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Sti for øye is an outdoor art gallery at Fossnes in Stokke, where sculptures, installations and nature come together along an almost two-kilometre woodland trail. Explore artworks that interact with the trees, light and landscape of the Vestfold forest. The trail is open year-round, and after dark, atmospheric lighting illuminates both the art and the surrounding woodland.
An art trail through the Vestfold forest
Sti for øye was created as a tribute to the forest and its natural diversity. Landscape architect Rainer Stange designed the trail to follow the contours of the terrain, winding between trees and art installations. The path is covered with distinctive red rhomb porphyry stone, creating a striking “red carpet” through the forest. The experience is about more than looking at art. Listen to birdsong, notice the changing light beneath the trees and discover how the artworks encourage you to see the surrounding nature in new ways.
Discover sculptures and installations along the trail
Sti for øye features works by Norwegian and international artists. Several installations were created specifically for the site, incorporating the forest into their artistic expression. Among the works are Morpheus by Lars Widenfalk, Ulvene (The Wolves) and Gaupa (The Lynx) by Sally Matthews, and Blåbær (Blueberries) by Sverre Tveito Holmen. You can also discover Lydstrålen (The Sound Beam), featuring poetry by Harald Sverdrup, and Poesioasen (The Poetry Oasis), where art, architecture and poetry meet. The artworks vary in size, materials and expression. Some are immediately visible, while others reward a closer look.
Himmeltrappen – the Sky Stairs
One of the trail's most distinctive features is Himmeltrappen (The Sky Stairs), designed by architect Todd Saunders. The structure offers a different perspective on the surrounding landscape, with views towards Slottsfjellet in Tønsberg. The trail is almost two kilometres long, so allow plenty of time to explore the installations and enjoy the woodland setting.
Experience the illuminated forest after dark
Sti for øye is open 24 hours a day, throughout the year. Lighting designer Erik Selmer created the illumination scheme that highlights the trail, artworks and surrounding trees. The lights switch on automatically at dusk. An evening visit offers a different atmosphere, with the illuminated installations emerging from the dark forest.
Art and nature for the whole family
Sti for øye is suitable for art lovers, nature enthusiasts and families looking for an unusual woodland walk. The trail has been designed to accommodate visitors using pushchairs and wheelchairs. The official trail map also marks a gentler approach suitable for wheelchair users. Conditions may vary with the weather, particularly during periods of snow, ice or heavy rain.
Guided tours for groups
Guided tours are available for groups of at least ten people. Tours generally last between one and two hours. Talks and refreshments may also be arranged on request. Contact Sti for øye in advance to discuss availability and arrangements.
Plan your visit
Sti for øye is located at Fossnesveien 3, 3160 Stokke, in Sandefjord municipality.
The outdoor gallery is accessible 24 hours a day, all year round. The trail is almost two kilometres long, but allow extra time to enjoy the artworks at a relaxed pace. Lighting switches on automatically at dusk. If you are planning an evening visit, contact the organisers to confirm when the lights are switched off. Visit the official Sti for øye website for more information and a map of the trail.
For more art experiences in Vestfold, explore Sculptures in Sandefjord or Midtåsen Sculpture Pavilion.
Kaupang Viking Town is located beside Viksfjorden near Larvik, on the site of one of Norway's earliest urban trading settlements, established around AD 800. Here you can explore Viking Age trade and craftsmanship through archaeological exhibitions, a reconstructed building and guided experiences in the historic landscape.
Where Vikings lived and traded
More than 1,200 years ago, people gathered at Kaupang to trade goods, practise crafts and exchange knowledge. Its location beside the fjord made it an important centre for trade and travel during the Viking Age. Today, you can see a reconstruction of what a Viking house may have looked like, along with a model showing how parts of the settlement were arranged. Together with archaeological findings, these displays help bring the ancient trading town to life.
Discover the archaeological finds
Archaeologists have investigated Kaupang since the 19th century, and much of the original settlement remains unexcavated.
The exhibitions explain what archaeologists have discovered, how the excavations were carried out and what the findings reveal about trade, craftsmanship and power during the Viking Age. Guides from the Kaupang Project also bring the surrounding landscape to life, sharing stories about the people who lived here and the burial sites that reveal aspects of life and death in Viking society.
Viking activities and guided experiences
During the summer season, Kaupang offers activities for children and adults. Depending on the programme, these may include archery, archaeological digging, storytelling and guided walks at Northern Kaupang. Activities take place on selected days during the season. Guided tours indoors and outdoors are available during regular opening hours when other activities are not taking place.
Explore the cultural heritage trail
Fasanatur is a free cultural heritage trail featuring questions and activities related to the area. Starting at the car park, it can be explored independently of the Viking Town's regular opening hours. Kaupang is also a worthwhile stop along the Viking Trail through Vestfold, which connects burial sites and other important places from the Iron and Viking Ages.
Group visits to Kaupang
Kaupang Viking Town also welcomes groups by prior arrangement. Visits can be adapted to include historical storytelling, traditional crafts, Viking games and food prepared over an open fire. Contact the Kaupang Project in advance to arrange a group experience suited to your needs.
Plan your visit
Kaupang Viking Town is located at Kaupangveien 276, beside Viksfjorden in Larvik municipality. The visitor centre normally opens for the summer season from late June to late August. In 2026, regular opening hours were Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am–5 pm. Outside the summer season, visits are available by prior arrangement.
An admission fee applies to the visitor centre, while the outdoor cultural heritage trail is free to explore.
Check the Kaupang Project's official website for current opening hours, ticket prices, activity programmes and group bookings before travelling.
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.