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On two wheels on the cycle lanes Vestfold

Between April and the end of September, Vestfold is the perfect setting for cycling holiday. The landscape is easy to cycle in, and you can choose what you want to see. What about cycling along smooth rocks and beaches on the Coastal Route from Horten to Helgeroa? Or taking tranquil trip through the woods along the beautiful Numedal Route? Savour the smell of seaweed and blooming meadows. Let the wind ruffle your hair. Stop at a beach and take a dip. Try your hand at fishing the Numedalslågen River. Experience town life or visit an open farm. Take a break from the hustle and bustle – take your bike and enjoy your adventure.

Vestfold has more than 600 kilometres of signposted cycle paths. Two of the national bicycle routes pass through the region – the Coastal Route (Nordsjøruta) and the Numedal Route (Numedalsruta).

Ice Cream Bar

Iskrembaren is tucked away at the back of the colourful courtyard at Håndverkeren Kaffebrenneri, located at Kongens gate 17 in central Sandefjord. The ice cream bar serves a wide selection of scooped ice cream and soft serve, with outdoor seating in the courtyard.

Ice Cream and Coffee
Choose from a variety of ice cream flavours and soft serve. Enjoy your ice cream in the courtyard, surrounded by palm trees, flowers and string lights.
Iskrembaren is run by the same owners as Håndverkeren Kaffebrenneri, making it easy to combine an ice cream treat with a cup of coffee or lunch from the café.

Opening Hours
Iskrembaren is open seasonally during the summer months. Visit the Håndverkeren Kaffebrenneri website for current opening hours and seasonal information.

Fjøsnissens Verden – Family Park

Welcome home to the home of Fjøsnissen. Experience the Fjøsnissens playful antics and get up close to many fascinating animals. Enjoy a variety of games and activities in a fun setting that takes you back in time. The area is just the right size for adults to relax while children play freely.

Tickets are purchased at the entrance.

Cuddling with the animals

On the farm you can meet rabbits, alpacas, sheep, goats, pigs, pot-bellied pigs, hens, chickens, ducks and peacocks.

Food and drink

Feel free to bring your own food – on the farm there are hot grills for free use. In the area there are several benches and tables where you can enjoy lunch. The farm has its own kiosk with a selection of food and drinks.

Fredriksvern verft

The original name was Fredriksvern Verft, named after king Frederik V. who reigned at that time.

Fredriksvern has played an important part in the development of Stavern as well as in Norwegian maritime history during the years, and the place has probably been a harbour since ancient times.

During the winter of 1748-49 king Frederik V. of Denmark-Norway ordered construction of a shipyard and a drydock in Norway, and in 1750 the first Norwegian naval base was constructed.

The naval station had strong fortification, moats and many buildings. Outside the moats Norway's first garrrison church was built. This rococo mastepiece was completed in 1756.

The commanding officer's lodge from 1751, the guardroom, two forges, the smith's house, a magazine, two provisional storehouses, the barge shed, the galley sheds and the gunpowder house are all still present at the former naval base, and many tourists travel to Stavern each and every year to experience these historical buildings.

Fredriksvern became the main base for the Royal Norwegian Navy when Norway and Denmark split in 1814, and continued to be an important naval base – it remained active as an air force academy until 2002.

There are several art galleries and small museums here, and the area offers exciting activities all year round.

Bakgården Café

Bakgården Café is tucked away from the busy streets in Kongensgate, right in the centre of Sandefjord. Stop by for lunch, coffee or a slice of cake, with seating both indoors and in the sheltered courtyard.

Lunch and coffee in a peaceful setting
The café serves lunch dishes such as salads and open sandwiches, along with homemade cakes, coffee and tea. It is a lovely place to take a break while exploring the town or catch up with friends over something to eat. On warmer days, the spacious outdoor seating area offers a quiet spot just steps away from the town centre.

Wine tastings and private gatherings
Bakgården Café also hosts wine tastings led by its sommelier. These are announced as individual events, and groups can enquire about arranging their own tasting. The café can also be booked for private gatherings and celebrations outside regular opening hours. Contact the team to discuss group sizes, food and reservations.

Opening hours and bookings
Bakgården Café offers regular daytime service, while private events can be arranged outside normal opening hours.

For current opening hours, reservations and event enquiries, call +47 901 20 092 or email post@bakgaardencafe.no.

Ristorante Del Mare

Ristorante Del Mare is located on the waterfront at Kilen Brygge, just a short walk from the centre of Sandefjord. Here you can enjoy Italian pasta, authentic stone-baked pizza and a selection of à la carte dishes in a cosy restaurant with a Mediterranean atmosphere.

Italian flavours by the waterfront
The open kitchen lets you watch the chefs prepare your meal. Before your main course, you are served bruschetta with fresh herbs and the restaurant's homemade bread. With the water just outside and plenty of Italian favourites on the menu, Ristorante Del Mare is a lovely place to gather for a meal with family or friends.

Opening hours and reservations
Ristorante Del Mare is open Monday to Thursday from 3 pm to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 11 pm, and Sunday from 2 pm to 9 pm.
You can reserve a table through the restaurant's website up to 30 minutes before your visit, or call +47 33 52 27 40.

Beaches in Sandefjord

There are child-friendly shallow beaches, beaches with campgrounds and more secluded beaches.

Strømbadet, Sandefjord's town bath. Opened in 2020. Floating jetty for sea bathing in the harbour. Access from Hjertnesstranda (Sandefjordsveien 7) across the street of Scandic Park Hotel. Parking. Heavy rain can cause overflow discharges in the area around the bathing facility. Such discharges will result in temporary poor bathing water quality. Watch for possible red light on arrival.

Asnes, Vesterøya – 5 km from town center (bus 168 or 170)
Here you have several small south-facing beaches, beautiful cliffs and gras area. Camping, kiosk and toilet facilities open May 1st – September 1st.

Flautangen, Østerøya – 9 km from town center(bus 162)
Here you will find both a sandy beach, pebble beach and rocks, and there are toilets, a fireplace and excellent fishing spots. Arrival: Take Road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs to Østerøya. After approx. 5 km turn left and follow the sign to Flautangen. There is a path to the beach.

Goksjø – 7 km from town center (Bus 150)
Fresh water with grass slope down towards the water. There is a swimming jetty and float. Arrival: Follow Road 305 from Sandefjord to Andebu. After passing the highway E-18, turn left onto Semsbakken after approx. 800 meters.

Granholmen – 5 km from town center (bus 01, 161)
Small beach, gras area and rocks. Camping, kiosk and toilet facilities open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: Follow Road 303 towards Larvik. Turn left approx. 5 km from the town center. Follow signs to Granholmen.

Grubesand, Vesterøya – 9 km from town center (bus 168)
Quiet, east-facing sandy beach with 100 meters sand and rolling stones in the end. Good hiking paths along the coast. Good fishing spots and toilets. Arrival: From the town center run follow the signs to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 7 km (past Langeby camping) and then take left on Auveveien.

Korsvik, Vesterøya – 5 km from town center (bus 168 or 170)
Child-friendly sandy and gravel beach with a pine forest in the back. Arrival: From the town center, follow the signs to Vesterøya and turn in on Veløyveien. The beach is by the road.

Langeby, Vesterøya – 7 km from town center (bus 168)
Child-friendly sandy beach with some rocks and good diving spots. Camping, shop and toilet facilities are open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: From the town center follow the sign to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 7 km. Langeby is just off the road.

Skjellvika, Østerøya – 5,5 km from town center
Very child-friendly, sandy beach. Path along the foot of the mountains in the north. Kiosk and toilet facilities. Arrival: Take road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs to Østerøya. After approx. 3 km turn left on Østerøyveien by Søndre Sunde on Skjellvikaveien.

Truber and Yxney, Østerøya – 12 km from town center (bus 162)
Large area with both beaches and rocks. The sandy beach on Truber are most popular. Toilets at Truber. Arrival: Take road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs towards Østerøya. Approx. 7 km after you've passed the sign "Østerøya" turn left (signposted).

Vøra, Vesterøya – 9 km from town center (bus 168)
Child-friendly sandy beach. Camping, shop, beach volleyball court and toilet facilities are open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: From the town center follow the signs to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 8 km. The campsite is situated by the road.

Beaches for persons with disabilities: Granhomen, Lahelle, Langeby, Nord Trubervika, Tangen, Vøra and Bogen.

See www.sandefjord.kommune.no for details about how they are adapted.

Brygga 11, Geir Skeie

Brygga 11 is a seafood restaurant on the waterfront in Sandefjord, serving fresh fish and shellfish supplied by Brødrene Berggren, the fishmonger located next door. Seasonal ingredients and simple, carefully prepared seafood are at the heart of the menu, from oysters and freshly cooked prawns to fish soup and multi-course dinners. The relaxed setting makes it suitable for both a casual meal and a longer evening by the harbour.

Fresh seafood from next door
The menu changes with the seasons and the availability of fresh seafood. Dishes include oysters, mussels, Skagerrak prawns, fish soup and fish and chips. The selection varies throughout the year, reflecting the ingredients available to the kitchen. For a longer dining experience, guests can choose the evening set menu with three or four courses selected by the kitchen. Visit the restaurant's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.

Katrine Borg Skeie and Geir Skeie
Brygga 11 is owned by Katrine Borg Skeie and Geir Skeie. Katrine is the general manager and a chef, while Geir is co-owner. Geir won Bocuse d’Or Europe in 2008 and the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon in 2009.
Together, they have developed a restaurant concept focused on fresh ingredients and seafood, served in a relaxed waterfront setting.

For children, groups and private events
Brygga 11 has a separate children's menu featuring dishes such as fish cakes, fish soup and fish and chips. Smaller portions of dishes from the regular menu are also available.
The restaurant welcomes both small and larger groups, offering dedicated group menus and dining arrangements tailored to the occasion. Group dinners must be booked in advance.

Opening hours and reservations
Brygga 11 normally serves dinner from Tuesday to Saturday. The restaurant lists opening from 5 pm Tuesday to Friday and from 3 pm on Saturdays. It is closed on Mondays and Sundays. The last table seating is listed as 9 pm.

Tables can be reserved through the restaurant's website. For groups and private events, contact Brygga 11 on +47 95 55 91 91 or at post@brygga11.no. Check the restaurant's website for current opening hours and any changes to its dining services.

Metro bowling

Metro bowling Sandefjord is located at Pindsle, 3 km from the town centre.

It is possible to have railing on all the courts, which makes it easier for children.

During the weekends the music is turned up, the lights are dimmed and music videos are playing on the screens.

Right next door is Metro indoor playground and Laser games. Restaurant & Sports bar.

Sandefjord Art Association

Sandefjord Kunstforening is a contemporary art exhibition venue in central Sandefjord, located beside Scandic Park Sandefjord with its entrance from Badeparken. The bright and welcoming gallery presents changing exhibitions of professional contemporary art, including solo and group exhibitions. Admission is free, making it an easy cultural stop while exploring the town.

Discover contemporary art in Sandefjord
Sandefjord Kunstforening introduces visitors to work by established and emerging artists through a varied programme of exhibitions. Depending on what is on display, you may discover paintings, sculptural installations and other forms of contemporary visual art. The exhibitions invite visitors to explore different materials, artistic ideas and perspectives. Take your time looking at the works and discovering the stories and questions behind them.

Changing exhibitions throughout the year
Sandefjord Kunstforening normally presents around eight to ten exhibitions each year, ranging from solo exhibitions to group shows and larger curated projects. The association is particularly committed to presenting and promoting professional contemporary art. Its initiatives include the Sandefjord Kunstforening Art Prize, which highlights contemporary artistic practice. The programme changes throughout the year, so each visit can offer something new. Check the official Sandefjord Kunstforening website for current exhibitions, featured artists and dates.

Art activities and opportunities to learn
In addition to exhibitions, Sandefjord Kunstforening organises talks, art excursions and creative workshops for children, young people and adults. These activities offer opportunities to engage more closely with contemporary art, explore artistic ideas and take part in the local arts community. Events and workshops are scheduled separately, so check the current programme if you would like to take part.

Combine your gallery visit with Badeparken
The gallery opens directly towards Badeparken, a green park between central Sandefjord and the waterfront. Here you can continue exploring art outdoors, including the Poseidon sculpture group, or simply enjoy a walk among the trees and gardens. For more visual art, visit Galleri ER in Kongensgate or Galleri Brown near Kurbadet. You can also discover public artworks around town through Sculptures in Sandefjord.

Plan your visit
Sandefjord Kunstforening is located at Strandpromenaden 9, beside Scandic Park Sandefjord, with the entrance from Badeparken. Regular opening hours are Wednesday–Sunday, 12 noon–4 pm.

The gallery is normally closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Check the current exhibition dates before visiting, as there may be breaks between exhibitions. Admission to the regular exhibitions is free. The gallery is easy to combine with a walk through Badeparken or the centre of Sandefjord.

Contact the art association in advance for information about group visits, events or accessibility arrangements. Step-free access and facilities inside the gallery have not yet been independently verified. Visit sandefjordkunstforening.no for the latest exhibitions and visitor information.