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Bystranda — Norway
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Bystranda

Kristiansand · 🇳🇴 Norway

Local gem⚑ Blue FlagEurope

Imported golden sand and calm, warm water right beside Kristiansand's town centre and harbour baths.

Water at Bystranda (Kristiansand, Norway) runs to about 17°C at the height of the season, and Jun-Aug is the window to aim for. The beach flies the Blue Flag for water quality and safety.

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Sea temperature
~17°C in the warm season
Water
Calm, shallow, relatively warm Skagerrak
Sand
An imported golden-sand city beach lined with planted palms
Swimming
Shallow, calm and family-friendly right in the city
Best time to visit
Jun-Aug
Setting
Kristiansand's central city beach by the Aquarama baths and the new Kanalbyen quarter, palms and all
Beach type
City & resort
Blue Flag
Yes
Region
Europe

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Bystranda: frequently asked questions

Where is Bystranda?

Bystranda is at Kristiansand, on the coast of Norway.

What is the sea temperature at Bystranda?

In the warm season the sea at Bystranda reaches about 17°C. Calm, shallow, relatively warm Skagerrak.

When is the best time to visit Bystranda?

The best time to visit Bystranda is Jun-Aug. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Bystranda have?

Bystranda has an imported golden-sand city beach lined with planted palms.

Is Bystranda good for swimming?

Shallow, calm and family-friendly right in the city.

Does Bystranda have Blue Flag status?

Yes — Bystranda holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.

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