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Hiking opportunities all year round, kayaking on silent lakes, and the chance to learn about Norway’s rich industrial heritage. Enjoy idyllic Holmestrand and the surroundings!
Known as “the town under the mountain”, Holmestrand is perfectly placed on the west coast of the Oslofjord, less than an hour and a half from Oslo.
The most famous attractions in the area are the Aluminium Museum which conveys 100 years of Norwegian industrial adventure, and the ironworks at Eidsfoss. In the village of Eidsfoss, you can stroll around old workers’ homes, visit the museum, and enjoy exhibitions by artists who live on the site.
Go explore the area on a rented bike or in a kayak or canoe, hike the coastal path, or relax at one of Holmestrand’s many beaches. In the summer, the many boaters who guest the city really liven up the town!
Mount Skibergfjell is Vestfold’s tallest mountain. The trip to the top, where you get a nice view of the Oslofjord, only takes about an hour and is fun for the whole family. Afterwards, you can enjoy a meal based on local ingredients in the peaceful surroundings Holmestrand is known for.
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The Eidsfoss Ironwork highlight the history of this ironworks community and contain various products from…
Go to: Eidsfoss JernverksmuseumThe Eidsfoss Ironwork highlight the history of this ironworks community and contain various products from…
HOLMESTRAND MUSEUM EXPERIENCE HOLMESTRAND'S HISTORY FROM THE 1500S AND UP TO "THE 20 CENTURY"…
Go to: Holmestrand museumHOLMESTRAND MUSEUM EXPERIENCE HOLMESTRAND'S HISTORY FROM THE 1500S AND UP TO "THE 20 CENTURY"…
Kulturhaven (Cultural Garden) is a private museum with buildings from the period 1690 - 1856. All…
Go to: KulturhavenKulturhaven (Cultural Garden) is a private museum with buildings from the period 1690 - 1856. All…
Did you know that the rim of your new car may have been your grandmother's coffee pot? If you visit the…
Go to: The Aluminium Museum in HolmestrandDid you know that the rim of your new car may have been your grandmother's coffee pot? If you visit the…
Hof Kro & Kaffe rent out both kayak and canoe. Included in the price are equipment such as life jackets,…
Go to: Kayak and canoe rentalHof Kro & Kaffe rent out both kayak and canoe. Included in the price are equipment such as life jackets,…
Get in-depth travel information on Holmestrand’s official website.
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A number of trains pass through Holmestrand daily and connects the city with the rest of Vestfold, Drammen, and Oslo.
A large bus network connects Holmestrand with Tønsberg, Larvik, Drammen, and Oslo.
The E18 road between Oslo and Kristiansand passes right outside of Holmestrand.
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Torp Sandefjord Airport is the closest airport to Holmestrand.
Oslo Airport lies approximately 1.5 hours from Holmestrand by car.
Vestfold’s coastline has an extensive cultural history. The county by the Oslofjord has played a central role in Norwegian history as a hub for shipbuilding, marine activities, and Vikings.
Horten boasts a rich heritage dating back to our Viking history. In Åsgårdstrand, you can visit legendary artist Edvard Munch's house.
From the Vikings of old times to the tourists of today, people have always flocked to Tønsberg. Just outside of the city, you can enjoy the islands of Nøtterøy and Tjøme, as well as the marine national park Færder.
Water has always been important in Larvik, from the time when the Vikings sailed in to build Norway’s first town at Kaupang and Colin Archer shaped the boats of the future to make polar exploration a reality.
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