Tonsberg Travel Guide
Norway
Tønsberg is a Norwegian town in the south-east of the country, with a population of 38,914. It is in Norway’s coastal south-east, making the nearby shoreline an important part of planning a visit.
The closest named beaches are Skallevold, 4.4 kilometres away, and Furustrand, 4.6 kilometres away. Further options include Skjellvika, 22.2 kilometres away, Sønstegård, 25.9 kilometres away, and Langeby, 26.1 kilometres away. No airport is listed as serving Tønsberg, so air travellers should plan onward travel from an airport outside the town.
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Weather in Tonsberg
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Pays in NOK
Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +47
Tipping: Tipping isn't as widespread or expected in Norway as it is in some other countries. Service charges are usually included in the bill, and staff are paid a fair wage. However, it's appreciated for exceptional service.
Best time to visit Tonsberg
Jan
0°13Feb
3°11Mar
6°12Apr
11°11May
17°7Jun
20°12Jul
21°16Aug
19°14Sep
17°13Oct
11°12Nov
5°12Dec
3°14Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Tonsberg
Skallevold
4.4 km away
Furustrand
4.6 km away
Rørestranda
10.8 km away
Skjellvika
22.2 km away
Mostranda
24.5 km away
Sønstegård
25.9 km away
Langeby
26.1 km away
Vøra
26.8 km away
Things to do in Tonsberg
Tønsberg Cathedral
christian place of worship
3.4 km
Tønsberg Fortress
historic site
3.1 km
Berg Concentration Camp
historic site
1.3 km
Haugar kunstmuseum
art museum
3.5 km
Slottsfjell
historic site
3.2 km
Oseberghaugen
historic site
1.7 km
Jarlsberg Tunnel
historic site
1.8 km
Saga Oseberg
monument
3.8 km
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