Vikinggilde – A Viking Feast (for groups)

This Viking evening is held in the Viking hall "Gildehallen", located at the Midgard Viking Centre in Borre. (About 3 km outside the center of Horten).

Tapas buffet with contemporary food based on short-traveled ingredients. Various meat dishes, fish, pea and cabbage stew, salad etc. are served. A full menu with seasonal variations is available on request.

It is recommended to bring/wear some warm clothes. (Preferably an extra jumper also in spring/summer). A bonfire in the middle of the hall warms the room.

3-4 hours duration. (After wish).

From 18 years.

From 20-90 participants.

Facilitated activity for wheelchair users.

 

Midgard Viking Centre delivers this activity.

Fjordtaxi – Summer route to Ildverket and Færder lighthouse

Visit the Færder national park hidden gems from June 22 – August 16!

Daily route during the summer season with Fjordtaxi AS that also provides those who do not have their own boat an easy way to get out into Færder National Park.

Whether you have rented a coastal cabin at the destinations Ildverket or want to spend the night in a tent or hammock, enjoy swimming and outdoor activities the route takes you to the islands Ildverket, Vestre Bustein, Mostein and Lindholmen. Daily departure from Årås at 1-2pm by appointment only.

Pre-order with 3 days notice.
Max 12 passengers.

Fjordtaxi also drive to the coastal cabins at Fulehuk Lighthouse and Bolærne Islands.

Vikinghike and Mead Tasting

Guided tour where you get to experience Tønsberg's rich Viking history!

Explore impressive Viking ships at Vikingodden, see craft traditions come to life, and take part in historical highlights such as Slottsfjellet and the city's iconic viewpoints.

The tour includes mead tasting – either as a break on the road or an atmospheric ending.

Duration approx. 2 hours.

Price in NOK. (With a taste of 3 different meads). Non-alcoholic can also be offered.

Row viking ship

After a short review of the ship, commands and rowing training, the ship sets out from Tønsberg harbor and out through historic areas to the Vestfjorden.

The tour starts and ends at Vikingodden (right outside the Quality Hotel Oseberg at Tønsberg brygge).

Dress according to the weather! Remember that it is always cooler at sea than on land. It is a good idea to bring a sweater, even on hot summer days.

The ship is rented with a mate, crew and safety boat.

Around 1 hour duration.

From 18 years.

From 20-60 participants.

Requires no prior knowledge. The ship is moved forward when the participants row. A certain form of normal bodily strength.

Saga Oseberg delivers this activity.

Outdoor climbing in Vestfold

Along the coast from Helgeroa to Tønsberg, there are a lot of great climbing areas for those who like vertical sports. Currently there are around 50 climbing fields / crags and a total of over 2000 routes to choose from. Rope climbing, sports routes, DWS and high-quality bouldering. 

SaVe climbing and Stavern bouldering club are taking care of, and develop the fields continuously.

All fields can be used free of charge, and bouldering mats and other equipment can also be borrowed/rented from SaVe climbing.

Some of the most popular fields!
Oksås – Sandefjord: Great cliff with a short approach, around 70 routes with sports and trad, child-friendly.
Mokollen – Sandefjord: Close to the city and with a fantastic view of the city. Sport and trad, 50 routes.
Husvik – Tønsberg: A pleasant and child-friendly field with bouldering, sport and trad in true union, around 80 routes to choose from.
Hvasser – Færder: Here there are around 140 boulders and 14 trad lines of high quality.
Ula – Larvik: More than 470 boulders and over 70 trad lines.

Updated information about the fields, parking and topos can be found at 27 crags.

For more information about the climbing club, see Sandefjord and Vear climbing's website.

Bondens Hage – Selskapslokaler

Premises
Bondens Hage can also offer great function rooms for up to 60 guests in the hayloft in the barn, which was completely renovated in 2021/2022.

Kur Sauna – Tangen

The sauna is located on Tangen, with a view of the Tangen Bay. The sauna is mobile, with self-service. Booking on Kur Sauna's website. Fire up, and experience the weather and wind from the inside! If you want a fresh sea bath, it is only a few steps down to the beach.

The sauna at Tangen has a temporary location. See also the larger sauna at Lahelle.

Booking

See the website for updated prices and booking!

Kur sauna supplies wood, and clean the sauna.

Location and facilities

The sauna is located on Tangenodden, 6 km from the town centre. Sandefjord municipality is the owner of the area.

Mobile sauna for hire

The sauna is mobile with a capacity for 6 people, and have the possibility for rental to your private arrangement. 

Float sauna

Bring your family and friends for a sauna experience!

In a hectic world that is constantly moving, FLOAT sauna see the value of silence, relaxation and renewal. Float sauna does not only offer a sauna experience, but wish to create a break from everyday stress, and want you to rediscover the balance in life.

The modern sauna has space for up to 10-12 people, and is located in beautiful surroundings on Granholmen in Sandefjord. The sauna also contains a changing room, and you can connect to your favorite music through the stereo system via Bluetooth. The sauna stove is electric, and is kept warm at all times. You can adjust the temperature yourself to your desired needs when you arrive.

Bring your family and friends for a relaxing sauna experience. Float sauna offers private sauna and communal sauna. When booking a private sauna, you get the whole sauna to yourself. In the communal sauna, you book for the number of people who will be there. Community saunas give you the opportunity to create a community and share the unique experience with others. 

Booking

You rent the sauna for 2 hours, private or shared. When you book, you choose the desired time and pay with Vipps or card. After the payment has been completed, you will receive an email with confirmation and a code for the sauna that you use to lock yourself in.

Booking, prices and opening times can be found at Floatsauna.no

Wood stump sitting and yoga

Fjordtaxi takes groups of up to 12 people on an archipelago tour.

Here you go ashore and sit in a ring of wood stumps around a fire.

The topic of conversation is up to you!

Fjordtaxi keeps the conversation going.

For Fjordtaxi, socialization and mental health are important.

The tour can be topped off with half an hour of yoga with an approved yoga instructor.