Live and work in Fredrikstad
In today’s digitally interconnected world, surprising places are fast becoming the New Local. Fredrikstad, a historic Fortress town, located on the Glomma river where it meets the Skagerrak, is no exception.
VOTED AS NORWAY’S MOST ATTRACTIVE CITY
Voted Norway’s most attractive city in 2017, Fredrikstad offers our UNITE colleagues the ideal balance of work-life and leisure, just one hour south of Oslo.
Fredrikstad is a unique, big city experience wrapped in a small town’s cosy atmosphere. It is a vibrant, growing city located in beautiful rural and riverfront surroundings; an ideal, friendly mix of town and idyllic countryside. Fredrikstad’s cosmopolitan amenities line the Glomma river quayside. They include beautiful new apartment developments, a modern cinema, shopping, leisure and fitness facilities, and smart bars, nightclubs and restaurants – all set happily alongside and in amongst unspoilt, historic buildings going back to the 16th century. With a population of around 80,000 Fredrikstad is a bustling, lively place, without ever feeling crowded.
VOTED AS NORWAY’S MOST ATTRACTIVE CITY
Voted Norway’s most attractive city in 2017, Fredrikstad offers our UNITE colleagues the ideal balance of work-life and leisure, just one hour south of Oslo.
Fredrikstad is a unique, big city experience wrapped in a small town’s cosy atmosphere. It is a vibrant, growing city located in beautiful rural and riverfront surroundings; an ideal, friendly mix of town and idyllic countryside. Fredrikstad’s cosmopolitan amenities line the Glomma river quayside. They include beautiful new apartment developments, a modern cinema, shopping, leisure and fitness facilities, and smart bars, nightclubs and restaurants – all set happily alongside and in amongst unspoilt, historic buildings going back to the 16th century. With a population of around 80,000 Fredrikstad is a bustling, lively place, without ever feeling crowded.
Welcome to Fredrikstad
Did you know Edvard Munch’s life story began in Fredrikstad? Our city is spectacularly rich in culture and history. Every street corner has its own story to tell – fitting with our maritime past and present, we even have a Cathedral that doubles as a lighthouse.
You can find out more about Fredrikstad here: https://www.visitoestfold.com/no/fredrikstad-og-hvaler/
But as the UNITE offices are right by the picturesque Fredrikstad railway station, on the main line between Oslo (1 hour) and Gothenburg (3 hours), why not come and experience Fredrikstad for yourself? You might find it is where you belong…