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Fredriksten Fortress
Crowning the hilltop behind Halden is the 1661 Fredriksten Fortress, which has resisted six Swedish sieges and never been captured. The museums in the castle grounds cover various facets of the fortress' history. Downhill from the main entrance, the War Museum contains military artefacts and a variety of information on Halden's experiences of war from 1660 onwards, including details on the Norwegian independence movement in 1905. A tunnel leads up into Prince Christian's Bastion - the main vantage point for the fortress defenders.
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Kongens Brygge
Right on the waterfront, this place has a cruisy atmosphere and a wonderful pontoon terrace open that’s in summer. The pizzas are expensive but come in quite generous proportions and are bound to fill hungry travellers.
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Rød Herregård Manor
Rød Herregård manor, dating from 1733, has fine interiors, notable collections of both weapons and art, and one of the best gardens in Norway. It’s 1.5km northwest of the town centre and is well signposted.
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Hannestadgården
This multipurpose nightspot has an atmospheric beer garden, a piano bar, boisterous nightclub and regular concerts throughout summer.
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Dickens
The very popular Dickens offers a choice between outdoor seating (summer only) or the dining room in a 17th-century cellar.
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Butts Bistro
Unfortunately named, but good food and great on weekends for a midnight curry.
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