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Eidsfoss Hovedgård & Gjestgiveri

At Eidsfos Hovedgård, you stay surrounded by cultural heritage, beautiful nature and peaceful surroundings – perfect for a relaxing getaway in Vestfold. The former office villa of Eidsfos Ironworks has been transformed into a charming guesthouse with 8 rooms, including 3 suites/family rooms, 3 double rooms and 1 single room.
The villa, once home to the ironworks administration, now serves as a cosy boutique-style hotel located along the tree-lined avenue leading up to the manor house. Guests can also stay in Gardener Andersen’s Apartment in the historic Cavalier Wing.

Gardener Andersen’s Apartment
Located in the Cavalier Wing at Eidsfos Hovedgård, this nostalgic apartment is set in a building that has housed workers and staff since the late 18th century. The apartment accommodates up to 4 guests and offers simple, comfortable accommodation with 2 bedrooms featuring double beds, a kitchen and a bathroom.
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Hausmann Suite
The Hausmann Suite is ideal for a romantic countryside escape. Located on the ground floor, the suite accommodates up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, each featuring a double bed. It also includes a private bathroom and a cosy living room. With its own private entrance, guests can enjoy complete freedom throughout their stay.
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Schwartz Suite
The Schwartz Suite is perfect for couples and families seeking a comfortable stay. Located on the second floor, the suite accommodates up to 4 guests. It features a double bedroom with a private bathroom, along with a cosy living room with a sofa bed – ideal for a relaxing stay.
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Madam Cappelen Suite
The Madam Cappelen Suite offers an intimate and comfortable stay in historic surroundings. Located on the second floor, the suite is perfect for couples looking for a peaceful and romantic getaway. The suite includes a double bedroom, a cosy sitting room and a private bathroom.
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Karen Toller Room
The Karen Toller Room is a cosy and comfortable double room located on the second floor. The room features a double bed and a private bathroom, making it ideal for couples seeking a relaxing stay surrounded by beautiful scenery.
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The Writing Room
The Writing Room is a cosy and comfortable single room on the second floor. Featuring a single bed and private bathroom, it is perfect for guests seeking peace, privacy and quiet surroundings.
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Oslofjord Convention Center

Oslofjord Convention Center is one of Europe’s largest integrated conference destinations, with capacity for around 9,000 overnight guests and up to 12,000 participants per day.
Everything is located on one connected site. Accommodation, meeting spaces, and arenas are seamlessly integrated, allowing events to be delivered without the need for transport between venues.

Designed by architect Niels Torp, the venue is built as a village rather than a single structure. This creates a natural flow between spaces and a cohesive experience for participants. Despite its scale, Oslofjord feels structured and accessible, and works equally well for smaller groups seeking a more focused setting.

Today, Oslofjord is an open and neutral meeting place for conferences, congresses, concerts, sports events, and a wide range of gatherings throughout the year, from executive meetings to large international events.

The venue is located by the waterfront in Melsomvik, between Tønsberg and Sandefjord, within easy reach of both Oslo and international transport hubs. The coastal setting is an integral part of the experience, offering open space, fresh air, and direct access to nature.
Outside of events, the area is open to the public and is widely used for walking, training, and recreation along the coastal path and surrounding landscape.

Location and accessibility
20 km from Torp Sandefjord Airport
Approx. 1.5 hours from Oslo
158 km from Oslo Airport Gardermoen
6 km to the nearest train station
1.4 km to the nearest bus stop

Ferry connections
Sandefjord–Strömstad (Sweden)
Larvik–Hirtshals (Denmark)
Horten–Moss

Parking
Approx. 1,750 parking spaces on site
Additional off-site parking is available for larger events
 

Færderbiennalen 2026

Færder Biennale is an international festival of dance and architecture featuring artists from Norway and abroad. Established in 2023, the biennale is now being held for the third time and has quickly gained international recognition.

Founded by Marianne Bilger, Harald K. Foss and Giulio Torracchi, the festival presents high-quality art in unique locations across the Tønsberg region. Its aim is to make art accessible to everyone while contributing to place-making and supporting the local tourism industry.

The programme features site-specific dance performances and temporary architectural installations by artists including Yoann Bourgeois (France), Caroline Laurin-Beaucage (Canada), Wonderground Company (Spain), Mascovei & Wang, and students from the Architectural Association School of Architecture (London) and the Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO). Performances and installations take place at distinctive locations in Tønsberg, Tjøme, Hvasser and Brøtsø.

In addition to performances, the festival offers artist talks, workshops and activities for children and young people. Færder Biennale collaborates with regional cultural institutions including Haugar Art Museum, Vestfold Museums, the Færder National Park Visitor Centre, Vestfoldscenen, Papirhuset Theatre and Brøtsøbruddet, as well as international partners in Spain, the UK, the Czech Republic, Canada, Scotland and Switzerland. Supported by a range of public and private partners, Færder Biennale has established itself as an international meeting place for artists, architects and audiences, strengthening Vestfold as a leading destination for art and culture in public spaces.

Program at Færderbiennalen.no!

Galleri Verftsporten

Galleri Verftsporten is an art and craft gallery featuring eight resident artists and artisans with their own studios and workshops in the building. Throughout the year, the gallery also hosts guest exhibitors. Spread across three floors, visitors can explore a diverse collection of art, crafts and changing exhibitions.

One of the gallery’s permanent highlights is The Bleken Loft, showcasing a permanent sales exhibition of graphic works by the renowned Norwegian artist Håkon Bleken.

Artists and Exhibitions

The Loft

Håkon Bleken – graphic art and prints (permanent exhibition)
Sine Wiksen – painting
Thorild Marie Instebø – textile art
Laila Becher Nergård – ceramics

Second Floor

Featured Artist of the Month (new exhibition every month)
Therese Wahl – painting
Marit Berg – painting
Jorunn Knudsen – glass art

First Floor

Roar Freslo – glass art
Veronica Sørem – glass art

Galleri Verftsporten offers a varied encounter with contemporary art and craftsmanship in unique historic surroundings at Karljohansvern.

Opening Hours

Open Sundays from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, or by appointment.

Treventyret

At Treventyret, children can explore woodworking, tools, and their own creativity in a safe and inspiring environment. The workshop is located in the old school building at Grindløkken School and offers hands-on activities where children can build, shape, and create their own small wooden projects.

The activities are suitable for families, schools, kindergartens, after-school programs (SFO), and events, and are designed to foster a sense of achievement, curiosity, and creative expression. Here, craftsmanship, play, and learning are combined in a way that gives children a unique and memorable experience.
Treventyret offers, among other things:

  • Open family workshops on weekends and during school holidays
  • Themed woodworking activities for children
  • Creative courses and activity days for kindergartens, schools, and after-school programs
  • Activities for festivals, market days, and events
  • Safe, inclusive, and pedagogically adapted experiences for different age groups

Treventyret provides children with a unique, hands-on, and creative experience that stands out in the region’s range of activities—where craftsmanship, play, and learning come together.

Ishuset i Havna

Ishuset i Havna – ice cream café in Nevlunghavn

The charming ice cream café Ishuset i Havna is located in the heart of idyllic Nevlunghavn. It is a popular meeting place for both locals and visitors.

Best known for its delicious ice cream, Ishuset also serves coffee and a selection of baked goods. The café also includes a small shop offering interior items and jewellery, including pieces by goldsmith Tone Gyrid Nilsen, who runs the place.

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Nummer Ti

Located at Garasjetorget on Karljohansvern in Horten, Nummer Ti is a casual café and take-away spot serving Filipino street food. The focus is on simple, flavourful dishes, enjoyed in calm and historic surroundings.

The venue has a warm and inviting atmosphere with clear inspiration from the 1970s. Family-run, Nummer Ti aims to be an inclusive meeting place with a personal touch – for both locals and visitors looking for something a little different.

Its location at Karljohansvern offers a relaxed setting just outside the busy town centre, yet within easy reach of several local attractions.

Menu
The menu features both small dishes and main courses, including spring rolls, dumplings, skewers and noodle dishes. You’ll also find hearty stews with meat, vegetables and spices. The selection combines traditional Filipino flavours with dishes suited for both lunch and dinner.

Nummer Ti is fully licensed.

Private events
The venue is available for private events, with or without catering, for up to 30 people. 

Solsiden Bobilpark – Caravan Parking

With 20 pitches, modern facilities and a short distance to the town centre, the Caravan Park Solsiden is an ideal base for your holiday along the Vestfold coast.

Solsiden Bobilpark is located in one of Vestfold’s most charming summer towns and is well suited for those seeking a calm and convenient place to stay. Here, you can experience Stavern from your own motorhome, with the sea, town centre and a variety of restaurants and attractions close by.

The motorhome park is within walking distance of Stavern centre, Fredriksvern Fortress and the scenic coastal path.

Facilities
Pitches with electricity and modern facilities. Service building with WC and showers.
Waste and septic disposal available.

Booking
Book your stay directly at solsidenstavern.no.

Feumer – Restaurant & vinbar

A modern and relaxed bistro.

Feumer offers the very best flavours from both sea and land. At the heart of the kitchen is the Josper grill, serving premium seafood, carefully selected meat dishes, and flavourful vegetarian options.

Throughout the year, you can visit the wine bar — whether you want to explore new wines or enjoy an old favourite. In a warm and informal atmosphere, the wine experience takes centre stage, with a carefully curated selection ranging from classic wine regions to newer producers and styles.

The wine bar is an integrated part of the restaurant, while also functioning as a destination in its own right. Perfect for a glass before dinner or a long evening in good company. The wine bar is walk-in only.

The Kitchen close at 10pm. The Wine Bar is open until late Fridays and Saturdays.

Feumer also hosts events and wine tastings.

Grytebakke Gård

Visit Grytebakke Farm – a day the kids won’t want to leave!
A real farm experience awaits where children can get close to the animals – for real. Meet everything from small Dexter cows and cuddly goats to mini pigs, llamas and horses, while enjoying nature and life in the countryside.

Open Farm – last Sunday of every month
On the last Sunday of each month, the farm opens its gates for a fun-filled day for the whole family:
– horse riding and jumping in the hay
– tractor and hay wagon rides
– playtime in the “Super Forest” with zipline and climbing areas
– farm café and simple refreshments

Learning through experiences
Grytebakke is also an “Inn på tunet” (Green Care) farm, where children learn through interacting with animals and taking part in simple farm activities. The focus is on achievement, safety and joy. The farm also welcomes kindergartens, school classes and youth groups.

Perfect for birthdays and groups
A children’s birthday party at Grytebakke is an experience in itself. Children can meet the animals, go riding, play in the forest and gather for food in the barbecue hut. Everything is organised, yet still informal and authentic. A farm birthday is an experience children will remember.

Courses, meetings and team building
The farm also caters for all types of groups and company events in a unique countryside setting. Meetings can be combined with activities such as:
– Super Forest Challenge
– practical team tasks
– woodworking courses or farm activities

An informal arena that creates team spirit and memorable experiences – also suitable for families and groups of friends.

For enquiries regarding birthdays, venue rental and summer camp, please contact:
anna@grytebakkegaard.no
Phone: +47 95 96 78 51