Hike Filtvet to Holmsbu

There is a scheduled ferry (B21) to Filtvet brygge in the summer. It is a very good starting point for the coastal path further south towards Tofte. Filtvet lighthouse stands as a majestic landmark and is an open gallery in the summer. The bay is known for its white beach and restaurant Vilma Sjøbad. At Ekrebukta there is also a small beach. The route continues along small roads, gravel roads and over rocky outcrops. There are several beaches and bathing bays where it is nice to have a break. The signage can be somewhat variable. At Ramsvika, it is recommended to continue along Ramsviksveien - the path is quite overgrown at the end of the rocky cliffs. Tofte is known for its long industrial history and the smoke from the pipes at Tofte was a sure landmark for a long time. Tofte Cellulosefabrik was a wood processing factory that was founded in 1897 and was among the largest cellulose factories in the world. Production was discontinued in 2013. The workers' housing you pass is built in classic British brick style. There are shops and eateries in the centre. Exciting polar history awaits in Hurumhavna. Here lie the remains of the polar ship Maud, which was transported back to Norway in 2018 after being underwater for 80 years. This ship was built for Roald Amundsen's expedition through the Northeast Passage.

The stretch from Tofte to Rødtangen is a wonderful nature experience. The start is a simple along gravel road into the Preisserstranda bathing area. Then the landscape becomes a little more demanding, and it goes up quite a bit. Remember to turn around for the great view back towards Tofte and the beach you just passed. There is a signposted shortcut to Sandbukta or further out towards Østnestangen lighthouse. The trip continues towards Sandbukta where there are several beaches. The markings are not always so easy to follow here and it is a bit steep in some places. The same also applies after Sandbukta before you reach the gravel road that leads to Ertsvika. Here there is a nice beach and you can see the steep rock face to the west. It gives a clue to the route ahead, which is steep and occasionally roped. There is a nice view when you get up. Stay tuned, it's way down.

At Knatvoldstrand there is a campsite, beach and benches. It continues along cottage roads and paths for a short distance by Haraldstangen. There is a variety of paths, dirt roads, woodlands and cozy bays further on. At Solfjellskjæret there are several paths and options for choosing a path - if you follow the path along the sea you will eventually come past the cabin area and to Breivik Bay. From here you can follow Nebbaveien to Rødtangen - recommended if there is high tide and a lot of wind. Here is Rødtangen Camping with a long, fine beach and a beautiful view. If the water is low and the conditions are calm, you can walk across the rocks towards the Rødtangen lighthouse - this is somewhat hilly and partly marked with painted arrows. Take with you the restored fog clock at the far end of Nebba - which dates from 1903 and was built in Swiss style. Rødtangen is an old beach resort and today a popular holiday destination.

Now the route follows winding minor roads where there may be some holiday traffic. Along the way, you can take in Holmsbu Resort, which has summer catering, grave mounds from the Bronze Age, Støa summer gallery and Holmsbu Art Museum, which is wonderfully situated in the forest with art by the painter Henrik Sørensen. It is possible to turn off the road and follow the hilly path up the hill and then arrive in the center of Holmsbu via the wooden stairs. In Holmsbu, life can be enjoyed with an ice cream on the pier with a great view over the Drammensfjord. Here there are also shops, several places to eat and a cozy beach hotel. Feel free to also visit Holmsbu Church, known as the artist's church, which is located on a hill up the hill and has a colorful and artistic interior, and concerts on selected Sundays during the summer months.

To get here:

Bus: Bus to Filtvet, Tofte and Holmsbu. Check entur.no or ruter.no

Boat: During summer months boat B21 to Filtvet from March - October from Aker Brygge - Son. Check entur.no or ruter.no