Gamle Kristiansand kommune

Kristiansand is the business and cultural capital of Southern Norway. Nicknamed "the coolest riviera" by the media, it is a modern city with a cosmopolitan history. A leading light in the technology sector and number one in exports, the Kristiansand-region is one of the fastest growing regions in Scandinavia.

Flourishing businiesses around Kristiansand attract engineers and professionals from the new University of Agder and other educational institutions. Some of the largest companies are energy-based, either as suppliers to the oil industry or as producers and suppliers to the emerging renewable-energy market.

The geografical proximity to the hub of the European continent, nature and the wide range of cultural activities is making the region an attractive place to live. Kristiansand is brimming with exciting opportunities, both professional and recreational.