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Restaurant Vadskjæret

Restaurant Vadskjæret is located by the waterfront in Larvik and offers French-inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting with views of the sea. The restaurant opened in the summer of 2021 and has since become a gathering place for both local guests and visitors throughout the year. During the summer season, guests can enjoy outdoor seating on the restaurant’s large waterfront terrace.

Menu
Vadskjæret is a brasserie focused on locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus. The dishes are inspired by French cuisine, combined with local flavors and regional produce. The menu changes throughout the year and includes both lunch and dinner options adapted to the season.
The restaurant aims to provide a relaxed and accessible dining experience, whether you stop by for a quick lunch, dinner with friends, or simply to enjoy an evening by the sea.

View the menu selection here.

Opening Hours
The restaurant is open from Thursday to Sunday.
Table reservations are recommended.

Events and Private Functions
Restaurant Vadskjæret also offers facilities for various events and private functions, including weddings, anniversaries, confirmations, and corporate events. It is also possible to rent the entire restaurant for events with a capacity of up to 120 guests.

KNM Narvik

KNM Narvik – Step aboard a real warship
Located in historic surroundings in Horten, KNM Narvik (F304) is Norway’s largest floating heritage sites. More than just a museum, it offers a unique opportunity to experience life on board a real naval vessel.

A ship with a story
Built in 1966 during the Cold War, KNM Narvik served as part of Norway’s naval defense and NATO operations. The ship sailed over 850,000 nautical miles—more than 39 times around the globe—and was home to thousands of sailors. Today, it rests at the quay, but its stories live on.

Step back in time on board
As you walk up the gangway, you enter a different world. Narrow corridors, original cabins, command rooms and mess areas still reflect life at sea. Small details bring you closer to what everyday life was like on board a Norwegian warship.

Guided tours share the human stories behind the missions, making the experience both engaging and memorable.

A great experience for all
KNM Narvik is suitable for both adults and families. Visitors can explore a real ship and gain insight into an important part of Norway’s modern history—offering something a little out of the ordinary.

Practical information
The ship is open to visitors during the season from May to September. Tickets are available on board.

Kiosk with refreshments
You can enjoy coffee, light meals or something sweet in the original crew mess. A small selection of souvenirs is also available on board.

Dining and private events
For a more exclusive experience, visits can be combined with food and drinks on board—from simple lunches to elegant dinners in unique historic surroundings.

Experience the Royal Launch
You can also take to the water aboard the Royal Launch of 1976—the world’s first fully electric royal launch, originally built for the Norwegian Royal Family. Available for charter with crew from May to September, it offers a peaceful and elegant way to experience the fjord, perfect for special occasions.

KNM Narvik is preserved as a national heritage vessel and maintained for future generations.

Grytebakke Gård – Venues

Grytebakke Farm in Sande offers warm and modern venues for both private celebrations and corporate events in peaceful countryside surroundings.

The farm features two main venues:
– Salen for up to 90 guests, ideal for dinners and larger events
– Trevet for up to 40 guests, perfect for parties, social gatherings and dancing

The venues can be rented separately or together, with many guests choosing dinner in Salen followed by an evening event at Trevet.

Grytebakke is suitable for weddings, birthdays, confirmations, memorial gatherings, meetings and team building. The farm also offers children’s birthday parties and group activities with animals, forest play and farm experiences.

Facilities include sound system, microphone, projector, catering options and free parking.

For enquiries regarding venue rental:
anna@grytebakkegaard.no
Phone: +47 95 96 78 51

Copy of ‘Stange Gjestegård’

Just 15 minutes from Tønsberg, Stange Gjestegård offers a unique blend of history, nature, and modern comfort – in peaceful rural surroundings.
Stay the night at the Farm.

Choose between three distinctive rooms, each with its own atmosphere:
The Blue Room – double bed + sofa bed (up to 3 guests)
The Green Room – double bed + sofa bed (up to 4 guests)
The Tower Room – up to 3 guests
Breakfast available on request.

Free parking.

A place with a story
Set on historic ground where the Battles of Re (1163 & 1177) took place, the property carries a unique sense of heritage. The Labyrinth
is the farms attraction, created as a living tribute to the past. 450 meters long. 7 circles. 1,163 spruce trees. Designed by landscape architect Rainer Stange.

Explore the surroundings
Walking trails lead to streams and the Ramnes River, with a fish ladder and the historic Mølle pond from the 1500s. A peaceful park area with benches and swimming access invites you to slow down.

 

Stange Gjestegård

In the heart of Vestfold’s cultural landscape, you’ll find Stange Gjestegård – a place where history meets tranquility, nature, and modern comfort. The estate stands on land that has witnessed some of Norway’s most significant historical events, including the Battles of Re in 1163 and 1177 – defining moments in the country’s medieval history.

Getting here is easy. Just a 15-minute drive from Tønsberg, it’s a unique and accessible destination for both events and overnight stays.

A place to gather – or to unwind
Stange Gjestegård offers facilities for both small and large gatherings, conferences, or a მშვიდ weekend retreat surrounded by nature. Dining can be arranged, from simple meals to full banquet menus, tapas, or cold buffets. See the website for menus.

The function venue, designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Snøhetta, gives Stange Gjestegård a modern yet timeless aesthetic through its innovative design.

Accommodation
Stay in one of the guesthouse’s distinctive rooms, each with its own character and atmosphere.
The Blue Room features one double bed and a sofa bed, accommodating up to 3 guests.
The Green Room features one double bed and a sofa bed, accommodating up to 4 guests.
The Tower Room accommodates up to 3 guests.
Breakfast can be added upon request.

The Labyrinth
The property’s most unique attraction is its circular labyrinth, created as a living tribute to the Battles of Re.
450 meters long. 7 circles. 1,163 spruce trees.
Designed by landscape architect Rainer Stange, it is both a striking visual feature and an experience in itself.

Walking trails
There are established walking paths leading to nearby streams and the Ramnes River, which features a fish ladder and the historic Mølledam dam dating back to the 1500s. In recent years, hardwood trees have been planted to create a local park area. Benches and a bathing ladder are available, and Mølledam serves as a gathering place for the local community.

Bruddet at Tjøme

Set in scenic surroundings on Tjøme, Bruddet is a former quarry at Brøtsø transformed into a distinctive outdoor stage. The performance space is carved directly into the rock, offering impressive dimensions, a unique atmosphere, and excellent acoustics, with capacity for up to 1,000 people. The raw stone walls create a powerful natural backdrop for concerts, theatre, dance, and art.

Bruddet operates as a regular summer venue from June to August.

Summer 2026 at Bruddet
From June 13 to August 15, the venue will host a diverse program including jazz, classical and pop concerts, as well as theatre and family performances – all set in an open-air environment.

The café opens two hours before each performance.

About Bruddet
Brøtsøbruddet is a non-profit company aim is to create high-quality cultural experiences for a broad audience, presenting a diverse program across artistic disciplines. The venue collaborates with festivals such as Klassisk ved Havet and Færderbiennalen, as well as Nøtterøy Cultural Centre and a wide range of artists from Norway and abroad. In 2026, Bruddet also collaborates with the Oslo National Academy of the Arts and the Architectural Association in London.

Tickets and program
For updated program information and tickets, visit the website. Tickets at notteroy.kulturhus.no.