#526 European Rank
Verdens Ende
Tjøme, Færder, Norway•North Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Krg (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.32/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€59/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Rocky Cove
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Gentle Wave Action
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces N (0°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Good Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces N (0°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
N (0°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the N-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Verdens Ende: Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Tjøme, Færder, Norway
Crisp & Bracing
Early August
18.2°C
Air ~25°C
Short dips only; spring wetsuit recommended
Invigorating cold dip. Swimmers generally wear a shorty wetsuit for sessions over 10–15 minutes.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 18.2°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.0°C | 11°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 2.8°C | 12°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 3.2°C | 14°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 6.1°C | 17°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 10.8°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 14.9°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| July | 17.6°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| August | 18.2°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| September | 15.4°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| October | 11.8°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| November | 8.7°C | 16°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 5.9°C | 13°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Norway Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.2°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
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🏖️ Verdens Ende (Tjøme, Færder, Norway)
🌊 Water temperature: 18.2°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces N (sheltered from S winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/verdens-ende-no/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Good
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality3.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Verdens Ende
Wave-smoothed granite skerries meet the open Skagerrak beside a historic tipping-beacon at World's End, the tip of Tjøme.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Southernmost tip of Tjøme island in Færder municipality, accessible by road from Tønsberg (approx. 30 min) and bus, with an on-site guest harbor for boats.
•Protected Status / Environment: Located within Færder National Park, characterized by wave-smoothed coastal granite skerries and pristine Skagerrak marine environment.
•Notable Feature: Iconic reconstructed 1932 vippefyr (tipping-beacon bascule lighthouse), Færder National Park visitor center, and bathing off smooth granite rocks.
Official Tourism Authorities:visitnorway.com
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Typical Rate: ~€8/day
EasyPark AppPayByPhone App
EasyPark mobile app is widely supported across blue-line municipal zones.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Morning Sun • Early Evening Shade
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Mandatory Karst Water Shoes
Sharp limestone edges and potential sea urchins on karst shelves. Essential for safe entry.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Tjøme, Færder. Accessible via regional coastal roads (59.033°N, 10.483°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Verdens Ende involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Bracing bathing off the warm smooth rocks into open sea.
•'World's End' at the southern tip of Tjøme, a famous rocky point with a tipping-beacon and the Færder national park centre.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Tjøme, Færder, Norway.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Verdens Ende
What is the water temperature at Verdens Ende?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Verdens Ende averages 18.2°C (65°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Verdens Ende?
Verdens Ende is classified as a rocky cove shoreline located in Tjøme, Færder, Norway.
Is Verdens Ende good for families with kids?
Verdens Ende has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Verdens Ende?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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