Ah, the cheerful and sunny south! (Det blide Sørlandet) ☀️
 
Kristiansand and the stretch from Egersund down to Norway’s southern tip is known as the country’s “bible belt” for its many churches, congregations, and missions. People here are known for their warm hearts and friendly voices, softened by the region’s signature consonants.
 
Southern Norway is also one of the country’s most picturesque areas, with its charming islands, boating havens, and little white houses nestled into the rocky coastline.
 
The difference between Bokmål and the Kristiansand dialect can be quite a leap, so we’re here to help you understand what the locals are saying. And who knows—maybe one day you’ll surprise them by speaking their dialect right back!