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Ormen Våge

Ormen Våge is a 30-metre-long dragon sculpture stretching across the façade of a multi-purpose sports and cultural hall in Revetal, in Tønsberg municipality. Created by artist Stig Skjelvik, the artwork combines Norse mythology, traditional Norwegian woodworking and modern lighting technology. During the day, you can explore its dark, scale-like surface. After sunset, digital lighting can transform the dragon's appearance.

A dragon brought to life by light
Ormen Våge takes the form of a long dragon stretching across the building's exterior. Its surface is covered in overlapping dark wooden shingles, resembling the scales of a dragon, with a lighting system concealed beneath them.

The installation contains approximately 1,800 individually controlled lighting points. When the light animations are operating, changing patterns create the illusion of movement, making the dragon appear to come alive. This makes the sculpture interesting to experience both during daylight and after dark. In the evening, the relationship between its form, materials and lighting becomes more visible.

Inspired by Vikings and stave churches
The sculpture was developed following an art competition centred on the medieval history of Re. Stig Skjelvik drew inspiration from Norse mythology and the traditional craftsmanship found in Norwegian stave churches. The dragon's outer surface is constructed from wooden shingles made of slow-grown, resin-rich pine known as malmfuru. The shingles were produced by Husanotra, a specialist organisation preserving traditional Norwegian woodworking skills.

The timber is treated with a pine-tar-based oil similar to treatments historically used on Norwegian wooden buildings. Each shingle has also been adapted to work with the modern lighting installation. The result is an artwork bringing together centuries-old building traditions and digital technology.

What does Våge mean?
The name Våge comes from the Norwegian verb meaning to dare. In Norse storytelling, dragons could represent both strength and obstacles that people must overcome. The artist used this dual meaning as inspiration. The dragon represents challenges, but also the courage needed to face them. Its location on a sports and cultural hall gives the idea particular significance. Here, children, young people and adults encounter new activities, challenges and opportunities to develop their skills.

Discover Ormen Våge in Revetal
The sculpture is mounted on the exterior of the multi-purpose hall in Revetal and can be viewed from the area outside the building. Walk along the façade to see how the dragon's shape follows the architecture. From close up, you can appreciate the wooden shingles and craftsmanship, while viewing from a distance gives a better impression of its full length. For more art and architectural experiences, explore Visit Vestfold's guide to architecture and sculpture in Vestfold.

Plan your visit
Ormen Våge is located on the exterior of the multi-purpose hall at Skoleveien, 3174 Revetal, in Tønsberg municipality, Norway. The outdoor sculpture can be viewed without an admission ticket or advance booking. Fixed operating hours for the light animations have not been verified, so illumination cannot be guaranteed at any particular time.

Parking, step-free access and possible restrictions around the building should be checked in advance if you have specific accessibility requirements. You can find out more about the artist and his work with lighting installations at Nullohm.

Høyt Under Taket Tønsberg

No prior knowledge required
Høyt Under Taket is a unique climbing center with many different climbing activities for both children, adults, beginners, and for those who are more experienced. Climbing walls, themed walls, bouldering, climbing courses, training room and lots more! The climbing center has more than 60 autobelayers. Autobelay is an automatic fuse that makes it possible to climb on your own.

Climbing groups children and adolecents
Høyt Under Taket is offering a number of popular courses and groups for children and adolescents. Physical activity among children is important. Therefore, Høyt Under Taket is offering something for all ages. You can find activities for children and adolescents who want a different leisure activity, or for those who want to learn more about climbing. You can find courses year-round for children from 6 – 16 years old.

Membership – without binding contract
Buy a membership at Høyt Under Taket and get access to the whole climbing center during opening hours. Choose between a 12 – month membership or membership with monthly withdrawal, without binding contract. Also, get Høyt Under Taket’s uniq membership benefits:
– No binding contracts
– Applicable at all Høyt Under Taket’s climbing centers
– 20% in the climbing stores
– Free coffee
– 20% on equipment rental
– 20% on courses

Dagros kafé

Dagros Café is located on the car-free island of Veierland in Færder municipality. The café serves hot meals and drinks in a relaxed setting, with seating available outdoors and under cover. Fully licensed to serve alcohol, the café is a welcoming stop for families and visitors exploring the island.

Children can enjoy mini golf, a drawing table, a sandpit and a slide. Take a break while the children play, or combine your café visit with a walk along Veierland's gravel roads and scenic trails.

Events and Private Functions
Throughout the season, Dagros Café hosts concerts, quizzes, children's activity days and other events. The café also caters for summer parties, anniversaries, birthdays and corporate gatherings.
Visit the Dagros Café website for upcoming events, tickets and information about private functions.

Opening Hours
Dagros Café is open seasonally from April/May to September, mainly on weekends and daily during the school summer holidays. Current opening hours and any changes are published on the café's Facebook page.

Getting to Veierland
The Jutøya ferry operates between Tenvik on Nøtterøy and Veierland, with additional departures from Engø in Sandefjord. The crossing takes approximately 10–15 minutes.

Veierland is a car-free island, ideal for exploring on foot or by bicycle. The island offers walking trails, recreational areas and beaches, making it easy to combine a visit to Dagros Café with a day outdoors.

Check the latest ferry timetables with Jutøya before travelling.

Bugården Ice-hall

Open and free ice rink for children and young people under 20 years of age. Skates and personal equipment must be brought.

Season: 15 October – 15 April.

Use of sticks and pucks is regulated at certain times for safety reasons.

Sticks and pucks are not permitted on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The same applies on Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Sticks and pucks are permitted on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The same applies on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

The use of the club and puck is time-regulated for the sake of everyone's safety.

Special Opening hours during Christmas and Holidays. More info Sandefjord Kommune

Bedehuset

Bedehuset is a restaurant housed in a former prayer house dating from 1875, next to the historic Herregården manor house in central Larvik. It serves lunch, dinner and pizza, with dishes ranging from sandwiches and burgers to fish, seafood, vegetarian and vegan options. The historic building provides a distinctive setting for relaxed dining.

Lunch, dinner and pizza
Bedehuset offers separate lunch and dinner menus, along with a selection of white and red pizzas. Dishes include fish soup, mussels, burgers and sharing plates. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, as well as a separate selection for children. The menu may change throughout the year. Visit the restaurant's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.

Historic surroundings and outdoor dining
The former prayer house has been transformed into a restaurant while retaining its historic character. During the summer, guests can dine outside beneath the pergola on the terrace. It is a welcoming setting for lunch in town or a longer dinner with family and friends.

Groups and private celebrations
Bedehuset also hosts birthday celebrations, confirmations and corporate gatherings. Dedicated group and event menus are available, with dining arrangements agreed in advance according to the occasion and group size.
For parties of more than eight people, reservations must be requested by email.

Opening hours and reservations
Bedehuset is normally open Monday to Thursday from 4 pm to 10 pm, Friday from 12 noon to 11 pm and Saturday from 12 noon to midnight. The restaurant is closed on Sundays. The kitchen closes at 9 pm on all opening days.

Online reservations are available until 12 noon for visits on the same day. After this time, reservations must be made by phone or email.

An age limit of 20 applies during evenings and weekends to guests visiting without a parent or guardian. Children and younger guests accompanied by adults are welcome.

Restaurant Njord

Restaurant Njord is located at RS Noatun in Horten, with views of the Oslofjord and the coastal walking trail just outside. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner inspired by Nordic cooking, with menus that follow the seasons. It welcomes conference guests and other visitors looking for a meal by the fjord.

Lunch and Nordic-inspired dinners
At lunchtime, choose from salads, open sandwiches and hot dishes. In the evening, the kitchen serves à la carte dishes and seasonal three-course menus, drawing inspiration from the sea and the surrounding landscape.
The menu changes throughout the year to reflect seasonal ingredients.

Dining beside the Oslofjord
Restaurant Njord overlooks the fjord, and during summer the terrace opens for outdoor dining. Stop by after a walk along the coastal trail or gather family and friends for a meal by the water.
The restaurant is also available for private gatherings and events. RS Noatun offers group menus and the option to reserve the entire restaurant.

Opening hours and reservations
Njord serves lunch daily and dinner from Monday to Thursday and on Sundays. On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant is reserved for group bookings.

Tables can be booked through Restaurant Njord's website. Advance booking is recommended for groups of more than ten people. Check the website for current serving hours and menus.

Big Ben Pub

Big Ben Pub is an English-style pub on the main square in central Tønsberg, with its own dining area, outdoor seating and live music at weekends. Stop by for pizza or light dishes, meet friends and enjoy an evening of entertainment in a historic building that has housed the pub since 1991.

Pizza and casual dining
Big Ben has its own kitchen serving Italian-style pizza and light dishes. The dining area seats around 30 guests, and tables can be reserved by phone. The menu may change, so check Big Ben's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.

During summer, the pub opens its spacious outdoor seating area facing Tønsberg's main square, right in the middle of the town centre.

Live music and entertainment
Weekends at Big Ben feature live music, troubadour performances and DJ events. The programme varies, so check the pub's own channels for upcoming events.

A pub with an unusual history
Big Ben is housed in the historic building with the old fire hose tower on Tønsberg's main square. The site previously housed a fire station and police station, with the building constructed on the ruins of St Mary's Church towards the end of the 19th century.
The former prison cells remain part of the building. Today, they serve as the pub's toilets, with the original barred windows recalling their former use.

Groups and private events
Big Ben welcomes small private gatherings of approximately 10 to 30 people, including birthdays and social events with friends or colleagues. Contact the pub in advance to discuss the venue and dining arrangements.

Opening hours and reservations
The pub is normally open throughout the week, with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays. The dining area has separate serving hours, opening from 4 pm Tuesday to Saturday. Sunday food service should be confirmed directly with the pub.

To reserve a table, call +47 33 31 26 56. For private events, you can also email bigben@torvet-1.no

Røde Kors Sentrene, Eidene

Norwegian Red Cross Centres – Eidene is located on Tjøme in Færder municipality and offers meeting and conference facilities for businesses, organisations and groups. Meetings, conferences and corporate kick-off events can be combined with catering, accommodation and activities across a 55-hectare property featuring forests, beaches and rocky coastal scenery.

Meeting and Conference Facilities on Tjøme
Eidene offers several meeting rooms and conference facilities for groups of different sizes. The largest conference hall, Store Færder, accommodates up to 160 people and has four adjoining breakout rooms.

Malerstua accommodates up to 60 people, while Nye Sjøstua has capacity for 30. Several smaller meeting rooms are also available. All meeting facilities offer wireless internet access and audiovisual equipment.

Conferences with Accommodation
Eidene accommodates both day meetings and multi-day conferences. Catering can be tailored to each event, including lunch, refreshments and meals throughout the stay.

The centre offers 185 beds across 88 rooms in the main building and several accommodation buildings. The new Søndre building, completed in 2025, features 26 rooms with private bathrooms.

Corporate Kick-offs and Team Building
Businesses can combine professional gatherings with activities designed to encourage teamwork and collaboration. Eidene offers group challenges, team competitions and outdoor experiences in the surrounding forests and coastal areas.

After the activities, groups can enjoy dinner in Vikingstua, where the fireplace and rustic surroundings provide a relaxed setting for socialising.

Catering and Corporate Events
Eidene provides catering for meetings, courses, conferences and other corporate events. Businesses can arrange day meetings, company celebrations and Christmas parties, with opportunities to combine dining with activities and overnight stays.

A Conference Stay with a Purpose
Eidene is part of Røde Kors Sentrene AS, owned by the Norwegian Red Cross. Revenue from events and accommodation helps support the centre's humanitarian work.

For information about conference facilities, prices and bookings, visit Norwegian Red Cross Centres – Eidene.

Eidene

Eidene on Tjøme is a venue for private events and conferences, surrounded by woodland, rocky shores and the sea. It offers a choice of rooms for weddings, confirmations, anniversaries and company gatherings, with food prepared by Eidene's own kitchen.

Historic rooms and coastal settings
Gamlehuset is one of Tjøme's historic timber buildings, with a dining room and lounge accommodating up to 40 guests. In the main building, Sjøstua offers a fireplace and space for 50 guests, while the bright and spacious Furusund can accommodate up to 120.

For a different setting, Eidene also has venues near the beach and Vikingstua in the forest. Groups can combine their gathering with outdoor activities and experiences on the property.

Food for every occasion
Eidene's kitchen offers a range of menus for private events, including tapas buffets, three-course dinners and seafood platters. Catering is also available for events on Tjøme and in nearby areas.

A venue with a purpose
Eidene is part of the Norwegian Red Cross Centres, owned by the Norwegian Red Cross. Income from events and other stays helps support the centre's humanitarian work, providing adapted stays and activities.

Opening hours and bookings
Eidene welcomes private events and groups by arrangement. No regular restaurant opening hours or walk-in dining service are published.

For venue availability, menus, prices and booking enquiries, call +47 33 30 32 32 or email booking@eidene.no.

Solplassen café

Solplassen Café is located at Solplassen Camping, just outside Stavern town centre. The seasonal restaurant serves pizza and a selection of dishes from its restaurant and fast-food menu, with takeaway available. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor seating, and the restaurant is fully licensed to serve alcohol. Everyone is welcome, whether you're staying at the campsite or visiting the area for the day.

Food and Drinks
The menu includes pizza and a variety of casual dining options. Solplassen also has a coffee bar and serves a selection of hot and cold drinks.
Enjoy your meal inside the restaurant or find a seat outdoors. Takeaway is also available if you prefer to enjoy your food elsewhere.

Beach and Coastal Experiences
Solplassen Camping is located along the coast, with its own sandy beach and floating jetty. Combine your meal with a swim or a relaxing break by the sea.
The nearby Rakke area is known for its smooth coastal rocks and scenic shoreline. The coastal walking trail offers opportunities to explore the surrounding landscape.

Opening Hours and Booking
Solplassen Café is a seasonal restaurant with opening hours that vary throughout the year.

Visit the Solplassen website for current opening hours and dining information.
For table reservations and takeaway orders, contact the restaurant directly.