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Sandøya

Type:Island

3950, Brevik

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Dikkon bathing area and the jetty for leisure boats on Sandøya
  • Dikkon bathing area and the jetty for leisure boats on Sandøya
  • Path from Sandøya and Dikkon to Løvøya
  • the island Sandøya

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The island Sandøya is a part of the islands you can visit when you're island hopping.

Sandøya is a small island community
Sandøya is a vibrant island community with approximately 340 permanent residents. Most people live in a rural and idyllic "center" near the ferry dock called "Kommunebrygga." From Kommunebrygga, there is a short distance to the bathing beaches of Grunntunga and Skolestranda.

Beautiful hiking area
If you want to find the pleasant and long-awaited tranquility, Sandøya is the place to visit. Feel free to follow the paths around the island and just enjoy yourself. A popular hike follows the trail over to Dikkon on the other side of the island. The trail through the forest is well-marked. If you prefer cycling, you can also follow the road.

Dikkon bathing area with ferry terminal, campground, and café
At Dikkon, there is a ferry terminal for Breviksfergene, a campground, and a café. Here you will also find a large grassy area and two beaches.

Sandøya general store
Sandøya General Store is a popular place for residents and visitors. Here you can enjoy a meal or purchase groceries before continuing your wanderings around the island.

Footbridge to the neighboring island of Løvøya
There is a footbridge connection to the neighboring island of Løvøya, where you can take the ferry back to Brevik
 

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