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Princess Ingrid Alexandra Visits Hudøy Summer Camp

Princess Ingrid Alexandra Visits Hudøy Summer Camp

Photo: The Norwegian Royal House

Princess Ingrid Alexandra visited the summer camp on Hudøy in Færder, where 450 children are gathered for holiday activities. The island has been a holiday destination for children since 1916.

Princess Ingrid Alexandra visited the summer camp on Hudøy in Færder Municipality. The camp currently hosts 450 children for summer activities. Hudøy has been a holiday destination for children from Oslo ever since 1916, and is today run by the Church City Mission (Kirkens Bymisjon).

Princess Ingrid Alexandra greets the children at Hudøy Princess Ingrid Alexandra greets the children at the summer camp. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House

The princess arrived on the island by boat and was given a tour of the camp grounds.

The princess aboard the boat on the way to Hudøy The princess in conversation aboard the boat on the way out to the island. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House The princess on a quad bike with one of the camp leaders The princess was given a tour of the island, here on a quad bike with one of the leaders. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House

During the visit, the princess met several of the children and saw some of the activities they take part in at the camp.

The princess in conversation with some of the children The princess in conversation with some of the children at the camp. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House The princess by the water together with the children The princess by the water with the children, who were catching crabs, among other things. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House A warm moment during the visit A warm moment during the visit. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House The princess receives a gift from the camp The princess received a gift from the camp before leaving the island. Photo: The Norwegian Royal House

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