Kristiansand is a city in southern Norway. It is the country's fifth-largest city and the administrative centre of Vest-Agder county. Kristiansand is the largest city in southern Norway and the second-largest city in Norway after Oslo.
The city is famous for its beautiful architecture, its well-preserved old town, and its varied cultural life. Kristiansand is also known for its easy access to the sea and its many sandy beaches. The city is home to the University of Agder and the Sørlandet Hospital.
Kristiansand is served by Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik. The city is connected to the rest of Norway by the European route E18 highway, and the Norwegian National Rail Administration operates two railway lines through the city.