Tønsberg is a city southeastern in Vestfold County, on the western shore of the Oslofjord. Tønsberg lies north of Færder, south of Horten, and north-east of Sandefjord. It is the ninth-largest city in Norway (by population). [2] The city center lies just north of Nøtterøy Island. [4]

Apr 10, 2021 · Tønsberg is officially Norway’s oldest city, founded in 871. Today, the city is growing and is Norway’s 10th largest city. While southeast Norway is not as spectacular as the west, its coastline attracts thousands of holiday-hungry Norwegians every summer, and Tønsberg is at the top of the list.

Official travel guide for Tønsberg, Nøtterøy and Tjøme in Vestfold, Norway. Information about accommodation, activities, attractions and events.

Nov 25, 2018 · Explore one of Scandinavia's oldest cities on a different kind of day trip from Oslo. Laying claim to be the country’s oldest city, Tønsberg was founded by the Vikings and went on to become of Norway’s most important cities in the Middle Ages.

South of Tønsberg lies the beautiful island group Færder renowned for its remarkable beaches and skerries. Thousands of tourists come here in the summertime. In Færder you’ll find the islands Nøtterøy, Tjøme and Hvasser, where you can enjoy lazy days in the skerries, by the harbor or at sea.

Tønsberg is located about 100km south of Oslo on the Oslofjord near its mouth into the Skaggerak between Norway and Denmark. It’s good location has been the basis for Tønsberg’s incredible history; after all, it is considered to be the oldest city in Norway and was an important place during the Viking Age.

Aug 5, 2023 · Things to Do in Tonsberg, Norway: See Tripadvisor's 8,197 traveler reviews and photos of Tonsberg tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in February. We have reviews of the best places to see in Tonsberg.