1. Be a pirate – go on a treasure hunt

Treasure hunts can take many forms. But one thing is certain: they are popular. In the Indre Østfold region, you can take part in several different treasure hunts – and the great thing is that they are fun for all ages.

2. Visit Norway's best water park

Not quite ready to say goodbye to summer and swimming? Take a trip to Østfoldbadet in Askim. Here, it's sunny and summery all year round, and with the new outdoor facility, the water park is one of Norway's finest and most complete. Try out the slides, the climbing wall, take a dip in the rooftop hot tub, or play in the waves that are generated at regular intervals.

3. Experience beautiful cultural landscapes, exciting forests, and long lakes from the saddle of your bike

Inner Østfold is perfect for great cycling experiences. The region offers vibrant cultural landscapes, idyllic ponds, impressive power plants, and beautiful waterways. A combination of designated bike paths, forest roads, and country roads with little traffic provides many options. Get your bike out and plan your fall bike trips.

Speed and excitement on the pump tracks

Ready for some speed and excitement? In Indre Østfold, there are many cool bike tracks with both difficult lines for the experts and smooth curves for the beginners! Here you will find both pump tracks and bike/skate parks. And there is something for every skill level. In case you're wondering what a pump track is: A pump track is a closed circuit, or track, with a series of bumps, jumps, and dosages. The aim is to “pump” your way around the track instead of pedaling, hence the name pump track. Here you can cycle lap after lap! And the great thing about a pump track is that a three-year-old can do it, and so can grandma!

4. From tower to tower

Where can you find the best view? Peaks with viewing towers are perfect destinations for short trips or everyday excursions. The Inner Østfold region has several viewing towers to offer. On Linnekleppen, you can see all the way to Gaustadtoppen on clear days, and from the platform at the top of Haukenestårnet, you can see large parts of Indre Østfold and far into Sweden. Find your favorite and set off on a trip!

5. Indoor fun and games

Love being outdoors, but wondering what to do when the weather isn't conducive to outdoor activities? In the Indre Østfold region, you will find several fun indoor activities that children and adults can do together.

6. In harmony with nature

The Indre Østfold region is an eldorado for canoeing, hiking, and cycling, and here you can live the simple life in harmony with nature. There is a wide variety of fish and fishing spots. And for those who like to forage, there are good opportunities for picking both berries and mushrooms.

7. Enjoy a cozy shopping experience

Indre Østfold has several small gems of shops. Enjoy a pleasant shopping experience in one of the many charming shops in our region. In addition to the great shopping experience, you can also sit down, have a coffee, and really enjoy yourself. Inner Østfold also offers many other nice places to enjoy a good meal. Do something nice and take a trip out. See our overview of cafés and restaurants for tips on where to eat.

8. Be your own gourmet chef in nature

Food always tastes better outdoors! Do the preparations at home and enjoy nature once you are there. With a little planning and simple preparations, you can enjoy a real gourmet meal outdoors.

9. Sleep well in unique surroundings

In Indre Østfold, you can choose from many different accommodation options. How about staying in a tree, in a tower, on an old farmstead, on a farm, in a gapahuk (a type of shelter) or at a lovely spa hotel? Choose what suits you best.

Are you looking for a unique experience? A unique place to take someone you love? Or perhaps just a beautiful place to find yourself and find peace of mind? Then you should check out unique accommodations. Like Tretoppdomen - Here, Joakim has built a very special place. A perfect place to find peace with someone you love! Imagine sitting in the forest up in the trees and just enjoying the tranquility of the forest. Here you can fall asleep under the starry sky, wake up to the cheerful chirping of the morning birds, and truly enjoy life. Enjoy a good book, gaze at the stars, listen to the rustling of the treetops. The cabin can accommodate two people and has a fully equipped kitchen and toilet.

Or how about trying out the blueberry? In Hobøl at Den lille store gården (The Little Big Farm), you can hang out undisturbed in the trees and listen to the rustling of the pine trees. During the day, you can enjoy spending time with all the animals on the farm. Perhaps you would like to help with the morning feeding of the animals. They have a variety of farm animals, from mini horses, mini donkeys, and mini goats to chickens, dogs, and cats.

10. Natural, but close enough

“Yes, please, both,” some people say. In Indre Østfold, you can enjoy urban experiences, but wilderness experiences are not far away either. In addition, you can easily combine a few quiet days in Indre Østfold with the hectic, pulsating life of Oslo, as the distance is short.

In Indre Østfold, the pace of life is slower than in the capital, and in the towns of Askim and Mysen you can enjoy a full range of shopping opportunities, nightlife and activities for the busy urbanite. Here you will find a complete town center with small, cozy shops and a shopping mall side by side.