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Tønsberg nor Essentials

Tønsberg is Norway’s oldest town, established in the 9th century. This collection highlights the medieval ruins of Tunsberghus fortress and the Romanesque Sem kirke, which dates back to 1100. Modern landmarks include the award-winning library built over archaeological excavations and Edvard Munch’s summer cottage in Åsgårdstrand. The list also covers the region's natural landscape, from the coastal sands of Skallevoldstranda to the birdwatching vistas at the Ilene nature reserve.