Beach Arkiver

Hvittensand Beach

Hvittensand used to be one of the most popular swimming spots in the Larviksfjord, and has been for several generations. The reason is the large amounts of white, fine sand in beautiful dunes that stretched far out into the fjord and turned into an impressive beach paradise – and then it's no wonder that Hvittensand has been named one of Norway's finest beaches. Hvittensand has been laid up by Lågen over the past 5,000 years.

Be warned

There is a warning against swimming on the river side due to the current and variable depth conditions. Swimming in the wrong place can be dangerous, so be careful!

Partially destroyed by the port facility

Today, what used to be a bustling beach life in the summer is almost gone. This is due to the expansion of the ferry and container port at Revet on the opposite side of the estuary, where large quantities of rock have been added to the area and caused the water to rise into Hvittensand.

The beach areas vary from year to year

The beach line also changes naturally from year to year. At most, it could be up to about 300 meters long and the beach area up to about ten metres.

Hiking trail close by

The coastal path between Østre Halsen and Gon passes the swimming area.

Facilities 

There are rubbish bins on the beach, and along the coastal path there are also a toilet. Not accessible for wheelchair users.

Location: Inner on the east side of Larviksfjorden, Larvik municipality, Vestfold.

Access: Follow the coastal path. Not accessible to the disabled.

Gon Beach

Beautiful bathing resort
Gonstranda (The Gon Beach) is a beautiful seaside resort in Gonsbukta on the eastern side of Larviksfjorden. Here you will find both nice sandy beach, green grassy areas and smooth seashore rocks to climb.

Facilities
There is a dive board on the rocks (3 meters) and a swim raft in the sea. Gonstranda has both toilets and garbage dumps, and on the camping site you will find a kiosk when the sunny weather gives you cravings for an ice cream or a refreshing soda.

Naverfjord beaches

The Naverfjord is located along the Brunlanes coast and has 1.5 km of beautiful beaches. The coastal path from Rakke towards Nevlunghavn passes by all the beaches.

Here they are listed:

Stolpestadstranda

Somewhat rocky and medium shallow sandy beach.

Anvikstranda

Great rocky cliffs and small sandy beaches. Family friendly. The Anvikstranda campsite is also located here. Anvikstranda is located in the middle between the larger swimming areas Stolpestad and Kjærstranda – in practice these 3 swimming areas are connected and form one beautiful beach.

Kjærstranda

Medium shallow, child-friendly sandy beach. Fine sand and 200 meters long. Good facilities.

Lydhusstranda

Narrow and shallow sandy beach with a bathing jetty. Good facilities.

Fristranda

Free for camping units – hence the name Fristranda (The Free beach). Fine sand.

Kolbensrødstranda

Shallow sandy beach.

Streteresstranda

Shallow and beautiful sandy beach.

Nalumstranda

This is an exceptionally shallow beach. The beach area itself on land can have a lot of dry debris and grass, and is not the most suitable place to lie down – but the shallow beach out towards the horizon is worth experiencing.

Beaches in Sandefjord

There are child-friendly shallow beaches, beaches with campgrounds and more secluded beaches.

Strømbadet, Sandefjord's town bath. Opened in 2020. Floating jetty for sea bathing in the harbour. Access from Hjertnesstranda (Sandefjordsveien 7) across the street of Scandic Park Hotel. Parking. Heavy rain can cause overflow discharges in the area around the bathing facility. Such discharges will result in temporary poor bathing water quality. Watch for possible red light on arrival.

Asnes, Vesterøya – 5 km from town center (bus 168 or 170)
Here you have several small south-facing beaches, beautiful cliffs and gras area. Camping, kiosk and toilet facilities open May 1st – September 1st.

Flautangen, Østerøya – 9 km from town center(bus 162)
Here you will find both a sandy beach, pebble beach and rocks, and there are toilets, a fireplace and excellent fishing spots. Arrival: Take Road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs to Østerøya. After approx. 5 km turn left and follow the sign to Flautangen. There is a path to the beach.

Goksjø – 7 km from town center (Bus 150)
Fresh water with grass slope down towards the water. There is a swimming jetty and float. Arrival: Follow Road 305 from Sandefjord to Andebu. After passing the highway E-18, turn left onto Semsbakken after approx. 800 meters.

Granholmen – 5 km from town center (bus 01, 161)
Small beach, gras area and rocks. Camping, kiosk and toilet facilities open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: Follow Road 303 towards Larvik. Turn left approx. 5 km from the town center. Follow signs to Granholmen.

Grubesand, Vesterøya – 9 km from town center (bus 168)
Quiet, east-facing sandy beach with 100 meters sand and rolling stones in the end. Good hiking paths along the coast. Good fishing spots and toilets. Arrival: From the town center run follow the signs to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 7 km (past Langeby camping) and then take left on Auveveien.

Korsvik, Vesterøya – 5 km from town center (bus 168 or 170)
Child-friendly sandy and gravel beach with a pine forest in the back. Arrival: From the town center, follow the signs to Vesterøya and turn in on Veløyveien. The beach is by the road.

Langeby, Vesterøya – 7 km from town center (bus 168)
Child-friendly sandy beach with some rocks and good diving spots. Camping, shop and toilet facilities are open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: From the town center follow the sign to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 7 km. Langeby is just off the road.

Skjellvika, Østerøya – 5,5 km from town center
Very child-friendly, sandy beach. Path along the foot of the mountains in the north. Kiosk and toilet facilities. Arrival: Take road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs to Østerøya. After approx. 3 km turn left on Østerøyveien by Søndre Sunde on Skjellvikaveien.

Truber and Yxney, Østerøya – 12 km from town center (bus 162)
Large area with both beaches and rocks. The sandy beach on Truber are most popular. Toilets at Truber. Arrival: Take road 303 towards Stokke. Follow signs towards Østerøya. Approx. 7 km after you've passed the sign "Østerøya" turn left (signposted).

Vøra, Vesterøya – 9 km from town center (bus 168)
Child-friendly sandy beach. Camping, shop, beach volleyball court and toilet facilities are open May 1st – September 1st. Arrival: From the town center follow the signs to Vesterøya. Follow Vesterøyveien approx. 8 km. The campsite is situated by the road.

Beaches for persons with disabilities: Granhomen, Lahelle, Langeby, Nord Trubervika, Tangen, Vøra and Bogen.

See www.sandefjord.kommune.no for details about how they are adapted.

Ringshaug Beach

Grassy slopes and shallow waters makes this beach very attractive for both young and old.

With a floating bridge, volleyball net, kiosk and WC, this beach is one of the most popular beaches for the locals in the Oslofjord. The beach is also well-equipped for the disabled.

There are great parking possibilities for both cars and bikes.

Furustrand Camping is close nearby.

Ringshaugstranda has the Blue Flag marking – which is an exclusive distinction awarded to approximately 4,500 beaches and marinas in 46 countries. Blue flag means that the beach offers a high level in terms of both environment, safety, service and water quality. You can read more at http://www.blueflag.org or http://www.fee.no.

Beaches in Færder

NØTTERØY

Rosanes (Teie)

Fjærholmen/Dunholmen (Føynland)

Fjærholmen is a beautiful beach on the eastern side of Nøtterøy. Fjærholmen consists of both sandy beach, rock faces and a large grassy area. It has a bathing shower for the disabled, a large kiosk and WC with showers which makes this an attractive place for camping guests. There are also good opportunities for playing volleyball and dive from both the regular pier and floating dock.

Fjærholmen has a large parking lot.

Access: From Tønsberg, follow the signs towards Nøtterøy. When you pass the canal bridge, go straight ahead at the roundabout and keep the left field. Follow the road that turns left. After about 2 km, there is a road to Husøy and Foynland. From there is the sign to Fjærholmen Camping.

Verdun (Knarberg)
Ulvøtangen (Knarberg)
Sparrønningen (Arås)
Stranda (Torød)
Storbadern (Movik).
Presthella og Ropern (Kjøpmannskjær)
Fuglevika (Kjøpmannskjær)
Tenvik og Søndre Tenvik
Holmen
Ørastranda
Søndre Hella
Prestodden (Hella)
Tørkopp og Vangen (Vestskogen)
Munkholmen (Munkerekka)
Kjølholmen (Veierland)
Hverveodden (Veierland)
Kongshavn (Veierland)
Tangen (Veierland)

TJØME

Fynsletta (Hvasser)
Lilleskagen (Hvasser)
Verdens ende, Tjøme
Moutmarka
Bekkevika
Regnbuen (Ormelet)
Svelvikstranda
Grimestad

Mostranda
With its two sandy beaches and many rocky surfaces, is one of the most popular bathing areas at Tjøme. The campsite located right on the beach provides access to a kiosk and WC with a shower. Although it may blow a lot on Tjøme, you can always find shelter by the big and smooth rocks. The beach is located on the southwest side of Tjøme, 5 km from Tjøme City Center in the direction of Verdens Ende / The World's End.
Access: From Helgerødveien; turn right to Mostranda and Mostranda Camping. Parking facilities either at the campsite or 200 meters ahead.

Ula Beach

The beach is in the heart of a small bay protected from the wild ocean. It has fine shallow sandy beaches surrounded by smooth rocks in the archipelago of Skagerrak.

In the old days Ula was an important harbor and fishing port. The sea outside of Ula can be tough, so the well-known lodesman Ulabrand safeguarded many sailors here. There is a stone monument of Ulabrand at the top of the mountain hill by the harbor. From this spot, you will experience an extraordinary view, so don't miss it when you get here. Today, Ula is a popular holiday resort with many cabins and a charming marina. The coastal trail passes by and makes it a great place for hiking. There's a kiosk, trash cans and a swimming raft. Toilets at the camping area.

To get there by car, follow Rv303/Tjøllingveien to Ulaveien. Signs to Ula. Parking at the end of the road.