Gillsvannet

#1049 among destinations in Norway

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Gillsvannet or Gjelsvannet is a freshwater lake in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The 1.05-square-kilometre lake is located about 5 kilometres northeast of downtown Kristiansand, along to County Road 452. The lake lies about 300 metres west of the Topdalsfjorden, at an elevation of about 1 metre above sea level. There is a practice range for kayaking on the lake as well as many areas used for swimming during the summer season. The Gimlekollen district lies on the southern shore of the lake and the village of Justvik lies just north of the lake. ()

Alternative names: Length: 6234 ftWidth: 4921 ftElevation: 7 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 58°11'17"N, 8°1'21"E

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Vest-AgderNorway

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Nearby attractions include: Vest-Agder Museum Kristiansand, Agder Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden, Oddernes Church, Varodd Bridge.

1.8 miS
Museum, Specialty museum
Vest-Agder Museum Kristiansand, Kristiansand
46 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Kristiansand in southern Norway, the Vest-Agder Museum Kristiansand stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. This museum complex is a treasure trove of history, offering a glimpse into the lives of Norwegians from...
2.1 miS
Museum, Natural history museum
Agder Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden, Kristiansand
55 min walk • Tucked away in the picturesque city of Kristiansand, Norway, the Agder Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden stands as a beacon of natural wonder and educational enrichment. This institution is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of southern Norway's...
2 miS
Church
Oddernes Church, Kristiansand
52 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Kristiansand, Norway, Oddernes Church stands as a testament to the region's rich historical tapestry. This medieval stone church, believed to be one of the oldest in Norway, dates back to the late 11th century, making it a significant...
2.2 miSE
Bridge
Varodd Bridge, Kristiansand
57 min walk • The Varodd Bridge stands as an architectural marvel and a vital transport artery in the picturesque city of Kristiansand, Norway. This robust and functional structure serves as a critical link, connecting the eastern and western parts of the city across the...
0.9 miNE
Church
Justvik kirke, Kristiansand
24 min walk • Justvik kirke, a serene beacon of spirituality, graces the city of Kristiansand in Norway with its tranquil presence. This church, nestled in the heart of the community, serves as a place of worship and a gathering spot for locals to celebrate life's milestones.
2 miS
Stela
Oddernes stone, Kristiansand
52 min walk • The Oddernes stone is a rune stone from Oddernes Church at Oddernes in Kristiansand, Vest-Agder, Norway. The stone was originally just in the church yard east of the church. In 1990 it was moved into the church porch.
2 miE
Neighbourhood
Hamresanden, Kristiansand
51 min walk • Hamresanden is a 3-kilometre long beach in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The sandy beach is located at Hamre in the district of Tveit, along the Topdalsfjorden at the mouth of the river Topdalselva.
2 miS
Neighbourhood
Oddernes, Kristiansand
52 min walk • Oddernes is a borough in the city of Kristiansand which lies in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The borough covers eastern Kristiansand on the east side of the Topdalsfjorden and the Varodd Bridge. The borough includes the former municipalities of Randesund and Tveit.
1.7 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Topdalsfjorden
43 min walk • Topdalsfjorden or Tofdalsfjorden is a fjord in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The 12-kilometre long fjord runs from the village of Ålefjær south to the city centre of Kristiansand.
1.5 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Vollevannet, Kristiansand
40 min walk • Vollevannet is a freshwater lake in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The 0.15-square-kilometre lies in the district of Gimlekollen in the borough of Lund, and the surrounding residential area is also called Vollevannet.
2 miS
Neighbourhood
Gimle, Kristiansand
52 min walk • Gimle is a neighbourhood in the city of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. It's located in the borough of Lund. It is located near the neighborhoods of Oddemarka and Presteheia.