Haldenan

Haldenan is a fictional town and municipality in the northern region of Nordhavn, a coastal nation in the setting. It lies in the Halden Valley along the Halden River.

The municipality covers about 92 square kilometers and had an estimated population of 7,400 in 2022.

The name Haldenan is believed to derive from local terms meaning valley and enclosure, though the exact origin remains uncertain.

Haldenan is first mentioned in medieval records dating to the 12th century. It developed as an agricultural community and expanded in the 18th–19th centuries with timber processing and rail links.

Governance is through a municipal council headed by a mayor. The economy blends agriculture, forestry, light manufacturing, logistics, and services, with growing tourism around the river valley.

Geography and climate: The valley setting provides a temperate climate with cool winters and mild summers.

Culture and landmarks: Haldenan hosts an annual harvest festival and preserves a 14th-century stone church and a historic wooden bridge.

Transportation: The town has a regional rail stop on the Nordhavn Line and regular bus services. The nearest airport is in the capital, about 120 kilometers away.

Notable people: The town is associated with fictional figures such as the 19th-century naturalist Morten Haldenan and contemporary writer Signe Haldenan.