Where the great Sognefjord widens out, the edge of the sea, on the north
side, you will find a distinctive island landscape - dominated by rock conglomerate. A great place for those who like to
paddle kayaks.
The landscape is characterized by steep terrain to the north and west, with fertile valleys between the strange rock formations. The largest islands of Sula, Ytre Sula, Steinsøysund and Losna is surrounded by a myriad of smaller islands.
Narrow fjords and inlets cut in between the islands, and a look at the nautical charts will reveal the waters are characterized by many straits and reefs. Difficult and scary for people with fine cabin cruisers, in other words - but perfect for kayakers! With the exception of the municipal center Hardbakke, people mostly live on the small, idyllic farms where lush pastures between the cliffs. If you wish to take a hike, Krakhellenipa at 596 meters above sea level is a vantage point that is not worth to be missed. There are several established climbing routes here (which are rarely repeated). The eagle is an everyday sight, and do not be surprised if you see seals or otters. Fyrøya Utvær is Norway's westernmost settlement. It lies far out to sea, but on calm days, crossing the Ytre Sula is a fantastic experience for experienced paddlers.
There are two daily departures by express boat from Bergen to Krakhella. If you come by car from Bergen, run either E39 to Instefjord or via Mongstad, where you take the ferry Leirvåg-Sløvåg and follow the road to Rutledal. From Rutledal the ferry to Krakhella, where cruise from Bergen calls. If you are coming from the east or north, you drive by Førde to Lavik and further west to Rysjedalsvika who calls Krakhella. There are several cabins and rental cottages available in Solund. A complete list is available from the www.fjordkysten.no
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