Årøysund is a village in the municipality of Tønsberg in Vestfold og Telemark county, Norway. The village is located on the northwestern coast of the Oslofjord, about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) south of the city of Tønsberg. The climate in Årøysund is typically Norwegian, with cold winters and mild summers. The village has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Viking Age. In the 16th century, Årøysund was a major port for the export of timber. Today, the village is a popular tourist destination, with its charming harbor and beautiful scenery.
Geographic Data for Årøysund, Vestfold, Norway
Latitude | 59° 10.834' |
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Longitude | 10° 27.300' |
Timezone | Europe/Oslo |