by: Tønsberg & Færder

Tandem jump with Skydive Tønsberg

Try a tandem skydive!

Skydive Tønsberg's tandem instructors are among the most excperienced in Norway, and will safely take you through the skydive. From 4.000 meters you will get approx 40 seconds of free fall before the instructor releases the parachute around 1.500 meters above the ground. During the five minute canopy ride you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Oslo fjord, the islands and the surroundigs of Jarlsberg airport. 

Skydive Tønsberg 4-6 days a week, located at Jarlsberg airport right by E18 outside Tønsberg. The season for skydiving is from the end of April to the middle of October.

Visit www.skydivetonsberg.no 

Tønsberg P-hus

Max height 195 cm.

Easy and safe parking system by AUTOPAY. 

Payment
The parking garage has AUTOPAY, means that there are cameras that read your car sign on arrival and departure, with different payment options:

1) Pay by creditcard on departure – you must enter your car registration number.

2) Pay online within 48 hours.

3) Sign up for automatic credit card withdrawal.  Sign up here.

​​​​​4) Invoice by mail for parked time + invoice service fee

5) Easypark App code / zone number for parking in Tønsberg P-hus 8307

You can also rent a parking lot every day, all day.

Coastal trail in Moutmarka

Moutmarka 3km from Skåebukta to Mostranda.

Parking at the World End. Follow the fence north, west in Skåeveien, across the field and through the gate. Marked trail to Mostranda. Return the same way or follow Moveien to the walkway along Helgerødveien and back.

Map at Færder Municipality.

bare barista coffee shop

Do you want a double espresso? Your own kind of latte? Or todays perfectly brewed coffee? bare barista got you covered. You can also buy coffee beans in bulk and get the beans grinded the way you want them.

You’ll find the coffee shop in a backyard, protected against rain and wind, warmed by the sun and to the sound of bird song. At lunch times it's a good idea to get there early: the backyard gets full quickly. If there is no room for you in the backyard, don't worry, just walk out the door and take a right. Here you’ll find cosy sofas and tables for you and your friends. Bring a book, or use the space as you office. There is free WiFi.

Sea-Rafting

The owner and captain have unique knowledge of the archipelago and the national park, he is also a certified guide in the area.

Guided tours with a certified guide
Lighthouse safari
Island hopping

Guide i Vestfold – Tom Ludwigsen

Tom Ludwigsen is an authorized guide in Færder National Park and a dedicated guide at Olsen Nauen Bellfoundry.

Norwegian and English language.

City walks in Tønsberg
– Along Brygga
– Slottsfjell Museum / Vestfoldtunet / Slottsfjellet
– Venerable buildings
– Haugar / Vestfold Art Museum
– Cosy alleys
– Svend Foyn
– Nordbyen
– Fjerdingen
– Grevestien to Gullkronene Nature Reserve
– Graabroder’n on Graabrødre road and the monestary ruins
​​​​​​- The monestary ruins in Tønsberg/Færder Library

City walks in Sandefjord
– Anders Jahres Midtåsen with sculpture park and Steen pavilion
– Viking Park
– Whaler's Monument
– The Whaling Museum
– The whaling boat Southern Actor
– Sandefjord Bathhouse
– Fea Bolt
– Berg road's hidden treasures

Bus tours
– Tønsberg
– Nøtterøy
– Tjøme
– Bolærne
– Færder National Park
– The World's End
– National Park Centre
– The Viking Trail
– Mølen
– Borre mounds / Midgard / Gildehallen
– Oseberg mound
– Gokstad mound
– The Heimdal discovery
– Kaupang
– Olsen Nauen Bellfoundry
– Munchs House / Munch park
– The Norwegian Naval Museum
– Preus Photo Museum
– Automobile Museum
– Vallø, including manor
– Salt Works
– Batteriodden

Eidene

Eidene has 550 acres of land in scenic surroundings, with the forest, the beach, rocky mountains and docks nearby.

In addition to good food and good facilities, Eidene can offer activities that everyone can participate in. You get to decide – the combination of having fun together and moving boundaries makes for memorable experiences.

After the activities you can, for example, end it all in Eidenes Viking house in the forest. You can have dinner around the fireplace. The perfect atmosphere for good conversation, good food and drinks.

You can also enjoy dinner on the beach during the summer season. Either way, Eidene will make sure you have a memorable day!

Eidene has a wide range of activities that can be customized and organized for any group. They use the forest for many of their activities; collaborative exercises such as the quiz trail, the Bermuda Triangle, the Balance Sheet and the obstacle course, competitive activities such as air rifle, ax throw and super sprayed. The Eidene also has activities on the beach and canoes, rowing boats or boat trips if the weather allows it.

You can also take part in the Witch Jump – a rope path 12 meters above the ground, or hike on the many trails in the forest, canyons and at rocky mountains. This, and much more you can experience at Eidene!

Get in touch and Eidene will make you a program with the appropriate combinations whether you want excitement and challenges, or team building. All activities are adapted to each group and size.

The Red Cross Centers, Eidene is owned by the Norwegian Red Cross, and has an important social responsibility. You contribute to the humanitary work when you book your visit to Eidene.

Vestfold Kunstsenter

Vestfold Art Center with various exhibitions within contemporary visual arts and handicrafts. The art center has between 6 and 10 different exhibitions during the year. You can see among other things, ceramic art, textile art, video art, performance art, drawing and installation depending on which artist or artists are shown. 

During the normal opening hours, there will always be an employee present who can provide additional information about the art. 

 

The Viking Ship Saga Oseberg

Viking Group activities 10 – 300 people

As a crew on board the Viking ship, Saga Oseberg, you can learn more about the Viking era. Meet the "Høvedsmann" (skipper) on the pier. After a small rowing-course, you will learn the words, expressions and rules on board. Then the group are ready for rowing the Tønsberg harbor and historic areas to Vestfjorden. Hear the exciting story of the Viking era, the Oseberg find, the Oseberg ship and the Oseberg women, and the construction of Saga Oseberg. Maybe there will be a rowing contest?

For large groups Saga Oseberg can be combined with smaller Viking boats and activities at Vikingodden.

Tailored programs for each group.

Holt Farm

Holt Gård is located in Undrumsdal, 10-12 minutes drive both from Horten and Tønsberg. The farm produce organic food, such as vegetables, eggs, milk and meat, as well as some fruit and berries for juices and jams. The farm has varied opening hours through the year.  

OPEN FARM
Open farm with café in Bryggerhuset. In the cafe you can buy freshly made baked goods, pizza and ice-cream (in season). Holt Gård serve mainly organic and self-produced food. See opening hours. 

At the farm you can enjoy the farm life, visit the animals, jump in the hay and maybe go horseback riding.

GROUPS & MEETINGS
Holt Gård is availiable for groups who want to experience the life on the farm, or for celebrations throughout the year. Each season offers different activities and experiences. 

Holt Gård can accommodate up to 65 people for celebrations in Bryggerhuset, and up to 25 people in the cafe. Bryggerhuset is suitable for meetings of up to 50 people. Read more at Holt Gård's website, and contact the hosts for a successful meeting.