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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.

Nordre Bergan Gård – Raet Sideri

Nordre Bergan Farm is beautifully located in Råstad, Sandefjord, just a 10-minute walk from Råstad (Torp) train station. Here, farming traditions are combined with local production and authentic taste experiences.

The farm primarily grows apples, pumpkins and grain. Its own beehives contribute to pollination and provide honey for the farm shop. In the on-site pressing facility and cider cellar, apple juice and cider are produced from the farm’s own apples.

The farm has a long history, with apple cultivation dating back to the 1950s and pumpkin production since 1999. Today, Nordre Bergan Farm is run by Mikkel and Tomine, who took over in 2024.

Apple juice
The apple juice is made from the farm’s own apples, unfiltered and without additives. It is produced from single varieties such as Aroma, Elstar, Summerred, Gravenstein and Discovery, as well as pollination varieties like Katja and Golden Delicious. The juice is pasteurised during bottling to ensure a long shelf life.

Raet Cider
Through Raet Cider, the entire process is handled on-site – from growing and caring for the apple trees to pressing and fermenting the cider. This small-scale, craft-based approach ensures full control over quality and results in cider that reflects the local soil, apple varieties and seasonal conditions, with freshness, depth and a clear sense of place.

Cider tasting
Cider tastings are available for groups on request. 

Honey
The summer honey comes from bees collecting nectar from apple trees and pumpkin fields. Heather honey from Telemark is also available.

Aronia
Aronia berries from Sjue Farm are processed into pure aronia products, as well as blended with apple juice and used in cider.

Farm shop
The farm shop offers seasonal fruit and vegetables, along with the farm’s own apple juice, honey, cider and ice cider throughout the year. In autumn, you will also find pumpkins, ornamental gourds, pickling cucumbers and apples. The shop also carries a selection of locally produced food from other producers.

Open farm days and events are announced on the farm’s Facebook page.