Viewpoint Veten - Øya
Veten is Øyas magnificent viewpoint. From here you have the opportunity to experience impressive prospect of the downtown core and parts of our unique archipelago.
About
A trip to the viewpoint Veten vil offer you stunning panoramic views of Kragerø downtown and the beautiful archipelago. Øya is only a stone's throw away from the center and the road is well signposted from Øybrua, and up Schweigaards way. You can also reach Veten via Sjøbadet!
Veten is 51 meter a.s.l, and is a great place of excursions for all seasons.
Previously, this area was used as a campsite, but now it is no longer allowed to pitch a tent on this terrain.
Contact
Location
Veten, 3770 Kragerø
Practical information
- Lookout points
- Children/Family
- Scenic attractions
- Nature
- Lookout point
- Island
- Stream
- Open-air areas
- Lookout points
Nearby events
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P.A Heuchsgt 13, 3770 Kragerø
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P.A Heuchsgt 13, 3770 Kragerø
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P.A. Heuchs gate 14, 3770 Kragerø
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P.A Heuchsgt 13, 3770 Kragerø
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P.A. Heuchs gate 13, 3770 Kragerø
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