by: Sandefjord

Sandefjord Swimming Pool

Located in Bugårdsparken in Sandefjord, Sandefjord Swimming Pool offers swimming, water activities and relaxation. Swim a few lengths in the main pool, enjoy the waterslide or take a dip in the warm-water pool. There's also a separate paddling pool for younger children.

Swimming pools, waterslide and diving
The 25-metre main pool has eight swimming lanes and a water temperature of 28°C. The warm-water pool is heated to 34°C, making it a comfortable option for a more leisurely swim. For a little more excitement, try the 55-metre waterslide or the diving area with boards at 1, 3 and 5 metres. The centre also has saunas in the men's and women's changing rooms, a gym and a café.

Fitness and water activities
The swimming pool offers instructor-led aqua aerobics and water jogging on selected weekdays. No advance booking is required; you only pay the regular admission fee. Sandefjord Swimming Club also provides swimming lessons at various levels.

More activities in Bugårdsparken
If you'd like to combine swimming with other activities, Bugården Ice Hall is right next door. You can also explore Bugårdsparken, with its green spaces and sports facilities.

Plan your visit
Sandefjord Swimming Pool is located in Bugårdsparken, with free parking nearby. Children who cannot swim must be accompanied in the water by someone over 16. Children visiting on their own must be able to swim at least 25 metres and manage independently in the changing rooms. Swimming sessions are limited to one hour, and ticket sales close 45 minutes before closing time. Opening hours and prices may vary, particularly during school holidays and events.

Check the latest opening hours, admission prices and pool rules on Sandefjord municipality's website before visiting.

The Whaling Museum

The Whaling Museum in central Sandefjord explores the history of whaling, wildlife in the polar regions and the people who worked in an industry that played a major role in the town's development. Discover a life-size blue whale model, animals from the Arctic and Antarctic, and stories behind Norwegian whaling.

A blue whale suspended from the ceiling
In the museum's original building from 1917, a life-size blue whale model hangs from the ceiling, giving visitors of all ages a sense of the enormous scale of the world's largest animal. Surrounding the whale is a zoological exhibition featuring preserved animals and birds from the polar regions. Here, you can get a closer look at species adapted to some of the world's harshest climates.

The people behind the whaling industry
The permanent exhibition We Went Whaling explores whaling history from different perspectives. Photographs, films, objects and archival material tell the stories of Norwegian expeditions to Antarctica, encounters between cultures and the people who worked in the whaling industry. The exhibition also explores how whaling affected families back home. While many men spent months away at sea, everyday life continued in Sandefjord. Whaling created jobs and income, but also led to severe declines in whale populations and difficult conditions for many of those working in the industry.

Step aboard a historic whale catcher
Want to see what a working whale catcher looked like? During the summer, you can visit Southern Actor, moored at Museumsbrygga when available to visitors. Built in 1950, Southern Actor still has its original steam engine. On board, you can discover more about the vessel, working conditions and the technology used during the industrial whaling era. The ship has its own visitor season and may be away on other assignments. Check availability before planning your visit.

Explore more of Sandefjord's history
Whaling has left a lasting mark on Sandefjord. After visiting the museum, continue towards the harbour to see the Whaling Monument by Norwegian sculptor Knut Steen. Depicting whalers in an open boat, the sculpture is a reminder of the industry that helped shape the town's history and identity.

Plan your visit
The Whaling Museum is located at Museumsgaten 39 in central Sandefjord. During the low season, from 12 October, the museum is normally open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm. During the high season, from 1 June to 31 August, it is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm. Monday opening also applies during selected school holidays. Hours may vary around seasonal changes and public holidays.

Admission prices vary by season, and children aged six and under enter free of charge. Guided tours for groups can be booked in advance. The museum has a lift, a wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible toilets. Parking is available nearby, and the museum is within walking distance of Sandefjord railway station.

Check current opening hours, admission prices and events at the Whaling Museum.

 

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.

Caravansite by the harbour in Sandefjord

Sandefjord Motorhome Park has access from both the Strandpromenaden and Sandefjordsveien, and is located right by the sea and Sandefjord's new bathing facility. There are 13-14 places with power, filling options for water, emptying station for septic and rubbish, and a petrol station with long opening hours. Brand new sanitary facility with WC / shower and washing machine right next door. 

There is only a few minutes walk to shops, restaurants and Sandefjord town center. The ferry terminal for Color Line is only 300m from Sandefjord Motorhome Park. Across the road you will also find a swimming pool and shower at Scandic Park Sandefjord.

Payment is made on Vipps, or credit card on arrival. Drop-in only, no pre-booking is possible.

Sandefjord environment marina

Sandefjord Miljø Marina (environment marina) has about 30 guest berths.

The port is located in a green park with several options for activities. Skateboard Court, close to the city center. 

This is the port for those looking for a quieter place in a green environment. The port also includes an environmental brew with opportunities for bunkers and water and septic drainage facilities.