The Aarholt-tunet Gjestegård has space for your own thoughts, good conversations, magical moments or simply childish wonder.
In the summer Aarholt Farm invites families to a week full of activities. Experience cutting the sheeps, baking bread, climbing, singing, snuggle with the bunnies, picking eggs from the hens and telling each other good stories. In the winter, couples are invited to couple-courses.
At Bugården Ice Rink in Sandefjord's Bugårdsparken, children and adults can enjoy time on the ice. Whether you're learning to skate or simply enjoying a leisurely session, the rink offers a 30 × 60 metre ice surface with free admission during public skating hours.
Skating with and without hockey sticks
The rink has separate sessions for skating with and without hockey sticks and pucks, allowing visitors to enjoy different activities on the ice. Helmets are mandatory for everyone. If you don't have your own skates, rentals are available when the kiosk is open. Equipment can also be borrowed free of charge from BUA.
More activities in Bugårdsparken
If you'd like to combine skating with other activities, Sandefjord Swimming Pool is right next door. You can also explore Bugårdsparken, with its sports facilities and green spaces. For more family-friendly ideas, see Visit Vestfold's guide to indoor activities for children in Sandefjord.
Plan your visit
Bugården Ice Rink is located at Stadionveien 13, next to Sandefjord Swimming Pool. Free parking is available just below the rink. Opening hours vary throughout the season and may change during events and public holidays. Skate rental is available when the kiosk is open. Check the latest opening hours and practical information from Sandefjord municipality before visiting.
De grønne turene, meaning the Green Hiking Trails, is an annual programme featuring ten marked walks across Sandefjord municipality. Discover new forest trails, viewpoints and rural landscapes in Andebu, Høyjord, Kodal, Stokke and Sandefjord. The routes change each year, offering residents and visitors new places to explore.
Ten trails – new experiences every year
The walks take you through varied scenery, including woodland, hills, farmland and places of local historical interest. Some routes are relatively easy, while others feature steep climbs and more demanding terrain. Choose the walks that suit your interests and experience. Each route has its own starting point, map and description. During the hiking season, the trails are marked with yellow ribbons, with route information displayed at the starting points.
Discover Sandefjord on foot
The Green Hiking Trails offer a chance to discover places you might otherwise miss. Enjoy peaceful forests, scenic viewpoints and insights into the area's natural and cultural heritage. Established in 1993, the programme is organised through cooperation between volunteers, landowners, local associations and Sandefjord Municipality. Several routes feature visitor books and letter codes. Complete at least seven of the ten trails and you may enter the municipality's annual prize draw by submitting your codes according to the current rules.
More hiking opportunities in Sandefjord
For a longer challenge, try the 10-Peak Hike in Sandefjord, a circular route across ten hilltops around the town. You can also explore the coastal path on Vesterøya and Folehavna, with woodland trails, rocky shores and coastal views. For more hiking suggestions and organised outdoor activities, visit DNT Sandefjord.
Plan your hike
The Green Hiking Trails are normally marked from the last Sunday in April until 15 September. Each year, Sandefjord Municipality publishes new maps and route descriptions showing starting points, parking, distances and estimated walking times.
Most routes follow natural terrain. Trails may be wet after rain, and vegetation can become overgrown during summer. Wear suitable walking shoes, bring a route map and choose a walk that matches your experience.
Use designated parking areas, respect landowners and follow the trail markers. Outside the official season, ribbons may have been removed, and some routes may no longer be suitable for following.
The 2026 hiking season has ended. Check the latest route information before planning your next walk.
Find updated maps, route descriptions and seasonal information from Sandefjord Municipality.
Planning a celebration with family, friends or colleagues? Brødrene Berggren, based on the waterfront in Sandefjord, prepares seafood catering for private gatherings and other events. Choose from shellfish platters, fish soups and seafood buffets for a birthday, family celebration or company event.
Seafood for your celebration
Havets bord is a seafood spread featuring freshly cooked prawns, Norway lobster, crab and mussels, served with sauces and bread. Shellfish boxes and prawn boxes are also available for smaller or more informal gatherings. For a larger celebration, choose a seafood buffet with dishes such as cured salmon, smoked salmon, trout and traditional pickled herring. Brødrene Berggren also prepares herring buffets and hot dishes including fish soup and bacalao.
Seafood traditions in Sandefjord
Brødrene Berggren has been trading seafood since 1911. The company operates fish landing facilities in Sandefjord, Hvasser and Stavern, along with its own smokehouse and delicatessen kitchen. Traditional recipes are used to prepare fish cakes, fish pudding and herring specialities.
Many of these products are also part of its catering range. You can enquire about a tailored menu if your event calls for something different.
Ordering and collection
Seafood catering can be ordered through Brødrene Berggren's online shop, where you can view dishes, prices, quantities and accompaniments. For special requests or dietary requirements, send an enquiry directly to the team.
Brødrene Berggren is located at Brygga 11 in Sandefjord. For order deadlines, collection times and delivery enquiries, call +47 33 48 30 40 or email post@brodreneberggren.no. Arrange the details well before your event.
Stokke Bygdetun offers two venues for meetings and parties for up to 60 people. Up to 60 people in the barn and 30 people in Bryggerhuset.
Prices and more info on the website!
For reservations and questions, please contact Stokke Bygdetun by e-mail: post@stokkebygdetun.no
For other questions, contact Signe Elise Hultgren by e-mail or phone +47 950 11 845 during office hours.
Stolpejakt is a non-profit association that will contribute to increased physical activity among people, an offer that will activate both young and old; inactive people, school students, cyclists, disabled people and wheelchair users – or those who simply want to get to know the city and district better.
The kayaks are rented out with vests and fiberglass veins.
The kayaks are in different weight classes and sizes of the brand Prijon; Seayak 500 LV, Seayak 520 HV and Kodiak models.
If you would like to rent kayaks for several days please contact Vøra Camping for price.
Maritime courses for sailing and boat driver licences. Sail On also offers rental of sailboats, sails and rib. Team building for companies through sailing, rib and water sports activities.
Sail On uses the entire outer Oslofjord and Vestfold's beautiful archipelago for activities, in cooperation with several other actors to be able to deliver courses and events of high quality.
Life is an adventure, make sure you find the time to enjoy it!
Bare Beppe Café and Bakery offers catering to all occations, and accepts orders for both traditional cakes and design cakes.
In the heart of Sandefjord, Restaurant Hotel Kong Carl welcomes guests to one of the town's historic hotels, with roots dating back to 1690. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, from generously topped open sandwiches to traditional fish and meat dishes and homemade desserts. Both hotel guests and other visitors are welcome to enjoy a meal in the hotel's characterful surroundings.
Lunch and dinner
For lunch, choose from dishes such as open prawn sandwiches with hand-peeled prawns, Norwegian beef patty sandwiches or salmon served with traditional Sandefjord butter sauce. In the evening, the à la carte menu features classics such as beef bourguignon, pan-fried cod and other hearty dishes. Homemade caramel pudding is among the desserts. The menu changes throughout the year, so check the hotel's website for current dishes and prices.
A hotel with history
Hotel Kong Carl has been part of Sandefjord's history for centuries. Alongside regular restaurant service, the hotel hosts special dining experiences, including Sunday dinners and seasonal celebrations. Several function rooms are available for family gatherings, weddings, meetings and other occasions. Contact the hotel for group menus and arrangements.
Opening hours and reservations
The restaurant serves lunch and à la carte dishes daily, with separate serving hours for each meal. To enquire about a table, call Hotel Kong Carl on +47 33 46 31 17. Current menus and serving hours are available on the hotel's website.