Horten

Horten

A small detour from the E18 between Holmestrand and Tønsberg is the coastal and harbor town of Horten. A city with traces of settlements all the way back to the Stone Age and with a rich history from the Viking Age. Horten has a small and cozy center which is close to the harbour. Cultural watermarks are the Horten Chamber Music Festival and Kanalrock, which is a festival for punk rock. The Royal Norwegian Marines Band is based in Horten. Otherwise, Horten is known for its ferry connection across the Oslofjord, to Moss.