Kristiansund was established as a trading town in 1742 because of its good harbour conditions. Fishing has always been the main basis for Kristiansund.
Today Kristiansund has a large selection of schools.
Industry is dominated by oil and gas. Shipbuilding, fishing and fish processing are still important to Kristiansund, and Clipfish production is what made the town famous so is still important.
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: Kristiansund Airport has direct flights to Bergen, Oslo, Trondheim and smaller towns.
Drive: Kristiansund is located just off the E39 between Ålesund and Trondheim and has a number of tunnels connecting it to the mainland.
Train: No train access
Ferry: Kristiansund is a port of call for the coastal ferry. There are also smaller ferries connecting Kristiansund to other villages.
Getting Around
Kristiansund is spread out across multiple islands, so it’s good to familiarise yourself with public transportation.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
High End & Unique Eats
Places to Stay
All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences.
Camping
Cabins & B&Bs
Chains & Mid-Range
Thon Hotel Kristiansund is located in the old town on Innlandet island and is a lovely hotel.
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