Ravnedalen
A gorge park laid out in the late 19th century, with cliffs, ponds and flower beds, where a zigzag path climbs to a lookout over the whole city.
Ravnedalen was laid out on the orders of the then garrison commander, Oscar Wahl, who planted thousands of trees in the valley below the cliffs and built ponds, small bridges and paths. In spring, rhododendrons and heather bloom; in summer there are cafés and open-air concerts on a stage. A zigzag path on the north side, with more than 200 steps, leads up to a viewpoint. It is about a 20-minute walk from the city centre and adjoins the Baneheia hiking area, so the two can be combined. Free to visit.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Baneheia
- Kristiansand Cathedral
- Posebyen
- Fiskebrygga
- Markens gate
- Kilden Performing Arts Centre
- Kunstsilo
- Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden