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Badeparken

Badeparken is located between Sandefjord town centre and the waterfront, offering a green space with lawns, trees, ornamental ponds, sculptures and activities for all ages. Here you can take a break from the town, spend time at the playground, try the outdoor fitness area or continue towards Hjertnesstranda and the fjord. The park is also part of Sandefjord's history as a popular spa town.

Playgrounds, outdoor exercise and green spaces
Badeparken offers plenty of space for both activity and relaxation. Its open lawns and paths are ideal for a leisurely walk or a quiet break, while the playground provides opportunities for younger visitors to play, climb and explore. The outdoor fitness park has exercise equipment for visitors to use. Throughout the park, green spaces and ornamental ponds create a pleasant setting for spending time outdoors. Badeparken is also used for events during the year, including activities connected to Hjertnes Cultural Centre and its outdoor amphitheatre.

Discover the sculptures in Badeparken
At the centre of the park stands Poseidon, a sculpture installation by Norwegian artist Nina Sundbye. Unveiled in 2011, it is one of several works of art that make the park interesting to explore. Other sculptures and artworks throughout the park form part of Sandefjord's public art collection.
For more art around town, explore the sculptures in Sandefjord and continue to the Whaling Monument near the harbour. Created by Knut Steen, the monument reflects an important chapter in the town's maritime history.

From spa gardens to public park
Badeparken has its roots in the period when Sandefjord was known as a spa town. Sandefjord Bad opened in 1837, and the surrounding area gradually developed with promenades and landscaped grounds for spa visitors. In the early 20th century, walking paths and gardens were created around the spa buildings. The park took much of its present form in the years following the Second World War, with major landscaping work completed in 1953. Today, Badeparken preserves a connection to Sandefjord's spa heritage while serving as a green meeting place for residents and visitors.

Continue your walk towards the sea
At the lower end of Badeparken, the green spaces meet the fjord at Hjertnesstranda. Here you will find outdoor activity areas and Strømbadet, with the harbour promenade nearby. Combine a walk through the park with a visit to the Whaling Monument, or continue into central Sandefjord to explore local shops, cafés and the town's history.

Plan your visit
Badeparken is centrally located in Sandefjord, between Hjertnes Cultural Centre, Jernbanealleen and Strandpromenaden. The address area is Badeparken, 3210 Sandefjord, Norway. The park is a public green space that can be visited throughout the year. There is no admission fee or booking requirement. The playground, outdoor fitness area and paths are part of the regular park facilities. Events, temporary restrictions and seasonal activities may affect access to certain areas. For current information about the park, activities and events, visit the Sandefjord Municipality website.

Sculptures in Sandefjord

Sandefjord has a rich collection of sculptures in its parks, along the waterfront and in public spaces. Explore works by Knut Steen, Nina Sundbye, Nils Aas and Arnold Haukeland on a walk through the town centre. From the Whaling Monument by the harbour to sculptures in Badeparken and outside Hjertnes Cultural Centre, several artworks are within easy reach on foot.

Start your sculpture walk at the Whaling Monument
Near the harbour, you will find the Whaling Monument, one of Sandefjord's best-known landmarks. Created by Knut Steen, the dramatic sculpture depicts whalers rowing an open boat, with a harpoon ready and water splashing around them. The monument is shaped like a compass rose and slowly rotates on its own axis. It combines an impressive work of art with an important chapter of Sandefjord's maritime history.

Meet Poseidon in Badeparken
Continue to Badeparken, the green park between the town centre and the waterfront.
At the heart of the park stands Poseidon, a bronze sculpture group by Nina Sundbye. It depicts the Greek god of the sea accompanied by two sea nymphs and was unveiled in 1996. You will also find Knut Steen's Fortuna, inspired by the Roman goddess of fortune and fate. The park's paths, trees and green spaces offer a pleasant setting for exploring the artworks at your own pace.

Art outside Hjertnes Cultural Centre
Several notable works can be found around Hjertnes Cultural Centre. Arnold Haukeland's Havdronningen (The Sea Queen) stands outside the building, while Nils Aas created Fuge (Fugue), an artwork on the wall facing Badeparken. Here, sculpture and architecture come together as part of Sandefjord's public spaces.

Discover Knut Steen's sculptures at Midtåsen
For a more extensive art experience, visit Midtåsen Sculpture Park, a separate destination outside the town centre. The collection features 16 works by Knut Steen. Twelve marble sculptures are displayed inside the pavilion, while four bronze sculptures stand outdoors in the surrounding landscape. The sculpture pavilion is located on the former estate of shipowner Anders Jahre. The combination of art, architecture, parkland and views over Sandefjord makes Midtåsen a memorable destination.

Discover art throughout Sandefjord
Sandefjord's sculptures have also been documented in Verd å se (Worth Seeing), a book by Gro Laheld Lundh exploring the town's public artworks and their creators. You do not need a fixed route to enjoy the collection. Start by the harbour, continue through Badeparken and explore the area around Hjertnes Cultural Centre. Along the way, you will discover both prominent monuments and smaller artworks that are easy to miss.
For more inspiration, explore Architecture and Sculpture in Sandefjord.

Plan your visit
The sculptures are located across Sandefjord, with several works clustered around the harbour, Badeparken and Hjertnes Cultural Centre. The artworks in outdoor public spaces can be viewed without tickets or fixed opening hours. You can make your sculpture walk as short or as long as you like.

Midtåsen Sculpture Park is a separate excursion, located at Midtåsveien 2A. Admission is free, but check the current pavilion opening hours before visiting. Paths, surfaces and accessibility vary between locations. Visitors requiring step-free access should check their chosen route in advance.