Veierland

#1733 among destinations in Norway

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Veierland is a populated, carfree island in Færder municipality, Norway. A ferry service operated by Jutøya AS connects the island with the nearby, larger island of Nøtterøy. The island also has a permanent ferry link to Engø peninsula in nearby Sandefjord. Veierland lies in the Tønsberg Fjord, south of Nøtterøy Island, and west of Tjøme Island. The island measures 4.4 square kilometers and has approximately 150 full-time residents. It lies just east of Sandefjord, connected by a 10-15 minute ferry ride onboard MF Jutøya. As of 2015, Veierland is home to 450 vacation homes and 150 full-time residents. It is a car-free island, but residents may have permits for driving mopeds and tractors. Its church was established in 1905, while Veierland School closed in 2013. ()

Alternative names: Maximum elevation: 184 ftCoordinates: 59°9'15"N, 10°21'11"E

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VestfoldNorway

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Nearby attractions include: Whaler's Monument, Sandefjord Museum, Gokstadhaugen, Hjertnes Civic and Theater Center.

4.9 miSW
Memorial
Whaler's Monument, Sandefjord
125 min walk • The Whaler's Monument, known locally as Hvalfangstmonumentet, stands as a proud testament to Sandefjord, Norway's rich maritime and whaling heritage. This striking bronze sculpture, which was unveiled in 1960, is the work of Norwegian sculptor Knut Steen.
4.7 miW
Specialty museum, Museum, Maritime museum
Sandefjord Museum, Sandefjord
121 min walk • Sandefjord Museum is a cultural beacon nestled in the coastal city of Sandefjord, Norway, renowned for its rich maritime history and significance in the Norwegian whaling industry. This museum serves as a vital repository for the region's seafaring heritage and offers...
3.7 miW
Archaeological site
Gokstadhaugen, Sandefjord
94 min walk • Gokstadhaugen, a significant historical landmark nestled in the city of Sandefjord, Norway, is a site of great archaeological importance. This ancient burial mound is renowned for the discovery of the Gokstad Ship, a well-preserved Viking ship dating back to the 9th...
5 miW
City hall
Hjertnes Civic and Theater Center, Sandefjord
128 min walk • The Hjertnes Civic and Theater Center is a cultural beacon in the city of Sandefjord, Norway, renowned for its vibrant arts scene and engaging entertainment offerings. As a premier movie theater in the region, Hjertnes provides a cinematic experience that caters...
4.7 miW
Church
Sandar Church, Sandefjord
120 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Sandefjord, Norway, Sandar Church stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural and religious heritage. This ecclesiastical building, with its traditional Norwegian church architecture, serves as a central place of worship...
4.8 miSW
Museum, Boat or ferry, Ship
Southern Actor, Sandefjord
122 min walk • Southern Actor is a former whale catcher, currently a museum ship based in Sandefjord, Norway and owned by Sandefjord Museum. It is the only whale catcher from the Modern Whaling Epoch still to be in its original working order.
3.4 miSE
59°6'35"N • 10°23'26"E
Tjøme golfklubb, Tjøme
86 min walk • Golf
4.8 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Hvaltorvet, Sandefjord
122 min walk • Hvaltorvet, or Hvaltorget, is the largest shopping mall in Sandefjord, Norway. It is located in the town square in the city centre. It first opened in 1989, but an expanded mall was opened on November 20, 2008. It is home to 60-63 stores including H&M, Jack & Jones, Lindex, Narvesen, Telenor, Vero Moda, and Teknikmagasinet.
4.3 miSE
Bridge
Røssesund Bridge
110 min walk • Røssesund Bridge is a bridge over Røssesund between the islands of Tjøme and Brøtsø in Tjøme municipality in Vestfold og Telemark county. The bridge was completed in 1952. It was financed by toll payments from traffic over the Vrengen Bridge. The bridge is 14 meters high.
5.3 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Mefjord
136 min walk • The Mefjord is a small fjord in the municipality of Sandefjord in Vestfold, Norway. It is a 9 km long fjord which lies in-between Vesterøya and Østerøya. It is a narrow fjord with many minor islands and islets. There are many vacation homes on both sides of the fjord and a large campground, Strand Leirsted, is located on its east side.
4.7 miW
59°7'57"N • 10°13'36"E
Verdensteateret, Sandefjord
121 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater