Fredrikstad

The city was named after the Danish king Frederick II in 1569.

Fredrikstad was founded by citizens of Sarpsborg after the original town was burned down during the Northern Seven Years' War.

Fredrikstad has three high schools, including Frederik II Upper Secondary School, which offers general studies and financial studies.

Fredrikstad is home to nine-time Norway football winners Fredrikstad FK.

The nearest airport to Fredrikstad is Sandefjord Airport, located 88 kilometers west of the city.