Søgne

Søgne is a former municipality in Agder county, Norway. It was located on the southern coast of the country, in the traditional district of Sørlandet, just west of the city of Kristiansand. The municipality was established in 1838 under the formannskapsdistrikt law and remained independent until 1 January 2020, when it merged with Songdalen to form Kristiansand Municipality as part of a nationwide municipal reform. The administrative centre was the village of Tangvall; other settlements along the coast included Høllen and Lunde.

Geography and economy: The landscape comprises a varied coastline with beaches, islands and forests. The area is known for its maritime heritage and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Historically, agriculture and fishing were important, and in later decades many residents commuted to Kristiansand for work, while tourism and local services grew in significance along the coast. The region is characterized by a mix of rural settlements and residential areas within commuting distance of the city.

Transport and administration: Søgne was connected to the regional road network with bus services linking to Kristiansand and surrounding areas. Local administration was carried out by a municipal council until the 2020 merger, after which governance continued under Kristiansand Municipality in Agder county. The name Søgne remains a historical reference for the area and its communities within the larger municipality.