The Horten Canal - Photo: Svend Aage Madsen
Walking bridge over the Canal - Photo: Jon Klasbu
Karljohansvern - Photo: Svend Aage Madsen
Åsgårdstrand Harbour area - Photo: Anne-Kristine Mjelva
Where is Horten?
The Weather
yr.no: Forecast for Horten Saturday Morning: Fair, 6°
Hiking and walking - Historical paths
The countryside of Horten provides great opportunities for short hikes and walks, such as Møringa (Karljohansvern), Hortensmarka recreational area and Borrevannet (lake), Løvøya island, Varnestangen ant the Veggefjell mountains with a spectacular view of the various parts of the Oslofjord.
Karljohansvern - old Horten
On the outskirts of Horten you come to Karljohansvern, which is surrounded by the sea. Here you can enjoy life. A quiet place in an urban environment, with space to hike and bike in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable. Parts of the area are preserved in order to protect bird wild life and plants.
Midgard historisk senter
18/04/2010 - 19/12/2010