Sande is a region in Vestfold county, Norway, characterized by a diverse landscape that includes a fjord-fringed forest basin, coastal paths, island shores, and forested hills. Key natural features like Sandebukta Bay, the 1,864-foot (568-meter) Presteslettås Peak, and extensive forest areas such as Vestskogen and Østskogen provide varied terrain. The region's long coastline and broad Sandedalen Valley contribute to an environment suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Sande offers more than 300 routes across several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. More than 8,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars. Hiking opportunities include the marked Sandebukta Coastal Trail and a scenic 8.1-mile (13-km) coastal path from Sande to Holmestrand. For cyclists, Sande is well-suited for both touring and road cycling, with a dedicated cycle path stretching south from the town center and a gravel walking and cycling route along a former railway line. Mountain biking trails are also available, while the extensive network of coastal paths, forest trails, and quiet roads provides numerous options for jogging. Explore specific activities further with guides such as Cycling around Sande, Hiking around Sande, and Road Cycling Routes around Sande.
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4.3
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People visited

4.2
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252
riders
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.5
(16)
77
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
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18.8km
01:05
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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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32.2km
01:56
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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.5
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riders
102km
04:11
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270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
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48.4km
02:06
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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34.4km
01:25
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50m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.6km
02:48
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90m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
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hikers
3.50km
00:53
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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.7
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.8
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hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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runners
13.4km
01:23
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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01:00
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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02:43
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
36.8km
03:50
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40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.8
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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42.8km
02:13
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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34.9km
01:55
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Easy mountain bike ride.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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Sande offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features over 300 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.54 stars from more than 8,000 visitors.
Sande provides 76 hiking routes, including the marked Sandebukta Coastal Trail. A scenic 8.1-mile (13-km) coastal path connects Sande to Holmestrand. Trails also lead to historical sites like Viking burial mounds. More information is available in the Hiking around Sande guide.
Sande is well-suited for touring cycling, with 127 routes available. A dedicated cycle path extends south from the town center, and a gravel walking and cycling route follows a former railway line between Sande and Holmestrand. Explore options in the Cycling around Sande guide.
Yes, Sande offers 10 mountain biking trails with various difficulty levels. These trails are found within the region's extensive forest areas like Vestskogen and Østskogen. The MTB Trails around Sande guide provides more details.
Sande features routes suitable for all skill levels, including family-friendly options. The gravel walking and cycling route along the former railway line between Sande and Holmestrand offers a pleasant, traffic-free experience. Kommersøya Island also has family-friendly trails.
Sande is characterized by Sandebukta Bay, the 1,864-foot (568-meter) Presteslettås Peak, and limestone islands like Kommersøya Island. The region also includes extensive forest areas such as Vestskogen and Østskogen. These features offer diverse landscapes and viewpoints.
Komoot lists over 300 routes in Sande across various sports. These include 127 touring cycling routes, 76 hiking routes, 34 road cycling routes, 61 jogging routes, and 10 mountain biking trails. The routes have an average rating of 4.54 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Sande to help plan outdoor activities. These include Cycling around Sande, Hiking around Sande, and Road Cycling Routes around Sande. Other guides cover running, MTB, and traffic-free bike rides.
Sande offers traffic-free cycling options, notably the gravel walking and cycling route along the former railway line between Sande and Holmestrand. This route provides scenic surroundings, sometimes running close to the sea. More details can be found in the Traffic-free bike rides around Sande guide.
Sande is characterized by a diverse landscape, including a fjord-fringed forest basin, coastal paths, island shores, and forested hills. Key features include Sandebukta Bay, the Sandedalen Valley, and extensive forest areas like Vestskogen and Østskogen. The region also boasts one of Vestfold's longest coastlines.
As Sande Municipality merged into Holmestrand Municipality, official information is typically managed by Holmestrand Municipality or Visit Vestfold. The Holmestrand Municipality website is a primary resource. For broader tourism information, Visit Vestfold is an excellent resource.
For tourism inquiries related to the Sande area, the regional tourism organization Visit Vestfold can be contacted at +47 33 46 05 90. For general municipal services, the Holmestrand Municipality can be reached at +47 33 05 95 00.

