Tvedestrand

Travel Guide
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This region offers relaxation in an idyllic Norwegian archipelago. Stroll along the streets looking in shop windows, enjoy an ice cream on the pier or sail out to sea.

A holiday in Tvedestrand can be filled with island hopping in the archipelago and gorgeous beaches, while younger visitors will love a visit to the water park. The terrain is also excellent for cycling and hiking. If you enjoy reading, Bokbyen ved Skagerak (Skagerak Book Town), Norway's largest book town, is well worth a visit. You will find a great number of second-hand book dealers, antique shops and book shops along the intimate streets in the old heart of the town.

Tvedestrand is a municipality and town in Aust-Agder with around 6,000 inhabitants in total. Tvedestrand, the municipal administration centre, is situated furthest inside Oksefjorden. The workshop industry dominates the municipality but there are also several smaller companies in various industries here. Tvedestrand is one of the most popular areas to visit in Southern Norway and numerous tourists feel right at home here in summer.

Visit Næs Jernverksmuseum (Næs Railway Museum), the best-preserved Norwegian ironworks. Children who are fond of horses will enjoy a visit to Siring gård (Siring Farm) where you can hire ponies and horses. If you want to see more of the area surrounding the town, take a walk to Slettåsheia or Våjemyrene.

Whatever your taste, you can look forward to a stimulating holiday in Tvedestrand. If you are arriving by sea, there is a guest harbour where you can moor up. After a long day out you might enjoy a visit to Basthaven Restaurant, which serves local fish and shellfish specialities.

The closest international airport can be found in Sandefjord, where you can also hire a car. The drive from Sandefjord takes one hour and forty minutes. Tvedestrand has no train station but there is a bus service.

You do not always have to travel far to experience an idyllic holiday. Enjoy exciting days in the archipelago and an authentic Norwegian summer holiday in Tvedestrand.

Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller
Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller
3 out of 5
Fritz Smiths Gate 7, Tvedestrand
The price is S$182 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
S$182
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tvedestrand. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tvedestrand Marina and Naes ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
Charming hotel in lovely village
"Old, charming hotel in a lovely village that is so very much worth a visit. We loved our stay! All the staff were very welcoming and helpful, with special thanks to Fredrik for reaching out to us in advance with late arrival instructions, and for upgrading us to a room with a balcony to enjoy the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sep,2024

Tvedestrand Fjordhotell - Unike Hoteller
Hotel Lyngørporten
Hotel Lyngørporten
3 out of 5
Sliperiveien 29, Tvedestrand
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tvedestrand. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Einarsvika and Hisasen are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (141 reviews)
"A wonderfully positioned collection of rooms overlooking the sea. Rooms are a comfortable size with cold storage and simple cooking facilities. Nice shower and private sitting-out area. Restaurant limited but we had a specially booked group dinner and that demonstrated what the kitchen is capable ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug,2019

Hotel Lyngørporten
Thon Hotel Arendal
Thon Hotel Arendal
4 out of 5
Friergangen 1, Arendal
The price is S$149 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
S$149
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arendal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Klockers Hus and Trinity ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (780 reviews)
"Great location. Very nice hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Aug,2024

Thon Hotel Arendal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Raet Camping
Raet Camping
2 out of 5
Hoveodden 200, Arendal
Stay at this campground in Arendal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Popular attractions Hove strand and Bukkevika are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (25 reviews)
"Nydelige omgivelser, gode senger og vennlige unge servicearbeidene. Alt ble skjemmet av dårlig vedlikehold og manglende rengjøring. Vi hadde en enkel, eldre hytte. Terrassen var ingrodd av skitt og malingen flasset av, mange av bordene var rotne. Trist"

Reviewed on 20 Jul,2024

Raet Camping
5 Person Holiday Home in Grimstad
5 Person Holiday Home in Grimstad
2 out of 5
Grimstad
Stay at this vacation home in Grimstad. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Lundesanden and Bjelland støa are located nearby.
5 Person Holiday Home in Grimstad
10 Person Holiday Home in Staubø
10 Person Holiday Home in Staubø
3.5 out of 5
Arendal
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Arendal. Enjoy in-room washers/dryers, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Movik and Persoygard ...
10 Person Holiday Home in Staubø
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Didn't see ouside of Gjeving and Lyngoer. Local roads very bad.