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Hamresanden — Norway
City & resort

Hamresanden

Kristiansand · 🇳🇴 Norway

Local gemEurope

One of southern Norway's finest beaches — a long arc of golden sand and calm, warm-for-Norway water east of Kristiansand.

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Sea temperature
~19°C in the warm season
Water
Calm, relatively warm Skagerrak, shallow and clear
Sand
A long, wide arc of fine golden sand
Swimming
Shallow, calm and warm for Norway — a family favourite
Best time to visit
Jun-Aug
Setting
One of southern Norway's finest sandy beaches, at the mouth of the Topdalsfjord east of Kristiansand
Beach type
City & resort
Region
Europe

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Hamresanden: frequently asked questions

Where is Hamresanden?

Hamresanden is at Kristiansand, on the coast of Norway.

What is the sea temperature at Hamresanden?

In the warm season the sea at Hamresanden reaches about 19°C. Calm, relatively warm Skagerrak, shallow and clear.

When is the best time to visit Hamresanden?

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

What kind of sand does Hamresanden have?

Hamresanden has a long, wide arc of fine golden sand.

Is Hamresanden good for swimming?

Shallow, calm and warm for Norway — a family favourite.

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