Conference / event
– Large conference / meeting room for up to 200 people
– Room with fireplace for up to 65 people
– Dining room with seating for 110 people
– Several smaller meeting rooms and living rooms
– Modern sound, light and projector
– Wireless network with good capacity
by: Sandefjord
Bicycle routes in Sandefjord
The national coastal route no. 1 along the coast and the regional route no. 24 to Larvik also both pass through Sandefjord and offer beautiful natural scenery.
In addition there are 3 local routes:
-Torp Tour (18 km)
-Goksjø Tour (16,6 km)
-Marum Tour (13,3 km)
Håndverkeren Kaffebrenneri
Håndverkeren Kaffebrenneri is located at Kongens gate 17 in central Sandefjord. This family-run café has its own coffee roastery and serves freshly roasted coffee, cakes, pastries and lunch dishes. Enjoy a cup of coffee inside the café or find a seat in the green courtyard.
Coffee and Food
Coffee takes centre stage at Håndverkeren. The small on-site roastery produces a selection of coffees with different flavours and aromas, and you can buy freshly roasted coffee beans to take home.
The menu includes espresso, cappuccino and other hot and cold coffee drinks, along with tea, smoothies and hot chocolate. The café also serves cakes, pastries, salads and a selection of toasted sandwiches.
Courtyard and Ice Cream Bar
The courtyard offers seating surrounded by palm trees, flowers and string lights. Take a break from exploring Sandefjord and enjoy coffee or a light meal outdoors.
At the back of the courtyard, you'll find Iskrembaren, a seasonal ice cream bar serving scoops of ice cream and soft serve. A stop for both children and adults looking for a cool treat during summer.
Cakes and Meeting Catering
Håndverkeren also takes orders for cakes and food for meetings and events. Options include salads, filled rolls and wraps. Orders can be placed through the coffee roastery's website.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 07:30–17:00.
Saturday: 09:00–16:00.
Sunday: 10:00–16:00.
The ice cream bar is open seasonally. Visit Håndverkeren's website for seasonal dates and any changes to opening hours.
Brygga 11, Geir Skeie
Brygga 11 is a seafood restaurant on the waterfront in Sandefjord, serving fresh fish and shellfish supplied by Brødrene Berggren, the fishmonger located next door. Seasonal ingredients and simple, carefully prepared seafood are at the heart of the menu, from oysters and freshly cooked prawns to fish soup and multi-course dinners. The relaxed setting makes it suitable for both a casual meal and a longer evening by the harbour.
Fresh seafood from next door
The menu changes with the seasons and the availability of fresh seafood. Dishes include oysters, mussels, Skagerrak prawns, fish soup and fish and chips. The selection varies throughout the year, reflecting the ingredients available to the kitchen. For a longer dining experience, guests can choose the evening set menu with three or four courses selected by the kitchen. Visit the restaurant's website for current dishes, prices and allergen information.
Katrine Borg Skeie and Geir Skeie
Brygga 11 is owned by Katrine Borg Skeie and Geir Skeie. Katrine is the general manager and a chef, while Geir is co-owner. Geir won Bocuse d’Or Europe in 2008 and the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon in 2009.
Together, they have developed a restaurant concept focused on fresh ingredients and seafood, served in a relaxed waterfront setting.
For children, groups and private events
Brygga 11 has a separate children's menu featuring dishes such as fish cakes, fish soup and fish and chips. Smaller portions of dishes from the regular menu are also available.
The restaurant welcomes both small and larger groups, offering dedicated group menus and dining arrangements tailored to the occasion. Group dinners must be booked in advance.
Opening hours and reservations
Brygga 11 normally serves dinner from Tuesday to Saturday. The restaurant lists opening from 5 pm Tuesday to Friday and from 3 pm on Saturdays. It is closed on Mondays and Sundays. The last table seating is listed as 9 pm.
Tables can be reserved through the restaurant's website. For groups and private events, contact Brygga 11 on +47 95 55 91 91 or at post@brygga11.no. Check the restaurant's website for current opening hours and any changes to its dining services.
Park Hotel
Scandic Park Sandefjord offers locations particularly suited to ceremonies and gatherings such as wedding, anniversary or company party up to 1200 people.
You can choose from a number of halls and living rooms that have in common that they form a stylish frame when something should be celebrated.
The hotel chefs offer an interesting cuisine served in historic surroundings.
Contact +47 33 44 74 00
Folehavna Fort
Folehavna Fort is located at the southern tip of Vesterøya, outside Sandefjord. Walk among the remains of gun positions, bunkers and trenches from the Second World War, then continue towards the open coastal rocks overlooking the Skagerrak. Today, the former military site is an outdoor recreation area where coastal scenery and local history come together. The grounds can be visited independently throughout the year, with free access. Some of the terrain around the old military installations is uneven.
Explore the remains of the coastal fort
Follow the road from the parking area towards Folehavna and the fort at the end of the headland. The route passes through green surroundings before opening up towards the sea. Across the site, you can see traces of its military past. Old gun emplacements, concrete structures and trenches reveal how the coastline was defended during the Second World War. Some installations are partly hidden among trees and rocks. Take time to notice their positions in the landscape, overlooking the entrance to the Oslofjord.
A fort built in 1941
German occupying forces established the fort in May 1941. Known to the Germans as Vesterøen, it formed part of the coastal defence system in Norway. By the end of the war, the fort had four larger field guns, along with anti-aircraft and anti-tank weapons. The site also included bunkers, trenches, tunnels and other military installations. After the war, much of the area was taken over by the Norwegian Coastal Artillery. The fort was modernised in 1957 and remained in military use until 1993. Today, the surviving structures tell the story of both the occupation and the later Norwegian military presence.
Sea views from the tip of Vesterøya
Beyond the fortifications, the landscape opens into smooth coastal rocks and low rocky hills overlooking the sea. On a clear day, you can see towards Hvaler to the east and Svenner Lighthouse and the coastline to the west. Bring a drink and find a sheltered place to enjoy the view. The headland is also a good place to watch boats passing offshore. The exposed location can be windy, and coastal rocks may become slippery in wet weather. Choose your route according to the conditions.
Combine your visit with a coastal walk
Folehavna is part of the coastal trail on Vesterøya. The Vesterøya coastal trail network includes around 25 kilometres of marked walking routes. You do not need to walk the entire network to visit the fort. Explore the paths nearby or make the fort part of a longer walk through woodland, across rocky slopes and beside small bays. Just before the fort lies Folehavna, the sandy cove that gave the area its name. It makes a pleasant stop on a summer day.
Stay safe around the old military structures
Folehavna is a former military site with concrete installations, trenches and remains of underground tunnels. Stay in safe, open areas. Do not enter bunkers or tunnels unless they are clearly designated and secured for visitors. Take particular care near steep slopes and old structures. Wear suitable footwear, bring clothing for changing weather and keep a map available on your phone. The headland is exposed, even when conditions are calm in central Sandefjord.
Metro bowling
At Metro bowling in Sandefjord, you can get together with family, friends or colleagues for a game on the lanes. It's not just about scoring a strike, but also about all those attempts that don't quite go according to plan.
Bowling for all ages
Metro has bowling lanes with equipment that makes it easier for children and visitors who need additional assistance to join in. Beginners and experienced players can therefore enjoy a game together. You don't need any previous bowling experience. Challenge each other, keep score and perhaps discover who in the family has a hidden competitive streak.
A social activity for the whole group
Bowling is a great choice for a family afternoon, an evening with friends or a get-together with colleagues. Metro also offers children's birthday parties with bowling as the main activity. Birthday packages include food, drinks and a dedicated space for the celebration. Parties must be booked in advance.
Combine bowling with food and other activities
Your visit doesn't have to end when the bowling game is over. Metro Sandefjord also offers billiards, laser tag and an indoor play centre. The restaurant and sports bar provide somewhere to sit down for food or drinks. It's an easy way to combine activities and a meal under one roof.
Plan your visit
Metro bowling is located at Hinderveien 8 in Pindsle, approximately three kilometres from Sandefjord town centre. Bowling and billiards are normally open from 11 am to 11 pm Sunday to Thursday, and from 11 am to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Opening hours may vary on public holidays. Visit the Metro Sandefjord website for current prices, availability and booking.
Good to know before your visit
- Bowling is suitable for beginners and experienced players alike.
- Assistance equipment is available for children and visitors who need additional support.
- Bowling shoe hire is included in standard game prices.
- Booking a lane in advance is recommended if you want to play at a particular time.
- Family bowling is a separate walk-in offer that must be arranged before playing.
Practical information
- Address: Hinderveien 8, 3223 Sandefjord.
- Bowling and billiards have separate opening hours from the indoor play centre.
- An 18+ age restriction applies to walk-in activities after 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Children's bowling parties must be booked at least two days in advance.
- Prices vary depending on the time, number of games and ticket type.
- Check Metro Sandefjord's website for current opening hours, prices and booking.
Midtåsen Sculpture park
Midtåsen Sculpture Park is located in the historic grounds of the Midtåsen estate in Sandefjord. Here you can discover 16 sculptures by Norwegian artist Knut Steen, with twelve marble sculptures displayed inside the pavilion and four bronze sculptures placed outdoors. Large glass windows bring natural light into the building, creating a beautiful connection between the artwork, architecture and views towards the Sandefjord Fjord. Admission is free, and the pavilion is open throughout the year.
Discover Knut Steen's sculptures
Inside the sculpture pavilion, twelve marble sculptures are displayed in a bright exhibition space. Knut Steen (1924–2011) was a Norwegian sculptor known for his work in marble and bronze, often exploring the human figure and movement. You can walk among the sculptures and explore their shapes, surfaces and details. Natural light entering through the large windows changes the appearance of the artworks throughout the day. Four bronze sculptures are displayed outdoors in the landscaped grounds. Take time to explore the area surrounding the pavilion and discover how the sculptures interact with the natural setting.
Architecture inspired by the surroundings
The sculpture pavilion was designed by architect Svein Lund in collaboration with landscape architect Gullik Gulliksen. Built using glass and concrete, the pavilion features large windows overlooking the surrounding woodland and fjord landscape. The design allows daylight to become part of the artistic experience, while the landscape provides a natural backdrop for the sculptures. The pavilion is an attraction in its own right, appealing to visitors interested in both art and architecture.
Combine art with a walk through the gardens
Midtåsen Sculpture Park is located on the estate of Midtåsen – Anders Jahre's Villa, built in 1933 for shipping magnate Anders Jahre and his wife Bess. The historic grounds feature mature oak trees, landscaped terraces, walking paths and viewpoints overlooking Sandefjord. Combine your visit to the sculpture pavilion with a stroll through the gardens or relax on a bench and enjoy the scenery. The villa itself can be visited on guided tours on selected dates. Tours have separate admission arrangements and prices. To see another major work by Knut Steen, visit the Whaling Monument near Sandefjord harbour. This large bronze sculpture is one of the artist's best-known public works.
Plan your visit
Midtåsen Sculpture Park is located in the grounds of the Midtåsen estate at Midtåsveien 2A in Sandefjord, Norway. The indoor sculpture pavilion is open daily throughout the year from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission is free, and no advance booking is required. The surrounding landscaped grounds are also open to the public. Facilities include benches, marked walking trails, toilets and parking.
Parking is available near the villa grounds. Please note that the estate has terraces, steps and paths with varying surfaces. Visitors requiring step-free access should confirm accessibility within the pavilion and along the paths before visiting. Visit the Sandefjord Municipality website for current opening hours and visitor information.
Sandefjord Golfclub
Head to Sandefjord Golf Club near Marumskogen, approximately five kilometres from central Sandefjord. Enjoy an 18-hole parkland and woodland course featuring water hazards, large greens and attractive natural surroundings.
An 18-hole course with varied challenges
The course winds through relatively flat countryside, with woodland, ponds and streams. Water comes into play on eight holes, while the large, undulating greens offer plenty of challenges for your short game. Opened in 2009 and designed by golf course architect Peter Chamberlain, the course combines open fairways with holes that reward accuracy and careful shot selection.
Practise your swing or try golf for the first time
Near the clubhouse, you'll find a large driving range, putting green and dedicated practice areas for chipping and bunker shots. Want to try golf without playing a full round? The six-hole short course is free and open to everyone, including non-members. Holes range from 33 to 82 metres, and clubs may be borrowed by arrangement with the club.
Golf lessons and facilities
If you're new to golf, Sandefjord Golf Club offers the beginner course Veien til golf (Pathway to Golf), covering basic techniques, rules and course safety. Individual coaching sessions are also available. Facilities include a pro shop, kiosk and golf buggy rental.
For more places to play, explore golf and minigolf in Vestfold.
Plan your visit
Sandefjord Golf Club is located at Furustadlia 14, approximately five kilometres from central Sandefjord. Book a tee time in advance for the 18-hole course. Green fees vary depending on the season and applicable discount arrangements. Golf buggies are available to hire, and special rates may apply to eligible visiting golfers.
The free six-hole short course is located near the entrance to the main course and is open to non-members. Course availability depends on the season and playing conditions. Check current course status, tee times and green fees before visiting.
Check course conditions, green fees and bookings at Sandefjord Golf Club.
Vy-Train
Some of the greatest landscape of Norway can be enjoyed from the train and you do not have to hassle with trafic by driving yourself. Vy's trains passes some of the most beautiful, wildest and most untouched nature in Norway.
The railwaystation is located at the end of Sandefjords mainstreet Jernbanealléen, with the whaling monument at the other end of the street. The station offers a kiosk, lockers for storage, and also a waiting area with toilets.
For reservation, information and inspiration, visit the Vy website: www.vy.no or call directly 815 00 888. You can also buy your ticket on the ticket machine at the station or Narvesen kiosk.