Moss
Norway · VikenNO
Municipality in Østfold, Norway
Moss is a coastal town and a municipality in Østfold county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the town of Moss. The city of Moss was established as a municipality on 1 January 1838 and City in 1720. The rural municipality of Jeløy was merged with the city on 1 July 1943. The former municipality of Rygge was merged into it on 1 January 2020.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 53,207
- Coordinates
- 59.434, 10.658
- Timezone
- Europe/Oslo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Moss
Moss belongs to Viken, Norway and has the feel of a compact city. Records put its population near 53,207. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around water sports, culture and sports and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Moss
Water Sports in Moss
(4)Under water sports, Moss is tagged with Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Sailboats and Windsurfing. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Moss.
Culture in Moss
(2)Under culture, Moss is tagged with Art Galleries and Castles. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Moss.
Sports in Moss
(2)The sports shortlist for Moss: Skateboard and Tennis. It is a direct read of Moss's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Moss
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Moss is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Europe/Oslo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Moss that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Moss known for?
- Travellers associate Moss with water sports, culture and sports. It sits in Viken, Norway and counts about 53,207 residents.
- What can you do in Moss?
- Moss is tagged with Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Sailboats, Windsurfing and Art Galleries, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Moss?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Moss located?
- Moss belongs to Viken, Norway, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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