Move to Moss - a modern coastal city
Historic and urban - and the perfect size! In Moss, you live close to the woods and a lake, yet still get to enjoy the conveniences and perks of city living.
Live in a modern city centre under continuous development
Moss has evolved from a historic industrial site to an urban and vibrant city that continues to evolve.
Locals love the close proximity to nature, peaceful atmosphere and beaches and boating along the Oslofjord. It’s also only 30 minutes from the capital, which makes Moss a great place to live for commuters.
Exciting development: New homes and upgraded shopping centre
New life has been breathed into former industrial areas, more homes have been built and commercial activity has picked up.
In 2019, the Moss city centre was named “City Centre of the Year”, largely thanks to the municipality’s strategic investment in a more modern centre.
With new homes at Dronningkvartalet and an extensive upgrade of the shopping centre AMFI Moss, Thon is proud to contribute to urban development in the centre of Moss.
AMFI Moss to become the country’s most modern shopping centre
With many years of experience as a commercial leader in the city, we look forward to creating great housing and possibilities for everyone living in Moss.
When the new AMFI Moss is completed, it will be one of the country’s most modern shopping centres and an attractive destination for the entire region.
A planned new double track means more frequent train departures
Another key aspect of urban development is the renovation of the Moss railway station. This includes a new double track, which will increase capacity and allow for up to eight train departures to Oslo every hour.
In other words, as a new resident of Moss, you get to live in an exciting city undergoing development that is close to the capital.
Facts about Moss
Location
The municipality of Moss is located in Østfold County and borders Vestby in the north, Våler in the east and Råde in the south, as well as the fjord towards Horten in the west. The city of Moss is an administrative centre and Norway’s eleventh largest city.
Population
50,200 (SSB, 2024)
Services
Nearby amenities include a hospital, doctor's office and emergency room, dentist, child health centres, physical therapists, library, gym and pharmacy in Moss, as well as several grocery stores and petrol stations. Moss also has several shopping centres in addition to AMFI Moss.
Kindergartens and schools
In 2024, the municipality of Moss had 15 primary schools, 5 lower secondary schools, 2 upper secondary schools and over 30 kindergartens.
The closest school and kindergarten to Dronningkvartalet are Bytårnet primary and lower secondary school (1st-10th grade), Kråka FUS kindergarten with a creative focus, Glassverket kindergarten and Skarmyra kindergarten.
Public transportation
From the Moss railway station, which is about a 10-minute walk from Dronningkvartalet, you can take the train to Oslo, Halden and Gothenburg.
It is also easy to travel by bus from the city centre to Mosseporten and from there to the Oslo Bus Terminal, Oslo Gardermoen Airport and Gothenburg.
Moss also has a ferry connection to Horten, with several daily departures. The ferry quay is around a 5-10 minute walk from Moss railway station and the crossing takes about 30 minutes.
Facts and figures about Moss
Moss is one of the country’s oldest industrial cities and has previously been home to the milling industry, hydropower, glass packaging and paper industries.
Everyday life in Moss - from sports and culture to shopping and nature
Outdoor enthusiast or culture lover? Swimming or sports enthusiast?
No matter how you like to spend your free time, you’ll find the perfect everyday activity in Moss.
Old industrial buildings have been transformed into cultural arenas
The city’s cultural scene is thriving, with plenty of options for young and old alike.
A good example is the historic area of Møllebyen, which used to be the heart of industrial activities and today houses charming cafés, a cinema and a public library. There is also a city and industrial museum where you can learn more about local history.
Moss cultural centre, Verket Scene, Røed Gård and Galleri F15 are other examples. The latter is considered one of Norway’s leading galleries for contemporary art.
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An active everyday life
The municipality of Moss is home to a number of recreational centres and a diverse range of activities. These include dance, football, taekwondo, cycling and handball, as well as basketball, diving, sailing, gymnastics and figure skating. -
Mossemarka
In the Mossemarka wilderness area, you can enjoy cross-country skiing tracks with lighting and wonderful hiking and cycling trails. Another picturesque destination is Lake Vansjø, which is popular for ice skating and skiing in the winter and canoeing and swimming in the summer. -
50 swimming beaches on the sunny side of the fjord
You'll also find wonderful rocky and sandy beaches along the Oslofjord and on the picturesque Jeløya. In fact, Moss boasts over 50 beaches! And since you're on the sunny side of the fjord, you can enjoy beaches and boating to the fullest.