Hemskilen

#2265 among destinations in Norway

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Hemskilen is a plant and wildlife preserve with a wetland area known for its unique vegetation and fauna. It is located near the island Storøya on the Sandefjord-Larvik border in Vestfold County. Hemskilen is, at 335 decares, one of the largest preserves of its kind in the county. A bird sanctuary was established on the outside of the preserve in 2009. The nature preserve was established in 1981 and consists mostly of wetland and mudflats. It is a regionally important site due to its avifauna, including sea birds, ducks, wading birds, geese, and perching birds. It is also one of Vestfold's most important habitats for the grey heron, while raptors such as the sea hawk and Western marsh harrier can also regularly be observed at Hemskilen. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 16 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 59°4'25"N, 10°12'41"E

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VestfoldNorway

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

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

3.8 miN
Memorial
Whaler's Monument, Sandefjord
96 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 miN
Specialty museum, Museum, Maritime museum
Sandefjord Museum, Sandefjord
103 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...
4.9 miN
Archaeological site
Gokstadhaugen, Sandefjord
125 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...
3.8 miN
City hall
Hjertnes Civic and Theater Center, Sandefjord
98 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...
4.2 miN
Church
Sandar Church, Sandefjord
108 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...
3.7 miN
Museum, Boat or ferry, Ship
Southern Actor, Sandefjord
95 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.
4.2 miN
Park
Bugårdsparken, Sandefjord
108 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.
3.9 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Hvaltorvet, Sandefjord
101 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.
6.4 miNW
Church
Hedrum Church
163 min walk • Hedrum Church is a medieval stone church dating from c. 1100 in Hedrum, Norway. It is built of stone and can accommodate 300 people. As a medieval building, it automatically has protected cultural heritage status.
6.5 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Larviksfjorden
165 min walk • Larviksfjorden is a fjord in the municipality of Larvik in Vestfold, Norway. The fjord has a length of about eight kilometers, and is about three kilometer wide at the mouth. The rivers Numedalslågen and Farriselva both discharge into the fjord. The towns Stavern and Larvik both border to the fjord.
2.6 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Fjord
Mefjord
67 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.