by: Sandefjord

Sandefjord Church

The original church where Sandefjord church stands today was a small, white wooden church from 1872. It was destroyed in the town fire in 1900, along with large parts of the city center in general. After the fire, today's Sandefjord church was built in brick, and was completed in 1903.

The interior of the church has subsequently been significantly renewed. The altarpiece was made in 1963 by Dagfinn Werenskiold, and consists of 17 fields roughly carved in mahogany. It is of considerable size and contains scenes from the life of Jesus.

Sandefjord Church is known for its good acoustics, and a number of concerts are organized both during the day and in the evening.

The carillon in Sandefjord Church is computer-controlled, and is of international standard. It plays every hour during the day.

The church is only open in connection with church activities and announced events, as well as Wednesdays in the summer.

The church has 600 seats.

The Whale catcher Southern Actor

"Southern Actor" was built i 1950 for Sevilla Whaling Co. Ltd which was managed by Chr. Salvesen & Co., Scotland. The funnel still carries Salvesens colours. The whale catcher was brought to Sandefjord in 1989 and has undergone extensive restoration with former whalers having made an active contribution. It is fully operative with its original steam engine intact. Southern Actor is the only whale catcher from the Modern Whaling Epoch still found in original working order.

Sandefjord Swimming Pool

The swimming pool in Bugården has something to offer for everybody. The main pool is 2500 square metres and has 8 tracks of 25m with a temperature of about 27C.

In addition there is a section for diving, and a warm-water pool which holds a temperature of about 34C.

There is also a gym and solarium in addition to a 55m water-slide and a climbing wall.

For opening hours, please see www.sandefjord.kommune.no.

You will also find a cafeteria where you can buy refreshments.
Ticket-sale ends 45min before the pool closes.

People who cannot swim must be accompanied by grown-ups.

The Whaling Museum

A BLUE WHALE HANGING FROM THE CEILING
The museum’s original building from 1917 houses a zoological exhibition with stuffed animals from the polar regions. The main attraction is the large
model of a blue whale hanging from the ceiling.

«WE WERE OUT TO GET WHALES»
This exhibition focuses on themes such as Norwegian discoveries and presence in the Antarctic, cultural meetings in the context of the whaling industry, family life and gender roles. The exhibition is largely based on the museum’s collections, as well as material on loan.

THE MUSEUM SHIP «SOUTHERN ACTOR»
«Southern Actor» was whaling in the Antarctic until 1962. You can go aboard during the summer season. Visit the exhibition about «Southern Actor» at the museum!

Groups
Guided tours for groups can be booked all year.

Unike Midtåsen

Spend the night at Midtåsen

Experience the golden age and live like Anders Jahre, or what it was like to live at Downton Abbey?

To stay at Midtåsen, you have to rent out the whole house, which will give you access to all 5 double rooms and 2 single rooms.
Breakfast will be served at the time and place you like. 

You have to choose one of the menus for dinner, and the management will take you to the wine cellar to choose wine from some of the 1.500 bottles that is there.

The lounge can be used freely before and after dinner, for drinks or aperitifs, and after dinner you can enjoy your coffee in one of the rooms or down in the famous bodega (the wine cellar).

You can freely choose which bedroom you want to spend the night in. Some rooms are kept exactly the same as in the 1930s to 1950s. All rooms have their own bathroom and dressing room, and you can choose between these different rooms: Anders Jahre’s room, Bess Jahre’s room, The green guest room, The royal suite, The maid’s room (S) , The Butler’s Room (S) or the Onassis Suite itself.

The price is NOK 20.000 for accommodation with breakfast included (total for 1 or all rooms). In addition, you must order food and beverages on site (it is unfortunately not possible to bring your own drinks).

For further information and booking please call Unike Hoteller CEO Morten Christensen on mobile at +47 917 282 43

Engøy Gjestegård

Engøy Gjestegård has double rooms and single rooms for rent in the restored brewery house from the beginning of the 18th century. The inside has been refurbished and you get to experience the history of the building. 

Kristin Havsjømoen and Tom Aarøe are the owners and hosts of Engøy Gjestegård.

History
There have been people living in the area since the Viking Age. The farm has a history as far back as the 17th century and was the ideal farm close to the ocean. Those who lived here in acient times had their work on the farm, they went on fishingtrips and several worked as skippers on sailboats. 

On Mølleråsen, a short walk from the farm you will find the farm's mill, wich was set up in the early 1800s, and was probably one of thef first in Sandefjord. From Mølleråsen there are great views to the south and the large foundation stones are still there with their history. On a path below the mill there are also foundation bricks for the mill boy's house. 

Accommodation
x Double and single rooms.
x Bathroomwith lovely views.
x Accesstoliving room,kitchenand patio.
x Free parking.
x Free WiFi.
x Farmshop wih the possibility of purchasing some basic goods. 

Vøra Camping

Camping season open during the summer. Rent cabin and apartments all year round.

Perfect hiking and fishing opportunities. Outdoor playground, Kiosk, beach kitchen.

The camping offers modern toilets, showers, handicap room, nursery, laundry room and a communal kitchen space. Dump station available.

In addition to space for motorhomes, caravans and tents, Vøra Camping also have 48 beds divided between cabins and apartments, with a high standard.

Motorhome rental
Want to try real camping life without your own caravan or motorhome? Bring a toothbrush, some clothes, food and a good mood, and Vøra will take care of the rest. Vøra camping has 3 motorhomes for rent. More info at the website.

Sleep in a hammock!
Rent a hammock for the night for NOK. 100, –

Cabins and apartments – year-round rental
Large cabin is 70 squaremeters and has a terrace of 30 squaremeters, situated approximately 60 meters from the water. The cabin contains 3 bedrooms with 5 beds, and there are possibilities for up to 2 extra beds. New, tiled bathroom with heated floor. Kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave oven and dishwasher. In addition: washing machine, tumble dryer, TV.

Cabin 1 and 2: combined kitchen and living room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, a terrace with furniture. Sunny location.

Cabin 3: simple, with 1 room and 4 beds, mini kitchen and terrace with furniture. sunny location.

Apartment 1, 2 and 3: combined living room and mini kitchen, 1 bedroom with 4 beds, bathroom and terrace with furniture. Good standard

Apartment 4 and 5: combined living room and kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and terrace with furniture. High standard. Not far from the beach.

All the cabins and apartments is equipped with duvet, pillows, saucepan, cutlery, coffee maker and a TV.

Activities
In addition to being such a popular and great beach, the area offers different activities for younger and older visitors. Build a sandcastle, fish for crabs, beach volleyball and beach football. It’s possible to rent kayacks and paddleboard. Playground for the kids. During the summer the camping will invite to different activities through their reception and on the campings website and facebook.

Vøra is perfect for kayaking, fishing, biking and hiking. The coastal path is right by. Ask the reception for tips and advice.
You can rent kayak and SUP from Vøra Camping.

Asnes Camping

4 km from Sandefjord town center, and 15 km from Torp Sandefjord airport.

Asnes camping has nice swimming possibilities.

The campsite is located at the back of the beaches.

Kiosk, restroom and pier. 

Cottage with 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Terrace with great view and location. Bed linen can be rented.

The campsite is run by Sandefjord Camping AS, which also operates Vøra Camping.

See prices on their website (Norwegian).

Bogen

The "Kystled-huts" consists of a network of accommodation along the coast in the Oslo Fjord for people traveling on foot, or by rowing and sailing boat. The aim of the coastal route is to disseminate coastal culture and to provide information about nature and outdoor life.

The coastal hut is open to the public. There are coastal leaders in several places in the country.

STABBURET in Bogen
Child-friendly beach and play area. The cabin is connected to Bogen Artist Workshops, which is a historic property worthy of protection, originally built as a shipowner's home in the 18th century. It has also been a bus station, poorhouse and old people's home.

Season from April to September.