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Bare Beppe Café and Bakery

Bare Beppe is located in Kongens gate, next to Byparken in the centre of Sandefjord. The café combines its own bakery and patisserie with lunch service, offering baked goods, cakes and food prepared on site.

Its location by the park makes it an easy stop between shopping, city life and other experiences in central Sandefjord. When the weather allows, there is also outdoor seating overlooking Byparken.

Bare Beppe also offers catering and pre-orders, while the selection and availability may vary. Check Bare Beppe’s own channels for the latest information before your visit.

Storås ski facilities

The ski facilities are open for everyone.

It is possible to reach by Stokke Ravei with parking, or take the 01 Bus and stop at Granerødveien.

Path with streetlights 4,2 km.

The Storås round is perfect for families, the path is 7 km and is recommended for everyone! A nice and calm trip with some hills up and down.

The Fokserød round is the long family trip, it goes though Vestergården and towards Fokserød. A nice trip with some steep hills.

The facilities are developed and driven by volunteers of Stokke ILs ski-group.

Look at www.Skisporet.no to see how the paths looks.

3 Lykter Nightclub

3 Lykter is located at Scandic Park Sandefjord, close to the waterfront promenade and a short walk from the town centre. The nightclub features a dance floor, a bar and DJs playing music into the evening.

Music and dancing at 3 Lykter
Weekend nights at 3 Lykter have traditionally been about music, dancing and meeting friends. It has been a place to head after dinner in town or gather with friends for a night on the dance floor.

Opening hours and visiting information
3 Lykter has previously opened at weekends and closed during summer. Current opening hours and club nights have not been confirmed.

Contact Scandic Park Sandefjord on +47 33 44 74 00 for information about opening hours, age restrictions and admission.

Coastal trails in Stokke

Along Vestfjorden in Stokke, in the northern part of Sandefjord Municipality, marked coastal trails pass through woodland, past beaches and alongside small bays. The trail network runs from the border with Tønsberg via Brunstad and Melsomvik towards Vårnes. You can choose a shorter section by the water or follow the separate circular walk from Bogen to Sundåsen.

From the municipal border to Brunstad
In the northern part of the network, the coastal trails pass Olsåsen and Rossnesodden before reaching Brunstad. Here, the route alternates between local roads, woodland and recreation areas near the shore. Rossnesodden and Brunstad provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the waterside setting. This northern section is listed as approximately seven kilometres, including associated circular trails. Consult the map to select your preferred route.

From Brunstad to Melsomvik
Approximately 3.4 kilometres of marked coastal trail connect Brunstad and Melsomvik.
The route passes through varied woodland and coastal terrain. Near Trælsodden, you will find historical remains dating from different periods, including the Second World War. Around Melsomvik, Sandbånn and Leidangen offer grassy recreation areas and sandy beaches where you can stop for a break. Sandbånn also has areas for play and outdoor activities, making it a useful place to pause during a family outing.

From Melsomvik towards Vårnes
The next marked section runs approximately 2.7 kilometres from Melsomvik via Solnes towards Vårnes. Parts of the route cross uneven woodland terrain, with slopes and steps in places. Choose your path carefully if you prefer an easier walk. At Vårnes, there is a coastal recreation area with a bathing spot and places to stop beside the water.

A circular walk from Bogen to Sundåsen
For a separate circular route, follow the approximately 3-kilometre marked trail from Bogen quay to Sundåsen. The walk leads through woodland towards the hilltop, where you can enjoy views across the fjord and find traces of historic coastal defences. From Sundåsen, continue back towards Bogen. You can also enjoy the beach and waterfront at Bogen without completing the entire loop.

Choose a section that suits you
Some parts of the coastal trail network follow established paths suitable for pushchairs. Other sections cross uneven woodland, roots, stones and steeper ground. The entire network has not been verified as accessible for wheelchairs, pushchairs or bicycles. Sandefjord Municipality's map uses solid lines for marked paths suitable for pushchairs and dashed lines for routes across natural terrain. Walking conditions vary with the weather and season. Wet leaves, rocks and roots may be slippery, so wear appropriate footwear.

Explore more of the Vestfjorden coast
If you would like to combine your walk with a swim, see Beaches in Sandefjord, including bathing areas around Vårnes, Brunstad and Melsomvik. For another experience by the water, discover the sauna in Melsomvik, which has its own booking arrangements and visitor rules. For more ideas, explore Hiking and coastal trails in Vestfold.

Plan your visit

The Stokke coastal trails follow Vestfjorden from the Tønsberg municipal boundary via Brunstad and Melsomvik to Vårnes. Bogen has a separate circular walk to Sundåsen.

Distance and route options
Sandefjord Municipality lists 11.1 km of continuous coastal trail. Published sections include approximately 7 km in the north including loops, 3.4 km from Brunstad to Melsomvik, and 2.7 km from Melsomvik to Vårnes. The Bogen–Sundåsen circular route is approximately 3 km. Use the map to select your route; the exact length of a single end-to-end walk requires clarification.

Trailheads and parking
Several starting points are available, including Brunstad, Melsomvik, Vårnes and Bogen. Parking areas are signposted from road 303. Check the location and conditions for your chosen trailhead.

Terrain and accessibility
Some sections use broad walking paths suitable for pushchairs, while others cross uneven woodland with roots, rocks, inclines and steps. On the municipal map, solid lines indicate pushchair-friendly marked paths and dashed lines indicate natural trails. Wheelchair accessibility has not been verified for the entire network.

Good to know
Arrange return transport for point-to-point walks. Some bathing areas have summer-only toilets. Follow waymarks, respect nature and historic remains, and take your litter home. Check current fire regulations before using designated fire or barbecue areas.

View trail maps and route information →

The burial mounds of Fevang

The Burial Mounds of Fevang are part of a historic cultural landscape north of Sandefjord. Hidden among the beech trees on the Vestfold ridge, this ancient burial ground contains surviving graves and traces of farming from the Iron Age. Burial mounds, stone cairns and old field boundaries tell the story of people who lived and were buried here over a period of more than a thousand years.

A burial ground with over a thousand years of history
Fevang was an important settlement area long before modern roads were built. The ridge offered fertile farmland and served as a natural route through Vestfold. Farms and burial grounds developed here from around the beginning of the first millennium AD until the introduction of Christianity.

When archaeologist Nicolay Nicolaysen investigated the area in the 19th century, he discovered an extraordinary variety of burial monuments. These included burial mounds, stone cairns and standing stones arranged in different shapes and groups.
One of the most remarkable discoveries was a gold pendant known as a berlokk, found in a woman's grave dating from AD 0–400. The grave also contained gold beads, blue glass beads and bronze brooches. These objects offer a glimpse into the lives of people of high status during the early Iron Age.

Discover the ancient landscape
There may once have been several hundred burial monuments at Fevang. Many disappeared as the land was cultivated or altered, but a surviving burial ground in the beech woodland has been preserved and made accessible to visitors.
As you explore the area, look for more than the burial mounds. Small piles of cleared stones, old stone walls and traces of cultivated fields reveal how people once farmed this landscape. Some features are easy to spot, while others are low, overgrown and almost hidden among the trees.

Explore more of Vestfold's ancient history
For another fascinating Iron Age site, visit the Istrehågan burial ground, where standing stones form ships and circles. You can also discover the Gokstad Mound in Sandefjord, where the famous Gokstad Viking ship was excavated in 1880. For a longer historical journey, follow the Viking Trail through Vestfold and explore burial sites and other remarkable traces of the region's past.

Practical information
The burial ground is located at Fevang in Sandefjord municipality. The woodland heritage site has been prepared for visitors wishing to explore the area independently. The site is in wooded terrain, and some archaeological features are low and covered by vegetation. Please respect the ancient burial monuments and surrounding landscape. Do not move stones or disturb the ground.

Arnadal Church

Arnadal Church is located at Fossnes in Sandefjord municipality. Built in 1882, this traditional wooden church was designed by architect Johannes Henrik Nissen and has served the local community for more than 140 years. Inside, visitors can discover an altarpiece painted by Otto Valstad and decorative textiles based on designs by artist Hans Gerhard Sørensen.

A wooden church dating from 1882
Construction of Arnadal Church began in the summer of 1880 on land belonging to the Fossnes farm. The new church was built close to its predecessor, which remained standing until the new building was ready for use. The church was consecrated on 26 April 1882 by Bishop Essendrop. Its architecture follows the traditional Norwegian long-church layout, with timber walls, a tower at the western end and a rectangular chancel. During the 1950s, the church underwent extensive restoration work and was rededicated in the autumn of 1956.

Historic artwork and textiles
The church interior contains several interesting examples of art and craftsmanship. The altarpiece depicts Jesus walking with two disciples. It was painted by Norwegian artist Otto Valstad as a copy of a work by Danish painter Anton Dorph. Decorative knotted textiles based on designs by artist Hans Gerhard Sørensen hang along the interior walls. The church also has an organ built by Hammarberg in Gothenburg in 1980, replacing an earlier instrument that had been damaged.

Why was it once called Arendal Church?
Arnadal Church was originally known as Arendal Church. The name was changed in 1952 to avoid confusion with the town of Arendal in southern Norway. The change took place during the period of extensive restoration work.

Discover more historic churches in Vestfold
Combine your visit with Andebu Church, a medieval stone church dating from the 12th century. You can also explore Høyjord Stave Church, Vestfold's only surviving stave church. For more inspiration, see the guide to churches in Sandefjord.

Practical information
Arnadal Church is located at Vennerødveien 13, 3158 Andebu, near Fossnes in Sandefjord municipality. The church remains an active place of worship. Regular sightseeing hours have not been confirmed, so visitors wishing to see the interior should contact the parish in advance.

Parking and toilet facilities are listed for the church, but their current availability and accessibility should be confirmed before visiting. The church is surrounded by an active cemetery. Please respect the grounds and any religious services or ceremonies taking place.

Visit the official Arnadal Church page (in Norwegian) for contact information and visiting arrangements.

Skjee Church

Skjee church is located in Stokke in Sandefjord municipality. Several changes have been made to the church over the years. Among other things, the church was expanded in both width and length during a major rebuild in 1846.

Inside the church there are 320 seats.

Outside the church there is a cemetery, which is located on both sides of the county road.

Andebu Church

Andebu Church in Sandefjord municipality is a Romanesque stone church dating from the 12th century. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary and St Nicholas, the church has served its local community for more than 800 years. Its medieval architecture, carved Renaissance furnishings and historic religious artwork make it an interesting part of Vestfold's cultural heritage.

A medieval church with centuries of history
Andebu Church was built in the 12th century as a Romanesque stone church. Its rectangular nave and smaller, narrower chancel reflect the architectural traditions of the period. The porch and sacristy were added later. Following the Reformation, the church fell into disrepair. Extensive restoration work took place during the 17th century, including the installation of larger windows and a roof turret. The turret was destroyed during a severe storm and replaced in 1701. Today, Andebu Church remains an active parish church, used for worship and religious ceremonies.

Historic carvings and religious artwork
The interior contains several important works of art and craftsmanship. Both the pulpit and altarpiece date from around 1650 and feature biblical scenes and carved decoration associated with the regional Jarlsberg Renaissance style. The altarpiece includes a depiction of the Crucifixion. The Gothic-style baptismal font, carved from soapstone, survives from the Middle Ages and is one of the church's oldest furnishings. Another remarkable artwork is a Last Supper painting dating from 1569, associated with the Dutch painter Pieter Aertsen. The painting has significant art-historical value and has undergone conservation work by the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research. The church also has an organ built in the Netherlands in 2008.

Discover more historic churches in Vestfold
Combine your visit with Høyjord Stave Church, Vestfold's only surviving stave church. You can also explore the churches of Sandefjord, including other historic buildings with medieval origins.

Practical information
Andebu Church is located along Håskenveien in Andebu, Sandefjord municipality. The church remains an active place of worship and does not have confirmed regular sightseeing hours. Visitors wishing to see the interior should contact the parish in advance or check for public services and events. The building is surrounded by an active cemetery. Please respect the grounds and any religious ceremonies taking place.

For information about visiting arrangements, events and accessibility, see the official parish website (in Norwegian).

Kodal Church

Kodal Church is a protected long church of stone and timber in the Romanesque style.

After years of decay, in 1691 the church got a new nave in timber as a result of the establishment of the Countship of Jarlsberg. 100 years later, the church inherited the altarpiece from 1634 when Sandar church was demolished, which during modernization in 1854 ended up in the artist's home of the painter Otto Valsta, today the Asker museum.

Today's altarpiece is from 1781.

The church received its first organ in 1893, while new clocks from Nauen Klokkestøperi were installed in 1919.

The church has 225 seats.

Art for All in the World

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.