Hiking trails in Kodal and Andebu

In Kodal you will find many trails marked by Sandefjord Tourist Association. In the area of Heivannet and Svartå you will find more than 100km of marked trails in some of Vestfold's most varied forest terrain. The areas at Åletjønn and Trollsvann offers many hiking trails, beautiful scenery and rich wildlife. 

From the center of Andebu there is a nature trail up to the lookout tower on Vetan. If the weather is clear you can see both the Oslofjord and the famous Gaustatoppen in Telemark. You also get great views from Tjuvborgen in Høyjord. There is a marked path from Bøen, approx. 3 km south of Høyjord. 

In Andebu you will also find the highest point of the municipality – Brånafjell (499 MASL). To get to Brånafjell you can mark at Merkedammen (unmarked trail) or at Trollsvann. Follow the road 5.6 km from Trollsvann to the turnpike, and then folloW the sign for Brånafjell (2.5 km).

For maps see sandefjord.kommune.no.

Hulder trails in Lardal

The hulder trails are 14 trails spread across Lardal with varying degrees of difficulty that takes you up to 14 hillocks. The trails are cleared and marked every year. On each hillock there is a book where you can write your name and date. 

The trails

1. Tanumkollen (ca. 30 min walk to the top. 271 m.a.s.l.)
2. Kråkemoåsen (ca. 30 min walk to the top. 410 m.a.s.l.)
3. Herlandsseter (ca. 2 hours. 521 m.a.s.l.)
4. Liåsen (ca. 1 hour. 424 m.a.s.l.)
5. Skalhogg (ca. 1 hour. 424 m.a.s.l.)
6. Myraåsen (ca. 30 min.  250 m.a.s.l.)
7. Ruketuten (ca. 1 hour. 602 m.a.s.l.)
8. Borgen-Raubergkastet (ca. 2 – 2 1/2 hour. 530 m.a.s.l.)
9. Oppsalfjellet (ca. 2 1/2 hour. 517 m.a.s.l.)
10. Aschjemåsen (ca. 1 hour to the top. 436 m.a.s.l.)
11. Tyriås (ca. 30 min to the top. 449 m.a.s.l.)
12. Pinås (ca. 3 hours. 368 m.a.s.l.) 
13. Vettakollen (varden) (ca. 1 hour to the top. 456 m.a.s.l.)
14. Holemyra (76 m.a.s.l.)

From the hike Pinås, Vestfold's highest free-falling waterfall Trollfoss is close. With its barely 12 meters, the waterfall is surprisingly impressive and a magical experience.

Link til start/parking at Google-maps (Huldresti Pinås)

Botnemarka

In winter, Botnemarka is a popular destination for cross country skiers. Botnemarka is located high above the Oslo Fjord and is thus a more snow-secure place in Vestfold. There are groomed trails to the DNT cabin at Brannåsen.

Parking
A small parking lot at the top of the Sollifeltet. You can also take the bus, see vkt.no's travel planner.

The coastal path in Holmestrand

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.

Vestskauen

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.

Angers klev – hiking

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.

Padleled Vestfold og Telemark

In Vestfold you can paddle along marked and adapted routes of varying difficulty from Svelvik in the north to Larvik in the south.

Several padle huts have been built along the paddle trail, so-called "padlehuker". These huts are open for everyone and vary in size and design. In Færder municipality, you will find the paddle huts at Ildverket and at Østre Bolærne. In Larvik municipality, you will find two paddle hooks on Vestre Bramskjæra, and a smaller model on Ølbergholmen. A paddle hut has also been set up on the old railway route in Holmestrand.

Download the Outtt app to get an overview of the paddle routes in Vestfold. You will also find the tour suggestions on visitvestfold.com, as well as courses and rentals. Different types of courses are arranged for you as a beginner and you who have paddling experience. Vestfold is a perfect starting point for paddlers with beautiful skerries.

The project has been initiated by the county municipalities in Vestfold and Telemark, and is being carried out in collaboration with the coastal municipalities. Padleled Vestfold and Telemark will contribute to everyone finding suitable and safe trips to paddle along the beautiful Vestfold coast, through marking, signage, establishment of simple accommodation and other facilities.

Coastal trails in Stokke

The whole coastal path is approx. 13.1 km.

Rakkevik – Brunstad about 7 km
Brunstad – Melsomvik about 3.4 km
Melsomvik – Vårnes about 2.7 km

There are also 3 km marked trails in Bogen, from the quay up to Sundåsen hill.