Parking in Fredrikstad
On-street parking in central Fredrikstad is divided into three colour zones – red and yellow in the city core (most expensive) and green within walking distance. The colour is shown on the sign and the machine. The town has three municipal car parks (Apenesfjellet, St. Hansfjellet and Cityterminalen/Torvbyen) with two hours free on weekdays. You pay at the machine or in the «Fredrikstad P» app; if you use EasyPark there is a 15% surcharge.
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- Zones
- 3
- Average price
- 31–64 kr/hour
- Free parking
- Yes, in places
- Apps
- Fredrikstad P, EasyPark
Parking zones in Fredrikstad
Overview of paid parking zones in Fredrikstad, with price per hour, maximum time and validity.
| Zone | Area | Price | Max time | Validity |
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| Red zone | City core (most expensive) | All vehicles: Check current (prices from 01.01.2026) | Some spaces max 2 hours – see signs | Mon–Fri: See signs Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
| Yellow zone | City core | All vehicles: Check current (prices from 01.01.2026) | See signs | Mon–Fri: See signs Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
| Green zone | Walking distance to the centre (cheapest) | All vehicles: Check current (prices from 01.01.2026) | See signs | Mon–Fri: See signs Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
Last updated: 2026-08-21 · Source: Fredrikstad Municipality – Parking in the centre
Resident parking
If you live in an area with agreement parking/zone parking, you must pay to park. The scheme prioritises residents in areas near the centre without enough spaces on their own property. The zone is signed at all access roads. An agreement is bought for a minimum of one month, per organisation number for businesses.
Price: Check current
Apply for resident parking in Fredrikstad →
The national framework for the scheme (resident permits, who can apply) is on the residential-zone parking page.
Car parks in Fredrikstad
The largest car parks in Fredrikstad, with prices and opening hours.
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Apenesfjellet
Fredrikstad kommuneAutomatic number-plate recognition. Two hours free, then 40 kr/hour. From 20:00–08:00 the maximum price is 81 kr. Charging: 26 kr per commenced hour.
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St. Hansfjellet
Fredrikstad kommuneAutomatic number-plate recognition. Two hours free, then 40 kr/hour. The second-highest level is closed indefinitely. Charging: 26 kr per commenced hour.
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Cityterminalen (Torvbyen)
Fredrikstad kommuneTwo hours free, then 40 kr/hour. Free Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 09:00–24:00.
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Free parking
On-street parking in Fredrikstad is normally free in the evening, at night and on Sundays and public holidays — but the charging hours are set by the municipality and shown on the sign, so always check the signs. Car parks and garages usually charge around the clock. The most reliable free options are park-and-ride sites and time-limited parking-disc spaces.
- Two hours free in the municipal car parks on weekdays (then 30 kr/hour)
- Weekend: free in the car parks 09–24 Saturday and Sunday
- The park-and-ride sites are free (only some are charged: 08–18 weekdays, 08–15 Sat; prohibited 00–04)
EV charging and parking
EVs pay half price in the car parks with a valid EV agreement in the «Fredrikstad P» app.
Electric and hydrogen cars now normally pay the ordinary charge on municipal parking. There is no national free-or-discount rule — each municipality decides for itself whether to grant an exemption (Parking Regulations § 34), and more and more charge the full price. Check locally.
The national EV rules (charging bay vs. parking space, cross-parking, why the price varies) are on the EV parking page.
Disabled parking
People with reduced mobility and a parking permit – check the municipality's FAQ for disabled-parking rules in the camera-monitored car parks (Apenesfjellet, St. Hansfjellet).
The national disabled-parking rules (what the card gives you, applying, double time) are on the disabled parking page.
Motorhome parking
Allowed: Seiersten gravel car park by Værstebrua has ten motorhome bays within walking distance of the centre.
Relevant locations:
- Seiersten gravel car park: 166 kr/day, payment in Fredrikstad P or at the machine; no facilities.
- Fredrikstad boat and motorhome park: Mosseveien 33, 18 motorhome spaces and a guest harbour.
Other options include Aktivitetsbyen Gamle Fredrikstad and Odden on Kråkerøy.
Common mistakes and fines
| Offence | Amount | Type | Appeal deadline | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (low rate) | 330 kr | Control sanction | 21 days | Parking Regulations § 36 |
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (ordinary rate, e.g. not paid / overstay) | 660 kr | Control sanction | 21 days | Parking Regulations § 36 |
| Parking in a disabled bay without a valid card (high rate) | 990 kr | Control sanction | 21 days | Parking Regulations § 36 |
Apps and payment methods
- Fredrikstad P fredrikstad.kommune.no — The municipality's own app (iPhone/Android). Supports AutoPark camera parking.
- EasyPark easypark.com — Works, but a 15% surcharge on the price.
Parking authority contact
- Fredrikstad kommune – Parking
- Municipal parking page →
Frequently asked questions
Is there free parking in central Fredrikstad?
There are two hours free on weekdays in the municipal car parks Apenesfjellet, St. Hansfjellet and Cityterminalen. After that it costs 30 kr/hour. On weekends the car parks are free from 09 to 24 Saturday and Sunday. The park-and-ride sites are also free.
What does EasyPark cost in Fredrikstad?
If you use the EasyPark app, you pay 15% extra. The municipality's own app «Fredrikstad P» and the machine are without this surcharge.
Do EVs get a discount in Fredrikstad?
Yes, EVs pay half price in the car parks – but you must have a valid EV agreement registered in the Fredrikstad P app.