Tønsberg - Wikipedia
WebTønsberg 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). The city center lies just north of Nøtterøy Island.
Plan your trip to Tønsberg | Attractions, activities, things to do
WebCheck out Norway's oldest city, Tønsberg. Located an hour's train ride south of Oslo, this is the place you should go to enjoy the boat life, beaches and skerries!
Tønsberg and Færder | Vikings, Oseberg ship and festivals - Visit Norway
WebPlan your trip to Tønsberg and Færder. Tønsberg is Norway's oldest city. Located about an hour's drive south of Oslo, this is the place Norwegians go to enjoy the boat life, beaches and skerries!
Tønsberg: Norway’s oldest city (Complete travel guide)
WebApr 10, 2021 · Updated October 23, 2022. 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.
Tønsberg | Vestfold, Viking History, Fjord Region | Britannica
WebTønsberg, town, southeastern Norway, at the head of Tønsbergfjorden. Considered to be the oldest town in Norway, Tønsberg was founded c. ad 871 and became an important trading centre. In the 13th century King Håkon Håkonsson built his castle, Tønsberghus, there. The town was destroyed by fire in.
Historic Tønsberg, Norway - Life in Norway
WebNov 25, 2018 · Tønsberg by numbers. 102 kilometres from Oslo. 48,350 people live in Tønsberg city, split between Tønsberg and Nøtterøy municipalities. 20.8 percentage increase in population from 2000 to 2015. Top sights in Tønsberg. As a bonus to car-free international visitors, the city is easy to reach on a day trip from Oslo by train or bus.
Tønsberg – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebTønsberg is a town in Vestfold county. It is the oldest town in Norway. The town has about 56,000 inhabitants (2020). Tønsberg is also surrounded by some of the county's major tourist attractions, including old viking graves and museums. There are plenty of options for daytrips where both residents and visitors can enjoy a wide range of ...
Tønsberg - Wikiwand
WebTønsberg, historically Tunsberg, is a city in Tønsberg Municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. It is located about 102 kilometres south-southwest of the capital city of Oslo on the western coast of the Oslofjord near its mouth onto the Skagerrak. The city is the most populous metropolis in Vestfold county.
Tønsberg: Idyllic summer town with a historical atmosphere - Visit …
WebTønsberg pier (Brygga) Tønsberg's "main street" has been a natural gathering place for a long time and is a must for visitors. In summer there are lively restaurants and nightlife along the pier, with summer shows and plenty of leisure boats, tourists and locals looking for a good summer atmosphere. bryggaitonsberg.no. Verdens Ende (World's End)
Visit Tønsberg - Norway’s oldest town
WebOfficial travel guide for Tønsberg, Nøtterøy and Tjøme in Vestfold, Norway. Information about accommodation, activities, attractions and events.
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