Want to check the weather, sea conditions or traffic near the ferry terminal? On this page, you will find live webcams from Hirtshals and Kristiansand. Many travellers check these cameras shortly before taking the ferry to Norway.
The crossing between Denmark and Norway passes over the Skagerrak, where wind and waves can build up quickly. That is why it is worth checking the Hirtshals webcam, the Kristiansand live cam and the weather forecast before departure.
Live webcam Hirtshals
Below you can view live images from Hirtshals Havn. This webcam is useful if you want to see the current weather, visibility and activity around the ferry port. On busy travel days, many passengers depart from Hirtshals with ferry operators such as Color Line and Fjord Line.
Hirtshals port webcam 1 – facing north
Hirtshals port webcam 2 – facing east
More webcams around Hirtshals
This camera is at Hirtshals Camping (Husmoderstranden). It is not always active.
Hirtshals Camping – Husmoderstranden
Route tip: Do you see heavy traffic at the terminal, strong wind or poor visibility around Hirtshals? Then also check your ticket conditions, current prices and availability. Pay attention to whether you booked a flexible ticket or one with limited changes and cancellations. On popular sailings, especially in July and around Norwegian holiday periods, alternative tickets can become more expensive or sell out quickly. If you still need to book or change your ticket, do not leave it until the day you sail. Check available sailings for your travel date →
Book your ferry to Norway with enough margin
If you are driving to Hirtshals, the ferry is often only one part of a long travel day. Delays on the road, strong winds on the Skagerrak or queues at the ferry terminal can make your schedule tighter than expected.
Do not look only at the lowest ticket price. Check whether your ticket can be changed or cancelled. Cheaper ferry tickets are often less flexible, while flexible tickets give you more room if you arrive late or need to change your travel plans.
Direct Ferries: compare sailings and flexible options
With Direct Ferries, you can compare sailing times, prices and ferry operators for Hirtshals-Kristiansand. During booking, check whether flexible ticket options or cancellation cover are available, especially if you want more room in case of delays or bad weather. View available sailings via Direct Ferries.
Ferryhopper: check options for changes and cancellations
Ferryhopper lets you compare and book ferry tickets online. During booking, check the ticket conditions and any extra options such as FlexiCancel or Support Plus, especially if your travel date may still change. Check prices and availability via Ferryhopper.
Webcam Kristiansand
Below are the current conditions in Kristiansand. This is useful if you want to see what the weather looks like on the Norwegian coast before you arrive.
Want to know which ferry is fastest on this route? You can also read more about the Color Line SuperSpeed 1 and the fast Fjord FSTR.
Strong wind or bad weather?
When the wind reaches force 7 or higher, many travellers check the webcams more often. On the Skagerrak, waves and wind can increase quickly. In winter, delays or adjusted sailing times can happen.
Travelling with a camper, caravan or motorcycle? Then it can be worth choosing a flexible ferry ticket. Cheaper tickets are often harder to change if a sailing is rescheduled or if you arrive late due to road delays. Some travellers also plan an overnight stop in northern Denmark when poor weather is expected.
Route tip: Facing a long drive to Hirtshals, or is strong wind forecast for your travel day? Then stay the night before in Hirtshals. You start the crossing rested, a hold-up on the road no longer puts your sailing at risk, and you reach the terminal in good time. Compare hotels in Hirtshals for the night before you sail. Arriving late in Norway? A hotel in Kristiansand is the more relaxed option.
Tip: also check the weather forecast
The webcams only show the current situation. If you are travelling in the next few days, also check the weather forecast for Hirtshals and Kristiansand.