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Jotunhallen

Jotunhallen is situated in the Bugården Park in Sandefjord. It hosts handball-matches and more!

TønsbergGuidene

ENGLISH:
We are dedicated historical tour guides who take you through important parts of Tønsberg’s and Sandefjord’s history. Tours in English:

TØNSBERG AND SURROUNDINGS:
Town Center walk 1: Viking grave mounds, medieval living quarters, sailing ships harbour.
Town Center walk 2: Castle hill – Medieval kings and queens.
Oseberg grave mound (Access by car).
Borre grave mounds (Access by car).

SANDEFJORD AND SURROUNDINGS:
Town Center walk: Art nouveau buildings, historical buildings, Sandefjord Kurbad (Spa), parks.
Grave mound and Funerary monuments from the Viking Age at Gokstad, Elgesem, and Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Access by car/bus).

DEUTSCH:
Inger und Lene sind engagierte Reiseleiterinnen, die Sie durch wichtige Teile der Geschichte von Tønsberg und Sandefjord führen. Deutschsprachige Touren:

TØNSBERG UND UMGEBUNG:
Spaziergang 1 im Stadtzentrum: Wikingergrabhügel, mittelalterliche Wohnviertel, Segelschiffhafen.
Spaziergang 2 im Stadtzentrum: Slottsfjellet (Burgberg) – Mittelalterliche Könige und Königinnen.
Oseberg Grabhügel. (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)
Borre Grabhügel. (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)

SANDEFJORD UND UMGEBUNG:
Spaziergang durch das Stadtzentrum: Jugendstilgebäude, historische Gebäude, Sandefjord Kurbad, Parks.
Grabhügel und Grabdenkmäler aus der Wikingerzeit in Gokstad, Elgesem und Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)

FRANÇAIS
Inger est une guide touristique dévouée qui vous emmène à travers des parties importantes de l’histoire de Tønsberg et de Sandefjord. Visites en français :

TØNSBERG ET SES ENVIRONS :
Promenade 1 dans le centre-ville : Tumuli funéraires de l’époque viking, quartiers d’habitation médiévaux, port des voiliers.
Promenade 2 dans le centre-ville : Slottsfjellet (Colline du château) – Rois et reines médiévaux.
Tumulus funéraire d’Oseberg de l’époque viking. (Accès en voiture.)
Tumuli funéraires de Borre de l’époque viking. (Accès en voiture.)

SANDEFJORD ET SES ENVIRONS :
Promenade dans le centre-ville : Bâtiments Art nouveau, bâtiments historiques, Sandefjord Kurbad (spa), parcs.
Tumulus et Monuments funéraires de l’époque viking à Gokstad, Elgesem et Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Accès en voiture/autobus.)

Contact the TønsbergGuides by:
> Inger Bjar-Kessler, Mobil: (+47) 92 25 80 78 / e-mail: ing-bj@online.no
> Lene Alfheim, Mobil: (+47) 94 84 35 84 / e-mail: lenealfheim@hotmail.com

Sjoparken

“Sjøparken in Stavern is an idyllic area with a variety of activities and experiences. Visit the Nerdrum Museum to see iconic works by Odd Nerdrum. At the ‘Havfuglen’ Café, you can enjoy food and drinks under old chestnut trees at Agnes Torg. Kunst i Sjøparken (Art in Sjøparken) features 17 studios and galleries with local artists – painting, photography, ceramics, and more. People of all ages can explore and play on the Tangaroa raft, which was used during the filming of the Kon-Tiki movie in 2012. Additionally, there are plenty of activities in the area – you can try yoga, pilates, martial arts, bouldering, diving, and watersports. You’ll also find Agnes Brygghus and other local offerings. The local community in the summer town of Stavern also offers opportunities for boat trips, restaurants, shops, and many other activities.

Summer Open Café – Løvøya Camping

The summer café at Løvøya Oslofjord is located at Løvøya Camping and Marina, approximately five kilometres from Horten town centre. The café serves hot dishes, light meals, ice cream and drinks in a waterfront setting. Fully licensed to serve alcohol, it welcomes campsite guests, boat owners and day visitors exploring Løvøya.

Food and Drinks
The café offers a varied menu of hot dishes and lighter meals. Enjoy food and drinks after a day on the water or take a break while exploring Løvøya.
The campsite is also home to Campis, an ice cream kiosk serving scooped ice cream, soft serve and ice lollies.

Café with Sea Views
The café is located in Løvøyhallen, a bright glass-enclosed extension with a wood-burning stove and views of the marina. Indoor seating is available, along with outdoor seating where guests can enjoy the coastal surroundings.
From the café, you can watch the boats and activity along the waterfront.

Private Events and Meetings
The venue can be hired for smaller private events, meetings and other gatherings. Contact Løvøya Oslofjord for information about capacity, catering options and bookings.

Opening Hours
The café is open seasonally during the summer, with opening hours varying throughout the season.

Visit the Løvøya Oslofjord website for current opening hours and visitor information.

Outdoor pool – The Pool Club

The Pool Club – outdoor pool at Quality Hotel Tønsberg

You will find The Pool Club on the roof on the 5th floor. Here you can enjoy a fantastic view while relaxing in comfortable sunbeds or seating areas. The heated pool has a temperature of 32 degrees.

Indoor sauna and a relaxation area for extra well-being. 

Regardless of whether you are a hotel guest or not, you are always welcome at The Pool Club.

ID 20 years
For more information and opening hours, check the website here.

Palmehaven

Palmehaven is located at Hotel Wassilioff in Stavern and serves lunch and a bistro menu. The menu includes small dishes, fish soup, mussels, burgers and pizza.

Palmehaven also operates as a cocktail bar and is suitable for both a meal and drinks. Lunch is served from 12:00 to 18:00, while the rest of the menu varies throughout the year.

See the current menu and opening hours or book a table at Palmehaven.

 

 

M/S Øysprinten

MS Øysprinten with home port in Larvik, can be booked for transport, charter with catering, sightseeing, scattering of ashes/burial, inspection and more in the Vestfold archipelago for up to 30 guests. Season – All year. 

The boat has all facilities on board, which are customized to the guests' needs. After 17 years sailing with M/S Viksfjord, Trygg Seilas AS knows very vell both the waters and the needs. MS Øysprinten is a slightly smaller, that sails faster and can more easily go into smaller places as the boat is less drafty.

MS Øysprinten was built in 1984, and has previously served as a medical, ambulance and shuttle boat in harsh areas along the Norwegian coast. The hull is in fiberglass.Two powerful Scania engines provide the propulsion, and can reach a top speed of 19 knots. Service speed 10 – 15 knots, but can also cruise at low speeds.

There is a good heating system, so it is comfortable on board in winter and on muggy days.

Contact Trygg Seilas AS for a non-binding offer.