Kategori: Guided tour

Berry Picking in the Forest – Discover Nature’s Pantry

Berry Picking in the Forest – Discover Nature’s Pantry

Late summer and autumn transform the forests around Fredrikstad and Hvaler into a rich natural pantry filled with blueberries and lingonberries. Join Ut i det Fri on a relaxing guided berry-picking adventure through beautiful Norwegian woodland as we explore both well-known and hidden trails in search of the season’s best berries.

Along the way, your experienced guide will share local knowledge about edible berries, Norwegian outdoor traditions, and simple ways to make your own homemade jam over an open fire using the berries you’ve picked.

Ut i det Fri specializes in nature-based experiences with experienced guides in kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), coastal adventures, forest activities, and outdoor life.

Information & Rates 2026

  • Duration: 2–3 hours
  • Location: Approximately 20 minutes from Fredrikstad city centre (the exact location depends on where the berries are in season)
  • Capacity: 5–30 participants (larger groups on request)
  • Season: July/August–October (depending on the berry season)
  • Rate: NOK 650 per person, including light refreshments

The Hvaler Islands

TOUR DESCRIPTION:

The Hvaler archipelago consists of 833 islands, islets, and skerries.

Skjærhalden is Hvaler's largest village and is situated on Kirkøy. These islands are filled with history which the guide is looking forward to sharing with you. Among the islands’ many attractions is Hvaler Church, one of Norway’s oldest medieval stone churches. We also visit Utgårdskilen, East Norway's largest fishing harbour, and The Marine National Park at Skjærhalden, Norway's first marine national park.

FIGURES & FACTS:

Guided Tour, by bus/foot

Duration: 3 hours – Capacity: 10 – 300

Season: All year

Guided tour with Karen the Alebrewer

Join in on a live storytelling in the streets of the Old Town with Karen the Alebrewer. She will tell you about old days in the Old Town, when there was an inn on every corner in the Old Town, and the thirst quencher was beer. The walk lasts about 45 minutes and takes you on an entertaining and humorous journey in fantastic surroundings in the Old Town.

Also available throughout the evening with dinner in a rustic setting, quizzes, competitions and lots of fun, as well as music with an entertaining shanty man.

Karen Øltapper is played by Talina Hansen, actress and theater producer with 30 years of success in stage entertainment: comedies, revues, cabaret, games and children's entertainment.

INFORMATION & PRICE 2026
Duration 45 minutes
Season all year round
Price NOK 6 000 for groups up to 50 people, then NOK 100 per person

 

Isegran – the peaceful Island

A picnic trip to the historic and peaceful island of Isegran. The famous naval commander Tordenskjold had his base here during the Great Northern War of the 18th century , and in the Middle Ages the pirate Mindre Alv built a fortress here as his base. Isegran is also the home of Fredrikstad Maritime Museum, and we will be visiting a maritime workshop

 

FIGURES & FACTS:

Duration: 1 hour 

Capacity: 20 – 300

Season: All year

Tracks: easy

Guided tour in The Fortified Town – Gamlebyen

TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Gamlebyen is one of Northern Europe’s best preserved fortified towns, and was founded in 1567 by King Fredrik II. Experience the particular atmosphere in our town, Gamlebyen in Fredrikstad. Every house has its own tale to tell, you can almost hear them relate what they have experienced down through the years. Just think what it would be like in those days: the pigs running free around the town, the forced labourers on all fours laying the cobblestones you are now walking on. Not to forget the social differences that were in force: the Commandant had the last word in the garrison town, the well-to-do ladies rode in their wagons to the sound of horses hoofs on the cobblestones; the tramp of marching garrison soldiers.

The old town is a vibrant city with approx. 400 inhabitants, exciting shops, museums, galleries, restaurants and cafes.

Put aside an hour to look back in time and let our guides tell you stories full of history and adventure that have happened here!

This is a definite "must see"!

INFORMATION & PRICE 2025​​​​
Guided Tour, by foot
Duration: 1 hour 15 min.
Capacity: 1 – 300
Season: All year
Tracks: easy, cobblestone streets

Price: NOK 3 250 for groups up to 25 people, then NOK 130 per person