Home to thrilling water slides, themed pools and an artificial surf wave, Bø Summerland is one of the biggest water parks in Europe. It offers rides and attractions for all ages, from kid-friendly playgrounds to the Mot i Brøstet, the world’s first water roller coaster.
Brave the 16-metre drop of the Jettegryta (“Pothole”), which is one of the biggest water slides at Bø Summerland, or create your own speed on the Centrifuge. Bø Summerland boasts the world’s largest artificial surf wave, the Flow Rider, which offers a California-inspired surf experience before releasing you into the 270-metre-long Sommarlandelva river.
Travelling with young kids? They’ll love Leikeland, a dry playground designed with climbing castles, a mini-golf course and gentle slides. There are several eateries within Bø Summerland where you can refuel throughout the day, including the Island Pizzeria, the 59 ° North Grill and the Slush Factory.
Getting there
Bø Summerland is an hour’s drive from Porsgrunn or two hours from Oslo, with Oslo Airport 2.5 hours away. Trains to Oslo and Stavanger connect to the Bø railway station, from where it’s a five-minute taxi ride to the waterpark.