by: Sandefjord

The Deer Farm

The farm offers Hjortegårdens hjortepølse, hjortesalami, deer meat and homemade flatbread.

Hjortegården is located with a short distance from the E18, close to Borgeskogen in a rural setting on a small hill with a view of forests, fields and meadows. The garden is approx. 4 acres. From the garden you can sit down and enjoy the view of the deers and plants. It is possible to buy meat products and home-baked flatbread from the farm. For ordering meat contact Knut on tel. +47 90153940.

Hjortegården also hosts Nortrip – an experience guide for motorhome travelers.

Hjortehagen offers open farm and visitor garden!

Badstua i Melsomvik

In Melsomvik’s sauna, you can enjoy both winter bathing and a warm sauna experience all year round!

The sauna opened on February 7, 2022, and is the result of a community effort and a joint fundraising campaign by Melsomvik Vel, Nmu, local residents, and other generous donors.

The sauna can be rented for a 2-hour session. During that time, you’re responsible for heating it up, enjoying your session, and tidying up afterward. Payment is made via Vipps.

Remember to bring:
– A towel to sit on
– Swimwear
– 3 liters of fresh water (only fresh water must be used!)
– Firewood (approx. 8 logs for 2 hours)
– Fire starters, matches
– Drinking water

Important: You must be at least 18 years old to book the sauna. Younger guests are welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult over 18.

Sauna Rules
– Only fresh water may be used on the stove and in the water tank. Never use salt water!
– The tank must always be at least half full
– Always sit on a towel
– Keep the sauna clean and treat it with care
– Avoid drinks that may stain
– Shoes and boots must be left outside

Booking
Once you book, you’ll receive a text message with a Vipps number – simply pay the amount via Vipps. Trust is key. Feel free to pay more if you’d like to support the sauna!

Book your session via Melsomvik Vel here!

The sauna is cleaned once a week.

Strand

Experiences
The coastal path that leads you further beyond Østerøya is only a short walk away from Strand. It takes you all the way to Tønsberg Tønne in the far south of the island. The area has fantastic seaview, and is a protected nature reserve with rare trees and plants.

Mefjorden between Østerøya and Vesterøya is perfect for beach trips by canoe or boat.

About 10 minutes walk from Strand you will find the nice beach Skjellvika.

Canoe rentals
9 canoes for rental.

Fly Chicken

The restaurant has plenty of space and seatings.

The menu consists of fried chicken served in creative combinations; wings and thighs, fried-chicken burgers and specialties such as the fried-chicken croissant «Fly Mandy». In addition, you will find several varieties of "loaded fries" and a large selection of the house dips and hot sauces.

Parking just outside the door, make it easy to grab a bite to eat in the restaurant or pick up take away. If you want to order the food in advance, it can be done easily on the website.

Fly Chicken also has several restaurants around the country.

Bayer Street Event

Bayer Street Event facilitates all types of events. Large groups, conferences and events. Simple day events, mingle events, strategy gatherings and management groups. Wherever you want, but in Vestfold they convey great local knowledge and give you small, local stories included. 

Through a network of partners, everything from text, graphic design, photo and video to conference streaming, technical equipment and event management can be delivered.

With extensive experience from international tourism and top football as ballast, Bayer Street Event also works with Sports Travel Management and incoming in Norway for foreign customers.

 

 

10-toppsturen Sandefjord

In total, you walk approx. 800 meters in altitude on the trip. On the trip, you will get a fantastic view of the city, the fjord and the surrounding landscape.

Duration: The tour takes 5-6 hours plus breaks.
Difficulty: Medium

The 10 peaks

Preståsen 44 m.a.s.l
Fjellvikåsen 91 m.a.s.l
Varden 105 m.a.s.l
Gjekstadåsen 75 m.a.s.l
Frebergåsen 55 m.a.s.l
Bygdeborgen på Unneberg 116 m.a.s.l
Hjertås 148 m.a.s.l
Mokollen 107 m.a.s.l
Midtås 94 m.a.s.l
Mølleråsen 71 m.a.s.l

If you don't want to do the whole 10-peak tour, you can do the 4-peak tour. The trip is approx. 7 km and takes 3-4 hours plus breaks. The trip goes to Mokollen, Midtåsen, Mølleråsen and Preståsen.

Sykkeltur Oslo – Sandefjord

The route starts in Oslo and goes along bike-friendly roads through Asker and Bærum to Drammen, and further south in a flat and bicycle-friendly landscape through Vestfold. The tour offers varied landscapes in easy terrain. Ride through beautiful cultural landscapes with plenty of great swimming spots along the way. Included in the price are 3 night at a hotel w/breakfast, infomaterial, directions and Merlot GPS map. 

Day by day

Day 1 Oslo – Drammen 48 km

The route goes on a bike path parallel to the E18 to Lysaker. From there you follow National Cycle Route 1 via small roads to Bærum and on to Nesbru and Asker center. From asker the route goes to Lier and further along Drammenselva. The hotel is located close to the train station. It is possible to take the train from Asker to Drammen if you want to avoid hills over Liertoppen.

Day 2 Drammen – Horten 50 km

Here the route follows the cycle path along Drammenselva and continoues up light slopes towards Sande. The pier in Holmestrand is well suited for a lunch break with views of the fjord and marina. Further south you follow small roads towards Horten. Here it is recommended to take a walk in the area around the old navy base Karljohansvern. The area offers historical experiences in scenic surroundings. Today's best swimming spots can be found at Holm in Sandebukta and Hagermannsparken in Holmestrand.

Day 3 Horten – Sandefjord 55 km

The last day of cycling starts with following National cycle path 1 out of Horten on forest trails towards Åsgårdstrand. You will pass Midgard Vikingsenter where you can take a closer look at the life of the Vikings in Vestfold. The center constantly has exciting new exhibitions, which illustrate various aspects of Viking history. The center is located by the beautiful Borrehaugene, which is one of Norway's most important national cultural monuments. Be sure to visit the magnificent Guild Hall – a reconstruction of one of the Vikings' great banqueting halls. In Åsgårdstrand you ride past Edvard Munch's house, which is often open to visitors. Furthermore, a cycle path is followed along the coast towards Tønsberg. At Skallevollstranda it is nice to go for a swim.

In the center of Tønsberg you have the opportunity to visit Haugar Vestfold Art Museum where you can, among other things, see Andy Warhol's tribute to Munch. Make a stop at Vikingodden on the dock in Tønsberg and see the replicas of the Vikingships: Oseberg ship and the Klåstad ship. On weekends, there are skilled guides in place who tell about Vestfold's Viking history. The route continues through Stokke municipality and the idyllic melsomvik, with good swimming spots along the way. The further journey passes the Gokstad Ship's burial ground. before arriving in Sandefjord. Hereyou can visit Hvalfangsmuseet – the national and international knowledge and activity center for whale and whaling history. Dinner can be enjoyed on the edge of the pier, for example at Brygga 11, Geir Skeie to enjoy some delicious seafood.

Day 4 – Sandefjord

Home travel day. After breakfast at the hotel, the program is over. Take the bike on the train back to Oslo, or continue exploring Vestfold. Take a ferry from Engø boat harbor via Veierland to Tenvik on Nøtterøy. Veierland is a charming car-free island that is explored on foot or by bike. After arriving in Tenvik you can ride your bake to the magnificent The World's End for magical nature experiences and a bite to eat. 

 

Period: Every day from May 15 to August 3, 2020.
Price: NOK 1.750,-
For more information and to book your tour, contact Merlot Travels. 

Bybadet i Sandefjord – Strømbadet

Sandefjord's city bath "Strømbadet" opened in the summer of 2020. 

The bath is located on the left of "hesteskoens" (horse shoe) left pier on Hjernesstranda.

Service building with toilets, showers and laundry room for washing and drying clothes.

During periods of prolonged or heavy rainfall, there may be transient poor bath water quality surrounding Strømbadet. This will be warned with red light upon arrival at the area. Swimming is not recommended when the red light is present. 

You will find a large parking lot at the junction Sandefjordsveien – Strandpromenaden.

Kajakkpadling.no – Padleglede med Tine Raisbæk

The archipelago in Vestfold is fantastic, and is perhaps best experienced from kayaking. Kajakkpadling.no offers short introductory courses, educational basic courses and technique courses or a guided tours. Enjoy Færder National Park, experience Norway's oldest city from the water, the summer on Tjøme, check out the car-free island Veierland or all the way to the End of the World. 

Security and mastery are key words for the experiences. With many different kayaks, there is definitely one that suits you. You do not need any equipment. Kajakkpadling.no also offer separate courses for children and larger groups in collaboration with several skilled instructors. 

The premises are at Tenvik on Nøtterøy, but Kajakkpadling.no offers activities all the way between Kragerø to Holmestrand. Færder National Park, Tjøme, Veierland, Sandefjord, Holmestrand, Nevlunghavn and Helgeroa are their favorites, but are also happy to visit your place on request. 

Open all year by appointment, many regular courses and guided tours during the summer season and some through the winter. All equipment is included, including dry suits for winter paddling.

Ice skating rink in Sandefjord

The ice skating rink in Thor Dahls gate in Sandefjord is open from november till the last of march. The ice is affected by the weather and after much rain and snow some time must be calculated to re-establish the ice. The ice skating rink is free to use, and you must bring your own skates. You can also borrow skates from Sandefjord frivilligsentral, BUA. 

You are not allowed to bring a puck or a hockeystick on the ice.