rv 21.

Krusetertjern .
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Krusetertjern .
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Kornsjø


At the border bridge at Kornsjø, there is a swimming area with a sandy beach, diving board, and pier. Here, you can swim from Norway to Sweden and back if you like. Approximately 30 km from the city center.

Badeplass på Kornsjø .
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Badeplass på Kornsjø .
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Langholmen Camping


Child-friendly sandy beach, rocky shores, sheltered coves, and grassy slopes, south-facing toward Iddefjorden. About 9 km south of Halden along Fv 220. Located along the coastal trail.

Badeplass på Langholmen camping .
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Badeplass på Langholmen camping .
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Pina og Grønnbukt på Kjeøya


Nice natural swimming spot on the west side of Kjeøya, just outside Sponvika. Sandy beaches and beautiful rocky shores. Outdoor toilet, mooring pier at Pina, several bunkers, and great hiking opportunities. Located along the coastal trail, approximately 15 km from the city center.

Pina og Grønnbukt på Kjeøya .
Photo: Nikolai Saxer Olsen
Pina og Grønnbukt på Kjeøya .
Photo: Nikolai Saxer Olsen

Store Erte


Smooth, worn rocks and a newly developed sandy beach with a picnic area. Facilities include toilets and a floating pier. Approximately 9 km north of Halden along Rv 21.

Store Erte .
Photo: Martin Sagholen
Store Erte .
Photo: Martin Sagholen

Svalerødkilen


Long and beautiful sandy beach in Svalerødkilen, near Sponvika. Features playground equipment and toilets. Located along the coastal trail, approximately 15 km from the city center.

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Røsnæskilen


Sandstrand og gresslette med bord, benker og båtbrygger. Ta av mot Røsneskilen fra fv 118

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Røsnæskilen .
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Vadet


Newly established swimming area in 2022 with a sandy beach and pier, located near Tistedal School by Femsjøen.

Badeplass på Vadet .
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Badeplass på Vadet .
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Vanninga


Shallow swimming area at Femsjøen with a sandy beach and grassy lawn. Facilities include toilets and a floating pier. Approximately 6 km north of Halden along Rv 21.

Badeplass på Vanninga .
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Badeplass på Vanninga .
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Ystehedeneset


Well adapted for wheelchair users and the visually impaired. Features a bathing ramp, large picnic tables, and an accessible toilet. Approximately 10 km from the city center.

Badeplass på Ystehedeneset .
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Badeplass på Ystehedeneset .
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Badebussen i Halden

Badebussen er et gratis og miljøvennlig sommertilbud for alle som ønsker å komme seg til Haldens populære badeplasser og friluftsområder. I perioden 23. juni til 17. august kjører minibussen fra sentrum til Vanninga, Kruseter, Sponvika og…

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Badeplass på Ystehedeneset .
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Badeplass på Ystehedeneset .
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Jente som spiser is i havnen i Halden. .
Photo: Veronica van Groningen
Jente som spiser is i havnen i Halden. .
Photo: Veronica van Groningen