Kristiansand

What we can report on well now are supply and disposal stations. Discharge gray water, black water, refill fresh water. The stations are mega practical, mostly free of charge and allow us to be self-sufficient again for a few days. In addition to being practical, they are also exciting as almost every station has a different principle. There was a completely new type in Mandal, actually I know it as a cattle grid, so that they don't leave their enclosure over the road. However, there was a drain underneath with a huge flush.

We continued our journey towards Kristiansand. Drying the shoes, that is, running the heating all night at 21 degrees with ventilation, resulted in an empty gas bottle. We found a gas filling station near Kristiansand in an industrial area, so we went there first before sightseeing; it worked great with the super friendly station master.

In Kristiansand, we immediately parked on a parking lot where we could also spend the night. Exploration of the city began right around the corner from the parking lot with Fiskerbrygga. The first time in Norway at a place where you could buy fresh fish and seafood. No idea where we slept...

We have often found that Norwegians must be passionate ice cream eaters. We also ordered three scoops in a cup, what a portion, it easily lasted for both of us! After this meal, we went on the recommended tourist walk of the city, which is built like a chessboard. A really great atmosphere, on the one hand the beautiful harbor, modern buildings, many artworks - obvious ones, but also hidden ones, then the small city beach and of course the cathedral must not be forgotten.

A nice farewell from a very, very beautiful and diverse country with very warm-hearted people!