Årdal in Ryfylke - Fjord Norway

Årdal, which is located by Årdalsfjorden in Ryfylke, has a long sand industry. The village has a primary school, kindergartens, a gas station with a café, grocery stores, agricultural shops and its own sports team.

You can stay at Høiland Gard and Sanitas.

Activities

Årdal Old Church from the 17th century is a popular sight along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke. The church from 1919 is today used as an annex church, while the old church is only used for weddings, concerts and other events.

The Fairytale Forest where you meet a number of wooden figures from famous fairytales is another popular activity in Årdal. There are also many other great hiking opportunities in the area.

Travel to Lysefjorden

From Årdal you can drive or cycle over the beautiful mountains landscape to Lysefjorden.

Travel inspiration

Here you will find a selection of articles that give you further insight in our region. Enjoy pages of inspiration and tailor the perfect trip for you.

"Soppene" på Ropeid kai som lyser i mørket.

Explore Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke

The 260-kilometre drive along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke is a journey of contrasts. On the road trip between Oanes by the Lysefjord and Håra in Røldal, you’ll experience majestic mountains, spectacular fjord scenery, architectural rest stops and local culinary traditions. Take your time and enjoy a few memorable detours along the way. Are you going on a road trip this winter? Click here for some useful driving tips!

Create amazing summer memories with the whole family

A summer holiday is family time, and there are so many wonderful things to do in Haugesund and Ryfylke – for children and adults alike. Spend your holiday here and we guarantee a family holiday you won’t forget in a hurry!

Alle The Bolder-hyttene samlet med Lysefjorden i bakgrunnen.

Unique accommodation close to nature in Ryfylke

You’ll need several days to explore the many activities, fjords and mountain peaks in Ryfylke. The region offers everything from unique places to stay and hotels to holiday cottages and campsites – all close to nature.

Activities near Årdal

There are lots of fun things to do in the beautiful area around Årdal.

Day Trip Cabin "Fisterbu" in Hjelmeland

The Day Trip Cabin, "Fisterbu", in Hjelmeland offers magnificent views across most of the islands in Ryfylke.

Hiafossen falls in Hjelmeland

Hiafossen falls is situated near a historic trail between Nes in Årdal and Viglesdalen, where there is a mountain lodge, in Ryfylke.

Viglesdalen

A scenic hike where you will pass the waterfalls of Sendingfossen and Hiafossen/Granefossen before you move on past the Viglesdalsvatnet lake with the big-walls towering high over your head.

Ryganfossen in Hjelmeland

The majestic Ryganfossen waterfall in Årdal in Ryfylke has a drop of 56 meters and is considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Rogaland.

Jøsenfjorden in Hjelmeland

Jøsenfjorden is a side fjord next to Boknafjorden in Hjelmeland, in the middle of Ryfylke. On both sides of the fjord there are mountains up to 700 meters.

The salmon smokehouse Mikals Laks in Hjelmeland

Mikals Laks AS, a family-owned smokehouse in Skiftun, Ryfylke, offers top-quality smoked salmon and trout.

Vågarunden

«Vågarunden» is a short walk close to Hjelmeland centre. In this short hike you will find several cultural blue signs, in which historical events linked to the history of Hjelmeland are described. There are 11 signs in total.

Årdal Old Church (Årdal gamle kyrkje) in Hjelmeland

Årdal Old church in Årdal in Ryfylke is one of the most distinctive and beautiful wooden Renaissance churches from the 17th century.

Hjelmen

Hjelmen lies near the center of Hjelmeland in Ryfylke. Easy walk from Hjelmelandsvågen and onto the Hjelmen.

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Dining and accommodation near Årdal

Here is an overview of restaurants and accommodation near Årdal.

Ryfylke bakeri & konditori in Årdal

The cafe Ryfylke bakeri & konditori in Årdal is located along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke. They have a large selection of breads, salats and pastries.

Stay at Smaken av Ryfylke at Hjelmeland

Smaken av Ryfylke offers accommodation in apartments and sleeping barrels close to the centre of Hjelmeland in Ryfylke.

Hjelmeland bobilcamp

Hjelmeland bobilcamp (motorhome campsite) is located in scenic surroundings with stunning views of the Hjelmelandsfjord in Ryfylke.

Accommodation in authentic farmhouses at Fossane Gard in Hjelmeland

At Fossane farm you can rent a charming, authentic house, surrounded by the stunning Ryfylke nature at Vormedalen, the whole year around.

Stakken in Hjelmeland

The tourist cabin "Stakken" in the Hjelmeland mountains, Ryfylke, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts and berry pickers!

Spend the night in The Diamond in Ryfylke

Sleep in the designer cabin The Diamond at Norglamp on Randøy in Hjelmeland, Ryfylke. The cabin has fjord views and is surrounded by beautiful nature.

Tysdal camping, near Preikestolen

Tysdal Camping, near Preikestolen and Stavanger, offers a large sandy beach, cabins, motorhome pitches, boat rentals and stunning mountain views in Ryfylke.

Høiland Gard in Årdal

Høiland Gard in Årdal offers accommodation in double rooms and spacious cabins. This cosy farm-style hotel is a one-hour drive from Preikestolen in Ryfylke.

Solvåg in Fister

Solvåg offers accommodation in cabins and appartments by the Fisterfjord in Ryfylke. The 14 units can accommodate a total of 102 people.

Kleppa Gard og Glamping in Hjelmeland

Kleppa Gard & Glamping is located in a small cove outside Hjelmeland center in Ryfylke. You sleep in a luxury tent close to the fjord.

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Explore Årdal and the surrounding area

A taster of all the great attractions in the area follows below.

Hjelmeland municipality

Hjelmeland municipality is situated along Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke. The municipality is known, among other things, for its fruit production, fish farming and having the world's largest Jærstol chair.

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How to get there

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