Mefjord

#1361 among destinations in Norway

Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord

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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. A vast number of vacation homes can be found along the Mefjord. Several islands in the fjord are also home to vacation homes, including Grindholmen-, Storholmen- and Brattholmen Islands. ()

Local name: Mefjorden Coordinates: 59°5'13"N, 10°16'49"E

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VestfoldNorway

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Mefjord – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

3.4 miNW
Memorial
Whaler's Monument, Sandefjord
87 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.
3.6 miNW
Specialty museum, Museum, Maritime museum
Sandefjord Museum, Sandefjord
92 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...
3.8 miN
Archaeological site
Gokstadhaugen, Sandefjord
98 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...
3.6 miNW
City hall
Hjertnes Civic and Theater Center, Sandefjord
92 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...
3.8 miNW
Church
Sandar Church, Sandefjord
97 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...
3.3 miNW
Museum, Boat or ferry, Ship
Southern Actor, Sandefjord
84 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.
4.5 miNW
Park
Bugårdsparken, Sandefjord
115 min walk • Bugårdsparken is a 60-acre park and the main sports center in Sandefjord, Norway. It is also home to a 20-acre duck pond, Bugårdsdammen, as well as designated picnic areas and hiking trails.
4.2 miE
59°6'35"N • 10°23'26"E
Tjøme golfklubb, Tjøme
108 min walk • Golf
3.5 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Hvaltorvet, Sandefjord
90 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.
5.1 miE
Bridge
Røssesund Bridge
129 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.
3.7 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Sandefjordsfjord
96 min walk • The Sandefjordsfjord, sometimes also called the Sandefjord is an approximately 9 km long fjord in the municipality of Sandefjord in Vestfold, Norway. It is located to the west of Vesterøya. The Sandefjordsfjord is the longest of the four fjords located in Sandefjord, Norway.