Karljohansvern

Karljohansvern

- From shipyard to cultural shipyard

Karljohansvern is a former naval station and shipyard, located just a short distance from the center of Horten. If you are a little curious about military history, a walk along the coastal path can offer both beautiful scenery and historical traces.

Never a dull moment

It is not without reason that Karljohansvern is called the cultural shipyard. Here you will find several museums such as the Preus Museum (the photography museum) and the Naval Museum. At the artillery workshop there is never a dull moment with concerts and activities all year round. There have also been several famous recordings here, and the premises provide opportunities for several different events.

Christmas market at Karljohansvern

For many, the Christmas market at Karljohansvern is a tradition every year. There are many exhibitors, lots of activity and definitely something worth seeing. If you are looking for a real Christmas atmosphere in historic surroundings, this is the Christmas market you should visit. Are you considering moving here? Take the trip today, then. Then you will see how many nice people there are here.

- Something that makes Horten a special city

Those who live at Karljohansvern say it gives them the feeling of living in a huge park. It's beautiful, a short walk to the sea, the city and you're surrounded by old listed buildings. It's a unique combination of silence in the district, while there's always something happening just around the corner at the garage square or the artillery workshop.

The conference with that little extra

The Naval Society at Karljohansvern is today a hotel and conference center. Here you can have seminars and conferences, with room for all participants to stay overnight. They offer beer from their own brewery, have outdoor seating in the summer and afternoon tea in the winter. Maybe this is where you will go next time your colleagues or group of friends are looking for something to do? If you need more places to stay, we have Horten Apartment with modern rooms, and the recently renovated Thon Hotel Horten, which is located 1.5 km from Karljohansvern.

Set a goal - join the Navy Race

Navy Race is a military obstacle course that is open to everyone, which is held at Karljohansvern in Horten. Yes, absolutely true. It is suitable for everyone, and it is really worth taking part in. Navy Race saw the light of day in 2018 and has since then grown at a tremendous speed and become very popular. They have several different participant classes, and separate classes for children. This year it will be even bigger with After Race. We will bring the folk festival back to Sykehusbrygga with food, good drinks and a band. Are you joining us?

Short distance to studies and beach

Horten and Karljohansvern make it easy to enjoy life. There really is something for everyone here, all year round. The coastal path stretches along the entire length, offering incredible experiences for the whole family. How about having dinner on the beach? There are several beaches and areas that are suitable for a little extra coziness when you feel like it.

USN Vestfold is located on Bakkenteigen, which is only a short bus ride from Horten. They offer 89 different studies, so if you are in the middle of studies or planning further education, you should definitely check out what USN has to offer. We dare say that the opportunities in the job market are better if you live in Horten. Both because there is a huge development in Horten, but also because it is only an hour to Oslo in the North and 30 minutes to Moss and Tønsberg.