by: Larvik & Stavern

Kur Sauna – Karistranda

At Karistranda in Larvik harbour, you can relax in a sauna overlooking Larviksfjord. The sea is just a few steps away, making it easy to cool off with a refreshing dip between sauna sessions.

A preheated sauna by the fjord
The electrically heated sauna accommodates eight people and is ready when you arrive. There's no need to bring firewood or light the stove. KUR Sauna takes care of heating and general cleaning. The sauna is available all year round, whether you're looking for a peaceful break by the sea or want to experience the contrast between a warm sauna and cool fjord water.

Built in collaboration with local students
The sauna at Karistranda was built in collaboration with students from Thor Heyerdahl Upper Secondary School in Larvik, giving this waterfront sauna a distinctive local connection.

Discover more saunas in Larvik
For more sauna experiences along the coast, discover KUR Sauna at Bjønnesstranda, overlooking Viksfjord, or KUR Sauna at Ula, located by the waterfront in Ula. You can find more options in Visit Vestfold's guide to saunas in Larvik.

Plan your visit
KUR Sauna is located at Karistranda in Larvik harbour, Havnegata 5, close to Larvik town centre. Advance booking is required. Check current availability, prices and booking conditions directly with the operator. Check availability and book KUR Sauna at Karistranda.

What to bring
  • Swimwear
  • A towel to sit on
  • Drinking water
Important to know
  • The sauna accommodates eight people and is preheated before arrival.
  • The sauna is available year-round. Check booking times and conditions with KUR Sauna.
  • Check the weather and swimming conditions before entering the sea.
  • Avoid swimming alone, especially in cold water.
  • Follow the operator's current sauna rules.

Restaurant Vadskjæret

The taste of Larvik! Restaurant by the waterfront, featuring seasonal menus and local ingredients.

Restaurant Vadskjæret is located by the waterfront in Larvik and offers French-inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting with views of the sea. The restaurant opened in the summer of 2021 and has since become a gathering place for both local guests and visitors throughout the year. During the summer season, guests can enjoy outdoor seating on the restaurant’s large waterfront terrace.

Menu
Vadskjæret is a brasserie focused on locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus. The dishes are inspired by French cuisine, combined with local flavors and regional produce. The menu changes throughout the year and includes both lunch and dinner options adapted to the season.
The restaurant aims to provide a relaxed and accessible dining experience, whether you stop by for a quick lunch, dinner with friends, or simply to enjoy an evening by the sea.

View the menu selection here.

Opening Hours
The restaurant is open from Thursday to Sunday.
Table reservations are recommended.

Events and Private Functions
Restaurant Vadskjæret also offers facilities for various events and private functions, including weddings, anniversaries, confirmations, and corporate events. It is also possible to rent the entire restaurant for events with a capacity of up to 120 guests.

Roa Mikrobakeri

Roa Mikrobakeri is a family-run artisan bakery located on the first floor of Søndersrød Tunet in Helgeroa, near Larvik. The bakery specialises in sourdough bread, sweet pastries and cakes, using traditional baking methods, long fermentation times and stoneground flour from local mills. Each loaf is shaped by hand and given time to develop its flavour and texture.

Bread and Sweet Pastries
The bakery offers sourdough bread with a moist crumb and a dark crust, alongside cinnamon buns, cardamom buns and other sweet treats. The selection varies, with baked goods produced in small batches.
Roa Mikrobakeri also makes cakes for special occasions and offers gluten-free options by arrangement.

Local Craftsmanship
The bakery is run by Stian and Anne Marie Sletsjø, who focus on quality ingredients and traditional baking techniques. Flour is sourced from local producers, including Kvelde Mølle, and the sourdough bread undergoes a slow fermentation process before baking.
When surplus baked goods are available, they are placed on a shelf near the bakery entrance, where customers can pay using Vipps, Norway's mobile payment service.

Opening Hours and Orders
Roa Mikrobakeri updates its opening hours weekly. Bread, pastries and cakes can also be ordered by contacting the bakery.

Follow Roa Mikrobakeri on Instagram for current opening hours, available baked goods and weekly specials.