Location: Møllers Asyl

Welcome party

Location: Barbu kirke

Ceremony

Location: Arendal gamle rådhus

Reception

If you would like to contribute with words or any entertainment, please reach out to our wonderful toastmaster <a href="mailto:aalmo.kristianf@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kristian Foss Aalmo </a>

Our Wedding

We have a discounted rate with Tyholmen Hotel (2 min walk from Reception).Click here to book:

Clarion Hotel Tyholmen

Other nearby options:

<a href="https://www.thonhotels.com/hotels/norway/arendal/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thon Hotel Arendal</a><a href="https://www.airbnb.ca/s/Arendal--Norway/homes?adults=1&amp;refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;place_id=ChIJVfuNyeCUR0YR3eGk4WOIH30&amp;location=Arendal%2C+Norway&amp;checkin=2026-06-05&amp;checkout=2026-06-07&amp;date_picker_type=calendar" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Airbnb</a>

Accommodation

Wedding Party

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about travelling to the wedding

Q + A

Explore Arendal

Beaches, swimming etc.

1.<a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/merdo-beach-outside-of-arendal/18305/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Merdø Island</a> - Shallow, sandy beaches on the island just outside Arendal city- perfect for families and picnics. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/ferry-to-merdo/18276/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grab a short ferry ride </a> from the town centre, pick up is near Madam Reiersen resturant. Pack a cooler or hit up <a href="https://www.merdokro.no" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Merdø kro</a> for pizza, beer and wine

2. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/stolsviga-in-arendal/18312/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stølsviga (Hisøya)</a>- Family-friendly beach area with two sandy bays, playground, toilets. Short drive from town.

3. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/hove-and-spornes/174782/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hove and Spornes beach </a>- In Raet National park (Tromøy) - Spacious sandy shores and natural bathing spots in scenic coastal area with facilities nearby

Activities in Town 

Do a <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/listing/scenic-arendal%3a-a-walk-through-the-city’s-highlights/798149301/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">scenic walk </a>trough the town.You can take the <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/listing/glassheisen-–-arendals-luftigste-utsiktspunkt/538296306/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"Glassheisen" elevator </a>for the highest viewpoint or hit up Norway's most modern museum &amp; archive building ; <a href="https://www.visitsorlandet.com/listing/kuben-aust-agder-museum-and-archives/139054301/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kuben</a>. Arendal is rich in history! There is also a <a href="https://alti.no/arendal/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mall</a> in the town for some shopping, and many cute stores in the city centre

Go for a swim in Norway's <a href="https://gjestehavna.no/basseng/?sprak=3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">first floating outdoor pool </a>located right by Tyholmen Hotel

Food and drink

The harbour will have several bars and restaurants. Head to Sportsbaren, Castelle, Haraldspub. Anywhere on the Langbrygga for a cold beer and the longest sunshine hours. -Cafe Victor-Madam Reiersen (sometimes live music)-Nye Steenhuset / Fua bar (Right by Tyholmen hotel)-Hill Marina Grab a fish cake in your hand at Fiskebrygga or Fiskemottaket or visit Strand cafê for a "munke", a scandinavian treat that Arendal is known for. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/ferry-tromoy-arendal-hisoy/18281/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ferry to Kolbjørnsvik</a> island for a walk and an ice cream

Other

Sauna Unwind at <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/listing/sandaa-badstue-sauna/754616301/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sandaa Sauna</a> – a wood-fired sauna located right at the water’s edge on Tromøy, surrounded by the spectacular nature of Raet National Park. The sauna is private – booked exclusively for your group. 20 min drive from Arendal. Two sauna, capacity is 12 + 8 <a href="https://minside.periode.no/bookinggroups/e8PY6BL2wwpkJYNbtb0C/KyySBLbt7DhDeConYTuN/2026-02-16" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book here </a> <a href="https://nidelvbrygge.no/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nidelv camping</a> has two saunas for <a href="https://www.dampsauna.no/kata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12</a> and <a href="https://www.dampsauna.no/rulvi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">14</a> people. It´s also a great spot for lunch/dinner, 10 min drive from Arendal. A fun activity for the whole family is <a href="https://www.dyreparken.no/english/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kristiansand Zoo</a>, a 40 min drive from Arendal. An awesome combined zoo and amusement park. There are also many picturesque towns to visit if you are driving along the coast. Read about them <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/summer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

Please feel free to reach out to us for more tips or information.

Travel tips

Our story began on April 2022, in one of those moments that feels ordinary at first, but later reveals itself as the beginning of everything.

Ida + Mike

We were instantly drawn to each other—one smitten by a sun-kissed Mexico tan, the other charmed by quick comebacks and a slightly too-confident sense of humor. Something clicked, but life, as it often does, had its own pace.

We crossed paths again at our best friends’ wedding, where familiar smiles turned into longer conversations, and late night dances . From there, we stayed in touch with a connection quietly growing across distance and time.Later that year, a visit to Toronto changed everything. We met out on the town, laughter flowing as easily as the conversation, and from that night on, we haven’t gone a single day without talking.

Not long after, Mike traveled to Norway—and before we knew it, in fact Ten days later, we were reunited for christmas celebration in Canada. That visit marked the beginning of a life lived between places and time zones, but always moving toward each other. We traveled back and forth between Toronto and Lofoten in the Arctic, using every free moment and spending every dollar to be together. We surfed, skied, and hiked. We chased sunsets and greeted sunrises. Then we ate, drank, danced, and wandered hand in hand trough the city of Toronto, building memories wherever.

Within our first year together, life surprised us in the most beautiful way. A happy little miracle named Alma joined our story, and suddenly our love had a heartbeat outside of ourselves.Today, we are a family of three—living proof that home isn’t a place on a map, but where the heart feels full. And ours, no matter the distance, has always known exactly where it belongs.

Our Story

What to do in Arendal

Beaches, swimming, etc. 1. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/merdo-beach-outside-of-arendal/18305/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Merdø Beaches (Merdø Island)</a> – shallow, sandy beaches on the island just outside Arendal — perfect for families and picnics. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/ferry-to-merdo/18276/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grab a short ferry ride</a> from the town centre, pick up is near Madame Reiersen's restaurant. Pack a cooler or or hit up <a href="https://www.merdokro.no" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Merdø Kro</a> for pizza, beer and wine. 2. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/stolsviga-in-arendal/18312/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stølsviga (Hisøya)</a> – Family-friendly beach area with two sandy bays, playground, toilets. 3. <a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/listings//hove-and-spornes/174782/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spornes Beach</a> in Raet National Park (Tromøy) – Spacious sandy shores and natural bathing spots in a scenic coastal area with facilities nearby. Food &amp; Drink Madame Reiersen - pub on the water in the town centre Nye Steenhuset - Restaurant and wine bar close to the Tyholmen hotel Other activities <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/listing/glassheisen-–-arendals-luftigste-utsiktspunkt/538296306/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Glassheisen</a> – take the elevator up to Arendal's tallest viewpoint. <a href="https://en.visitsorlandet.com/listing/scenic-arendal%3a-a-walk-through-the-city’s-highlights/798149301/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scenic walk through Arendal</a> <a href="https://www.visitsorlandet.com/listing/kuben-aust-agder-museum-and-archives/139054301/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KUBEN Aust-Agder Museum</a> – Norway’s most modern museum and archive building at Langsæ in Arendal. <a href="https://www.dyreparken.no/english/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kristiansand Zoo &amp; Amusement Park (Dyreparken)</a>- One-hour drive from Arendal.

<a href="https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/southern-norway/arendal/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/southern-norway/arendal/</a>

<a href="https://www.opplevarendal.no/produktkategori/merdoferga/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.opplevarendal.no/produktkategori/merdoferga/</a>

<a href="https://www.dyreparken.no/english/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">KRISTIANSAND ZOO AND AMUSEMENT PARK</a> - 1 hour drive

Ida & Michael

Ida & Michael

Accommodation

Clarion Hotel Tyholmen

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