Biking in Vestfold

Short distances

Distances between Vestfold’s towns are short, attractions are close together and all you need for an active holiday is a bike! Vestfold is perfect for cycling holidays from April to October.

National cycle route 1 – Kystruta

National cycle route 1, the North Sea Cycle Route, stretches along the entire Norwegian coast and runs through Vestfold. The coastal route from Horten and southwards is an easy ride with little car traffic in beautiful countryside. The whole family can cycle this route. The national Cycle Route runs through the county from Horten to Helgeroa. It’s a 100-kilometre stretch where you’ll get close to city life, have the opportunity to go swimming and stop at one of the county’s many attractions. Plan your trip on the Norwegian Public Roads Administration’s cycle planner.

Numedal route

Vestfold has more than 600 kilometres of signposted cycle routes. Numedalsruta is another national cycle route through the county. It runs for 280 kilometres from Geilo to Larvik.

Cycling tour Tønsberg – Tjøme – Hvasser

A cycling tour that takes you from Norway’s oldest town – Tønsberg– to the beautiful archipelago of Tjøme and Hvasser. Here you can enjoy lovely bathing spots along the way, and get to know Færder National Park.

There are several accommodation options along the way, and eateries with local produce on their menus. At the very southern tip of Tjøme is Verdens Ende – here you’ll definitely get «dinner with a view».

DNT Løvåsrunden – 4-day cycling tour

This cycling tour takes you between the DNT cabins in Vestfold. The tour starts and ends at Torp railway station. This is a 4-day cycle tour in scenic surroundings in Vestfold. The map can be purchased in the Sandefjord Tourist Association shop.

Cycling tips from Vestfoldpatriot

Freedom on summer tyres! Close to nature, the smells of summer and the music of nature. Vestfold has a naturally cycle-friendly landscape. National cycle routes 1 and 5 are both signposted through the county. National cycle route no. 1 runs along busy summer roads, especially on the stretch between Stavern and Helgeroa.

We have contacted Roger Næss, Vestfold patriot and cycling enthusiast, for cycling tips, outside marked trails.

From riding my first children’s bike in Andebu to this year’s cycling venture with Rye XP, Vestfold has been my regular cycling arena. There’s nothing better than hitting the roads in Vestfold’s beautiful countryside, no matter what level you’re cycling at. I’m happy to be able to recommend tours to others who want to explore the cycle paths outside the marked trails. The tours I’ve chosen are well suited to day trips, at your own pace of course. There’s plenty of room for leisurely rides, with stops where you can enjoy food and drink, or where your gaze can find peace in the landscape. At the same time, even the fittest cyclist can get a real workout by taking in the whole county. The trails I recommend are on regular motorways, which in my experience are not very busy.

Drive carefully! Have a good trip! Best regards Roger Næss

Get inspiration for trips by bike and on foot. On two wheels & two shoes in Vestfold provides an overview of the most popular tours (pdf). You can get the booklet in print at our information points.