The project is an idea from Louis Jacoby in 2006. Larvik business community and Larvik municipality collaborated the project in 2006, with the vision of giving residents and visitors to Larvik greater vitality through Poesipark's dissemination.
Read more about the installations and where to find them here: Poesiparken.
The Seterkafé is famous for it's traditional Sour Cream Porridge and it's a popular place for both tourists and local residents.
Suitable for families with its large outdoor area.
A perfect place to enjoy a smaller meal either on your way up to the well known castle "Slottsfjellet" – Scandinavias largest ruin site located just above, or as a nice end to the museum visit.
Open during summer.
The project was developed in times that saw significant changes in the political landscape and Europe was facing an immense migrant crisis. The project wanted to shine light on these issues and as a consequence convey a message that all kinds of people are welcome to our city. Sandefjord has some strong players working with social entrepreneurship and Café Vintage was heavily involved in the project. The café offers training programs mainly for women and their families joined in as volunteers. Naper’n, a youth club at the city centre came along too as volunteers. It all played out very nicely as people from all over the world be it artists or refugees together painted ten murals in a two week period in July 2017. The project kicked off on July 3rd with the Norwegian prime minister, Erna Solberg, opening the event. It all become a massive joint collaboration between businesses and volunteers and the following deserves a big thank you!
Sparebankstiftelsen DNB, Tenkt Stort, Tenk Sandefjord, Torp Lufthavn Sandefjord, Ramirent, Jotun, Scandic Park Sandefjord, Sandefjord Brann og Redning, Gleditsch fargehandel
You can find the murals at the following locations:
“Peace between nations” by Eduardo Kobra, Brazil – Parking lot behind Peter Grøns gate 2B
“Trekkfugl” by Aleksei Bordusov (AEC), Ukraine – Parking lot behind Peter Grøns gate 2B
“Nature for everyone” by Bart Smates Smeets, Belgium – Parking lot behind Peter Grøns gate 2B
“Stay with me” by Artez Street Art, Serbia – Parking lot behind Peter Grøns gate 2B
“We are all refugees” by Matias Sabotajealmontaje, Tenerife – Restaurant Smak, Thor Dahlsgt. 9
“Våre refleksjoner” by Eric Okdeh, US – Parking lot at Storgata 7
“Vårt Sandefjord” by Eric Okdeh, US Storgata 6
“Birds don’t have borders” by Peacetu, Brazil/Norway, – By Café Vintage, between Kongensgate 1 and 3
“The fruits of love” by Luis Lopez Alberto, Peru/Chile – Chr. Hvidts Plass 1
“Never give up” by Artez Street Art, Serbia – At Coop Prix, Kongensgt. 1B
“There is more that what you see” by Victor Ash, France/Denmark – Stockfeldsgate 6-8
Art for All in the World was founded by Sharon and Peter Claesson. Art for All is a non-profit organisation working with communities across the globe to harness the power of art as a force for positive change. In 1995, Peter and Sharon's passion for their work led them to Quito, Ecuador for an education and awareness project for 6,000 street children living in the city. They led adventure tours to national parks outside the city. One day during the project, Peter and Sharon learned that there were children living in the prisons of Quito. They decided to visit the prisons and asked permission for these children to join their adventure trips as well. The prisons agreed, and after witnessing the joy of the children during the trips, Peter and Sharon recognized the need to create a more positive environment for these kids, one that would instill a sense of possibility and hope.
The project then evolved further with the creation of a series of murals on the prison walls and throughout Quito in areas in need of regeneration. This proved to be a transformative experience, not only for Sharon and Peter, but also for those involved with the project. Many of the prisoners went on to exhibit and sell work and secure jobs following their release. This defining moment in Quito was the launch pad for Sharon and Peter who realized the need for public art and the joy that comes from creating with a community. They have gone on to run projects across the globe under the banner of Art for All ever since. Their largest project to date is a project where they did 70 murals in 70 countries simultaneously. The project in Sandefjord is the first in Northern Europe.
An amazing artist Victor Ash from the Art for All family was unfortunately not able to come in 2017. However, in June 2018 he came and painted a mural where he interpreted the challenges we are facing with climate change. You can find the mural at Stockfeldsgate 6-8. In August 2018 a local artist Linn Horntvedt will do a piece in Stockfeldsgate too.
Havna Restaurant
Located in the heart of Havna Tjøme Hotel, Havna Restaurant was fully renovated in 2025. The restaurant features large windows overlooking the sea, and wide double doors opening onto the pier terrace, where guests can enjoy outdoor dining on pleasant days. Here, both morning and afternoon sun can be enjoyed, along with fresh sea air and the gentle summer sounds of passing boats.
Havna Restaurant welcomes both individual diners and larger groups. The dining area flows naturally into the bar, creating a relaxed setting for socialising before or after the meal.
A Historic Seaside Setting
Havna Tjøme Hotel has been a meeting place for travellers for more than 200 years. Historically, the site served as a boat connection between the islands of Tjøme and Hvasser and as a provisioning point for sailors. Today, it has evolved into a modern hotel with strong historic roots.
The restaurant remains a popular gathering place for both locals and visitors arriving by land or by sea. Guest marina berths are reserved for restaurant guests.
The Taste of Havna
Executive Chef Roman presents seasonal dishes inspired by the best flavours of the season.
Breakfast is served daily, offering a generous selection of hot and cold favourites, homemade juices, and quality coffee from the bar.
Lunch and dinner are served à la carte, whether enjoying a multi-course meal with friends or stopping by for a light bite while taking in the lively atmosphere of Havna.
Bar
The bar stretches from the hotel entrance around the entire restaurant on the ground floor. Guests can enjoy drinks in a comfortable and welcoming setting – whether seated at the bar chatting with the bartender, relaxing by the fireplace in spacious lounge areas, or gathering around high tables overlooking the marina.
Events
The hotel’s event calendar features a variety of food and drink experiences in the restaurant, including Afternoon Tea with delicate pastries and finger sandwiches, wine tastings, and seafood evenings. Loyalty members can earn bonus points by attending selected events.
Transport and Parking
The hotel offers a large parking area at the entrance with daily rates, as well as electric vehicle charging points. The “Havna” bus stop is a short 300-metre walk from the hotel and provides connections to Nøtterøy and Tønsberg.
Table reservations are recommended prior to arrival.
For Table Reservations Call +47 33 30 30 00 or send an e-mail to service@havnatjome.no
Quality Hotel Tønsberg 's restaurant The Social Bar & Bistro serves good and classic bistro dishes with a modern twist, in a relaxed atmosphere. Here you can enjoy their signature dishes such as Moules frites and real Italian pizza, baked in a stone oven.
The restaurant and bar have a great location with a panoramic view of the sea and the boats on their way in and out of Tønsberg's harbour.
It is recommended to book a table, however its not always necessary.
A fantastic 4 hour Via Ferrata route with 6 different rappels and zipline at the end.
Read more at the website.
The ship can be chartered and are certified for up to 40 passengers.
Berntine sail from Tønsberg Brygge or Tønsberg Kystkultursenter, with trips to Færder National Park.
Season is from May to September.
Stolpehuset is a great venue for events, meetings, concerts and private parties! Suitable for about 150 people.
Contact Lardal Service Office for request and prices!
In the season from May to September, there are free guided tours in the Geopark. The geopark is a limited area of 3.000 square kilometer and is in Telemark and Vestfold county, and includes the municipalities of Larvik, Bamble, Kragerø, Nome, Porsgrunn, Siljan and Skien.
At various geo-locations you can discover for yourself, and gain an increased understanding of, the dramatic events that have helped to shape the landscape.
The landscape in Larvik is characterized by the rugged landscape that a bedrock of larvikite often provides. Along the coast, the larvikite has been scoured by the ice that lay over the land during the last ice age. The result is the fine rocky cliffs that dominate the Vestfold coast.
Larvikite can only be found naturally in the Larvik area, and when you see this popular ornamental stone, cut and polished, with its beautiful play of blue colors on everything from wall facades on large buildings to worktops in kitchens and bar counters, you know it comes from Larvik. Larvikite is valued and in demand far beyond Norway's borders.