📍 Larvik

Parking in Larvik

Larvik stands out in that the municipal parking spaces are mostly free – there are around 1,300 publicly available spaces in the centre, of which about 500 are municipal. Many of the free spaces are time-limited to 1–2 hours to ensure turnover, and then you must use a parking disc clearly visible in the windscreen. The only municipal charged space is Storgata 30 (25 kr/hour). The other spaces are run by private operators such as Aimo Park and TimePark.

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Zones
1
Average price
Free (municipal) / 25 kr/hour (Storgata 30)
Free parking
Yes, in places
Apps
EasyPark

Parking zones in Larvik

Overview of paid parking zones in Larvik, with price per hour, maximum time and validity.

ZoneAreaPriceMax timeValidity
Municipal spaces Central Larvik All vehicles: Free (many time-limited 1–2 hrs requiring a parking disc) 1–2 hours at time-limited spaces (parking disc) Mon–Fri: See signs
Sat: See signs
Sun: See signs
Storgata 30 (charged space) Centre All vehicles: 25 kr/hour See signs Mon–Fri: See signs
Sat: See signs
Sun: See signs

Last updated: 2026-08-21 · Source: Larvik Municipality – Parking

Resident parking

Residential zone parking applies in central Stavern during the summer season, 10 June–20 August. Visitors may not park in the regulated residential zones; the municipality refers visitors to public car parks around the centre, of which the four closest are charged.

Price: The municipality's information page does not state a price – check in the application.

Apply for resident parking in Larvik →

The national framework for the scheme (resident permits, who can apply) is on the residential-zone parking page.

Car parks in Larvik

The largest car parks in Larvik, with prices and opening hours.

  • Torvparken P-hus

    Aimo Park (private)

    📍 Prinsegata 2 (entrance by the Prinsegata/Nedre Torggate roundabout)

    🕐 Open 24 hours

    ⚡ EV charging available

    💳 Aimo Park app, machine (reg. no.), Card

    Number-plate recognition (Aimo Park Easy). 110 spaces, including 2 charging points and 2 disabled bays. 28 kr for the first commenced 30 minutes, then 24 kr per commenced 30 minutes; 244 kr for the first continuous 24-hour period. Check the operator's site for current prices before parking.

    More info ↗

Free parking

On-street parking in Larvik is normally free in the evening, at night and on Sundays and public holidays — but the charging hours are set by the municipality and shown on the sign, so always check the signs. Car parks and garages usually charge around the clock. The most reliable free options are park-and-ride sites and time-limited parking-disc spaces.

  • The municipal spaces are mostly free (many time-limited 1–2 hrs with a parking disc)
  • 18 public charging stations (32 charging points), max 4 hours, a parking disc is required

EV charging and parking

You must use a parking disc at charging stations too (max 4 hours). Charging is paid in the Smartcharge app; EasyPark is on the way. 18 public charging stations with 32 charging points.

Electric and hydrogen cars now normally pay the ordinary charge on municipal parking. There is no national free-or-discount rule — each municipality decides for itself whether to grant an exemption (Parking Regulations § 34), and more and more charge the full price. Check locally.

The national EV rules (charging bay vs. parking space, cross-parking, why the price varies) are on the EV parking page.

Disabled parking

People with reduced mobility and a parking permit – see the municipality's own page on parking for people with reduced mobility. Remember the parking disc where required.

The national disabled-parking rules (what the card gives you, applying, double time) are on the disabled parking page.

Common mistakes and fines

OffenceAmountTypeAppeal deadlineLegal basis
Breach of the Parking Regulations (low rate) 330 kr Control sanction 21 days Parking Regulations § 36
Breach of the Parking Regulations (ordinary rate, e.g. not paid / overstay) 660 kr Control sanction 21 days Parking Regulations § 36
Parking in a disabled bay without a valid card (high rate) 990 kr Control sanction 21 days Parking Regulations § 36

Apps and payment methods

  • EasyPark easypark.com — Can be used at the municipal charged space Storgata 30, in addition to card/coin.

Parking authority contact

Frequently asked questions

Is there free parking in central Larvik?

Yes, the municipal parking spaces are mostly free. Many are nonetheless time-limited to 1–2 hours to ensure turnover, and then you must use a parking disc clearly visible in the windscreen. The only municipal charged space is Storgata 30.

Do I need to use a parking disc in Larvik?

Yes. At time-limited free spaces and at charging stations you must mark your arrival time with a parking disc. If you have no disc, in an emergency you can place a note with the date and time in the windscreen. A missing or incorrectly set disc results in a control sanction of 330 kr.

What does the municipal charged space cost?

Storgata 30 (50 spaces) costs 25 kr/hour, and you can pay with the EasyPark app in addition to card and coin.