You can start at Falkensten in Horten, follow the marked forest road and path up to Slettefjell – with perhaps Vestfold's most beautiful view of Breiangen, then follow the path down to Frebergsvik.
From here you can continue up the Frebergkastet where there is a barbecue area and a barbecue hut.
If you continue on the north path you will reach Sandsletta where there is a large beach, a hut and campsite before you arrive at the boat dock at Snekkestad.
From Snekkestad you can choose to continue towards Ruseberget and the lighthouse at Mulodden, back via Garnbakken and to the parking lot in Mulvika – or if you want to walk the path over Pollåsen directly to Mulvika.
From here, the coastal path continues along a paved footpath to Hagemannsparken and further round Hydro to Holmestrand town center, along the pier where the coastal path now follows the closed railway track between Holmestrand and Sande.
About 1.6 km north of Holmestrand near Tvillingbru, a new picnic area with playground, campfire and gapahuk has been established.
Further north there are several detours to historical tours, including Rambergklova to Olav Duun's house, Angers Klev which further leads into Botnemarka and Hilmar's Road from Skjervikbukta to Botnemarka.
Along the entire stretch there are opportunities for swimming and fishing.
The starting point for the trip is reached on a forest road, Brekkeveien, from Eidsfoss up to a parking lot 410 meters above sea level and about 500 meters south of Gausesetra. The road is closed during winter, and you have to pay a fee to drive up to the parking lot. Holmestrand and Omegn Turistforening have marked a route that goes past a hut and to the north side of Skibergfjell. From there it turns southwest and up to the apex, 632 metres above sea level.
At the top is an eight-edge granite stone that was put there as early as 1877 as a trigonometric point. On the north-eastern part of the top plateau there is also a building and an antenna, which today controls various functions in power production. From the cairn you can see Færder in the Oslofjord, as well as more nearby destinations such as the Tryvann Tower, Norefjell and Jonsknuten.
The most beautiful view is still found on the southern part of the plateau, also called Vestfjellet, barely a kilometre southwest of the trig point and now measured to be the highest point. From here you can look down towards the lakes Øksne, Hajeren and over the vast forests between Lågen and Eikeren with Skrimfjell and Lifjell further back.
The trip to the top of Skibergfjell can be combined with the tour around Vestfjellet. From there, the marked route goes south and then east again to the starting point.
Also read: From Skibergfjell, the circumference of the earth was measured.
In summer time you can swim in Myrvannet, Åsdammen, Kalmo or Øyvannet and in late summer the forest abounds with blueberries. There are many clear and well-marked trails.
Several of them head over to Eidsfoss, including Bergstigen, the old work road to the ironworks at Eidsfoss.
In winter, this is one of the most snow-sure areas in the district and a fantastic ski area. As soon as the conditions are right, there are miles of ski trails along beautiful paths.
The area is well organized with a forest road and good parking facilities, but remember money / cards for the pay toll.
Arrival and parking
Angers Kleiv is easiest accessible from the plateau. From Rv 315 take off onto Rambergveien and then first left onto Kleivanveien. Here is the sign for Angers Kleiv. Follow the road all the way to the end here is a parking lot where a map of the area has been set up.
The King's Road is marked as a coastal path with blue marks and continues to the northwest from the water tower. It is possible to follow the royal road further north, but the path has several very hazardous parties and it is necessary to cross the railway track to get down to Rv 313.
From the water tower, a forest road runs down to Smørstein and Rv 313. The hollow roads are located between this path and the king's road.
If you choose to go Angers Kleiv from Bogen you park on the picnic area along Rv 313. You have to walk a little way along the road towards Holmestrand before entering the road that turns right at Smørstein and leads up to Angers Kleiv. It is not possible to drive up the road as this is a private road that is blocked.
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Season start on the trips are on the 27th of April!
A wonderful place to bike
Could you imagine a bike ride along a beautiful coastline with exciting historic trails?
Then Horten is the right place. This is Vestfold's bike deerado due to the flat nice stretches Horten has to offer. Here young and old can join – for the terrain is suitable for people of all ages and with different physical levels.
Horten – a bikefriendly city
In 2016 it was decided that the municipality of Horten will be a bicycle city. A cooperation between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, Vestfold County Municipality and the municipality of Horten will help develop the cycling opportunities in Horten until 2020. Yet, today, Horten stands out with its long straight stretches through beautiful countryside, adventurous forests, historical trails and a beautiful coast.
Sykkelvei 1 (Bicycle road 1)
Part of the national cycle network is Sykkelvei 1. This is clearly marked with dark red signs with a green number route. Sykkelvei 1 leaves from the ferry port of Horten, and follows the coastal path to Åsgårdstrand. The coastal trail is also well distinguished with its light blue markings.
Recommended bike paths
* Horten – Åsgårdstrand (Sykkelvei 1) A beautiful ride along beaches, svaberg and through Fjugstad's rare ash forest and natural recreational areas.
* Karljohansvern around Bike past exciting architecture, museums, cafés, galleries, parks, canals and an adventurous deciduous forest.
* Lystlunden – Borre (the old railway) An historic route past the Gildehallen and Borrehaugene.
Map
Vestfold Bicycle Map is a detailed chart which can be bought at most of the hotels in Vestfold. It can also be purchased by VisitVestfold.
The coastal trails between Horten and Åsgårdstrand is part of Sykkelvei 1. This trail is well marked with light blue signs.
Maps of the coastal trails in Horten is also suitable for bikers. You will get maps of the trails in Horten for free at the Library in Horten (Addr.: Apotekergaten 10, next to the City Hall and the Sjøsiden shopping mall). You can also find maps on the information board at Paletten shopping center in Åsgårdstrand.
We ourselves like to call the fairground 'Bymarka' in Sandefjord because it has easy access for pedestrians and cyclists, and 6 parking spaces have also been arranged on the edge of the area. The varied hiking landscape is easy going – and long stretches can also be cycled.
The forest area houses a beautiful golf course, Sandefjord Golf Club, an 18-hole modern course with many idyllic waters.
The nationally famous Istrehågan rock formations are also located in Marumskogen. Istrehågan is located on the border between Larvik and Sandefjord. A large stone ship with a small dinghy in tow lies in a separate forest glade, along with three other man-made structures. The stone setting has probably been there since the 4th-5th centuries, and is today a protected area. A large field of petroglyphs from the Bronze Age has its place on an ice-cut rock on the farm Haugen, a couple of km from Istrehågan. Note that it can be difficult to spot the many ship figures, cup marks and spiral figures.
Large car park at Store Bergan Skole, or at the golf course. Tour maps for both summer and winter can be downloaded from Store Bergan Ski's website.
8 km nature trail from the Beechwood in Larvik to Ono intersection in Vestmarkaveien. Map for sale. Information boards.
It stretches on the west side of the river, from Bommestad bridge to Gloppe bridge. A river landscape with rich animal- and plant life. Parts of the trail are universally designed and has pedestrian and bicycle paths, while other parts of the trail is placed in the forest on narrow trails. Fising and picnic areas have been created in the area below Stubberød. Information boards along the trail.
For more information and map of the trail see Larvik Municipality.
The coastal paths in Vestfold are a fantastic experience if you enjoy walking, as the paths are right by the sea and you can see and hear the seabirds, smell the salty air and gaze at a horizon that stretches to infinity…
Signposted trails are found on the route Stavern-Nevlunghavn-Helgeroa, Åsgårdstrand-Horten, The Count´s path and Karlsvik-Vallø in Tønsberg, Hella-Vrengen strait on Nøtterøy as well as on Østerøya and Vesterøya in Sandefjord. Beautiful coastal path along the bay in Sande district.
